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
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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
Orioles minor league recap 6/6: The rehabbers go deep
Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Jordan Westburg, Gary Sánchez, and Ramón Laureano all homered in a Tides victory. Triple-A: Norfolk Tides 6, Louisville Bats (Reds) 5 The big leaguers stole the show at Triple-A Norfolk. Jordan Westburg, Gary Sánchez, and Ramón Laureano all went deep in the win. All three players are more than capable of handling minor-league pitching, but … [Read more...] about Orioles minor league recap 6/6: The rehabbers go deep