Two sources said the Orioles offered Burnes a four-year, $180 million contract. The average annual value of that contract ($45 million) surpasses the $210-million, six-year deal ($35 million) Burnes agreed to with Arizona.
The Orioles’ propensity for platoon matchups is well documented. At times, such as Sunday, it leads to frustration from a fan base hoping this season will lead to greater results.
Crochet, in his first appearance since signing his contract extension with the Boston Red Sox, will leave Hyde with more bad memories of watching Crochet at his best
“These first five games, he’s playing really, really good baseball and taking great at-bats,” manager Brandon Hyde said. “Our best baseball has always been when Ced’s going.”
“I think it’s pretty good business right there, right? Where you hit the ball, put some more mass in the sweet spot,” Orioles hitting coach Cody Asche said.