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MASN: Three pending decisions for Orioles impacting roster and payroll


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#21 Mackus

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Posted 11 October 2024 - 05:36 PM

You think Urias is more versatile than Mateo defensively? Explain?

#22 BaltBird 24

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Posted 11 October 2024 - 05:39 PM

Urias is basically 3B, 2B, emergency 1B. Not even sure how much they trust him at 2B anymore. Definitely won't see him in the OF.

Mateo can probably handle any position except C.

#23 makoman

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Posted 11 October 2024 - 05:47 PM

Urias basically only plays 3rd and not all that well anymore. Mateo being SS capable plus 2B is way better. Agree Urias is a better hitter.

#24 mikezpen

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Posted 17 October 2024 - 09:32 AM

I have a man-crush on Mateo, always have. The guy's so talented, and if he could only find his bat, he'd be a near all star at short. Even now, he has spells where he crushes the ball. There's hitting talent buried there, someplace. 

 

I only wish they could keep him in that utility role being discussed here. However, he could start at short for some teams even with the weak bat, so I guess he'd benefit the O's more as trade bait if they can find the right move. Ideally, he'd go as part of a package to secure pitching. HOWEVER, I don't want him dumped for some second rate prospect.






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