When the Orioles traded for Tim Beckham last season, the thought process behind the move seemed pretty clear. Not only could the former number one overall pick step in for the injured and struggling J.J. Hardy at shortstop for the remainder of 2017, but as a player under team control through 2020, he also presented a serviceable option at the position going forward. But a poor campaign this year has cast doubt on where Beckham fits on this Orioles roster that is currently under construction.
It has been a difficult season for Beckham.