Baltimore Orioles

Anthony Santander went 1-for-4 with a home run and an RBI in the Orioles' 4-2 win over the Twins.

Fantasy Impact: His solo shot contributed to the team's victory, marking his fourth homer of the season. Despite the power display, Santander's overall performance this season has been underwhelming with a .203 batting average and 15 strikeouts through 17 games. His low BABIP of .196 suggests some bad luck, but the lack of consistent contact and minimal walks raise concerns.

Cedric Mullins II went 1-for-4 in the Orioles' 4-2 victory over the Twins, delivering a key home run along and two RBI.

Fantasy Impact: Despite striking out twice, Mullins' ability to provide impactful hits like today's walk off homer underscores his value in fantasy lineups, especially in categories like home runs and RBI. His season batting average sits at .259, with five home runs, 15 RBI, and three stolen bases this season. Fantasy managers should continue to view Mullins as a viable outfield option.

Gunnar Henderson went 2-for-4 in the Orioles' 4-2 victory over the Twins with a home run, one run scored, and one RBI.

Fantasy Impact: Henderson's performance, highlighted by his sixth homer of the season, continues to solidify his role as a key contributor in the Orioles' lineup. He holds a .288 batting average and his early power numbers are encouraging for fantasy managers, especially with six home runs and 15 RBI through just 18 games.

Albert Suarez allowed three hits and no earned runs over 5 2/3 innings pitched Friday. He tallied four strikeouts in a no-decision against the Twins.

Fantasy Impact: Suarez was called up from Triple-A Norfolk to take the spot in the rotation left by an injured Tyler Wells. With the Orioles waiting on the return of Wells, John Means, and Kyle Bradish, it is likely that Suarez should see at least one more turn in the rotation.

The Orioles designated David Banuelos for assignment. (Source: Dan Connolly on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: This was the corresponding move to Baltimore calling up Albert Suarez to start Wednesday's game. Banuelos will hit the waiver wire.

Grayson Rodriguez delivered a strong performance, allowing two earned runs on four hits and three walks while striking out six over six innings in Tuesday's 11-3 victory over the Twins.

Fantasy Impact: This outing continues a solid start to the season for Rodriguez, who now boasts a 2.63 ERA and a 1.17 WHIP through his first four starts. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (10.1 K/9) while keeping his walks relatively in check contributes positively to his fantasy value. His performance today, backed by a strong offensive support, only cements his status as a rising asset in fantasy leagues.

Ryan O'Hearn went 2-for-5 with a home run and two RBI in the Orioles' 11-3 victory over the Twins.

Fantasy Impact: O'Hearn is rolling right now. So far this, he's hitting .333 with a .452 wOBA, indicating his substantial impact at the plate. Fantasy managers should consider O'Hearn a viable option right now in deeper formats, as he continues to capitalize on his opportunities in the heart of the Orioles' lineup.

The Orioles placed Tyler Wells on the IL with right elbow inflammation. (Source: Orioles on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Wells has struggled this season through two starts, posting a 5.87 ERA and a 1.37 WHIP. This could be a big loss for the Orioles’ rotation though as they continue to wait on the return of John Means and Kyle Bradish.

James McCann is in the Orioles’ starting lineup Tuesday against Minnesota. (Source: Orioles on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: McCann will draw the start behind the plate and bat ninth Tuesday. The veteran is hitting .238 with two RBI in seven games this season.

Austin Hays is absent from the Orioles’ starting lineup Tuesday. (Source: Orioles on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Hays continues to struggle at the plate, hitting just .077 in 39 at-bats. Colton Cowser will start in left field and bat sixth Tuesday.

Ryan Mountcastle is not in the Orioles’ starting lineup Tuesday. (Source: Orioles on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Mountcastle will get a day of rest with the Twins sending right-hander Chris Paddack out for the start Tuesday. Ryan O’Hearn will play first base and third.

Cole Irvin turned in a mixed outing on Monday, allowing two earned runs on six hits while striking out four across 4.2 innings in a no-decision against the Twins.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the Orioles' 7-4 victory, Irvin's performance was a slight improvement given his rocky start to the season. His ERA slightly improves to 6.75 and his WHIP remains elevated. Fantasy managers should remain cautious, considering his performance trends and underlying metrics.

Craig Kimbrel delivered a flawless performance, securing his fourth save of the season as the Orioles topped the Twins 7-4.

Fantasy Impact: He threw 13 pitches over a clean inning, allowing no hits or walks while striking out two batters. This outing continues a stellar season for Kimbrel, who now boasts a 1.29 ERA and a 0.43 WHIP. His exceptional strikeout rate of 16.7 K/9 remains a huge asset for fantasy managers, especially in categories that reward strikeouts and saves. Despite a single blown save earlier in the season, his dominance in closing games should keep him as a top fantasy option among relievers.

Kyle Bradish (elbow) will make a rehab start with Double-A Bowie Tuesday. (Source: Danielle Allentuck on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Bradish will take the mound against live hitters for the first time Tuesday. Bradish did not pitch at all in spring training, so fantasy managers should expect him to have a lengthy rehab assignment.

Colton Cowser went 1-for-3 with a home run, walk and strikeout on Sunday against the Brewers.

Fantasy Impact: Cowser is now slashing .441/.474/.971 with four home runs this season. He is off to quite the start so far this year for the Orioles.

Corbin Burnes allowed three runs (two earned) on six hits across five innings with five strikeouts and two walks.

Fantasy Impact: Facing his former team, Burnes did not have his most efficient outing. He was still solid in the end, and is slated to face the Royals next.

Jackson Holliday returns to the lineup for the Baltimore Orioles against the Milwaukee Brewers Sunday. (Source: Baltimore Orioles on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Holliday is back after receiving Saturday’s contest off for manager Brandon Hyde, batting ninth and starting at second base against the Brewers Sunday.

Dean Kremer had a rough outing in Saturday's 11-5 loss to the Brewers.

Fantasy Impact: He allowed six earned runs on 10 hits and one walk while striking out three over four innings. This performance has certainly not helped his already middling season stats, allowing three or more runs in two of his three starts on the mound for the Orioles. The right-hander will look to turn his early-season struggles around as part of a Baltimore rotation that has left plenty to be desired so far this season for fantasy managers.

Adley Rutschman went 2-for-5 with a home run, an RBI, and a run scored in the Orioles' 11-5 loss to the Brewers.

Fantasy Impact: This performance marked Rutschman's first home run of the season, a much-needed boost for his power numbers, which had been lacking despite a decent .283 batting average through 13 games. The 26-year-old continues a steady stretch at the plate, recording multiple hits in five of 10 games so far this month for the Orioles. The slugger remains a reliable option in lineups that will likely recapture his power stroke and strong run production as the season progresses for invested fantasy managers.

In a thrilling victory against the Boston Red Sox, Jordan Westburg emerged as a key contributor for the Baltimore Orioles, showcasing his potential as a fantasy asset.

Fantasy Impact: Going 2-for-3 with a double, a home run, and three RBI, Westburg's performance was a bright spot in the Orioles' 7-5 win. This outing not only helped his team secure the win but also marked a significant improvement in his season statistics, raising his batting average to .235 and his wOBA to .339.