NEW YORK-In need of bullpen arms after Trevor Rogers threw only three innings on Friday, the Orioles optioned left-hander Cade Povich to the club’s spring training complex in Sarasota. Povich’s season was already over. He was 3-8 with a 5.21 ERA and started on Thursday. Left-hander Dietrich Enns, who left during Friday night’s game to be with his wife, was placed on the … [Read more...] about Orioles option Povich, Enns to paternity list, Ragsdale, Wolfram recalled
Sugano allows 3 home runs, offense dormant in Orioles’ 6-1 loss to Yankees
BALTIMORE–What happened? Tomoyuki Sugano concluded his first season in the United States with a disappointing outing, allowing three home runs as the Orioles lost their second straight to the New York Yankees, winners of seven straight. Sugano allowed home runs to Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and Ryan McMahon in the Orioles’ 6-1 loss to the Yankees before 46,085 at Yankee … [Read more...] about Sugano allows 3 home runs, offense dormant in Orioles’ 6-1 loss to Yankees
Jeremiah Jackson showing the Orioles his value through versatility
BALTIMORE—One of the attributes the Orioles value most is players’ ability to play more than one position. Samuel Basallo plays first base and catcher, which means there’s not only room for Adley Rutschman, but it could keep the door open for 29-year-old Alex Jackson next season. In constructing next season’s team, one player who has demonstrated his versatility is another … [Read more...] about Jeremiah Jackson showing the Orioles his value through versatility
How would Orioles divide GM duties with Elias? | MAILBAG
Question: Would you see that any general manager the O’s get will amount to a junior general manager position working under Elias? Would Elias not strongly advise this person? From: Timothy Morris Answer: Timothy, many teams in baseball have general managers and presidents of baseball operations. I don’t know how the responsibilities will be divided, but there are so many areas … [Read more...] about How would Orioles divide GM duties with Elias? | MAILBAG
Orioles get chance to influence AL East race against Yankees
NEW YORK—The Orioles get a final chance to influence the American League East race this weekend. They have three games at Yankee Stadium. New York and Toronto are tied for the AL East lead. The Blue Jays host Tampa Bay. The Yankees and Blue Jays share the best record in the American League East and the league at 91-68. “You can take something from it,” interim manager Tony … [Read more...] about Orioles get chance to influence AL East race against Yankees