In the heat of a tight division race, the Baltimore Orioles need multiple pitchers to step up. The organization attempted to bolster its pitching depth at the trade deadline, but the moves have not yet worked out. That became especially clear on Thursday after the Orioles optioned starter Trevor Rogers to Triple-A amidst a flurry of roster moves. We have made the following … [Read more...] about Orioles Send Struggling Trade Deadline Acquisition To Triple-A
Orioles Recall Pitcher To Bolster Rotation Amid Injury Crisis
After losing yet another starting pitcher to the injured list, the Baltimore Orioles have recalled left-hander Cole Irvin to start Wednesday’s series finale against the Mets. Newly acquired pitcher Zach Eflin, who was scheduled to close out the three-game series, was placed on the injured list on Tuesday with shoulder inflammation. Cade Povich was recalled from Triple-A Norfolk … [Read more...] about Orioles Recall Pitcher To Bolster Rotation Amid Injury Crisis
Nationals Activate Veteran Slugger from Injured List
On Tuesday, the Washington Nationals activated veteran first baseman/outfielder Joey Gallo from the 10-day injured list. The 30-year-old had been out since the middle of June due to suffering a left hamstring strain on June 11. This is one of a series of roster moves announced today by Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo. Gallo will not be … [Read more...] about Nationals Activate Veteran Slugger from Injured List
Orioles Star Pitcher Heads to IL Among Multiple Roster Moves
The Baltimore Orioles have placed starter Zach Eflin on the IL and placed reliever Keegan Akin on the paternity list. They have recalled reliever Dillon Tate and starter Cade Povich. Zach Eflin on 15-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation. Akin on paternity list. Dillon Tate and Cade Povich recalled by #Orioles. Eflin retroactive to August 17. — Rich DubroffMLB … [Read more...] about Orioles Star Pitcher Heads to IL Among Multiple Roster Moves
James Wood’s Unconventional Path to Success
Washington Nationals rookie James Wood has as much offensive upside as any prospect in baseball. Since his call-up, we have seen why Wood was such a highly touted prospect. Wood is hitting .284 with a .831 OPS, which amounts to a 135 wRC+. He has been red hot lately, hitting .372 with a 1.112 OPS over his last 21 games. However, this success has come with an unusual approach: … [Read more...] about James Wood’s Unconventional Path to Success