ADAM PLUTKO NEWS

Zimmerman hits tiebreaking 3-run homer as Nats beat Orioles

Ryan Zimmerman hit a tiebreaking three-run homer and finished with three hits, and the Washington Nationals overcame a pair of five-run deficits in a 12-9 win over the Baltimore Or...

MAY 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Charged with blown save Plutko allowed two runs on two hits in one-third of an inning in Wednesday's 9-7 loss to Tampa Bay. He was charged with a blown save.

Impact The right-hander entered the game in relief of starter John Means with one out in the seventh inning. Plutko allowed an inherited runner to score before allowing a game-tying, two-run home run to Randy Arozarena. The 29-year-old Plutko has hit a rough patch with seven runs allowed in his last 3.2 innings, including a four-spot against the Yankees as an opener on May 16. He's posted a 3.57 ERA, 1.28 WHIP, 14:10 K:BB across 22.2 innings overall with five holds, two blown saves and a win in 17 outings. He should be expected to work in lower-leverage roles until he can get back in a groove.

MAY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Arozarena's two home runs help Rays rally past Orioles, 9-7

Randy Arozarena hit two home runs, stole another with his glove and knocked in four runs, Ji-Man Choi drove in the go-ahead run in the eighth inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays rallied...

MAY 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lasts one inning Sunday Plutko allowed four runs on four hits and a walk in one inning in Sunday's win over the Yankees. He didn't factor into the decision.

Impact Plutko made his first start of the season Sunday, but he was unable to last past the first inning since he gave up a walk, two singles and a pair of home runs to begin the game. However, the Orioles scored 10 runs in the contest, which allowed Plutko to settle for a no-decision. The right-hander could make more starts later in the season, but he could pitch as a reliever in his next outing.

MAY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Orioles rally from deficit, beat Yankees 10-6 to avoid sweep

Maikel Franco homered and drove in three runs, rookie Bruce Zimmermann came out of the bullpen to hold down the Yankees and Baltimore Orioles avoided a three-game sweep by rallying...

MAY 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dan Connolly: Orioles announced that RHP Adam Plutko will... - The Athletic Orioles announced that RHP Adam Plutko will pitch today's "bullpen" game against the New York Yankees. Plutko, 29, was acquired in late Marc...

MAY 16, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Starting Sunday against Yankees Plutko will start for the Orioles against the Yankees on Sunday, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.

Impact This will be Plutko's 16th appearance and first start for Baltimore after he was traded from Cleveland shortly before Opening Day. His home-run rate this season is well below his career mark (1.89 HR/9), and his 17.1 percent strikeout rate leaves a lot to be desired. Further, he's hasn't gone more than three innings in an appearance this season, so it's difficult to see him qualifying for the win.

MAY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Charged with blown save Plutko allowed two inherited runners to score and allowed a hit and a walk in one inning to take a blown save Sunday versus Boston. He struck out one.

Impact Plutko can't be fully blamed for the blown save -- starter Dean Kremer allowed consecutive singles to begin the sixth inning before the call to the bullpen was made. Plutko allowed a two-run double to Rafael Devers, with the runs charged to Kremer. The 29-year-old Plutko has been solid this season with a 0.95 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 13:6 K:BB across 19 innings. He's a versatile option for manager Brandon Hyde, but he's picked up only three holds while often working in lower-leverage situations.

MAY 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Adam Plutko falters, and the Orioles lose their sixth straight vs. the Red Sox Starter Dean Kremer pitches into the sixth inning, but the reliable reliever can’t keep his runners from scoring.

MAY 9, 2021 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Devers, Renfroe HR, lead Pivetta, Red Sox past Orioles 4-3

Rafael Devers and Hunter Renfroe homered, Nick Pivetta won his third consecutive start and the Boston Red Sox defeated the Baltimore Orioles 4-3

MAY 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lewis, Seager lead Mariners to 5-2 win over Orioles

Kyle Lewis and Kyle Seager homered, reliever Kendall Graveman extended his scoreless streak to 18 2/3 innings and the Seattle Mariners beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-2

MAY 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Solid in relief outing Plutko allowed three hits and a walk with one strikeout over 2.1 scoreless innings in Thursday's 4-3 extra-inning win over the Yankees.

Impact Plutko didn't factor in the decision, but he gave Baltimore a strong outing in a long-relief role. The 29-year-old right-hander has a 1.20 ERA, 1.00 WHIP, 10:4 K:BB and a 1-0 record with three holds across 15 innings this season. He's not likely to work late in games -- Plutko will mostly see multi-inning assignments in a low-leverage role and could also be a candidate for spot starts.

APRIL 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mullins' sac fly propels Orioles past Yankees 4-3 in 10

Cedric Mullins delivered a winning sacrifice fly in the 10th inning, Trey Mancini had his first three-hit game since returning from colon cancer surgery, and the Baltimore Orioles...

APRIL 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Collects hold Plutko pitched a scoreless two-thirds of an inning with one strikeout to earn a hold in Sunday's 8-1 win over the Athletics.

Impact Plutko relieved starter John Means with one out in the seventh inning. The 29-year-old Plutko has a 1.42 ERA, 0.87 WHIP, 9:3 K:BB and three holds through 12.2 innings. He's also picked up a win while working mainly in the middle innings.

APRIL 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs hold Tuesday Plutko pitched 1.1 scoreless innings, allowing one hit and striking out two to earn a hold in Tuesday's 7-5 win over the Marlins.

Impact Plutko entered the game in the sixth inning after Shawn Armstrong worked his way into a jam. The 29-year-old Plutko allowed two inherited runners to score, but he was able to limit the damage there. He's pitched to a 1.64 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 8:3 K:BB across 11 innings so far. He has a 1-0 record and two holds in seven outings.

APRIL 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rebounds with first hold Plutko pitched a perfect eighth inning with two strikeouts to earn a hold in Friday's 5-2 win over the Rangers.

Impact Plutko allowed his first two runs of the season Tuesday versus the Mariners, but he bounced back with a clean outing Friday. The right-hander has a 1.93 ERA, 0.86 WHIP and six strikeouts in 9.1 innings across five appearances so far. Plutko remains more of a long-relief option for the Orioles.

APRIL 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Urías, Orioles beat mistake-prone Mariners, split twinbill

Ramón Urías hit a game-ending single with two outs in the seventh inning and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the miscue-prone Seattle Mariners 7-6 to earn a doubleheader split

APRIL 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Earns win in relief Plutko (1-0) allowed one hit and struck out two over 2.1 innings to earn the win Saturday versus the Red Sox.

Impact Starter Matt Harvey couldn't quite complete five innings, so Plutko came in for a multi-inning assignment. The 29-year-old Plutko looked good in his Orioles debut, throwing 21 of his 33 pitches for strikes. The right-hander had a 4.88 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 15:7 K:BB across 10 appearances (four starts) spanning 27.2 innings with Cleveland last year. Plutko appears set to work in a similar long-relief role in 2021, so his fantasy value is likely to be limited. Should the Orioles need a spot starter or an opener, he could be a candidate in those situations as well.

APRIL 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Indians trade RHP Plutko to Orioles for player or cash

The Indians have traded right-hander Adam Plutko to the Baltimore Orioles, a move that brings some clarity to Cleveland's bullpen situation

MARCH 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tribe deals Plutko to Orioles for cash The Indians had to clear three spots on the 40-man roster to make room for Oliver Pérez, Bryan Shaw and Ben Gamel. In order to do so, the Tr...

MARCH 27, 2021 • MLB.COM

Acquired by Orioles Plutko was traded from Cleveland to Baltimore on Saturday, Jon Meoli of The Baltimore Sun reports.

Impact Plutko made six appearances (two starts) for Cleveland this spring and posted a 5.00 ERA and 11:2 K:BB in nine innings. He served as a swingman for Cleveland during the 2020 campaign and could play a similar role with his new club in 2021.

MARCH 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Indians minus Ramírez, Reyes after they break virus protocol

The Cleveland Indians have broken COVID-19 protocols for the third time in less than a year, this time costing them third baseman José Ramírez and slugger Franmil Reyes

MARCH 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Indians' Bieber slowed by COVID-19, not yet at training camp

Indians ace Shane Bieber recently tested positive with COVID-19, delaying the AL Cy Young winner’s arrival at training camp

FEBRUARY 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Zimmer on, Plutko off Wild Card roster The Indians’ Wild Card Series roster is set. On Tuesday morning, the Tribe announced that it will boast almost the same 28-man roster with w...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 • MLB.COM

Zimmer on, Plutko off Wild Card roster The Indians’ Wild Card Series roster is set. On Tuesday morning, the Tribe announced that it will boast almost the same 28-man roster with w...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 • MLB.COM