Question: What do you think of the 5-man rotation of Zach Eflin, Dean Kremer, Charlie Morton, Trevor Rogers and Tomoyuki Sugano? And what about a 6-man rotation with Cade Povich added? From: Bob Stier Answer: Bob, many fans were excited when they saw Rogers’ excellent start in Boston last month, but for the moment, I think the current rotation is doing well, though I think … [Read more...] about Should Orioles try a 6-man rotation? | MAILBAG
Orioles reinstate Laureano from injured list, reacquire Blewett, designate Adams for assignment
SACRAMENTO, California—The Orioles have reinstated outfielder Ramón Laureano from the 10-day injured list. Laureano had been on the IL because of a sprained left ankle. To make room for Laureano on the 26-man roster, the Orioles designated outfielder Jordyn Adams for assignment. They’ve also reacquired 29-year-old right-hander Scott Blewett from the Atlanta Braves in exchange … [Read more...] about Orioles reinstate Laureano from injured list, reacquire Blewett, designate Adams for assignment
Orioles’ Mountcastle out 8-12 weeks with left hamstring strain; Henderson rests; Westburg nears return
WEST SACRAMENTO, California—First baseman Ryan Mountcastle has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 right hamstring strain, and he’ll be out eight-to-12 weeks, according to the Orioles. Mountcastle injured the hamstring on May 30th stealing home in the front end of a double steal against the White Sox. His run was the margin of difference in a 2-1 win. Mountcastle was put on the … [Read more...] about Orioles’ Mountcastle out 8-12 weeks with left hamstring strain; Henderson rests; Westburg nears return
Orioles’ win streak ends at 6 in 5-4 loss to Athletics
WEST SACRAMENTO, California–What happened? The Orioles came into Friday night’s game against the Athletics with a six-game winning streak while their opponent had lost 20 of 22. The Orioles had plenty of scoring chances and were undone by the lack of timely hitting and a four-run third by Dean Kremer in their 5-4 loss before 8,424 at Sutter Health Park. They left 10 runners on … [Read more...] about Orioles’ win streak ends at 6 in 5-4 loss to Athletics
Has the Orioles’ play this season surprised you? | MAILBAG
Question: While I would consider myself a fairly knowledgeable fan, who reads as much about the Birds as I can find, I’m certainly not an expert. My question is what were your concerns going into this season? And with how this season has gone so far are there any issues that surprised you or you didn’t question preseason? From: Ramon Japzon Answer: Ramon, I never imagined the … [Read more...] about Has the Orioles’ play this season surprised you? | MAILBAG