Baltimore Orioles Sign Hans Crouse to Minor League Contract
The Baltimore Orioles have bolstered their pitching depth by signing right-handed pitcher Hans Crouse to a minor league deal. Crouse, 27, has had limited major league experience but has demonstrated potential with a career record of 4-5, a 3.34 ERA, and 36 strikeouts over 32.1 innings in the big leagues. Originally drafted by the Texas Rangers in the second round of the 2017 MLB Draft, he spent several years in their organization before being traded to the Philadelphia Phillies in 2021. Crouse made his major league debut later that year but has primarily pitched in the minors since then. After a solid performance with the Triple-A Salt Lake Bees in 2024, where he recorded a 2.27 ERA and 59 strikeouts, he faced setbacks due to injury. The Orioles' acquisition of Crouse represents a low-risk opportunity for potential reward, as he possesses a strong fastball and strikeout capability, though consistency with control remains a concern.
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