The Orioles reinstated right-hander Grayson Rodriguez from the 15-day injured list to start Saturday’s game against Seattle, but might be losing hard-throwing reliever Mike Baumann in the process. Rodriguez had been on the injured list since May 1st because of inflammation of the right shoulder. He’s 4-1 with a 3.67 earned-run average in six starts. Baumann was designated for … [Read more...] about Orioles reinstate Rodriguez but designate Baumann for assignment
Peter Schmuck’s short take: Orioles’ roster depth is so good it just got painful
One of the oldest clichés in baseball is that you can’t ever have too much pitching depth, but the Orioles are finding that out the hard way. They just designated for assignment a pitcher who throws his fastball 98 miles per hour and – since the start of last season – has an 11-1 record and a 3.69 earned run average. Mike Baumann now must be traded, released or passed through … [Read more...] about Peter Schmuck’s short take: Orioles’ roster depth is so good it just got painful
Orioles’ Jersey of the Game-Brooks Robinson
Brooks Robinson was simply the most beloved Oriole of all time. He was an 18-time All-Star and 16-time winner of the Gold Glove at third base. He died last September 26th, and today is the 87th anniversary of his birth. Worn by: Justin Cavey Westminster, Maryland What’s the story? “I met him once and fell in love with his charisma. He acted like I was the only one in the … [Read more...] about Orioles’ Jersey of the Game-Brooks Robinson
The Orioles are playing well, but they are underperforming in the outfield
When the season began, it was assumed that Austin Hays, Cedric Mullins and Anthony Santander would continue their fine play of recent years, and that the Orioles would fit Colton Cowser into the outfield mix. It didn’t seem to matter that none of the three Oriole veteran outfielders performed well in spring training. Hays was slowed by illness and hit just .138 in 12 games. … [Read more...] about The Orioles are playing well, but they are underperforming in the outfield
Midday Mailbag: How important is the Orioles’ sweepless streak?
Every weekday, I’ll be answering at least one Orioles question. If you’d like to submit a question, send it to: Rich@BaltimoreBaseball.com. Questions may be edited for clarity, length and style. Question: My question is whether the team (players and/or front office) are talking about or concerned about the regular-season sweepless series streak. Or is it just of interest to the … [Read more...] about Midday Mailbag: How important is the Orioles’ sweepless streak?