After Orioles catcher James McCann was struck in the face by a 95 MPH fastball during Monday’s game against Toronto, Baltimore has called up catcher Blake Hunt from AAA Norfolk. Despite multiple nose fractures, McCann has been cleared to play. However, the Orioles will likely avoid using him for at least a few days. Blake Hunt is a newer addition to the Orioles organization, … [Read more...] about Catcher Blake Hunt Recalled From AAA Norfolk; RHP Cole Irvin DFAed
Who’s Hot, Who’s Not: July 22nd – July 28th
It has been an absolutely brutal stretch for the Baltimore Orioles. They went just 2-4 this week, avoiding a sweep in the last game of each series this week against the Miami Marlins and the San Diego Padres. Dating back to June 21, the Orioles are just 13-18, yet have somehow managed to maintain their lead in the AL East thanks to the Yankees’ poor run. The Orioles have … [Read more...] about Who’s Hot, Who’s Not: July 22nd – July 28th
Orioles Trade Baumeister, Etzel, and Horvath, Receive Eflin and Cash Considerations
The Baltimore Orioles have made multiple moves in order to improve the organization before the trade deadline on July 30th. One of the most recent has been with the Tampa Bay Rays. The Orioles received right-handed starting pitcher Zach Eflin in exchange for three of their minor leaguers: Jackson Baumeister, Matthew Etzel, and Mac Horvath. Zach Eflin Eflin is a solid … [Read more...] about Orioles Trade Baumeister, Etzel, and Horvath, Receive Eflin and Cash Considerations
Chayce McDermott Called Up, Baker Optioned, and Heasley DFA’d
McDermott Called Up The Baltimore Orioles called up starting pitcher Chayce McDermott Tuesday night, following a disappointing loss against the Miami Marlins. McDermott has been a solid pitcher for the AAA Norfolk Tides, where he has spent the entirety of this season. He has pitched in 20 games, giving up 10 home runs, walking 54, and striking out 129. McDermott’s … [Read more...] about Chayce McDermott Called Up, Baker Optioned, and Heasley DFA’d
O’s make roster moves as more injuries pile on
The 2024 campaign has been riddled with injuries for the Baltimore Orioles. They’ve been without their All-Star closer Felix Bautista the entire season. Baltimore also lost Kyle Bradish, John Means and Tyler Wells to elbow injuries back in June. The injury bug hit the O’s again as Jorge Mateo suffered a fractured elbow on Tuesday against Miami. The Orioles called up … [Read more...] about O’s make roster moves as more injuries pile on