#1
#1 out of 1
sports23h ago
Orioles' Roster Hopeful Suffers Tough Injury Blow
- Luis Vázquez suffered a broken right thumb and will miss the Opening Day start for the Orioles.
- Manager Craig Albernaz disclosed the injury ahead of Opening Day as Baltimore names a final roster spot.
- Vázquez’s absence compounds injuries to Jackson Holliday and Jordan Westburg, who start the season on the injured list.
- Vázquez was acquired from the Cubs in January 2025 and cleared waivers before a Triple-A assignment.
- Vázquez’s major league debut included a home run but he slashed .160/.208/.240 in 33 games.
- The Orioles consider Jackson as a familiar and productive option for the final roster spot.
- Bryan Ramos and Weston Wilson are contenders for the final roster spot following Vázquez’s injury.
- Jeremiah Jackson has Major League experience and posted strong numbers in 48 games last season.
- The Opening Day matchup is set against the Minnesota Twins after the roster decisions.
- Vázquez had been outrighted to Triple-A Norfolk Tides after clearing waivers in 2025.
- The article references a loaded 2026 spring with ongoing evaluation of infield depth.
Vote 0