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Adley Rutschman launched two home runs during Monday’s spring training workout, taking Grayson Rodriguez and Albert Suarez deep, The Baltimore Sun reports. The 27-year-old backstop struggled in the second half of 2024, slashing .207/.282/.303, but he appears rejuvenated heading into Orioles camp.
Fantasy Impact
After catching 100 games last season between the regular season and playoffs, Rutschman could see more rest days or DH appearances to stay fresh throughout 2025. With James McCann gone, the Orioles signed Gary Sánchez to a one-year, $8.5 million deal, which could provide Rutschman additional opportunities to lighten his workload behind the plate. Fantasy managers should still view him as one of the top catching options in all formats.
Adley Rutschman went 2-for-6 with a double and two RBI as the Orioles trounced the Twins 9-2.
Fantasy Impact
This performance, while solid, reflects his season-long trend of moderate batting with occasional bursts of productivity. Rutschman's current season batting average sits at .252, which, combined with his 79 RBI and 19 home runs, positions him as a reliable, if not spectacular, fantasy option. His wOBA of .310 indicates decent on-base productivity, though his fantasy managers might be left wanting more consistency in power hitting and run production. Moving forward, Rutschman remains a steady presence in fantasy lineups, especially valuable in formats that reward on-base percentage and RBI.
Adley Rutschman went 2-for-5 in the Orioles' 7-2 victory over the Twins.
Fantasy Impact
While he managed to score a run, his performance lacked extra-base hits or RBIs, contributing minimally to the offensive onslaught. Rutschman's season has been a mixed bag, with a modest .251 average and 19 homers over 146 games. His wOBA of .310 suggests average production, but his lack of impactful hits in this game underscores a potential concern for fantasy managers relying on him for significant offensive output. Moving forward, Rutschman's value remains as a steady, if not spectacular, option behind the plate, with his ability to contribute across several categories, albeit inconsistently.
Adley Rutschman returns to the lineup for the Baltimore Orioles against the New York Yankees Thursday.
Fantasy Impact
Rutschman is back after taking a seat on the bench for rest reasons Wednesday night, occupying the designated hitter spot and batting fifth against the Yankees for manager Brandon Hyde Thursday.
Adley Rutschman is missing from the lineup for the Baltimore Orioles against the New York Yankees Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
Rutschman will take a seat on the bench for rest reasons, with James McCann batting ninth and filling in behind the plate at catcher for manager Brandon Hyde against the Yankees Wednesday.