Jackson Holliday to Start Season in AAA Despite Stellar Spring Performance

The Baltimore Orioles have decided to keep their top prospect, Jackson Holliday, in AAA Norfolk to begin the season, sparking discussions on service time manipulation and long-term team strategy.

Jackson Holliday, the Baltimore Orioles' top prospect, will not start the 2024 season in the major leagues despite an impressive spring training.
The decision has sparked debate over service time manipulation and the Orioles' long-term strategy, with some suggesting the move is designed to extend Holliday's contract with the team.
Holliday showcased significant improvement this spring, hitting over .300 with a .954 OPS and demonstrating solid defense at second base.
Orioles GM Mike Elias cited Holliday's need for more experience, particularly against left-handed pitching, as a reason for the reassignment to AAA.
Critics argue that keeping Holliday in the minors could impact the Orioles' performance in 2024, a year they aim to build on recent successes and compete for a championship.