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How the Franco Signing Furthers the Orioles’ Infield Crunch

Mar 5, 2021; Dunedin, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles outfielder Ryan Mountcastle (6) warms up before the start of the game against the Toronto Blue Jays during spring training at TD Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-USA TODAY Sports

The Orioles have some tough roster decisions to make before Opening Day

On Tuesday morning, the Baltimore Orioles officially announced their signing of Maikel Franco, making space on the 40-man roster by placing RHP Hunter Harvey on the 60-day IL with a left oblique strain. The signing gives Baltimore yet another infielder who will be in the market for an Opening Day roster spot, making the active roster for 2021 just a little more unclear.