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Orioles Option Top Prospect Coby Mayo to Triple-A Norfolk

Mayo's disappointment highlights the challenges of managing Baltimore's deep roster as the team prioritizes development over immediate major league opportunities.

Coby Mayo (R) #16 of the Baltimore Orioles celebrates with Jackson Holliday #7 after hitting a home run in the second inning against the Detroit Tigers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on September 20, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland.
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA - MARCH 2: Coby Mayo #16 of the Baltimore Orioles walks up to the batter's box in the second inning during a spring training game against the Philadelphia Phillies at BayCare Ballpark on March 2, 2025 in Clearwater, Florida.
Baltimore Orioles' Coby Mayo looks to the stands after a baseball game against the Cleveland Guardians in Cleveland, Friday, Aug. 2, 2024. (AP Photo/Phil Long)
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Overview

  • Coby Mayo, Baltimore's No. 2 prospect, was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk after struggling during spring training with a .190 batting average and .501 OPS.
  • Mayo expressed frustration with the decision, describing Triple-A as a 'lose-lose' situation given his prior dominance at that level with a .919 OPS over 151 games.
  • Samuel Basallo, the Orioles' top catching prospect, was reassigned to Minor League camp as expected, following an impressive spring showing with a .770 OPS in 16 games.
  • Orioles manager Brandon Hyde emphasized the need for Mayo to refine his strike zone awareness and defensive skills before securing a consistent major league role.
  • The Orioles face criticism for not addressing their surplus of position-player prospects through trades, which could alleviate roster logjams and bolster their pitching staff.