Orioles Expect Top Prospect Coby Mayo Call-Up Amid Struggles

The Baltimore Orioles are facing a challenging start to the 2025 season, struggling both with injuries and the loss of key players, including Corbin Burnes and Anthony Santander, which has affected their lineup and pitching rotation. Despite these setbacks, there is growing optimism around top prospect Coby Mayo, who has been performing well in the minors and could be called up soon to boost Baltimore’s offense, offering versatility across multiple positions. Meanwhile, the Houston Astros are giving rookie Ryan Gusto another start in the rotation after his initial appearances this season, reflecting the team’s ongoing need to reinforce their pitching staff. The Astros have generally excelled at developing position players but have struggled to build pitching depth, though prospects like Colton Gordon, AJ Blubaugh, and Anderson Brito—who is impressing in the lower minors—offer some hope for the future. While Gusto and Gordon may contribute this season, Brito is still further from a big-league role but is rapidly developing in High-A. Both clubs are relying on their farm systems to address roster gaps and overcome early season challenges.