The Orioles’ best case scenario for 2022 had John Means, Grayson Rodriguez and D.L. Hall taking the ball every fifth day in July. Unfortunately for the Birds, none of those three are currently in Baltimore’s rotation.
Means and Rodriguez remain out of the picture with injuries, and Hall has yet to exhibit the control required to pitch at the major league level. Their absence has led to an interesting cast of characters.
The Orioles have miraculously managed to fill the holes better than anticipated. Jordan Lyles has strapped on his innings bib and gone to work, while Tyler Wells continues to put together a second impressive season in the big leagues.