ANTHONY SANTANDER NEWS

Receives rare rest day Santander is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Astros.

Impact Santander started Baltimore's last 24 games, but he will get a break on the heels of the Orioles sewing up a playoff spot Sunday. Santander went just 3-for-34 (.088) over his last eight games, so a day off probably will not hurt.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Homers in blowout win Santander went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run, an additional RBI, two total runs scored and a walk in Wednesday's 10-3 win over the Angels.

Impact Santander has hit safely in 14 of his last 15 games, going 22-for-61 (.361) with six homers and 17 RBI over that span. The outfielder was one of three Orioles to log three or more hits in Wednesday's win. He continues to be a leader on offense for Baltimore, pacing the team in homers (27), and RBI (82) while adding 73 runs scored, four stolen bases and a .261/.332/.494 slash line over 131 contests.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Steals base in win Santander went 1-for-4 with a walk, a stolen base and a run scored in Sunday's 8-5 win over the Diamondbacks.

Impact Santander ultimately didn't miss any time after he was hit on the hand by a pitch in Saturday's game. That's good news for the Orioles, as he's now gone 16-for-45 (.356) over 11 games since he returned from a back issue. The 28-year-old is slashing .258/.329/.489 with 26 home runs, 79 RBI, 70 runs scored and four steals over 128 contests this year.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins lineup Sunday Santander (hand) is batting third as the designated hitter Sunday against the Diamondbacks, Jake Rill of MLB.comreports.

Impact The 28-year-old underwent precautionary X-rays after being hit on the right hand by a pitch Saturday, but he apparently checked out fine since he's back in the lineup a day later. Santander has a .263/.324/.568 slash line with eight home runs, 21 RBI and 14 runs in 25 games since the start of August.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent for precautionary X-rays Santander will undergo precautionary X-rays after exiting Saturday's game versus the Diamondbacks when he was hit on the right hand by a pitch, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.co...

Impact Orioles manager Brandon Hyde is on record as saying he thinks Santander will be fine, which is a good sign, but the X-rays will provide clarity. Santander has a team-leading 26 home runs for Baltimore, with eight of them coming since the start of August.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Departs following HBP on hand Santander was lifted from Saturday's game versus the Diamondbacks after being hit on the right hand by a pitch, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports.

Impact A 94.7 mph cutter thrown by Luis Frias plunked Santander in the top of the ninth inning and he walked off the field with the trainer and into the clubhouse. It's possible it was a precaution since the Orioles had a late five-run lead at the time, but more information on his condition should be available after the game.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Drives in four Tuesday Santander went 2-for-5 with a double and four RBI in Tuesday's 9-3 win over the White Sox.

Impact Santander hit a three-run double in the seventh inning and tacked on another RBI with a single in the eighth. The 28-year-old has gone 13-for-32 (.406) during his eight-game hitting streak, racking up four home runs and 12 RBI in that span. For the year, he's at a .258/.329/.486 slash line, 25 homers, 31 doubles, 77 RBI, 67 runs scored and three stolen bases through 124 games in a near-everyday role.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cranks 25th homer Santander went 2-for-4 with a three-run homer and an additional run scored in Monday's 9-0 victory over the White Sox.

Impact Santander added the final blow in the Orioles' shutout victory with a three-run homer off Edgar Navarro in the eighth inning. The 28-year-old Santander has been on a tear of late -- he's hit safely in his last seven games, going 11-for-27 (.407) with four home runs and a 1.317 OPS in that span. Overall, his slash line is up to .256/.328/.485 with 25 homers, 73 RBI and 67 runs scored across 524 plate appearances this season.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pops homer Thursday Santander went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run in Thursday's 5-3 win over the Blue Jays.

Impact Santander's fourth-inning blast to Eutaw Street tied the game at 2-2. The outfielder was able to play the full game in right field after exiting late in Wednesday's contest for a defensive replacement. He's gone 4-for-8 with three homers and four RBI since returning from a back injury that kept him sidelined for three contests. The 28-year-old is up to a .252/.325/.480 slash line with 24 long balls, 69 RBI, 63 runs scored, three stolen bases and 29 doubles over 119 games this season.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Homers twice in return Santander went 2-for-4 with a pair of solo home runs in Wednesday's 7-0 victory against the Blue Jays.

Impact Santander had missed three straight games due to a lower-back injury, but he returned to the lineup Wednesday while starting in right field. The outfielder didn't seem to have any lingering effects from the back issue, as he hit a solo shot in each of the fifth and eighth frames to power Baltimore's offense. Santander did get pulled from the game for a defensive replacement in the ninth inning, but that appeared to be a consequence of the lopsided nature of the score rather than a result of aggravating the injury.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in lineup Wednesday Santander (back) is starting in right field and batting third Wednesday versus the Blue Jays.

Impact Santander wound up missing three full games because of a lower-back issue that popped up over the weekend. He returns Wednesday to a .782 OPS with 21 home runs and 65 RBI through 499 plate appearances for the AL East-leading Orioles.

AUGUST 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back issue improving Santander's back is improving and he could be available off the bench Tuesday against the Blue Jays, Rich Dubroff of BaltimoreBaseball.com reports.

Impact Tuesday marks four days since Santander was last in the lineup, so we probably can't completely rule out an injured list stint yet, but this is still encouraging news. In the meantime, Ryan McKenna is getting the start against southpaw Yusei Kikuchi.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench again Tuesday Santander is out of the lineup again Tuesday versus the Blue Jays.

Impact Santander remains day-to-day after he left in the middle of the game Aug. 19. He has been receiving ongoing treatment to help with a back issue, but he continues to get rest. In his place, Ryan McKenna will get the start in right field and bat eight.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains on bench Sunday Santander is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Athletics due to back soreness, Sonja Chen of MLB.com reports.

Impact According to Chen, Santander has been receiving ongoing treatment to manage the back issue, but the 28-year-old will receive a second straight day off as the Orioles close out their series in Oakland. Baltimore has a timely off day Monday before beginning a homestand Tuesday, so Santander could be ready to go when the Orioles open their series with the Blue Jays.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Saturday Santander (undisclosed) is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against Oakland.

Impact Santander left in the fifth inning of Friday's series opener, but the Orioles have yet to specify the reason why. It's likely he's dealing with some sort of injury, which also explains why he isn't in Saturday's lineup. Santander's return timeline won't become clear until the team explains the situation, but for now, it will be Ryan McKenna who starts in right field.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with possible injury Santander was removed from Friday's game versus the Athletics with a possible injury, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact There was no explanation yet as to why Santander was removed, but it was only the fifth inning so it was presumably injury related. The Orioles should provide more information on their outfielder shortly.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pops homer in loss Santander went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Friday's 9-2 loss to the Mariners.

Impact Santander got the Orioles within a run in the top of the fourth inning before the Mariners pulled away a half-inning later. While he has three homers over nine games in August, Santander has gone a paltry 7-for-33 (.212) for the month. The outfielder is up to 21 homers, 64 RBI, 59 runs scored, three stolen bases and 29 doubles this season with a .253/.330/.475 slash line through 111 contests. Given the competitiveness of the Orioles' lineup, Santander will likely need to shake this slump soon -- Colton Cowser isn't threatening for playing time, but Ryan O'Hearn has been seeing more time in the outfield of late, and Cedric Mullins' return from a groin injury will make it a more crowded battle.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two extra-base hits in win Santander went 2-for-5 with a solo home run, a double and an additional run scored in Saturday's 7-3 win over the Mets.

Impact Santander struck out four times Thursday and sat out Friday, and it appears the mental reset did him some good. He's gone 7-for-25 (.280) with five extra-base hits and six RBI across his last six games. For the season, he's at a .257/.329/.480 slash line with 20 homers, 63 RBI, 58 runs scored and three stolen bases over 106 contests. He'll need to stay sharp at the plate to fend off playing time threats from Colton Cowser and Ryan O'Hearn.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in lineup Friday Santander is not in the lineup Friday against the Mets.

Impact Santander will take a day of physical and mental rest after going 0-for-5 with four strikeouts in Thursday's series finale versus the Blue Jays. Austin Hays, Ryan McKenna and Ryan O'Hearn are starting across the outfield Friday and Adley Rutschman is taking a turn as the designated hitter.

AUGUST 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Launches grand slam in rout Santander went 3-for-4 with a walk and a grand slam in Tuesday's 13-3 win over the Blue Jays.

Impact He took Nate Pearson deep in the eighth inning for his team-leading 19th homer of the season. Santander is slashing just .209/.303/.403 in 18 games since the All-Star break, but he's provided a solid fantasy floor during that time with three home runs, 10 runs scored and 12 RBI.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers walk-off blast Santander went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Friday's 1-0 win over the Yankees.

Impact Santander broke the scoreless tie on the third pitch he saw from Tommy Kahnle in the bottom of the ninth inning. It's been a bit of a quiet stretch for Santander lately -- he's just 6-for-44 (.136) over his last 12 games, though four of those hits have gone for extra bases. He's slashing .259/.330/.475 with 18 homers, 56 RBI, 52 runs scored and three stolen bases through 99 contests overall. With the Orioles' outfield depth being tested by injuries to Aaron Hicks (hamstring) and Cedric Mullins (groin), Santander should continue to see the bulk of the playing time in right field.

JULY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Helps establish early lead Santander went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and a walk in Sunday's 5-4 win over the Marlins.

Impact Santander is up to an eight-game hitting streak, going 11-for-30 (.367) with three homers and seven RBI in that span. The outfielder continues to cycle between right field, first base and designated hitter as he maintains a starting role in the lineup. He's up to 17 homers, 54 RBI, 47 runs scored and a .275/.344/.503 slash line through 88 contests overall while hitting in the heart of the Orioles' lineup.

JULY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs steal in win Saturday Santander went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a stolen base in Saturday's 6-5 win over the Marlins.

Impact Santander pulled the Orioles within a run in the fifth inning and added a go-ahead RBI single in the seventh. He got the nod at first base Saturday, a position he's seen time at more frequently of late, even with Ryan Mountcastle back from the injured list and Ryan O'Hearn swinging a hot bat. Santander also primarily splits time between right field and designated hitter, and his .275/.342/.496 slash line for the year has made it tough to take him out of the lineup. He's added 16 home runs, three steals, 52 RBI and 46 runs scored across 87 contests.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clubs pair of homers Santander went 2-for-4 with two solo home runs, a walk and three total runs scored in Sunday's 15-2 win over the Twins.

Impact Santander had two of the Orioles' six long balls in the contest. He'd gone 12 contests without a homer, hitting .261 over that span. The outfielder put an exclamation mark on a solid first half of the campaign that saw him slash .272/.342/.498 with 16 homers, 50 RBI, 46 RBI, two stolen bases and 24 doubles in 85 contests. His .840 OPS is second only to the .890 he posted over 37 games in the abbreviated 2020 campaign. Santander's strong hitting has helped him stay in the lineup even with the Orioles aggressively promoting prospects to the majors this year.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Streaking Orioles overpower Twins behind six home runs, including a pair from Anthony Santander - The Boston Globe Baltimore, within two games of the Rays for first place in the AL East, arrived at the All-Star break on a five-game winning streak after lo...

JULY 9, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM