Orioles 4-3 Win Over Rays: Game Notes and Recap

The following recap breaks down the latest spring training performances, spotlighting strong pitching outings and some new offensive sparks for the Orioles.

Trevor Rogers kicked things off with a standout debut. A handful of arms and hitters delivered eye-catching moments, including a go-ahead shot from first-round pick Vance Honeycutt.

This piece highlights the numbers and flashes that could shape the club’s development as they gear up for the season.

Pitching standouts from the day

Several pitchers impressed on the mound. Rogers led the way by attacking the strike zone and keeping hitters guessing.

The group showed command and velocity. It’s a promising sign for the club’s depth this spring.

Trevor Rogers: Two scoreless innings in spring debut

Rogers tossed two scoreless frames in his spring debut. He allowed one hit, walked nobody, and fanned three, throwing 24 of 34 pitches for strikes.

He’d already looked sharp in live batting practice. Rogers is the first Oriole this spring with three scoreless “ups.”

His fast tempo and aggressive style really stood out. Honestly, he looks ready to compete for a rotation spot right now.

Tyler Wells and Anthony Nunez flash tools

Tyler Wells showed off his changeup, using it to notch two strikeouts in the fifth inning. He worked ten pitches—seven for strikes—and put up a scoreless frame.

That pitch mix is starting to look like a real asset. Anthony Nunez kept rolling, retiring the side in order again.

He got a strikeout, a ground ball, and a liner to short. Nunez even touched 96.3 mph on his sinker, which could mean more velocity is coming as camp moves along.

Andrew Kittredge; Nestor German’s clean work

Andrew Kittredge left in the fourth after giving up a three-run homer to Jonny DeLuca. The sequence started with a leadoff walk, then a strikeout, and a Weston Wilson error.

It was a rough patch, but several arms still had productive days. Nestor German tossed 2 1/3 scoreless innings, allowed one hit, and struck out four.

He hit his pitch limit after 43 pitches (24 strikes). The staff’s discipline in managing workloads is clear, and it’s helping preserve their edge.

Jeisson Cabrera closes it out

Jeisson Cabrera finished off the game for the save. He walked two and struck out one.

Cabrera’s appearance adds another data point to the bullpen’s late-inning options. He’s showing a mix of control and readiness as spring moves on.

Offensive sparks and standout performances

The offense looked lively at camp, with a few players really driving the ball and making the most of their chances. Off-season tweaks, raw power, and contact skills all showed up, giving us a little preview of what this spring’s lineup could do.

• Tyler O’Neill started hot. He drew a walk, crushed a double at 107 mph, and added a single. He pointed to offseason work and better mechanics as the reason for his jump, and honestly, the club’s getting pretty excited about where he’s headed this spring.
• Taylor Ward and Weston Wilson both chipped in with a double and a walk. That kind of production from the middle and bottom of the order? It’s a good sign for lineup depth, and you can feel a little optimism about steady offense backing the pitching staff.
• Vance Honeycutt, the first-round pick, gave everyone a thrill with a 410-foot, 104.3 mph go-ahead homer in the seventh. That’s already his second home run this spring. After a rough stretch in High-A Aberdeen last year, this blast has to feel good—maybe he’s ready to make a real impact if the power sticks around.

Players are already shaping the story of who’s going to push for bench spots, bullpen roles, and rotation depth. The Orioles are mixing proven arms with hungry prospects, hoping to carve out a real advantage for the regular season.

 
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