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MAIKEL FRANCO
#7 - THIRD BASEMAN - WASHINGTON NATIONALS
#7 - THIRD BASEMAN - WASHINGTON NATIONALS
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McClanahan solid, Zunino homers as Rays beat Orioles 6-3
Shane McClanahan won his fifth consecutive start, Mike Zunino hit a three-run homer and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-3
AUGUST 28, 2021
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Associated Press
Dan Connolly: The Orioles announced 3B Maikel Franco cleared... - The Athletic
The Orioles announced 3B Maikel Franco cleared waivers and was granted his release Friday. Franco, who turned 29 on Thursday, was DFA’d earl...
AUGUST 27, 2021
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THEATHLETIC.COM
Released by Orioles
Franco was released by the Orioles on Friday, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.
Impact
Franco passed through waivers unclaimed after getting designated for assignment Monday, which suggests he'll be stuck searching for a minor-league deal on the open market. As a below-average defender at third base who owns a 65 wRC+ this season and an 88 wRC+ for his career, his lack of appeal is unsurprising.
AUGUST 27, 2021
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ROTOWIRE
Designated for assignment
Franco was designated for assignment by the Orioles on Monday, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.
Impact
Franco was coming off a season in which he posted a respectable 106 wRC+ for the Royals, so there was reason to believe he'd be a decent option this year following his move to hitter-friendly Camden Yards. That hasn't been the case, as his .210/.253/.355 slash line was good for a wRC+ of just 65. He's now been below replacement level in three of the past five seasons, per FanGraphs, so his time as a regular starter could be coming to an end. Kelvin Gutierrez was recalled in a corresponding move and should see time at the hot corner down the stretch.
AUGUST 23, 2021
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ROTOWIRE
Sitting in series finale
Franco is out of the lineup for Sunday's game versus Atlanta.
Impact
Franco will take a seat for the third time in seven games as the Orioles continue to transition him into more of a part-time role while he maintains an underwhelming .506 OPS in 26 games. With Franco taking a seat, Ramon Urias shifts over to third base, opening up starts in the middle infield for Jorge Mateo and Richie Martin.
AUGUST 22, 2021
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ROTOWIRE
Takes seat Thursday
Franco isn't starting Thursday's game against the Rays, Nathan Ruiz of The Baltimore Sun reports.
Impact
Franco snapped an 0-for-10 slump Wednesday when he went 2-for-4 with a double and a strikeout. However, he'll get a breather in Thursday's series finale, as Ramon Urias shifts to third base while Richie Martin starts at shortstop.
AUGUST 19, 2021
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ROTOWIRE
Not in Monday's lineup
Franco isn't starting Monday's game against the Rays, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.
Impact
Franco will attempt to reset during Monday's series opener after he went 0-for-7 with a walk across the last two games. Ramon Urias will shift to the hot corner while Richie Martin starts at shortstop.
AUGUST 16, 2021
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ROTOWIRE
Retreats to bench
Franco is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Tigers.
Impact
After being activated from the injured list July 23, Franco proceeded to start in each of the Orioles' last 16 games, going 11-for-56 (.196 average) with two home runs, five RBI and four runs. Despite his underwhelming production of late, Franco doesn't face an obvious threat to usurp him atop the depth chart. Ramon Urias will spell Franco on Wednesday in what amounts to a rest day for the 28-year-old.
AUGUST 11, 2021
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ROTOWIRE
Elusive kitten, Orioles hittin' in 7-1 romp over Yankees
In a game delayed for several minutes while a bevy of groundskeepers tried to corral a scaredy cat in the outfield, the Baltimore Orioles hit four solo homers off Yankees newcomer...
AUGUST 3, 2021
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Associated Press
Elusive kitten, Orioles hittin' in 7-1 romp over Yankees
In a game delayed for several minutes while a bevy of groundskeepers tried to corral a scaredy cat in the outfield, the Baltimore Orioles hit four solo homers off Yankees newcomer...
AUGUST 3, 2021
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Associated Press
Lopez, Orioles to face Heaney, Yankees
The Orioles will start Jorge Lopez on Monday while the Yankees are expected to counter with Andrew Heaney
AUGUST 2, 2021
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Associated Press
Connects on 11th homer
Franco went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and an additional RBI on Saturday in the Orioles' 5-2 win over the Tigers.
Impact
Franco's fifth-inning blast off Matt Manning was his 11th of the season and helped break a 1-1 tie. The 28-year-old continues to hold down an everyday role for Baltimore, but his .215/.263/.377 slash line on the season could lead the Orioles to explore an upgrade at third base this offseason.
AUGUST 1, 2021
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ROTOWIRE
Alexander expected to start as Tigers host the Orioles
The Orioles will start Spenser Watkins on Sunday while the Tigers are expected to counter with Tyler Alexander
AUGUST 1, 2021
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Associated Press
Means, Franco lead Orioles to 5-2 win over Tigers
John Means struck out six in six strong innings, Maikel Franco homered and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Detroit Tigers 5-2
AUGUST 1, 2021
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Associated Press
Orioles use 9th-inning walk to beat depleted Marlins 8-7
Ryan McKenna drew a bases-loaded walk from Steven Okert to force in the winning run in the bottom of the ninth inning, and the Baltimore Orioles got home runs from Trey Mancini and...
JULY 29, 2021
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Associated Press
Swats 10th homer
Franco went 1-for-3 with a solo homer and two runs in Sunday's 5-4 win over the Nationals.
Impact
Franco had gone 0-for-5 with an RBI in his first two games since he was reinstated from the injured list, but he recorded his 10th home run of the season in the second inning Sunday. Since the start of June, the 28-year-old has hit .257 with five home runs, 18 RBI and 14 runs across 30 games.
JULY 26, 2021
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ROTOWIRE
Orioles complete three-game sweep of Nationals with 5-4 win
Ryan McKenna scored on a grounder by Ramon UrĂas for the winning run as the Baltimore Orioles completed a three-game sweep of the Washington Nationals with a 5-4 victory
JULY 25, 2021
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Associated Press
Matt Harvey impressive again, Orioles beat Nationals 5-3
Matt Harvey allowed one hit in six scoreless innings in another outstanding performance and the Baltimore Orioles held on to beat the fading Washington Nationals 5-3
JULY 25, 2021
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Associated Press
Valaika homers twice to lead Orioles past Nationals 6-1
Pat Valaika homered twice to double his total for the season, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Washington Nationals 6-1 for just their second victory in their last 11 home games
JULY 24, 2021
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Associated Press
Reinstated, starting Friday
Franco (ankle) was activated from the 10-day injured list and is in the lineup Friday against the Nationals, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.
Impact
Franco appeared in one rehab game in the Florida Complex League, clearing the way for his return to the majors. The 28-year-old is hitting .221/.265/.376 with nine home runs, 18 doubles, 42 RBI and 27 runs in 77 games this season.
JULY 23, 2021
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ROTOWIRE
Lopez expected to start as Baltimore hosts Washington
The Orioles will roll out Jorge Lopez to the mound Friday and the Nationals will give Patrick Corbin the start
JULY 23, 2021
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Associated Press
Wacha expected to start as Tampa Bay hosts Baltimore
The Rays will send Michael Wacha to the mound Wednesday and the Orioles plan to give Keegan Akin the start
JULY 21, 2021
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Associated Press
Tampa Bay slugs 2 HRs, spoils return of Orioles' Means 9-3
Francisco MejĂa had a homer and five RBIs, Randy Arozarena also homered and the Tampa Bay Rays spoiled John Means’ return from a left shoulder strain, beating the Baltimore Orioles...
JULY 21, 2021
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Associated Press
Begins rehab assignment
Franco (ankle) began a rehab assignment with the Orioles' Florida Complex League team Tuesday, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.
Impact
Franco has been out for two weeks with a sprained right ankle. Given the relatively brief nature of his absence, he probably doesn't need to play in too many rehab games before he's considered good to go, though the Orioles have yet to announce his target return date.
JULY 20, 2021
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ROTOWIRE
Means scheduled to start for Baltimore against Tampa Bay
The Rays will roll out Shane McClanahan to the mound Tuesday and the Orioles will give John Means the start
JULY 20, 2021
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Associated Press
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