Orioles receive great injury news on All-Star closer with 67 saves
The Orioles may have a key piece of their bullpen back soon.
The Baltimore Orioles have received encouraging injury news regarding their All-Star closer, Felix Bautista. The 67-save specialist is set to begin a rehab assignment at Double-A Chesapeake, bringing potential relief to the team's pitching staff. Bautista, who underwent Tommy John Surgery in 2024 and missed the entire 2024 season due to a Tommy John Surgery, has made a strong return thus far.
During his first rehab game, Bautista retired five of the five batters he faced, allowing just one hit while walking three. According to Michael Howes of the Baltimore Sun, Bautista's fastball averaged 95.1 mph and hit 97 mph on one pitch. A year ago, Bautista's performances included 35 appearances, where he struck out an impressive 50 batters over 34.2 innings.
The Orioles will closely monitor Bautista's progress as he returns to Baltimore's bullpen. If he continues to perform at this level, the prospect of having the flamethrowing closer in the postseason would be a significant boost for the team.
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