The Orioles don’t have the minor-league talent that grabs the attention of the national media, but there’s plenty to track on a nightly basis for Buck Showalter and the major-league staff. And while the organization might be a bit more rich in the hitting department, promising pitching is available at every affiliate in 2017.
Here’s a look at each minor-league squad, focusing on the pitching performances that’ve been put on down on the farm.
First, how about a little love for Jimmy Yacabonis? After succeeding nicely out of the bullpen in Bowie last year, the 25-year-old right-hander is performing well yet again for the Tides.