Orioles, Gary Sánchez and Los Angeles Angels
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Yardbarker on MSNOrioles' Gary Sanchez aims to continue power surge vs. RaysWith key right-handed bats getting healthy, the Baltimore Orioles might be all right against left-handed pitching going forward. Mired in a miserable campaign after rising from the depths with three straight winning seasons,
The Orioles reinstated catcher Gary Sánchez from the 10-day IL on Sunday and optioned Maverick Handley to Triple-A Norfolk.
Gary Sánchez homered in his return, but if the Orioles think he can save their season, it’s already too late. Time to sell.
Right on cue, Gary Sánchez delivered. The Orioles’ struggles against left-handed pitching this season have been well-documented, so their recent influx of right-handed bats coming off the injured list are a welcome addition.
Gary Sánchez hit a grand slam — his second homer in as many days — and the Orioles pulled away late to beat the Angels, 11-2, and sweep the series.