MIKE BAUMANN NEWS

Earns win in season debut Baumann (1-0) allowed a hit and a walk while striking out three in 2.1 innings to earn the win Monday versus the Brewers.

Impact Baumann's outing followed four scoreless innings from starter Bruce Zimmermann. This was an expected relief appearance for Baumann, who has worked as a starter for many of his minor-league appearances. The right-hander could be in the mix for a starting role, as Dean Kremer (oblique) is expected to miss 3-to-4 weeks. Alexander Wells and Spenser Watkins are also candidates to join the rotation, though it's unlikely any of them stretched out enough to be in line for wins should they take on a starting role. Baumann threw 37 pitches (20 strikes) in his appearance Monday.

APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Orioles blank Brewers 2-0 in home opener at Camden Yards

Cedric Mullins hit a two-run single, Bruce Zimmermann pitched four sharp innings and the Baltimore Orioles won their opening game at a slightly altered Camden Yards, 2-0 over the M...

APRIL 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will begin season as reliever General manager Mike Elias said Baumann will begin the season as a long reliever, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Elias left things open-ended as to where Baumann could pitch later in the season. Given that at least one spot in the Orioles' rotation is still somewhat up for grabs, the right-hander could get a look as a starter late in the season if he pitches well in relief. He could also snag a couple of wins early in the season as starters get stretched out.

APRIL 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes Opening Day roster Baumann has made the Orioles' Opening Day roster, Zachary Silver of MLB.com reports.

Impact Baumann wasn't particularly effective across his first four major-league appearances last year, as he posted a 9.90 ERA and 1.90 WHIP in 10 innings. The Orioles haven't yet announced their fifth starter, but if Baumann doesn't secure a rotation spot to begin the year, he should operate in a multi-inning or piggyback role.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could be major-league bound Baumann could have a chance to break camp with the Orioles, Zachary Silver of MLB.com reports.

Impact With Cole Sulser and Tanner Scott traded to the Marlins on Sunday, the Orioles will need to have some reinforcements in their bullpen. Baumann has traditionally worked as a starter in the minors, though he also made four relief appearances in the majors last season. The right-hander could be in competition for a multi-inning or piggyback role with the Orioles' rotation far from set in stone ahead of Opening Day. He's allowed four runs on six hits and two walks with three strikeouts in 4.1 innings in two Grapefruit League appearances. Baumann tossed 2.1 hitless innings in Sunday's loss to the Twins to strengthen his bid for a roster spot.

APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Headed back to Triple-A Baumann was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk on Thursday, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Baumann was called up on Sept. 7 to make his major-league debut. He's pitched 10 innings since, allowing 11 earned runs and maintaining a 5:6 K:BB. Though he's well-regarded within the Orioles' farm system, Baumann appeared to be overmatched in his first stint in the majors.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes first loss Baumann (1-1) allowed five runs on six hits and a walk with two strikeouts in two innings, taking the loss versus Boston on Saturday.

Impact The right-hander has found little joy in a long-relief role, as he's allowed 12 runs (11 earned) in his first 8.2 big-league innings across three appearances. Baumann had trouble in the fifth and sixth innings Saturday, with Boston shortstop Xander Bogaerts driving in four of the five runs against him with an RBI single and a three-run home run. Baumann has mostly stuck to a regular pitching routine after working as a starter with Triple-A Norfolk and Double-A Bowie this year. He's typically pitched on the same day as Zac Lowther, which tentatively lines up Baumann to pitch versus Texas next week if he's not called upon during the three-game series versus Philadelphia.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Blitzed in long relief Bauman served up six runs on four hits and two walks while striking out two across three innings of relief in Sunday's 22-7 loss to the Blue Jays.

Impact Baumann was one of the many Orioles pitchers victimized by the hot-hitting Toronto offense over the weekend, as the Blue Jays put up 44 runs during the three-game series. The 25-year-old righty is still regarded as one of Baltimore's most promising young arms, but he's unlikely to provide much fantasy value down the stretch as a multi-inning reliever for a 46-97 team.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dan Connolly: Rookie RHP Mike Baumann, who picked up the win... - The Athletic Rookie RHP Mike Baumann, who picked up the win in his MLB debut Tuesday in a bulk relief role, will likely stay in that spot for now. He's b...

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Remaining in bulk role Manager Brandon Hyde said Wednesday that Baumann will remain a bulk role out of the bullpen for his next appearance, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact The right-hander made his MLB debut Tuesday and piggy-backed off starter Alexander Well, and he allowed one unearned run on two hits with one walk and one strikeout to pick up the win. It's uncertain when exactly Baumann will retake the mound, but if he sticks on a five-day pitching schedule he lines up to work Sunday versus the Blue Jays, potentially following Wells again.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Notches win in MLB debut Baumann (1-0) picked up the win in Tuesday's 7-3 victory over the Royals, allowing one unearned run on two hits and a walk over 3.2 relief innings. He struck out one.

Impact The right-hander wasn't dominant in a bulk-relief role during his big-league debut, but Baumann was effective and got rewarded with the win after he took over for Alexander Wells to begin the fifth inning with the O's already ahead. Baumann tossed only 46 pitches (31 strikes), and the team indicated when he was promoted that he wouldn't be used as a starter, but if the 2017 third-round pick keeps generating positive results, that plan could change.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

O's 'excited' for Baumann's MLB opportunity BALTIMORE -- Orioles fans will get a look at another potential member of the team's next contending club when Mike Baumann makes his big lea...

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 • MLB.COM

Set for bulk reliever role Baumann's initial role in the majors will be as a bulk reliever, at least initially, Nathan Ruiz of The Baltimore Sun reports.

Impact He is one of Baltimore's top pitching prospects, and while they are not penciling him into the rotation, Baumann could piggyback Alexander Wells on Tuesday. Baumann has the stuff to be quality big-league starter, but he logged an 11.1 percent and 12.0 percent walk rate at Double-A and Triple-A, respectively. Shaky command and a bad home ballpark are the two obvious drawbacks for fantasy.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Promoted to majors Baumann was recalled from Triple-A Norfolk on Tuesday, Nathan Ruiz of The Baltimore Sun reports.

Impact Baumann is one of the top pitching prospects in the Orioles' organization, and he'll join the major-league roster for the first time following an effective showing at the Triple-A level. The righty was promoted to Triple-A Norfolk at the end of July, and he posted a 2.00 ERA and 1.15 WHIP in 27 innings across six starts. Baumann has worked exclusively as a starter this year, but the Orioles haven't yet announced whether he'll begin his major-league career as a starter or reliever.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Orioles minor league report: Jordan Westburg, Adam Hall hitting stride at Aberdeen; Triple-A lefties impress High-A Aberdeen infielders Jordan Westburg and Adam Hall as well as Double-A Bowie right-hander Mike Baumann impressed this week in the Orio...

JULY 6, 2021 • BALTIMORESUN.COM

Orioles Prospect Mike Baumann: 'You Know You're Going To Get A Show' From Baysox - PressBoxOnline.com Now with the Bowie Baysox, Orioles pitching prospect Mike Baumann continues to recover from a right flexor strain he suffered last August. "...

JUNE 17, 2021 • PRESSBOXONLINE.COM

Healthy, sent to Double-A Baumann (elbow) was activated from the injured list and sent to Double-A Bowie on Tuesday.

Impact Baumann's appearance for Bowie lasted just two-thirds of an inning Tuesday, as he allowed four runs on two hits and a walk. He struck out one and also hit a batter. The right-hander figures to get some more time with Bowie before potentially earning a promotion to Triple-A Norfolk later in the summer.

MAY 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Moving rehab to Double-A Baumann (elbow) is moving his rehab assignment to Double-A Bowie, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.

Impact Baumann has logged five scoreless innings so far, allowing three walks with six strikeouts as he works his way back from a right flexor strain. He'll continue to work his way back at Bowie, building up his pitch count before ultimately slotting into the rotation with Triple-A Norfolk when healthy.

MAY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Completes second rehab outing Baumann (elbow) threw three scoreless and hitless innings with four strikeouts and no walks in a rehab outing with Low-A Delmarva on Thursday, Steve Melewski of MASNSports.com repo...

Impact Baumann has slowly been working his way back from a right flexor strain, and he was able to throw 30 pitches in his second rehab outing. Once he's ready to be activated, Baumann is likely to slot into the Triple-A Norfolk rotation to begin his season.

MAY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rehabbing at Low-A Baumann (elbow) is scheduled to make his second rehab start for Low-A Delmarva on Thursday, Steve Melewski of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Baumann made his first start of 2021 on Saturday, working two scoreless innings for Delmarva. He'll likely increase his innings and pitch counts Thursday before likely moving up to a higher level of competition thereafter. Once he's formally reinstated from the 7-day injured list, Baumann is expected to slot into the Triple-A Norfolk rotation.

MAY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Completes sim game Baumann (elbow) tossed a three-inning simulated game Monday at the Orioles' extended spring training facility in Florida, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Baumann apparently checked out fine following the simulated game, so he'll be cleared to begin a rehab assignment this weekend. The right-hander will make his 2021 debut at Low-A Delmarva, and he'll likely make at least one or two more starts in Low-A or at another lower-level affiliate before eventually reclaiming a spot in the Triple-A Norfolk rotation once he's fully stretched out for starting duty.

MAY 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with arm discomfort Orioles director of player development Matt Blood said Tuesday that Baumann (elbow) will be held back at extended spring training in Florida for the start of the minor-league seaso...

Impact Baumann was sidelined last September due to a right flexor strain, so he's presumably dealing with discomfort related to that injury. Blood suggested that Baumann isn't being shut down from his throwing program as a result of the setback, and the 25-year-old could be ready to pitch in games at Triple-A Norfolk by the end of the month. The right-hander impressed in his first taste of the upper minors in 2019, posting a 2.31 ERA over 13 outings at Double-A Bowie.

MAY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dan Connolly: Other minor-league health updates from... - The Athletic Other minor-league health updates from Development Director Matt Blood: RHP Mike Baumann will miss the first few weeks as O's are cautious w...

MAY 4, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Get to know O's No. 8 prospect Baumann The future is the theme for the rebuilding Orioles, and it’s closer than ever. With more than half its Top 30 prospects in camp this spring,...

APRIL 11, 2021 • MLB.COM