Dean Kremer Lands on IL, Testing Orioles’ Pitching Depth
The Baltimore Orioles have placed right-handed pitcher Dean Kremer on the 15-day injured list due to a right triceps strain, retroactive to May 21, 2024. This injury sidelines Kremer at a crucial juncture, as the Orioles contend with other significant losses in their pitching rotation, including John Means, who is also on the IL with a forearm strain
Kremer, 28, has been a reliable arm for the Orioles this season, posting a 4.32 ERA and 49 strikeouts over 57 innings. His absence, expected to last until at least early June, creates a void in a rotation already struggling with injuries. Kremer’s scheduled start against the Chicago White Sox on May 24 will now be taken by a yet-to-be-determined replacement
This injury comes after Kremer’s strong finish in the 2023 season, where he posted a 2.89 ERA over his final ten starts, playing a pivotal role in Baltimore’s pursuit of the AL East title. His performance underscored his importance to the team, making his current absence even more impactful
The Orioles will need to leverage their bullpen and remaining starters to fill the gap left by Kremer and maintain their competitive performance. The team’s resilience will be tested as they navigate through these injuries in the hopes of sustaining their strong start to the season
