Orioles GM Mike Elias: ‘Balancing Act’ To Develop Prospects, Help Major League Club

With a number of talented prospects at Triple-A, Orioles GM Mike Elias said the question of when to call players up has become a “balancing act” between making sure prospects are developing as everyday players while also bringing them up to help the big league team in spots.

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Orioles INF Prospect Jordan Westburg Focused On Not Falling Down This ‘Rabbit Hole’

Orioles prospect Jordan Westburg is off to a great start with Triple-A Norfolk, and he tries not to focus on his path to the big leagues with all the quality infielders in the organization. “I trust in my abilities,” Westburg said. “I’m going to continue to play the game hard.”

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Orioles OF Prospect Heston Kjerstad Got ‘Great Advice’ From This Veteran In Spring Training

Orioles prospect Heston Kjerstad is playing some of the best baseball of his life, but the former No. 2 overall pick is trying not to look too far ahead. “For me it’s just showing up every day and getting as good as I can and learning as much as I can,” Kjerstad said.

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Baysox Manager Kyle Moore: ‘Don’t Know If I’ve Seen Anything Like’ Orioles Farm System

Bowie manager Kyle Moore has seen a transformation in the Orioles during his 14 years with the organization. “We acquired an enormous amount of talent as far as players go in the minor leagues,” Moore said, “and I just don’t know that I’ve ever seen anything like this.”

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