Orioles Interim Manager Tony Mansolino Highlights Ramón Urías’ Resilience

Baltimore, MD — Orioles interim manager Tony Mansolino showcased his passion for the game during a recent media session, particularly when discussing third baseman Ramón Urías. After stepping in for former manager Brandon Hyde, Mansolino emphasized Urías’ impressive performance and his inspiring backstory.

Urías has been a key player for the Orioles, making the most of his opportunities. Most recently, he hit a two-run homer and made several remarkable defensive plays in a game against the Detroit Tigers. Despite a recent downturn with an 0-for-3 performance, Urías had made substantial contributions with eight hits in 26 at-bats earlier this month.

During the pregame media session, Mansolino expressed joy in recounting Urías’ journey to the major leagues. “He’s an easy one to brag about as a coach,” he stated. The Orioles picked up Urías from the Cardinals in February 2020, a move that largely went unnoticed. Having joined the Rangers at just 16 years old and then spending six years in Mexico, Urías returned to the U.S. when he signed with St. Louis in 2018.

“You talk about coming back from the dead,” Mansolino said about Urías, highlighting the player’s determination to fight for his career after adversity. He acknowledged that many did not expect Urías to succeed in MLB, noting, “He ends up over here. I got him in ’21. Kind of up, down, probably getting close to coming off the roster.”

Despite facing obstacles, Urías has become a vital player for the Orioles, earning a Gold Glove at third base last season. His batting average has remained strong post All-Star break, though a recent ankle injury sidelined him for a month.

Mansolino pointed out that Urías often goes unnoticed compared to younger stars like Jackson Holliday and Gunnar Henderson, but he urged that people around the league should pay attention to Urías’ capabilities. “We know how good he is in here. I don’t think the national media understands his value, but certainly here we see it every night,” he said.

The Orioles have been careful with their pitching rotation lately, sticking to a consistent lineup, including starters Charlie Morton, Tomoyuki Sugano, and Cade Povich. Trevor Rogers remains at Triple-A Norfolk, waiting for another chance after impressive outings earlier this season.

As for the bullpen, with changes ongoing, Mansolino noted challenges with depth, but he is optimistic about the future and believes in the capabilities of his current roster. “Everyone understands that things can change rapidly in this game,” he remarked.