The Baltimore Orioles are facing yet another setback in their pitching rotation as Kyle Bradish has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a sprained right UCL. Bradish, who left the previous night's game against Philadelphia with elbow discomfort, had previously dealt with the same injury earlier in the season. The severity of his current injury is still unknown.
Manager Brandon Hyde expressed the challenges of dealing with injuries, noting that the team has already lost key starters like John Means and Tyler Wells to season-ending injuries. Additionally, Dean Kremer is currently on the injured list with a triceps strain, further straining the team's pitching depth.
Despite the setbacks, the Orioles have managed to maintain a strong record, sitting 21 games over .500. The team has relied on pitchers like Corbin Burnes, Grayson Rodriguez, Cole Irvin, and Albert Suárez to step up in the absence of injured players.
With Bradish sidelined, the Orioles will have to adjust their rotation plans, especially with a busy schedule ahead. The team is wrapping up a grueling stretch of 17 games in 17 days and will face the AL East-leading Yankees in a crucial series after a single off day on Monday.
Hyde mentioned that a six-man rotation is unlikely in the near future, pending the return of Dean Kremer. For now, the team will stick with a five-man rotation and adjust as needed based on player availability.
The Orioles will continue to navigate through their pitching challenges as they aim to maintain their competitive edge in the tough AL East division.
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