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Félix Bautista, a key reliever for the Orioles, underwent shoulder surgery for a torn rotator cuff and labrum, leading to an estimated 12-month absence, impacting both his career trajectory and the Orioles' bullpen plans for the upcoming seasons.
The New York Mets are seriously pursuing Japanese right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto but are not planning to spend aggressively on other top free agents. They may pivot to mid-market arms like Lucas Giolito if they fail to land Yamamoto. The Mets are also looking to add an outfielder and a right-handed hitting third baseman. In other news, the Tampa Bay Rays' president of baseball operations, Erik Neander, believes that prospects Joe Pepiot and Peter DeLuca could impact the big league club soon after trading Tyler Glasnow and Manuel Margot to the Dodgers. Additionally, Baltimore Orioles closer Felix Bautista is recovering well from Tommy John surgery and is expected to return for Spring Training 2025 after signing a two-year extension.
Baltimore Orioles' All-Star closer Félix Bautista will undergo Tommy John surgery, ruling him out for the remainder of the 2023 season and likely the 2024 season as well. The 28-year-old right-hander partially tore the UCL in his right elbow in August and had been hoping to return this year, but the Orioles decided to prioritize his long-term recovery. Bautista had an impressive season with a 1.48 ERA, 33 saves, and 110 strikeouts in 56 appearances.
Baltimore Orioles closer Félix Bautista exited the game with arm discomfort in the ninth inning, slipping awkwardly off the mound after delivering a pitch. Manager Brandon Hyde stated that Bautista is still being evaluated, and expressed hope that he will be okay. Bautista, who is tied for the American League lead in saves, has an 8-2 record and a 1.49 ERA.
Baltimore Orioles closer Félix Bautista exited Friday's victory over the Rockies with arm discomfort, raising concerns about a potential arm-related injury. Manager Brandon Hyde confirmed that Bautista will be further evaluated. Losing Bautista for any length of time would be a significant blow to the team, as he has been a key contributor with impressive stats this season. The Orioles will determine whether a replacement is needed or if Bautista's injury allows for a delay in making a roster move. The prospect of going without Bautista in the bullpen for the remainder of the season is worrisome for the Orioles.
Baltimore Orioles teammates Félix Bautista and Yennier Cano have emerged as an elite late-game relief duo, helping the team to a strong record. Bautista, a former international signee, has been dominant with a 1.07 ERA and a league-leading 50.9% strikeout rate. Cano, who didn't reach the majors until after his 28th birthday, has excelled by limiting contact quality and inducing ground balls. The unexpected success of these two pitchers highlights the Orioles' scouting staff and their push for a postseason berth.
The Seattle Mariners face the Baltimore Orioles in a three-game series, with the Orioles outperforming expectations thanks to their young players and closer Félix Bautista. The Orioles will be well-rested after two off days this week, while the Mariners hope to bounce back from two losses to the Yankees. Top prospect Gunnar Henderson, catcher Adley Rutschman, and outfielder Anthony Santander lead the Orioles' lineup.
The Baltimore Orioles secured an 8-6 victory against the Tampa Bay Rays in a game that saw the Orioles take a seven-run lead before an evolving middle-relief crisis sent them spiraling towards an epic collapse. However, Yennier Cano and Félix Bautista arrived in time to save the day, and the Orioles took the first of two games in Tampa Bay. Aaron Hicks was the most Birdland player of the game with three hits, two runs, a three-run homer, and four RBIs.
Tyler Wells pitched 6 2/3 innings, allowing two runs and striking out eight, leading the Baltimore Orioles to a 4-2 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. Yusei Kikuchi pitched well for Toronto, but was pulled after 4 2/3 innings. The Orioles scored two runs off Toronto's bullpen, while Félix Bautista earned a four-out save to clinch the series win for Baltimore. Austin Hays hit a home run and Anthony Santander had a go-ahead single in the sixth inning.
The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Texas Rangers 3-2 in a game that saw clutch hits from Austin Hays and Adley Rutschman. Félix Bautista closed out the game with three strikeouts in the ninth inning. Starter Kyle Bradish pitched 6.2 innings, allowing only one earned run. The win puts the Orioles back above the Rangers in the race for the second-best record in baseball.
The Baltimore Orioles completed their first sweep of the Toronto Blue Jays in Toronto since 2005 with an 8-3 win in 11 innings. Terrin Vavra's two-run single in the 11th inning helped the Orioles score five runs and secure the win. Cedric Mullins went 5-for-6 with three RBIs in the win, while the Orioles' middle relievers combined to throw 5 2/3 innings in relief, allowing just three hits and two runs. The Orioles are now 15 games over .500 for the first time since 2016 and have the second-best record in the major leagues.
The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 6-5 in 10 innings, with Felix Bautista outshining his Blue Jays counterpart and Ryan O'Hearn hitting a late game-tying home run. The Orioles entered the top of the 8th down 5-2 but managed to tie the game and eventually win in extra innings. Grayson Rodriguez put together a solid start for the Orioles, but his fastball control was not enough to prevent the Blue Jays from taking the lead. The win marks the Orioles' 30th of the season and shows the team's potential for future success.
Kyle Gibson pitched seven strong innings, allowing only one run, while Ryan Mountcastle hit a three-run homer to lead the Baltimore Orioles to a 6-2 win over the Toronto Blue Jays. Yennier Cano and Félix Bautista struggled in relief but ultimately closed out the game. The win puts the Orioles four games ahead of the Blue Jays in the standings.
The Baltimore Orioles secured their fourth straight victory with a thrilling walk-off win against the Detroit Tigers. Tyler Wells pitched brilliantly, allowing no runs in seven innings, while Austin Hays hit a home run to give the Orioles a 1-0 lead. However, Félix Bautista blew the save in the ninth inning, allowing the Tigers to tie the game. In the bottom of the ninth, Ryan Mountcastle and Anthony Santander hit singles to put the winning run on base, and Adam Frazier hit a hard chopper to first base, allowing Mountcastle to score the winning run.
Adley Rutschman delivered a game-changing double in a come-from-behind 6-3 win over the White Sox, just one day after hitting a walk-off home run. The Orioles' offense struggled early on, but Rutschman's heroics and a strong bullpen performance led by Felix Bautista secured the victory. Starter Tyler Wells had a solid outing, but struggled in the 6th inning.