Post by Commissioner Erick on Jun 10, 2023 17:14:21 GMT -5
Baltimore Orioles (71-47) @ New York Yankees (54-65)
BAL: Sergio Arellano (7-6, 5.62)
NYY: Tommy Stanfield (5-9, 6.43)
Orioles 3 Key Stats
.277: Baltimore’s batting average: Baltimore leads the AL in average, the main key to the team’s success. With a league leading average and the third best baserunning, Baltimore gets guys on base and moves them around. The outfield of Wessel Russchen and David Bollman have led the Orioles. Russchen is batting .322 and Bollman is hitting .321, good for third and fourth in the league. Each has power as well, with Russchen clubbing 25 homers and Bollman knocking 21. The Yankees will need to find a way to slow the duo down if they want to take the game.
5.62: Sergio Arellano’s ERA: Arellano has struggled after a great 2029. His 5.62 mark is nearly two runs higher than his 2029 ERA, and his WAR is currently sub-replacement level. The big difference is in the home run rate. Arellano didn’t allow a homer in his WBC outings this offseason and allowed just 17 in 170.1 innings last year. He already has given up 20 this year in 113.2 innings. He needs to find a way to keep the ball in the park to have better success.
3.06: Baltimore’s bullpen ERA: The Orioles have the best bullpen ERA in the AL so New York will need to do its damage off Arellano. The seven main relievers all have an ERA of 4.36 or under, with six posting a 3.24 mark or fewer. Luis Ortiz continues to settle in as a terrific young Closer. He has 27 saves and a 3.24 ERA, blowing only three save opportunities so far. Steve Robertson has been excellent in setup with a 1.91 ERA. Circus Dusing continues to be one of the league’s stellar relievers. He has a 2.80 ERA with 68 strikeouts versus nine walks in 54.2 innings. It’s a hell of a bullpen, meaning New York needs to be ahead late.
Yankees 3 Key Stats
17: Wins in 25 July games: New York had a huge July, finally playing up to potential for a good chunk of time. The club has only gone 4-6 in August, but that’s respectable considering their opponents this month have exclusively been the Orioles, Blue Jays, and Red Sox—the top three teams in the division with seven games on the road. The Yankees continue a brutal stretch of games this month, but the improved play yields hope that the team can be competitive. With the team already up against budget for next year, this is a huge stretch to examine just how competitive the club will be next year.
.340: Brandon Boissiere’s average: New York traded for Boissiere earlier this year and he’s been a revelation for the club. The Left Fielder’s .340 average is quite robust, and a healthy walk rate has him getting on base at a .415 clip. Boissiere’s used his speed well, with a number of infield hits to date and he’s stolen five bases in six attempts. After a .659 OPS last year with Colorado left him with -0.5 WAR, he’s already been worth 1.0 this year in only 106 Plate Appearances.
10: Home Runs since July for Angelo Santiago: Santiago was very young when he debuted and he made slow, but steady development his first three years in the league. He finally took a leap earlier this year as his defense made strides, he drew more walks, and he was hitting for a solid average. The last two six weeks, the power has arrived. His home run total since July 1 alone would tie a career high. With his production earlier in the year, it gives him 15 total. He’s doing it with a career high .302 average, and a solid amount of doubles as well, 20 so far. He’s settled in defensively and has a positive zone rating in Center Field for the first time as well. No longer a potential plus starter, Santiago is now a very good starting Center Fielder, and one with All-Star upside as soon as next year.
Questions for the GMs:
For Dan Wagner, you took over the Orioles midway through the year. What have you tried to do to ensure the Orioles remain as competitive as possible this year?
Wilkerman Garcia is banged up with a strained back. Will he play through it, move to the bench, or go to the IL?
Luis Castaneda has been relatively productive, but you have him on the bench. What hasn’t he done to show he’s a starting player for you?
For Terry Kift, Omer de Vos’ injury has healed. Will he be back in the lineup or will you give him a rehab assignment?
Brandon Boissiere has played so well for you. What did you see in him when you acquired him?
You moved Luis Villareal out of the Closer spot this year. He’s pitched well though, as has new closer Ryan DiSibio. Why did you opt for DiSibio over Villareal?
TRIVIA: Brandon Boissiere led the Pacific Coast League’s Pacific Conference in batting in 2024, but never was a PBA All Star. Who are the only two players to lead the PCL’s Pacific Conference in batting and also earn a PBA All Star nod (note: 2022 leader Daniel Montano has earned two All Star nods in the Meridian League).
BAL: Sergio Arellano (7-6, 5.62)
NYY: Tommy Stanfield (5-9, 6.43)
Orioles 3 Key Stats
.277: Baltimore’s batting average: Baltimore leads the AL in average, the main key to the team’s success. With a league leading average and the third best baserunning, Baltimore gets guys on base and moves them around. The outfield of Wessel Russchen and David Bollman have led the Orioles. Russchen is batting .322 and Bollman is hitting .321, good for third and fourth in the league. Each has power as well, with Russchen clubbing 25 homers and Bollman knocking 21. The Yankees will need to find a way to slow the duo down if they want to take the game.
5.62: Sergio Arellano’s ERA: Arellano has struggled after a great 2029. His 5.62 mark is nearly two runs higher than his 2029 ERA, and his WAR is currently sub-replacement level. The big difference is in the home run rate. Arellano didn’t allow a homer in his WBC outings this offseason and allowed just 17 in 170.1 innings last year. He already has given up 20 this year in 113.2 innings. He needs to find a way to keep the ball in the park to have better success.
3.06: Baltimore’s bullpen ERA: The Orioles have the best bullpen ERA in the AL so New York will need to do its damage off Arellano. The seven main relievers all have an ERA of 4.36 or under, with six posting a 3.24 mark or fewer. Luis Ortiz continues to settle in as a terrific young Closer. He has 27 saves and a 3.24 ERA, blowing only three save opportunities so far. Steve Robertson has been excellent in setup with a 1.91 ERA. Circus Dusing continues to be one of the league’s stellar relievers. He has a 2.80 ERA with 68 strikeouts versus nine walks in 54.2 innings. It’s a hell of a bullpen, meaning New York needs to be ahead late.
Yankees 3 Key Stats
17: Wins in 25 July games: New York had a huge July, finally playing up to potential for a good chunk of time. The club has only gone 4-6 in August, but that’s respectable considering their opponents this month have exclusively been the Orioles, Blue Jays, and Red Sox—the top three teams in the division with seven games on the road. The Yankees continue a brutal stretch of games this month, but the improved play yields hope that the team can be competitive. With the team already up against budget for next year, this is a huge stretch to examine just how competitive the club will be next year.
.340: Brandon Boissiere’s average: New York traded for Boissiere earlier this year and he’s been a revelation for the club. The Left Fielder’s .340 average is quite robust, and a healthy walk rate has him getting on base at a .415 clip. Boissiere’s used his speed well, with a number of infield hits to date and he’s stolen five bases in six attempts. After a .659 OPS last year with Colorado left him with -0.5 WAR, he’s already been worth 1.0 this year in only 106 Plate Appearances.
10: Home Runs since July for Angelo Santiago: Santiago was very young when he debuted and he made slow, but steady development his first three years in the league. He finally took a leap earlier this year as his defense made strides, he drew more walks, and he was hitting for a solid average. The last two six weeks, the power has arrived. His home run total since July 1 alone would tie a career high. With his production earlier in the year, it gives him 15 total. He’s doing it with a career high .302 average, and a solid amount of doubles as well, 20 so far. He’s settled in defensively and has a positive zone rating in Center Field for the first time as well. No longer a potential plus starter, Santiago is now a very good starting Center Fielder, and one with All-Star upside as soon as next year.
Questions for the GMs:
For Dan Wagner, you took over the Orioles midway through the year. What have you tried to do to ensure the Orioles remain as competitive as possible this year?
Wilkerman Garcia is banged up with a strained back. Will he play through it, move to the bench, or go to the IL?
Luis Castaneda has been relatively productive, but you have him on the bench. What hasn’t he done to show he’s a starting player for you?
For Terry Kift, Omer de Vos’ injury has healed. Will he be back in the lineup or will you give him a rehab assignment?
Brandon Boissiere has played so well for you. What did you see in him when you acquired him?
You moved Luis Villareal out of the Closer spot this year. He’s pitched well though, as has new closer Ryan DiSibio. Why did you opt for DiSibio over Villareal?
TRIVIA: Brandon Boissiere led the Pacific Coast League’s Pacific Conference in batting in 2024, but never was a PBA All Star. Who are the only two players to lead the PCL’s Pacific Conference in batting and also earn a PBA All Star nod (note: 2022 leader Daniel Montano has earned two All Star nods in the Meridian League).
