The Baltimore Orioles have activated relief pitcher Danny Coulombe from the 60-day IL. He had been Baltimore’s most consistent reliever before his injury. Coulombe sported a very respectable ERA of 2.42, with an impressive WHIP of 0.615. This made him one of the top relievers in that category before being placed on the IL. He struck out 28 opponents while only allowing 13 hits … [Read more...] about Top-Notch Orioles Reliever Comes Off 60-Day IL
Orioles Postseason Chances Could Be in Jeopardy
Riddled with injuries and stuck in a second-half slump, the Baltimore Orioles could fall out of contention if something does not change. While nobody expected the Orioles to win 102+ games this season, playing sub-.500 baseball since the All-Star break was not on anyone’s bingo cards either. Baltimore’s 5-3 loss to the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday marked their ninth loss … [Read more...] about Orioles Postseason Chances Could Be in Jeopardy
What Veteran Starter’s Return Means for the Nationals
The Washington Nationals announced that veteran right-hander Trevor Williams is set to start on Friday against the Chicago Cubs, according to MASN’s Mark Zuckerman. This will be Williams’ first mound appearance for the Nationals since May 30. Since then, he has been on the 60-day injured list due to a flexor strain in his elbow. Washington also plans to go with a six-man … [Read more...] about What Veteran Starter’s Return Means for the Nationals
Orioles Shakeup Bullpen, Designate Veteran Reliever for Assignment
Right-hander Craig Kimbrel has been designated for assignment by the Baltimore Orioles. Right-hander Bryan Baker was recalled from Triple-A Norfolk to make room on the roster. Kimbrel, 36, signed a one-year deal with the Orioles but struggled in the closer’s role and was replaced by Seranthony Domínguez. Kimbrel went 7-5 with a 5.33 ERA and 23 saves over 57 games this … [Read more...] about Orioles Shakeup Bullpen, Designate Veteran Reliever for Assignment
Injured Orioles Infielders to Begin Rehab Assignments Thursday
Help is on the way for the injury-riddled Baltimore Orioles, as injured infielders Jordan Westburg and Ramón Urías will begin their minor league rehab assignments on Thursday. Baltimore announced on Wednesday that the two infielders will start their rehab assignments with Triple-A Norfolk, joining the Tides for their six-game homestand against the Nashville Sounds. The length … [Read more...] about Injured Orioles Infielders to Begin Rehab Assignments Thursday