Fansided · Feb 27
Samuel Basallo's injury led Orioles fans down a dark spring training path
Sep 10, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo (29) looks on during the fourth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images | Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn ImagesBaltimore Orioles fans saw how quickly an outlook could change during Thursday's spring training game against the Detroit Tigers. Samuel Basallo, getting some work in behind the plate, was removed from the game after suffering an apparent injury during a play at the plate.
Fresh off handing Basallo an eight-year extension at the end of last season, the idea of him starting the 2026 season on the injured list was a scary thought.