Heading into 2019, many expected the Washington Nationals to contend for a championship thanks to a breakout performance from a top outfield prospect. And while evaluators were correct about the team winning in this fashion, nobody anticipated Juan Soto being that youngster. Instead, they expected it from Víctor Robles. The Nationals returned and reinstated OF Lane Thomas from … [Read more...] about Washington Nationals Finally Give Up on Former Top Prospect
Orioles Place Veteran Starter on Injured List
Two years after Baltimore Orioles left-hander John Means underwent Tommy John surgery, he finds himself back on the injured list. Means exited Wednesday’s start early after feeling discomfort in his elbow and showing a notable dip in his velocity. Means has faced his fair share of arm troubles, particularly in recent months. The 31-year-old left-hander has made just six … [Read more...] about Orioles Place Veteran Starter on Injured List
How the Orioles-Brewers Winter Blockbuster is Working Out
In February, the Baltimore Orioles swung a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers for ace Corbin Burnes. Let’s look at how the trade has worked out for both teams. Back on February 1, the Orioles and Brewers made a trade that sent shockwaves through MLB. The Orioles acquired the 2021 Cy Young award winner Burnes, while just giving up two neophytes: DL Hall and Joey Ortiz. The young … [Read more...] about How the Orioles-Brewers Winter Blockbuster is Working Out
Orioles Shortstop Turned Super-Utility Man Thriving in New Role
With Gunnar Henderson now the everyday shortstop for the Baltimore Orioles, Jorge Mateo has taken on a new role as the club’s super-utility man. Not long ago, Orioles fans were outraged that Mateo made the Opening Day roster over younger prospects. Now, it’s hard to picture the 28-year-old shortstop turned super-utility man being anywhere else. A natural shortstop, the Orioles … [Read more...] about Orioles Shortstop Turned Super-Utility Man Thriving in New Role
Baltimore Orioles Moving To Six-Man Rotation
With Grayson Rodriguez reinstated and just one scheduled off-day in 31 days, the Baltimore Orioles are moving to a six-man rotation. On Friday, Baltimore began a 45-day stretch that starts with 13 consecutive games before a break on May 30th. Then continues with 17 more games until another break on June 17th, and concludes with 13 consecutive game days leading up to … [Read more...] about Baltimore Orioles Moving To Six-Man Rotation