SPENSER WATKINS NEWS

Could start Saturday Watkins is with the Orioles on the taxi squad and could be added to the active roster to start Saturday against the White Sox, Rich Dubroff of BaltimoreBaseball.com reports.

Impact The Orioles have an opening in the starting rotation Saturday after Kyle Bradish (shoulder) was placed on the injured list, and Watkins appear to be the primary candidate to fill the void. The 29-year-old was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk after being activated from the injured list June 8, and he allowed five runs over 7.2 innings during his time with the Tides. Assuming he starts Saturday, Watkins may need a strong performance in Chicago for it to be more than a single spot start.

JUNE 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Santana, Melendez homer in Royals' 7-5 win over Orioles

Carlos Santana and MJ Melendez homered, leading the Kansas City Royals to a 7-5 victory over the Baltimore Orioles

JUNE 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cubs-Orioles postponed by rain; makeup set for Aug. 18

The interleague game between the Chicago Cubs and Baltimore Orioles was postponed by a relentless rain shower that started shortly before the scheduled start and never let up

JUNE 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Reinstated, sent down Wednesday Watkins (forearm) was reinstated from the 15-day injured list and optioned to Triple-A Norfolk on Wednesday, Zachary Silver of MLB.com reports.

Impact The right-hander threw several bullpen sessions over the last few weeks and will return from the injured list after spending just over the minimum of 15 days on the shelf. However, Dean Kremer has been named Baltimore's fifth starter, so Watkins will join the rotation in Norfolk for now. Watkins should be one of the top candidates for a call-up if the Orioles need an additional starter.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Activation delayed Watkins (forearm) threw another bullpen session Tuesday and could be activated from the 15-day injured list within the coming days, Rich Dubroff of BaltimoreBaseball.com reports.

Impact Watkins was first eligible to come off the IL on Tuesday and had already thrown a few bullpen sessions beforehand, but the Orioles wanted to reassess how he felt following one more throwing workout. Prior to landing on the shelf with the bruised right forearm, Watkins had made eight starts for Baltimore and posted a 6.00 ERA, 1.70 WHIP and 14:15 K:BB in 30 innings. He likely won't have a spot in the rotation waiting for him once activated, as manager Brandon Hyde already appointed Dean Kremer as the team's fifth starter this week.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Orioles host the Cubs in first of 2-game series

The Baltimore Orioles host the Chicago Cubs to begin a two-game series

JUNE 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nearing return Watkins (forearm) has thrown off a mound three times and expects to be activated from the injured list Tuesday when first eligible, Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Sun reports.

Impact Watkins' progress is encouraging, though it hasn't been determined if he'll need a a rehab assignment first. If he does, he'll likely be out a little beyond the 15-day minimum, but in any case, it seems the right-hander should be ready soon. It's also unclear if Watkins will return to a rotation spot -- most likely over Kyle Bradish -- or see some long-relief work initially after activation.

JUNE 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Orioles and Guardians meet in series rubber match

Both the Baltimore Orioles and the Cleveland Guardians are looking for a series win with a victory on Sunday

JUNE 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Guardians bring 4-game win streak into matchup with the Orioles

The Cleveland Guardians look to keep a four-game win streak alive when they take on the Baltimore Orioles

JUNE 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Guardians look to continue win streak, play the Orioles

The Cleveland Guardians are looking to keep a three-game win streak alive when they play the Baltimore Orioles

JUNE 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Orioles take on the Mariners in series rubber match

The Baltimore Orioles and Seattle Mariners play on Thursday with the winner claiming the three-game series

JUNE 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Boston Red Sox host the Baltimore Orioles Monday

The Boston Red Sox host the Baltimore Orioles on Monday

MAY 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Orioles meet the Red Sox with 2-1 series lead

The Baltimore Orioles play the Boston Red Sox with a 2-1 series lead

MAY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Plays catch Saturday Watkins (forearm) played catch from 70 feet Saturday, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Although Watkins' throwing session Saturday didn't require much intensity, he said afterward that he didn't experience any pain and was only dealing with light stiffness. The right-hander is progressing in his recovery from a bruised right forearm, but it's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to game action.

MAY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Orioles bring 1-0 series lead over Red Sox into game 2

The Baltimore Orioles lead 1-0 in a five-game series with the Boston Red Sox

MAY 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Red Sox take on the Orioles after Verdugo's 4-hit game

The Boston Red Sox take on the Baltimore Orioles after Alex Verdugo had four hits against the White Sox on Thursday

MAY 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Yankees and Orioles meet with series tied 1-1

Both the New York Yankees and the Baltimore Orioles are looking for a series win with a victory on Wednesday

MAY 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Yankees take 3-game losing streak into matchup with the Orioles

The New York Yankees aim to break a three-game losing streak when they play the Baltimore Orioles

MAY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Urias tags Cole, O's overcome Judge's 2 HRs, beat Yanks 6-4

Ramón Urías hit a tiebreaking homer in the sixth inning off Gerrit Cole and the Baltimore Orioles withstood Aaron Judge’s two home runs to beat the Yankees 6-4 and send New York to...

MAY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Heads to IL The Orioles placed Watkins on the 15-day injured list Monday.

Impact Though Watkins avoided any structural damage to his right forearm and escaped with a bruise after he was struck by a line drive three batters into his start in Sunday's 7-6 win over the Rays, the 29-year-old is still experiencing enough discomfort a day later to take him out of the mix for his next turn through the rotation. Unless the Orioles are willing to advance top prospect Grayson Rodriguez to the big leagues, Keegan Akin or Mike Baumann could be the top candidates to enter the rotation in place of Watkins when a fifth starter is next needed during Saturday's doubleheader in Boston.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Yankees host the Orioles to begin 3-game series

The New York Yankees begin a three-game series at home against the Baltimore Orioles on Monday

MAY 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Odor leads Orioles past Rays 7-6 in 11 innings.

Rougned Odor managed his second game-winning hit in three days as the Baltimore Orioles beat the Tampa Bay Rays 7-6 in 11 innings on Sunday

MAY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dealing with bruised forearm Watkins had X-rays come back negative and was diagnosed with a bruised right forearm after exiting Sunday's start against the Rays, Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Sun reports.

Impact The right-hander was struck in the right forearm by a 105.9 mile-per-hour comebacker during the first inning Sunday, and he left the contest after facing only three batters. Watkins allowed three earns runs on three hits without recording an out, and he should be considered day-to-day as he continues to be evaluated.

MAY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Orioles and Rays meet with series tied 1-1

Both the Baltimore Orioles and the Tampa Bay Rays are looking for a series win with a victory on Sunday

MAY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Arozarena's 2 HRs spoil Rutschman's debut as Rays top O's

Randy Arozarena hit a pair of homers, Jeffrey Springs threw shutout ball into the sixth inning and the Tampa Bay Rays spoiled the debut of Baltimore Orioles top prospect Adley Ruts...

MAY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS