Rodriguez return could lead to six-man rotation in BAL

AMERICAN LEAGUE


Baltimore Orioles
NEWS: Baltimore reinstated RHP Grayson Rodriguez from the 15-day IL.
IMPACT: High
BHQ SPIN: Rodriguez, who had been sidelined since April 30 in what the team deemed a “precautionary” move due to shoulder soreness, returned to Baltimore’s rotation on Saturday after not requiring a rehab assignment. Rodriguez pitched well in his return (6 IP, 1 H, 0 ER, 7 K, 3 BB), working up to 82 pitches. With Rodriguez returning to the rotation, Cole Irvin was in Baltimore’s bullpen on Saturday. However, indications are that Baltimore is likely to shift to a six-man rotation including Irvin in the near future as they embark on a stretch of 30 games in 31 days. In a corresponding move for Rodriguez’s return,

More From PT Today

Jack Flaherty returns to the Motor City, where he rejuvenated his career during the first half of 2024 and slots nicely into the Tigers rotation.
Feb 5 2025 8:32am
Carlos Estévez gives the Royals another late-inning option. Plus role shifts with the signings of Max Scherzer (Blue Jays) Ha-Seong Kim (Rays) others.
Jan 31 2025 8:48am
Ryan Pressly's trade from Houston makes him the favorite for saves in Chicago. Plus a few more fringe signings for WSH, SD, BAL and PIT as spring training approaches.
Jan 29 2025 8:24am
Jurickson Profar fills a corner outfield spot with the Braves; Yates part of Super Pen for the Dodgers; and a few other around-the-edges signings.
Jan 24 2025 9:03am
Tanner Scott signs a big contract with the Dodgers and alters the LA saves landscape. Plus the playing time ripples of Sasaki, Santander, Winker and more.
Jan 21 2025 8:32am

Tools