Scranton/WB 4, Norfolk 12 – Box Score
- Josh Bell went 2 for 4 with a run, a home run, a double, 2 RBI and 2 strikeouts.
- Jake Arrieta pitched 5 innings and allowed 2 hits and 2 ER with 5 walks and 3 strikeouts.
Bowie 9, Harrisburg 0 – Box Score
- Ryan Adams went 1 for 3 with a run, a double, an RBI, a walk and a strikeout.
- Tyler Henson went 1 for 5 with a run, a home run and 2 RBI.
- Brandon Waring went 0 for 4 with a run, a walk and a strikeout.
- Pedro Florimon Jr. went 2 for 4 with a run, an RBI and a strikeout.
- Zach Britton pitched 5 innings and allowed 2 hits and no runs with no walks and 2 strikeouts. He left the game after being hit by a comebacker.
Winston-Salem 6, Frederick 7 – Box Score
- Xavier Avery went 1 for 4 with a run, a double, an RBI and 2 strikeouts.
- Kyle Hudson went 1 for 4 with a run.
- L.J. Hoes went 1 for 2 with an RBI, a walk and a run.
- Ronnie Welty went 0 for 3 with a run and a walk.
- Billy Rowell went 3 for 3 with 2 runs and a walk.
Savannah 12, Delmarva 4 – Box Score
- Tyler Kelly went 0 for 4 with a walk.
- Tyler Kolodny went 0 for 4 with a run and 3 strikeouts.
- Michael Ohlman went 0 for 3 with an RBI and a strikeout.
- Randy Henry pitched 3 innings and allowed 2 hits and 1 ER with no walks and 2 strikeouts.
- Brent Allar pitched 1 inning and allowed 1 hit and 3 runs (1 ER) with 1 walk and no strikeouts.
Game previews for tomorrow:
| Team | Opponent | Location | Time | Starter |
| Norfolk Tides | Off | |||
| Bowie Baysox | Harrisburg Senators | Away | 7:00 PM | Steve Johnson |
| Frederick Keys | Winston-Salem Dash | Home | 7:00 PM | Rick Zagone |
| Delmarva Shorebirds | Savannah Sand Gnats | Home | 7:05 PM | Ryan Berry |
Wanting to get your opinion on two things, Beato, he is pitching well out of the pen. Have you heard of his velocity returning in short stints? Secondly, Cooney is pitching very well, when do you think he will get promoted to Bowie? Do you think the O’s will get aggressive in promoting either of them?
Haven’t heard about his velocity yet, but I’d assume his fastball is back. Cooney could get a promotion soon, I was surprised when one of the players at ST told me Cooney was back at Frederick. I thought he’d start the season there. Cooney is on the older side for his league so I could see the O’s promoting him somewhat aggressively. They’ll probably be more cautious with Beato though.
By the way, I appreciate the comments. Feel free to ask as many questions as you’d like.
From each of the O’s minor league clubs, who would you say the three most impressive guys on each roster have been so far this season?
Norfolk: Jake Arrieta has been the most impressive so far, easily. He’s keeping walks down, striking guys out and it’s almost impossible to get a hit off of him right now. Tillman isn’t an official prospect but he’s slightly behind Arrieta. Snyder and Bell have been pretty disappointing so far, there isn’t really a third guy that his stood out for Norfolk. Both Erbe & Patton are struggling as well.
Bowie: Their entire bullpen has been outstanding, Pedro Beato, Chad Thall and Pat Egan have been dominant relievers. Britton hasn’t been great so far, but he’s had two excellent outings so far, so I’ll count him as impressive.
Frederick: L.J. Hoes has easily been the most impressive guy on this squad. He’s swinging the bat well and I believe he has 20 walks and 13 strikeouts, that’s phenomenal. Hoes is also the second youngest player in the entire league. Xavier Avery is the fifth youngest player in the league and he’s also been swinging the bat well, plus he has 7 steals. Billy Rowell has actually been quite impressive, I believe his OPS is around .900 right now.
Delmarva: Garabez Rosa is leading the O’s minor leaguers in doubles, and has showed signs of improved plate discipline. The front two guys in the rotation, Ryan Berry and Jake Cowan have been dominant. Cowan has some stuff to work on (control) but Berry is way too advanced for the league and should be pitching for Frederick very, very soon.