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Reviewing Orioles’ international prospects; Kittredge joins bullpen; Caravan events

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The International Signing Period begins on Wednesday, and the Orioles plan to continue building up their Latin American prospect base. A year ago, the Orioles opened their long-awaited Dominican Republic Academy, and at the Winter Meetings, Koby Perez, the team’s vice president for international scouting, said he hoped to sign about a dozen prospects this year. The Orioles have … [Read more...] about Reviewing Orioles’ international prospects; Kittredge joins bullpen; Caravan events

Why is Orioles’ Mullins’ 2025 salary larger than Mountcastle’s? | MAILBAG

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Question: How do arbitration-eligible players whose performance has declined over the last three years still get significant pay raises? It doesn’t make sense. Ryan Mountcastle has contributed more consistently over his last three years and gets less money than Cedric Mullins. Mullins has no arm and offensively has been erratic at best. From: Mirv Metzger Answer: Mirv, the … [Read more...] about Why is Orioles’ Mullins’ 2025 salary larger than Mountcastle’s? | MAILBAG

Can Keibert Ruiz repay the organization’s faith in him?

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James A. Pittman-Imagn Images Is this finally the year where Keibert Ruiz takes the next step? The Nationals have given Keibert Ruiz every opportunity to make the catchers position his own. Ruiz and Josiah Gray were the headliners in a trade that sent Trea Turner and Max Scherzer to the Dodgers. So far, neither has given the Nats what was expected at the time. Gray has … [Read more...] about Can Keibert Ruiz repay the organization’s faith in him?

Nationals prospects: A look at Rule 5 draft pick Evan Reifert

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Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images We will examine Evan Reifert, and take a look at what kind of impact he can make The Nationals are going to count on Rule 5 pick Evan Reifert to be a piece of their bullpen. He has the stuff to be a quality reliever, but has lacked consistency in the minor leagues. However, he was excellent in 2024, and the Nats hope he can build on that … [Read more...] about Nationals prospects: A look at Rule 5 draft pick Evan Reifert