PLAYING TIME: The future arrives in Baltimore
Aug 9 2012
AMERICAN LEAGUE
Machado called up by BAL
In somewhat of a surprise move, the Orioles called up top prospect Manny Machado (SS, BAL) from Double-A on Thursday to likely man 3B for the remainder of the season. This certainly indicates that the Orioles plan to do whatever they can to secure a playoff spot this season, as calling up Machado at this point in his service time will certainly have monetary repercussions for BAL down the line. But for now, Machado has been installed as the starting 3Bman for the team, despite the fact that he is BAL's SS of the future, and has played only two games at 3B in his minor league career (both this season). You can read more about Machado in the Daily Call-Ups section.
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