Orioles designated hitter Danny Valencia may have earned himself more playing time with his recent play, according to the Baltimore Sun.
Valencia has performed well lately, picking up 23 hits in 42 at-bats since August 4. His .548 batting average over that period leads the majors. Valencia's strong play could earn him more at-bats against right-handers. "Danny's in a good place right now and I'll continue to match him up, but the way he's handling himself, that's how you get dictated more opportunities," said manager Buck Showalter. Valencia is hitting just .194 against righties.
Valencia is hitting .330/.359/.652 in 112 at-bats.