BALTIMORE ORIOLES NEWS

Tyler Wells - Makes case for rotation spot Wells allowed an unearned run on two hits and struck out two over five innings in Saturday's Grapefruit League game versus the Pirates.

Impact Wells has had shaky ratios with a 5.74 ERA and 1.28 WHIP over 15.2 innings this spring, but he's also posted a 16:2 K:BB. The Orioles' rotation still has two spots up for grabs, with Wells, Grayson Rodriguez and Kyle Bradish all in contention. Of those three pitchers, Wells' numbers look the best on the surface, though he'd also be the easiest to move to a bullpen role if the Orioles want to open the year with all of them in the majors. For now, Wells is stretched out as a starter, but his placement to start the season will likely come down to a decision just before Opening Day.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

O's prospect DL Hall to begin season in Minors SARASOTA, Fla. -- DL Hall's build-up as a starting pitcher will continue in the Minors. The Orioles announced they optioned Hall to Minor Le...

MARCH 26, 2023 • MLB.COM

Spenser Watkins - Sent to minors Watkins was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk on Sunday, Steve Melewski of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Watkins had a 4.15 ERA and 10:4 K:BB over 13 innings during spring training but was unable to secure a spot at the back end of Baltimore's rotation. The 30-year-old had a 4.70 ERA in 23 outings for the Orioles last season and will be one of the top candidates for a call-up when the club requires spot starters this year.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DL Hall - Bound for Triple-A The Orioles optioned Hall to Triple-A Norfolk on Sunday, Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun reports.

Impact Hall is healthy again after he overcame a lower-back injury to make two extended Grapefruit League relief appearances Monday and Saturday, but the Orioles want him to continue building up as a starter in the minors before a return to the majors is considered. Assuming he stays healthy and productive at Norfolk in the early part of the season, Hall should be among the top candidates for a promotion if a spot in the big-league rotation opens up at any point.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yennier Cano - Demoted to minors The Orioles optioned Cano to Triple-A Norfolk on Sunday, Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun reports.

Impact Cano bagged two saves and struck out 10 over seven innings in Grapefruit League this spring, but the Orioles presumably want him to gain more seasoning at Triple-A before giving him another look in the majors. The 29-year-old right-hander was lit up in his first taste of the big leagues in 2022, logging an 11.50 ERA and 2.33 WHIP in 18 innings between Baltimore and Minnesota.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

How to Watch Phillies and Orioles Spring Training, Channel, Streams, and Lineups The Philadelphia Phillies will visit the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday as their Grapefruit League begins to come to a close.

MARCH 26, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

How to Watch Phillies and Orioles Spring Training, Channel, Streams, and Lineups The Philadelphia Phillies will visit the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday as their Grapefruit League begins to come to a close.

MARCH 26, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

How to Watch Phillies and Orioles Spring Training, Channel, Streams, and Lineups The Philadelphia Phillies will visit the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday as their Grapefruit League begins to come to a close.

MARCH 26, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dan Connolly: After a relatively healthy camp, Orioles are... - The Athletic After a relatively healthy camp, Orioles are dealing with 2 injuries as ST ends. RHP Mychal Givens (left knee) ended his sim game after abou...

MARCH 26, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Dan Connolly: Heading into Sunday's Grapefruit League game... - The Athletic Heading into Sunday's Grapefruit League game, the penultimate of the spring, the Orioles still have 44 players in camp. Orioles manager Bran...

MARCH 26, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

James McCann - Uncertain for Monday McCann (side) is going through hitting progressions before Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Phillies, but he is unsure if he'll play in Monday's spring finale versus the...

Impact McCann has been battling soreness in his side and been held out of the lineup for the past few days. The backup backstop being able to participate in hitting drills is a positive step forward, but it's possible that McCann will need to open the 2023 campaign on the injured list.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mychal Givens - Throws just 10 pitches in session Givens (knee) threw just 10 pitches in Sunday's bullpen session before walking off the mound, Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Sun reports.

Impact Givens is attempting to work his way back from knee soreness, but he was able to throw only 10 pitches before walking off the mound, and he reportedly threw his glove in frustration following the session. There should be further updates coming on his status going forward, but this does not appear to be a positive development.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wells has best start in final audition for rotation BRADENTON, Fla. -- Tyler Wells never wanted to view Spring Training as a competition with his Orioles teammates. He made that clear after hi...

MARCH 26, 2023 • MLB.COM

Myriad Orioles Thoughts: Tyler Wells' push; Forbes' evaluations; bullpen update Wells won't say that he deserves a rotation spot. His performance on Saturday indicates that he might.

MARCH 26, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

James McCann - Experiencing soreness in side Orioles manager Brandon Hyde said Saturday that McCann has been out of the lineup lately as a precaution while the catcher manages left side soreness, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports...

Impact McCann is expected to serve as the backup to Adley Rutschman in 2023, and while he hasn't been able to play as of late because of the side issue, it sounds like this isn't a serious injury. McCann should be a full-go for the start of the 2023 campaign.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ramón Urías - Returns to lineup Urias (thumb) will bat second and play second base in Saturday's Grapefruit League game against the Pirates, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Urias was scratched both Thursday and Friday due to a bruised right thumb, but the issue doesn't appear to be a significant one. After hitting a respectable .248/.305/.414 with 16 home runs in 118 games last season, he appears to be set for a utility infield role this year.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Gibson is coming off a down season. The Orioles' defense could help him bounce back. | ANALYSIS When the Orioles signed Gibson in December, executive vice president and general manager Mike Elias said he believed the lanky right-hander...

MARCH 25, 2023 • BOSTONHERALD.COM

From video games to trash-talking, competitive bonds among Orioles' top young stars fuel return to contention SARASOTA, Fla. — Gunnar Henderson knows how dangerous Adley Rutschman can be with the game on the line.

MARCH 25, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Two phenoms, two droughts: How Gunnar Henderson, Corbin Carroll could make history Rookie of the Year Award: The Diamondbacks have never had one, it's been 33 years for the Orioles. Will Henderson or Carroll change that?

MARCH 25, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Orioles observations on Dean Kremer as No. 2 starter, defensive versatility on display and more A few hours after the Orioles announced veteran Kyle Gibson as their opening day starter, manager Brandon Hyde said Dean Kremer will start t...

MARCH 25, 2023 • BALTIMORESUN.COM

Ramón Urías - Scratched again due to thumb Urias (thumb) was scratched from the Orioles' Grapefruit League lineup again Friday, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Urias remains sidelined because of a bruised right thumb, though O's manager Brandon Hyde downplayed the issue Thursday. Terrin Vavra will start at second base Friday night against the Yankees.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dan Connolly: The Orioles are slowly announcing their 2023... - The Athletic The Orioles are slowly announcing their 2023 rotation: Kyle Gibson pitches the season opener Thurs at Fenway Park, followed by Dean Kremer o...

MARCH 24, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Terrin Vavra - Making strong impression Vavra is hitting .342 (13-for-38) over 13 Grapefruit League games.

Impact Vavra is in contention to open the season as a utility man for the Orioles. He's done about all he can to prove he's ready for the role in spring training, but it's unclear if he'll break camp with the team. With starting roles around the diamond pretty well defined, Vavra is unlikely to be more than a bench bat if he makes the team, so it's possible the Orioles will want the 25-year-old to log more consistent playing time with Triple-A Norfolk.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Anthony Santander - Has manager's trust at first Orioles manager Brandon Hyde told reporters Friday that he is "very comfortable" with using Santander at first base, Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Banner reports.

Impact Santander has primarily been an outfielder throughout his career, but he's received a look at first base during spring training. With Ryan Mountcastle around, Santander would likely need an injury to get a lot of time in the infield. The 28-year-old has gone just 2-for-17 across eight Grapefruit League games, but he was excellent for Venezuela at the World Baseball Classic, hitting .353 over five contests. Regardless of where he plays, he should hit in the heart of the O's batting order.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mychal Givens - Could return for Opening Day Orioles manager Brandon Hyde said he believes Givens (knee) will be able to break camp on the 26-man roster, Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Sun reports.

Impact Givens' knee seems to be healing nicely, but Hyde also said the 32-year-old reliever will need to throw on a back field at least one more time before the team can make a decision. Givens hasn't pitched in a Grapefruit League game since March 16, but when healthy he could handle a setup role in front of closer Felix Bautista.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE