The Baltimore Orioles face a challenging situation as first baseman Ryan Mountcastle has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 right hamstring strain, expected to sideline him for 8-12 weeks. As the team struggles in last place with a 25-37 record, Mountcastle's absence leaves a notable gap, despite his recent performance showing promise with a batting average of .298 in May. In his absence, Ryan O'Hearn will take the lead at first base, with top prospect Coby Mayo joining the roster. Fortunately, other players are returning from the IL, hinting at some resilience amid struggles.
Ryan Mountcastle has a Grade 2 right hamstring strain and will miss 8-12 weeks, per interim manager Tony Mansolino.
With Mountcastle out, the O's are turning to a new mix at first base. Ryan O'Hearn, who has outplayed Mountcastle in 2025, will continue to start.
This latest Baltimore Orioles news couldn't come at a worse time. The first baseman had been heating up in May, batting .298 with seven hits in his last 12 at-bats before the injury.
Despite the adversity, the Orioles had won six straight games heading into the weekend.
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