A couple of unusual September call ups

[FlipTheBird]

4 hours ago, Aristotelian said:

Honestly I don't know how it's possible we haven't seen Rosa at some point. Is he really worse than Vielma, Sardinas, Valera, Navarro, etc?

Any chance we see Akin for a cup of coffee?

Rosa's stick is more or less on par with those guys and the last couple of years he's lost his position flexibility. He's just filler.

[sportsfan8703]

11 hours ago, Legend_Of_Joey said:

On September 1st, rosters expand for all MLB clubs to 40 players. Somehow, the Orioles are still considered an MLB club and fall under that rule.

Since this is a "lost season" anyway, why not call up some players that may not normally come up? See what they can do and, in some cases, give them a "thank you."

Here are a few players that could fit that:

Audrey Perez: The new version of Francisco Pena, Perez has been in the organization for a while. When Caleb got hurt a few seasons ago, Perez had a chance at being called up. However, Perez suffered a knee injury the day before and that led to Pena getting the call. If Caleb is traded on a waiver claim, as some people want him to be, the Orioles will most likely want a 3rd catcher with Sisco and Wynns. Susac is out for the season, Cervenka isn't ready, and Araiza isn't coming near the MLB.

Mike Yastrzemski: Believe it or not, at one time, "Little Yaz" was actually a high prospect for the Orioles. But after some slumping in Norfolk and injuries (along with some "where the hell did they come from!?" for Hays, Mullins, and McKenna,) the shine on Yaz kind of wore off. However, he has been consistent and putting up a good year in Norfolk. If Gentry is moved at the waiver deadline, Yaz could come up as a late inning runner and/or defensive replacement. He can play all 3 outfield spots too.

Drew Dosch: "Oh god, not him again!" Yeah, well...If Nunez gets a shot at 3rd, you might as well see what you have with Dosch too. Neither are going to win Gold Gloves, but might as well see what both can do in the MLB.

Garabez Rosa: "Mr. Baysox" before he was kicked up to Norfolk this year, Rosa has been in the system a LONG time. He even broke all of Caleb's records in Bowie. He can play in most spots, though none are "great." He has quick hands and can adjust with the bat, but this would mainly be his "gold watch" for sticking around. You might not get a chance to do this again moving forward.

This is it as far as position players. There could be a few pitchers to add to this list, but most of them have already been up (Fry, Meisinger) or should be up (Means). The only one that could stand out is Eddie Gamboa, but he has battled injuries this season.

I know, I know, none of these are "move the needle" moves. But there should be roster space (and can be roster space with a few moves on the 40 (Susac, Vielma recalled and moved to 60 day DL)) and none of these guys will be missed if claimed as DFA people right after. None will take away playing time from the newbies. If nothing else, they might make a memory or two.

I don’t disagree with these. It would be a good way to reward these guys for being good organizational players. Plus Norfolk is in a playoff battle. Let the young guys play everyday down there and try and win something. 

Is it really a big difference calling the prospects up on 9/1 vs 9/15 if Norfolk makes the playoffs?  There will be a ton of ST ABs to go around next year as well. 

[Tony-OH]

14 hours ago, Legend_Of_Joey said:

On September 1st, rosters expand for all MLB clubs to 40 players. Somehow, the Orioles are still considered an MLB club and fall under that rule.

Since this is a "lost season" anyway, why not call up some players that may not normally come up? See what they can do and, in some cases, give them a "thank you."

Here are a few players that could fit that:

Audrey Perez: The new version of Francisco Pena, Perez has been in the organization for a while. When Caleb got hurt a few seasons ago, Perez had a chance at being called up. However, Perez suffered a knee injury the day before and that led to Pena getting the call. If Caleb is traded on a waiver claim, as some people want him to be, the Orioles will most likely want a 3rd catcher with Sisco and Wynns. Susac is out for the season, Cervenka isn't ready, and Araiza isn't coming near the MLB.

Mike Yastrzemski: Believe it or not, at one time, "Little Yaz" was actually a high prospect for the Orioles. But after some slumping in Norfolk and injuries (along with some "where the hell did they come from!?" for Hays, Mullins, and McKenna,) the shine on Yaz kind of wore off. However, he has been consistent and putting up a good year in Norfolk. If Gentry is moved at the waiver deadline, Yaz could come up as a late inning runner and/or defensive replacement. He can play all 3 outfield spots too.

Drew Dosch: "Oh god, not him again!" Yeah, well...If Nunez gets a shot at 3rd, you might as well see what you have with Dosch too. Neither are going to win Gold Gloves, but might as well see what both can do in the MLB.

Garabez Rosa: "Mr. Baysox" before he was kicked up to Norfolk this year, Rosa has been in the system a LONG time. He even broke all of Caleb's records in Bowie. He can play in most spots, though none are "great." He has quick hands and can adjust with the bat, but this would mainly be his "gold watch" for sticking around. You might not get a chance to do this again moving forward.

This is it as far as position players. There could be a few pitchers to add to this list, but most of them have already been up (Fry, Meisinger) or should be up (Means). The only one that could stand out is Eddie Gamboa, but he has battled injuries this season.

I know, I know, none of these are "move the needle" moves. But there should be roster space (and can be roster space with a few moves on the 40 (Susac, Vielma recalled and moved to 60 day DL)) and none of these guys will be missed if claimed as DFA people right after. None will take away playing time from the newbies. If nothing else, they might make a memory or two.

I would love to see them give Rosa a shot in September. He's been a real soldier for the organization and I'd love to see them reward him with a cup of coffee in the big leagues.

As for your other guys, ehhh. None are more than up/down guys. Perez will have a hard time getting the call because the Orioles will promote Sisco and it's doubtful they will carry 4 catchers.

Yaz is a nice little minor league player, but he was never really considered a top prospect. Would he be the worse 5th outfielder in the world, no, but without speed of power or really the ability to play CF, his value is very limited at the major league level.

Dosch is your boy, but a 1B/3B that has below average power and is putting up a .751 OPS and striking out a ton is not going to open many eyes for a chance. 

I love those "give a guy a cup of coffee" stories, but I think you have a better chance of seeing Mullins, Sisco and DJ Stewart before you will see those other guys. 

[Legend_Of_Joey]

1 hour ago, Tony-OH said:

I would love to see them give Rosa a shot in September. He's been a real soldier for the organization and I'd love to see them reward him with a cup of coffee in the big leagues.

As for your other guys, ehhh. None are more than up/down guys. Perez will have a hard time getting the call because the Orioles will promote Sisco and it's doubtful they will carry 4 catchers.

Yaz is a nice little minor league player, but he was never really considered a top prospect. Would he be the worse 5th outfielder in the world, no, but without speed of power or really the ability to play CF, his value is very limited at the major league level.

Dosch is your boy, but a 1B/3B that has below average power and is putting up a .751 OPS and striking out a ton is not going to open many eyes for a chance. 

I love those "give a guy a cup of coffee" stories, but I think you have a better chance of seeing Mullins, Sisco and DJ Stewart before you will see those other guys. 

Perez and Yaz are only mentioned as the "if the Orioles trade Joseph and Gentry" call ups.

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This thread just made me remember Oscar Salazar. And then that we were actually able to spin him in a trade. CLA MEREDITH.