With the 2009 season fastly approaching I though it's time for some Orioles Magic, Feel it happen
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FubnJBgd2wY
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Out of Options
The Orioles have three pitchers in camp that might or might not make the squad but the more important part about those three pitchers is the fact they are all out of options. The pitchers i'm talking about are Hayden Penn, David Pauley, and Brian Bass. There are also several more players that are out of options but will surely be on the team this season and those players are Jeremy Guthrie(Locked into the rotation), Dennis Sarfate( definatly will be in the pen this season), Felix Pie(will get significant playing time and should be in the majors unless he fails to hit).
Now players that are out of options that probably won't make the team are utility man Donnie Murphy and infielder Scott Moore. Both players are hurt by the surplus of players that the Orioles have that makes playing time scarce for guys like Luke Scott and several others that will have to play at a high level to even get any playing time. The thing that seperates this years Orioles from those of years prior is that they actually have legitimate competition for playing time from players that are major league caliber and that is something that has not been seen here in a while.
The Orioles also have a few players who will be out of options next season and force the front office to make even more tough decisions. Brad Hennessey, Alfredo Simon, Brian Burres, and Matt Albers. Who nows all four of those players could end up makeing the squad this year less complicating things for next year, but probably 2-3 of those players will start the year at Tripple-A Norfolk.
All of the three players I mentioned at the begining they all could make the team. David Pauley, who was acquired in a trade for Randor Bierd, could be one of the three to crack the last two starting rotation spots and/or the long man spot in the bullpen. Here is the scouting report on Pauley " he mixes a very good sinker with a low 90s fastball with good movement, a good changeup, and a nice curveball. Has 5th starter potential at the MLB level. Pauley has demonstrated solid success against AAA competition for extended periods of time, but has yet to impress much at the big league level, although he hasn't been given much of an opportunity. Needs to improve his control somewhat. Gives up a lot of home runs. Good fielder with a strong pick-off move."
Hayden Penn who was once considered one of the top prospects has fallen well of the radar, but he could make a comeback this season. he would of had several oputunities last season but he got injured every time the O's wanted to call him up. Brian Bass has the most ML playing time out of the three and could be a decent reliever this season.
Now players that are out of options that probably won't make the team are utility man Donnie Murphy and infielder Scott Moore. Both players are hurt by the surplus of players that the Orioles have that makes playing time scarce for guys like Luke Scott and several others that will have to play at a high level to even get any playing time. The thing that seperates this years Orioles from those of years prior is that they actually have legitimate competition for playing time from players that are major league caliber and that is something that has not been seen here in a while.
The Orioles also have a few players who will be out of options next season and force the front office to make even more tough decisions. Brad Hennessey, Alfredo Simon, Brian Burres, and Matt Albers. Who nows all four of those players could end up makeing the squad this year less complicating things for next year, but probably 2-3 of those players will start the year at Tripple-A Norfolk.
All of the three players I mentioned at the begining they all could make the team. David Pauley, who was acquired in a trade for Randor Bierd, could be one of the three to crack the last two starting rotation spots and/or the long man spot in the bullpen. Here is the scouting report on Pauley " he mixes a very good sinker with a low 90s fastball with good movement, a good changeup, and a nice curveball. Has 5th starter potential at the MLB level. Pauley has demonstrated solid success against AAA competition for extended periods of time, but has yet to impress much at the big league level, although he hasn't been given much of an opportunity. Needs to improve his control somewhat. Gives up a lot of home runs. Good fielder with a strong pick-off move."
Hayden Penn who was once considered one of the top prospects has fallen well of the radar, but he could make a comeback this season. he would of had several oputunities last season but he got injured every time the O's wanted to call him up. Brian Bass has the most ML playing time out of the three and could be a decent reliever this season.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
2009 Bullpen
With the Starting lineup and the rotation out of the way it is time for my projected bullpen for this season.
Closer-George Sherril: Winner by default he is one of the few with experience as a closer and is not coming of an injury. He should have very fierce competition though so watch out for the possibility that he could lose the closers role.
8Th Inning Set Up Man-Chris Ray: It all depends on how well he comes back from being injured could contend for the closers role or could lose this spot to Jim Johnson
7Th Inning Set UP Man-Jim Johnson: Had a breakout year last year and should easily take this role as long as he performs like he is capable of.
Middle Relief-Jaime Walker: Should definitly be a part of the bullpen this year as long as he can get people out, which is something he struggle with last year.
Middle Relief-Dennis Sarfate: He did well in the bullpen last year but really struggled when he moved to the rotation should be a solid middle reliever
Long Man/Mop Up- Hayden Penn: He's out of options so he has to go some where and we will probably end up in the penn in the pen.
Other potentials for the final 1-2 bullpen slots:
John Parrish-The veteran could crack the rotation or not even make the team at all, we'll just have to wait and see.
David Pauley &Brad Hennesey-Both players are out of options so at least one should make the team this year.
Danyz Baez-Coming off injury and considering the way he played before some people would wish that he stayed injured. He could end up anywhere at this piont depending on how well he plays and how he's recovered.
Kam Mickolio-He had control problems in his debut last season but if he can turn that around there is no reason why he should not be on the team.
Rob Mckrory-Should be in triple-A this year at least to start it after his pultry performance last year.
Other notables include:
James Hoey
Jim Miller
Wilfredo Perez
Chorye Spoon
Alberto Castillo
Scott Chiasson
Ryan Keefer
Andy Mitchell
Ross Wolf
Freddy Deza
Alfredo Simon
Brian Bass
Brian Matusz
David Hernandez
Jake Arrieta
Chris Tillman
Closer-George Sherril: Winner by default he is one of the few with experience as a closer and is not coming of an injury. He should have very fierce competition though so watch out for the possibility that he could lose the closers role.
8Th Inning Set Up Man-Chris Ray: It all depends on how well he comes back from being injured could contend for the closers role or could lose this spot to Jim Johnson
7Th Inning Set UP Man-Jim Johnson: Had a breakout year last year and should easily take this role as long as he performs like he is capable of.
Middle Relief-Jaime Walker: Should definitly be a part of the bullpen this year as long as he can get people out, which is something he struggle with last year.
Middle Relief-Dennis Sarfate: He did well in the bullpen last year but really struggled when he moved to the rotation should be a solid middle reliever
Long Man/Mop Up- Hayden Penn: He's out of options so he has to go some where and we will probably end up in the penn in the pen.
Other potentials for the final 1-2 bullpen slots:
John Parrish-The veteran could crack the rotation or not even make the team at all, we'll just have to wait and see.
David Pauley &Brad Hennesey-Both players are out of options so at least one should make the team this year.
Danyz Baez-Coming off injury and considering the way he played before some people would wish that he stayed injured. He could end up anywhere at this piont depending on how well he plays and how he's recovered.
Kam Mickolio-He had control problems in his debut last season but if he can turn that around there is no reason why he should not be on the team.
Rob Mckrory-Should be in triple-A this year at least to start it after his pultry performance last year.
Other notables include:
James Hoey
Jim Miller
Wilfredo Perez
Chorye Spoon
Alberto Castillo
Scott Chiasson
Ryan Keefer
Andy Mitchell
Ross Wolf
Freddy Deza
Alfredo Simon
Brian Bass
Brian Matusz
David Hernandez
Jake Arrieta
Chris Tillman
Sunday, February 15, 2009
2009 Rotation
The Orioles a massive amount of arms coming to spring training and with all those pitchers they should be primed for some competition. Here is my starting rotation for this upcoming season:
1. Jeremy Guthrie-The only sure fire one to make the rotation
2. Koji Euhara-Experience pitching and money explaing why he is #2
3. Rich Hill-He's a lwo risk high reward guy that could turn out big for the O's this season
4.Chris Waters-Was not that bad last year compared to the rest of the staff and if he puts up a sub 5 ERA i'll be happy
5. Matt Albers-Pitched well before getting injured and should make the rotation out of spring training.
Pontetials:
Chorye Spoon
Hayden Penn
David Pauley
Troy Patton
Radhames Liz
Brad Hennessey
David Hernandez
Bradley Bergeson
Mark Hendrickson
1. Jeremy Guthrie-The only sure fire one to make the rotation
2. Koji Euhara-Experience pitching and money explaing why he is #2
3. Rich Hill-He's a lwo risk high reward guy that could turn out big for the O's this season
4.Chris Waters-Was not that bad last year compared to the rest of the staff and if he puts up a sub 5 ERA i'll be happy
5. Matt Albers-Pitched well before getting injured and should make the rotation out of spring training.
Pontetials:
Chorye Spoon
Hayden Penn
David Pauley
Troy Patton
Radhames Liz
Brad Hennessey
David Hernandez
Bradley Bergeson
Mark Hendrickson
Sunday, February 8, 2009
2009 Starting Line-up
With it being only 5 days till the pitchers and catchers start to report to spring training i thought it would be a good idea to create the 2009 lineup for the Orioles.
1.2B-Brian Roberts
2.CF-Adam Jones
3.RF-Nick Markakis
4.1B/DH-Aubrey Huff
5.DH/LF-Luke Scott
6.3B-Melvin Mora
7.SS-Cesar Izturis
8.RF-Felix Pie
9.C-Greg Zaun(till Weiters comes up)
Bench
1.Ty Wigginton-Can play OF/1B/3B
2.Ryan Freel-Can play almost anywhere
3.Quiros-Backup Catcher
4.Lou Montanez/Chris Gomes/Donnie Murphy
1.2B-Brian Roberts
2.CF-Adam Jones
3.RF-Nick Markakis
4.1B/DH-Aubrey Huff
5.DH/LF-Luke Scott
6.3B-Melvin Mora
7.SS-Cesar Izturis
8.RF-Felix Pie
9.C-Greg Zaun(till Weiters comes up)
Bench
1.Ty Wigginton-Can play OF/1B/3B
2.Ryan Freel-Can play almost anywhere
3.Quiros-Backup Catcher
4.Lou Montanez/Chris Gomes/Donnie Murphy
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