Impact His roster spot is being absorbed by top prospect Colton Cowser. McKenna has put up a .707 OPS with two home runs and one stolen base over 62 games in a reserve role for the Orioles this season.
JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
RYAN MCKENNA #34 - RIGHT FIELDER - SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS
2 HR •
2 RBI •
.214 AVG
2 HR
2 RBI
.214 AVG
Optioned to Triple-A McKenna was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk on Wednesday, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports.
Walks it off Saturday McKenna hit a walk-off two-run home run in Saturday's 6-4 extra-inning win over the Mariners.
Impact Anthony Santander went 4-for-4 but gave way to McKenna as a defensive replacement late in the game. McKenna then came through on offense, taking Justin Topa deep for the walk-off win. Playing time remains sparse for McKenna -- he has just 11 at bats over 15 games in June, but he's collected a hit in three of his last four games. The outfielder is at a .250/.391/.395 slash line with two homers, 10 RBI, 14 runs scored and a stolen base over 83 plate appearances. With Cedric Mullins back from a groin injury, McKenna's path to playing time has gotten even tougher, so he'll likely remain a bench bat.
JUNE 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ryan McKenna's walk-off homer in 10th gives Orioles dramatic 6-4 win over Mariners BALTIMORE — Amid the bottom of the 10th inning of a tie game at Camden Yards, Anthony Santander told Austin Hays not to worry about getting...
JUNE 25, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Ryan McKenna's walk-off HR gives O's win over Mariners Ryan McKenna hit a two-run, walk-off homer with one out in the bottom of the 10th inning to give the Baltimore Orioles a 6-4 victory against...
JUNE 24, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM
McKenna's 10th-inning homer gives the Orioles a 6-4 win over the Mariners
Ryan McKenna hit a two-run homer in the bottom of the 10th inning to give the Baltimore Orioles a 6-4 victory over the Seattle MarinersJUNE 24, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Starting in center field McKenna is starting in center field and batting eighth on Thursday versus the Yankees, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.
Impact McKenna's playing time usually comes against lefties, but he's getting the call here versus righty Clarke Schmidt. Cedric Mullins will receive a day of rest.
MAY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up hit off bench McKenna (back) went 1-for-2 with a double and a run scored in Baltimore's win over the Angels on Tuesday.
Impact That was McKenna's first appearance since May 8, as the outfielder has been out of the lineup due to back troubles. The outfielder is out of the starting lineup again Wednesday against the Angels, but he should be available off the bench if necessary.
MAY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available off bench McKenna (back) told reporters before Sunday's game against the Pirates that he's feel better and available off the bench if necessary, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.
Impact McKenna said that he began feeling discomfort in his back a few days ago, and than he underwent an MRI to determine if there was any structural damage. The 26-year-old will begin Sunday's series finale against the Pirates on the bench, but he could be called on in the later innings, and he should be back for Baltimore in the early portion of next week.
MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with back issue Orioles bench coach Fredi Gonzalez told reporters Saturdaythat McKenna is currently dealing with a back issue, Nathan Ruiz of The Baltimore Sun reports.
Impact Gonzalez told reporters that he's hopeful that McKenna can avoid the injured list, but Joey Ortiz is on the taxi squad just in case. McKenna should be considered day-to-day and isn't likely to be available for Saturday's game against Pittsburgh.
MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Goes yard for first time in 2023 McKenna went 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs scored and three RBI during a 6-4 win over the Tigers in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader.
Impact Getting the start in center field and batting eighth, McKenna provided the O's with what proved to be crucial insurance runs when he launched a two-run shot off Matthew Boyd. McKenna's defensive versatility makes him a valuable fourth outfielder for Baltimore, and he's held his own at the plate so far in 2023 by hitting .276 (8-for-29) with one homer, one steal, five runs and six RBI.
APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Makes impact off bench McKenna went 2-for-2 with an RBI double in Wednesday's 6-2 win over the Red Sox.
Impact McKenna didn't start Wednesday, but he was able to knock in an insurance run in the eighth inning. With Austin Hays (hand) unavailable, McKenna and Terrin Vavra could see a short-term jump in playing time. McKenna has appeared in 16 games, but he has just 22 plate appearances this season. He's hitting .263 with three RBI, two runs scored, two doubles and a stolen base while also often serving as a defensive replacement.
APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Critical error in loss McKenna went 1-for-3 with one steal in Saturday's 9-8 loss to the Red Sox.
Impact McKenna's steal is the first of the season, but unfortunately, he'll be remembered for what happened in the field. The outfielder dropped a fly ball that put the tying run on in the bottom of the ninth that should have ended the game, and Adam Duvall hit a walkoff homer a batter later. McKenna is expected to get playing time in left field to open the season against southpaws, but more failures defensively could cut into that playing time.
APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Duvall hits 2nd 2-run homer for 9-8 walk-off win over Os
Adam Duvall ended the game with his second two-run homer after left fielder Ryan McKenna dropped a two-out fly in the ninth, giving the Boston Red Sox a 9-8 win over the Baltimore...APRIL 1, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Showing solid plate discipline McKenna is just 3-for-14 through six Grapefruit League games, but he's also drawn four walks and added one stolen base on two attempts.
Impact McKenna's unlikely to earn anything more than a bench role to begin 2023. The improved plate discipline should help -- he drew just 11 walks in 172 plate appearances last season, a 6.6 percent rate. McKenna's place in the Orioles' plans for this year likely depends on whether the team wants to open with four or five outfielders. Kyle Stowers is hitting .333 (5-for-15) with four walks across six games this spring and could have the edge over McKenna if the team goes with four outfielders, though it's also possible Stowers slots in at designated hitter frequently. McKenna's solid defense and speed makes him more suited for being a late-game replacement.
MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Productive out of leadoff spot McKenna went 2-for-2 with a double and a walk in Wednesday's 3-1 loss against the Red Sox.
Impact After receiving just one plate appearance in the last seven games for Baltimore, McKenna got the start out of the leadoff spot and made the most out it. He reached base safely in all three of his at-bats, recording his first multi-hit game since Aug. 15. McKenna still figures to be the fourth outfielder on the depth chart, so it is not likely he produces much for fantasy purposes to close the season.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Devers hits grand slam as Red Sox rout Orioles 17-4
Rafael Devers hit a first-inning grand slam, Kiké Hernández had four hits and the Boston Red Sox slugged their way to a 17-4 rout of the Baltimore OriolesSEPTEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mateo lifts Orioles past Boston in MLB Little League Classic
Jorge Mateo lined a bases-loaded double to left field in the eighth inning, driving in three runs and sparking the Baltimore Orioles to a 5-3 win over the Boston Red Sox in front o...AUGUST 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Contreras hits 2 homers, Cubs outlast contending O's 3-2
Willson Contreras hit a pair of homers, Adrian Sampson pitched scoreless ball into the sixth inning and the Chicago Cubs beat the Baltimore Orioles 3-2AUGUST 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Heads to bench McKenna is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Cubs.
Impact McKenna was included in the lineup in each of the last three games, picking up starts at all three outfield spots while going 4-for-10 with two doubles, a walk, two RBI and a run. He'll likely continue to pick up starts against left-handed pitching while he's on the roster, but McKenna won't have a direct path to regular playing time versus right-handed pitching while all of Cedric Mullins, Austin Hays, Anthony Santander and Terrin Vavra are available.
AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Mullins, Rutschman power surging Orioles past Blue Jays 4-2
Cedric Mullins and Adley Rutschman hit back-to-back home runs, Ramón Urías drove in the tiebreaking run in the sixth inning and the Orioles beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-2, giving s...AUGUST 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Doubles twice Monday McKenna went 3-for-5 with a pair of doubles, an RBI and a run scored in Monday's 7-3 win over the Blue Jays.
Impact McKenna has found a bit of a groove in August, going 8-for-21 (.381) with a home run, three doubles, four RBI and three runs scored. The 25-year-old outfielder is up to a .271/.320/.398 slash line with two homers, 10 RBI, 20 runs and two steals through 130 plate appearances . He's started in center field and batted leadoff against the last three southpaws the Orioles have faced, so it appears McKenna could be starting to take a little bit of playing time away from Cedric Mullins. It's unlikely to develop into a platoon situation, but it's a way for manager Brandon Hyde to get McKenna's bat in the lineup while he's hot.
AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Mountcastle HRs, surging Orioles beat struggling Jays 7-3
Ryan Mountcastle hit a two-run home run in his return to the lineup, Ryan McKenna had his first three-hit game and an RBI, and the surging Baltimore Orioles improved to 9-4 in Augu...AUGUST 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Orioles run winning streak to 5 with 6-3 win over Pirates
Ryan McKenna hit a two-run double in the fifth inning, and the Baltimore Orioles won their fifth straight game, 6-3 over the Pittsburgh PiratesAUGUST 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tallies second homer McKenna went 1-for-2 with a walk and a solo home run Wednesday against the Rangers.
Impact McKenna picked up his fourth start in 13 games since the All-Star break and took Martin Perez deep to tally his second homer of the season. McKenna had the opportunity to join the starting lineup with Austin Hays (side) sidelined, though the addition of Brett Phillips could bury McKenna further on the depth chart. Across 115 plate appearances this season, McKenna has maintained a .250/.307/.365 line.
AUGUST 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Orioles win 6-3 for 1st-ever season series sweep of Rangers
Baltimore pinch-hitter Terrin Vavra hit a tiebreaking RBI double in the eighth inning and the Orioles completed their first season series sweep against Texas with a 6-3 winAUGUST 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
