Question: When Grayson Rodriguez is healthy, he’s looked both hot and cold, but it seems he’s always injured. Do the Orioles still have high hopes for him becoming a top-notch pitcher? From: Dominic Tibaldo Answer: Dom, the Orioles absolutely have hopes that Rodriguez will become a staff leader, but this is his third time on the injured list in the last two seasons. Last … [Read more...] about Will Grayson Rodriguez be an Orioles ace? | MAILBAG
Archives for March 2025
Orioles’ Hyde develops rules on when to use returning closer Bautista
TORONTO—Manager Brandon Hyde has established rules for his use of closer Félix Bautista, who missed all of 2024 after having Tommy John surgery in October 2023. Hyde won’t use Bautista in consecutive games or for more than one inning in the first half of the season. Hyde didn’t use Bautista in Thursday’s 12-2 opening-game victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. He knows if he uses … [Read more...] about Orioles’ Hyde develops rules on when to use returning closer Bautista
Wizards Notes: Record Loss, Sarr, Champagnie, Middleton
Losing games is beneficial for the Wizards as they try to maximize their lottery odds, but there was nothing to be gained from Thursday night’s performance, writes Josh Robbins of The Athletic. Washington set franchise records by giving up 162 points to Indiana and losing by 53 points. The Pacers overwhelmed the Wizards’ defense, shooting 64.1% from the field and 57.4% from … [Read more...] about Wizards Notes: Record Loss, Sarr, Champagnie, Middleton
Mackenzie Gore dominates, bullpen falters in Nationals loss to Phillies
Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images Mackenzie Gore had one of the best starts of his career, but was tagged with a no decision Mackenzie Gore was utterly dominant in six shutout innings where he struck out 13 and walked nobody. He was in cruise control throughout, only allowing one baserunner who was later caught on the base paths. Through six innings, Gore faced the minimum. … [Read more...] about Mackenzie Gore dominates, bullpen falters in Nationals loss to Phillies
Breaking down MacKenzie Gore’s magical start against the Phillies
Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images MacKenzie Gore looked like an ace on Opening Day, here is how he did it When you do something that hasn’t been accomplished since Bob Gibson, you know you are doing something right. That is exactly what MacKenzie Gore did yesterday when he went six scoreless innings striking out 13 and walking nobody. Gore looked absolutely dominant, and … [Read more...] about Breaking down MacKenzie Gore’s magical start against the Phillies