With outfielder Anthony Santander removed from the equation, there could be additional opportunities for Kjerstad to play, even with the signing of Tyler O’Neill. And Kjerstad knows it.

Few MLB players have dealt with more bad luck than Heston Kjerstad. His professional baseball career was stunted because of the heart condition myocarditis, which forced him to miss two calendar years.

In relying on Tyler O’Neill and Heston Kjerstad to replace Anthony Santander, the Orioles went with a cheaper path. But it’s not without risk.

After spending eight seasons as a member of the Baltimore Orioles, switch-hitting outfielder Anthony Santander signed a five-year, $92.5 million contract with the Toronto Blue Jays.

During his eight years with Baltimore, Anthony Santander played under two ... Recently graduated top prospect Heston Kjerstad is expected to factor into their plans as well alongside reigning ...

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This offseason has been a somewhat difficult one for the Baltimore Orioles. Right off the bat, they were preparing for some significant losses of talent. Their

Question: Is there any chance Anthony Santander will return to the Orioles? I read that he wants to come back. From: Barbara Reed  Answer: Barbara, Anthony Santander was a very popular Oriole, and other readers have been asking that question,

After spending eight seasons as a member of the Baltimore Orioles, switch-hitting outfielder Anthony Santander ... his way to regular playing time. Heston Kjerstad, who will be 26 by Opening ...

BALTIMORE, MD - SEPTEMBER 22: Anthony Santander #25 of the Baltimore Orioles bats ... Mullins will have to hit his way to regular playing time. Heston Kjerstad, who will be 26 by Opening Day, was the second-overall pick in the 2020 MLB draft.

The Baltimore Orioles have officially lost their two star free agents this winter. Anthony Santander was always seen as the player most likely to depart since t