The Orioles announced this morning that they have optioned right-hander Yennier Cano to Triple-A Norfolk. Right-hander Yaramil Hiraldo was recalled to the majors in a corresponding move. It’s a somewhat shocking decision given Cano’s history as a key arm in the Baltimore bullpen. Acquired in the Jorge Lopez trade with the Twins at the 2022 trade deadline, Cano struggled across … [Read more...] about Orioles Option Yennier Cano
Orioles Place Adley Rutschman On 10-Day Injured List
The Orioles announced this afternoon that catcher Adley Rutschman is being placed on the 10-day injured list due to a left oblique strain. Catcher Maverick Handley was recalled to the majors to replace Rutschman on the roster. The news comes after Rutschman was a late scratch on Friday due to what the Orioles termed at the time as “abdominal tightness.” Manager Tony Mansolino … [Read more...] about Orioles Place Adley Rutschman On 10-Day Injured List
Nats GM On Martinez, Losing Streak, Ruiz, Cavalli
Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo made his weekly appearance on the Sports Junkies show on 106.7 FM The Fan this morning and discussed a wide range of topics, beginning (and focusing most heavily) on recent comments from his manager Davey Martinez and the team’s 10-game losing streak (audio link to full show, with Rizzo’s interview commencing around the 2 hour, 24 minute … [Read more...] about Nats GM On Martinez, Losing Streak, Ruiz, Cavalli
Nationals Outright Juan Yepez
The Nationals announced that first baseman Juan Yepez has cleared outright waivers and been assigned to Triple-A Rochester. He was removed from the 40-man roster earlier this week when the Nats designated him for assignment. Yepez has less than three years of major league service time and this is his first career outright. That means he does not have the right to elect free … [Read more...] about Nationals Outright Juan Yepez
Wilson Ramos Retires
Longtime catcher Wilson Ramos is retiring after 12 seasons in the majors and 18 overall seasons of pro ball. The 37-year-old Ramos announced back in February that he was stepping away from the game, and it became official today when “the Buffalo” signed a one-day ceremonial contract to retire as a member of the Nationals. Beginning his career as an international signing for … [Read more...] about Wilson Ramos Retires