The Orioles are currently in 2nd place in the AL East which I really don't care too much about since we all know they will finish last. But, for once I am excited about a couple young players that are showing their potential right now.
Nick Markakis- This is the first time he is starting off hot and there is no reason to believe this will not continue throughout the season. He needs to work on his power and he strikes out too much. But still this is the year he makes the leap to All-Star. I think he'll finish around .310/28 HR's/ 115 RBI's
Adam Jones-Good game tonight hopefully will get him rolling. The games I've watched this year(a lot more than I expected) he has shown signs of stardom. He has amazing speed and has a good power stroke. Hopefully by the end of the year he is hitting #2 where I think he will flourish. I expect he'll finish around .275/15 HR's/ 70 RBI's. Not bad for a rookie campaign.
Both these guys have great arms as well. Also, Aubrey Huff is on a power tear(try not to giggle) which started last August. By the way Bedard has no stats this season. Now if any of our starters could manage a quality start.
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The intersting thing about Markakis' numbers is that he does strike out a lot but he also has a good number walks and a solid OBP. The thing about Jones is his youth, only 22. The fact that he is productive at this point is a good sign. I wonder if Huff will be on this team come July 1.
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