The Baltimore Orioles recent acquisition of outfielder Keon Broxton has caused a ripple effect throughout their minor league system.
To make room for Broxton on the 40-man roster starting pitcher Alex Cobb was transferred to the 60-day IL and reliever Yefry Ramirez was DFA’d.
However, in my opinion, the move with the most significant effect on the organization was the Baltimore Orioles decision to option outfielder Joey Rickard to Norfolk to open a spot on the 25-man roster.
Rickard had one option remaining so he was a logical choice to be moved, the question is why Norfolk and what does it mean for the Tides’ outfield?