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O’s Grant Miguel Gonzalez Unconditional Release

Miguel Gonzalez throws a pitch in spring training.
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A bit of surprising news in Birdland this afternoon, as rather than option him to AAA (he had one remaining), stick him in the bullpen, or even let him try to work out his issues as a starter, the Orioles have reportedly handed Miguel Gonzalez his walking papers.

Gonzalez had been struggling mightily this spring, though he finally seemed to get on the right track last night, tossing five innings and allowing one run on seven hits while striking out four and not issuing a single walk.

On the other hand…

Gonzalez was a very reliable pitcher for the Orioles from 2012-14, posting 105.1, 171.1, and 159.0 IP those three seasons, respectively, with ERAs of 3.25, 3.78, and 3.23. The wheels fell off in 2015 though, as Gonzalez pitched to a 4.91 ERA (5.01 FIP) in 144.2 IP.

So why not just option him? They must really think he’s done, and they want to save some money.

The move leaves the Orioles with a rotation of Yovani Gallardo, Chris Tillman, Ubaldo Jimenez, an injured Kevin Gausman, and…? Tyler Wilson and/or Mike Wright, I suppose.

So long, Miggy. Thanks for everything.

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