Felix Bautista gives an update on when he might return for the Baltimore Orioles, given that he is expected to miss the full 2024 season.
The Baltimore Orioles were struck a harsh reality when their great closer, Felix Bautista, had an elbow injury. It’s never easy when a star player gets hurt.
The 28-year-old’s season ended abruptly while he was turning in one of the finest relief outings in MLB history.
In 61 innings pitched, he recorded an 8-2 record with a 1.48 ERA and 110 strikeouts.
Despite the fact that he hadn’t pitched since August because of an ailment that needed to be repaired with Tommy John surgery, his performance was sufficient to win him American League Reliever of the Year.
For the duration of the next season, the Orioles will now need to function without their star player.
In 61 innings pitched, he recorded an 8-2 record with a 1.48 ERA and 110 strikeouts.
Despite the fact that he hadn’t pitched since August because of an ailment that needed to be repaired with Tommy John surgery, his performance was sufficient to win him American League Reliever of the Year.
For the duration of the next season, the Orioles will now need to function without their star player.
Although Craig Kimbrel was signed in the offseason to alleviate that burden, there’s no denying that this team becomes even more formidable when Bautista returns to the lineup.
When will Baltimore be able to get its elite closer back?
He gave reporters an update on his rehabilitation process.
“Recovery is proceeding smoothly. Just making an effort to remain concentrated and do my best