The Baltimore Orioles have struggled mightily this April. The Birds have an adjusted OPS of 84 and a FIP of 4.70, and it’s all added up to a painful 7-19 run to start the season.
But as underwhelming as they’ve been on the field, the Orioles’ poor record may have more to do with the players who are sidelined. At this writing, they have six players on the disabled list, three of whom are making over $8 million this year. The O’s have dug themselves a hole, but look at the roster and you’ll see a group that can still make a run at respectability — if they’re at full strength.