Question: Shouldn’t the Orioles keep Adley Rutschman for one more season? He could alternate with Samuel Basallo at catcher and also be DH. Plus, could he stop switch-hitting and bat lefty? It seemed to help Cedric Mullins. From: Paulius Klimas Answer: Paulius, I agree with your first assertion, but not your second one. The Orioles should keep Adley Rutschman for 2026 because … [Read more...] about Should Orioles keep Adley Rutschman for 2026? | MAILBAG
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Rockies Claim Roansy Contreras
The Rockies have claimed right-hander Roansy Contreras off waivers from the Orioles, according to announcements from both clubs. The O’s designated him for assignment last week. The Rockies had an open 40-man spot after they optioned righty Nick Anderson and he exercised his right to elect free agency. Contreras is out of options, so the Rockies will need to open an active … [Read more...] about Rockies Claim Roansy Contreras
Trevor Rogers’ Reemergence
At the 2024 trade deadline, the Orioles traded upper minors hitters Kyle Stowers and Connor Norby to the Marlins for reclamation starter Trevor Rogers. Many perceived it as an overpay, and the deal immediately went south. Rogers, who was carrying a 4.53 ERA for Miami, allowed 16 runs in 19 innings over his first four starts with the Orioles. Baltimore optioned him to Triple-A … [Read more...] about Trevor Rogers’ Reemergence
Orioles speed up top prospect’s big league journey with surprising promotion
Enrique Bradfield Jr. is one of the fastest prospects in the Baltimore Orioles' system. Now, he's becoming one of the fastest risers after his latest promotion. … [Read more...] about Orioles speed up top prospect’s big league journey with surprising promotion