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Povich completed five innings against Colorado on Monday, allowing one run on five hits and three walks while striking out four batters in a no-decision.
Povich was called up from Triple-A to make the start, as Baltimore decided to give its other starters extra rest. The southpaw did about as well as could be hoped for given the assignment in the Colorado altitude, surrendering just one run despite allowing at least one baserunner in all but the first inning. Povich didn't return after a lengthy rain delay halted the game before the start of the sixth inning, but he probably wouldn't have gone much deeper anyway given that he had thrown 87 pitches at that point. It remains to be seen what the Orioles' plans are for him moving forward, and it's possible Povich will be sent back down to the minors if the team doesn't move to a six-man rotation.
The Orioles optioned Povich to Triple-A Norfolk on Tuesday, Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun reports.
The move comes one day after Povich held the Rockies to one run over five innings in a spot start Monday at Coors Field. Povich will rejoin the Norfolk rotation but could get another look in the majors later this month, depending on where the Orioles are in the playoff hunt.
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Orioles' Cade Povich: Recalled to start Monday
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The Orioles recalled Povich from Triple-A Norfolk and will have him start Monday's game against the Rockies in Denver, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports.
Povich will draw a spot start in Colorado, as the Orioles will give their regular rotation members some extra rest. The left-hander is coming off a dandy of a start his last time out with Norfolk, striking out 11 over 5.2 scoreless innings. However, Povich makes for an undesirable streaming option at Coors Field.
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Orioles' Cade Povich: Sent down after start Sunday
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The Orioles optioned Povich to Triple-A Norfolk on Monday.
Povich started Sunday's game against the Rangers, yielding three runs on four hits and two walks over just three innings. With Chris Bassitt (back) due to return from the 60-day injured list later this week, Povich is headed back to Norfolk.
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Orioles' Cade Povich: Tagged for three runs Sunday
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Povich did not factor into the decision Sunday against the Rangers, allowing three runs on four hits and two walks while striking out two over three innings.
Povich opened with two scoreless frames while Baltimore's offense spotted him a five-run lead, but he couldn't maintain the momentum. After allowing a hit and a walk in the third, he surrendered a three-run homer to Brandon Nimmo that accounted for all of the damage against him. The outing was a stark contrast to his first start since returning to the rotation, when he delivered six scoreless innings. Through 28.1 major-league innings this season, Povich owns a 4.45 ERA with a 21:10 K:BB. He's currently slated to start Saturday against the Rays, though Chris Bassitt's (back) impending return from the injured list could alter those plans.
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Orioles' Cade Povich: Drawing another start
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Povich is slated to start Sunday's game against the Rangers at Globe Life Field.
Povich was called up from Triple-A Norfolk on Tuesday to make his first big-league start since May 7, and he delivered one of the finest performances of his career. The 26-year-old southpaw struck out seven batters and allowed seven hits and one walk over six scoreless frames in a 3-1 victory over the Angels. He'll be rewarded with another start to close out the week, but Povich may need another strong showing to boost his chances of sticking around in the rotation. Chris Bassitt (back) is slated to make his second rehab start this weekend and could replace Povich in the rotation the next time the Orioles require a fifth starter.
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Orioles' Cade Povich: Nabs win in return to rotation
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Povich (2-1) collected the win in Tuesday's 3-1 victory over the Angels, allowing seven hits and a walk over six scoreless innings. He struck out seven.
Called up earlier in the day to fill the vacancy in the Orioles rotation created when Dean Kremer was traded to the Twins, Povich dazzled in his first big-league start since May 7, tossing 60 of 88 pitches for strikes as he produced his second quality start of 2026. Through 25.1 MLB innings this year, the southpaw has a 3.91 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 19:8 K:BB. Chris Bassitt (back) is closing in on a return from the IL, which will likely bump Povich back to Triple-A Norfolk, but if he gets another turn it's set to come on the road this weekend against the Rangers.
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Orioles' Cade Povich: Recalled to start Tuesday's game
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The Orioles recalled Povich from Triple-A Norfolk on Tuesday.
Povich will enter the rotation with a start Tuesday against the Angels, though it could be a one-off arrangement if Chris Bassitt (back) returns from the injured list later this week. The left-handed Povich has made three starts and one relief appearance for Baltimore in 2026, allowing 11 runs with a 12:7 K:BB over 19.1 frames.
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Orioles' Cade Povich: Builds up to 66 pitches Friday
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Povich (elbow) made the second start of his rehab assignment for Double-A Chesapeake on Friday, allowing four runs (three earned) on five hits and one walk in 3.2 innings. He struck out four.
The 26-year-old left-hander also landed 44 of his 66 pitches for strikes. Povich is working his way back from nearly a two-month absence due to left elbow inflammation, but he could still be optioned to the minor leagues once activated from the injured list, especially if Dean Kremer (quadriceps) finishes his rehab assignment first.
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Orioles' Cade Povich: Activated, optioned to Triple-A
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The Orioles reinstated Povich (elbow) from the injured list Saturday and optioned him to Triple-A Norfolk, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports.
Povich has been on the shelf for about two months due to left elbow inflammation, but he's been making rehab starts in the minors, allowing four runs (three earned) over seven innings across two appearances. The Orioles will keep him at Triple-A now that he's healthy, though he could be called upon for a spot start later in the year if injuries further weaken Baltimore's rotation.
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Orioles' Cade Povich: Reaches fourth inning in rehab start
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Povich (elbow) struck out three and allowed one hit and no walks over 3.1 scoreless innings Sunday in a rehab start with Double-A Chesapeake.
Povich was about as sharp as the Orioles could have hoped in his first game action at any level since he landed on the 15-day injured list May 8 due to left elbow inflammation. He faced just one batter over the minimum through 3.1 innings, spotting 34 of his 43 pitches for strikes while inducing five whiffs. The southpaw will likely need at least two more rehab starts to get fully stretched out, but he won't be assured a spot in the Baltimore rotation once he's deemed ready to return from the IL.
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Orioles' Cade Povich: Set to begin rehab assignment
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Povich (elbow) will begin a minor-league rehab assignment with Double-A Chesapeake this week, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports.
Povich has been sidelined since early May while nursing left elbow inflammation. The southpaw threw live batting practice Tuesday, and he appears to have left the session without any concerns moving forward. Povich may require multiple rehab starts to shake off some rust, but time will tell what the team's plan is.
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Orioles' Cade Povich: Resuming mound work this week
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Povich (elbow) will resume throwing bullpen sessions this week, Matt Weyrich of The Baltimore Sun reports.
Inflammation in his left elbow landed Povich on the 15-day injured list exactly one month ago, and he's finally improved enough to throw off the mound again. The southpaw is likely to require at least one rehab start before rejoining the Orioles. If Povich beats Dean Kremer (quadriceps) and/or Chris Bassitt (back) back from the IL, he'll have a good chance to enter the Baltimore rotation.
Povich (elbow) met with Dr. Keith Meister on Tuesday and is without an official timetable for his return after receiving a cortisone injection, Matt Weyrich of The Baltimore Sun reports.
The left-hander landed on the shelf May 8 due to elbow inflammation, and it appears he's avoided a serious injury after being evaluated further. Povich will be eligible to be reinstated from the injured list this weekend, but his lack of official return timeline indicates that his absence is likely to extend into June.
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Orioles' Cade Povich: Exits early with forearm issue
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Povich exited Thursday's contest against the Marlins in the fourth inning with left forearm discomfort, Kevin Barral of FishonFirst.com reports.
Povich pitched three innings, allowing three runs on three hits and two walks while striking out one batter before he was forced to exit the game prior to taking the mound in the bottom of the fourth frame. The left-hander was making his second start with the big-league club since being called up from Triple-A on May 1. Povich finished his day having thrown just 43 pitches, and more information on his status will likely be provided in the near future as he continues to be evaluated.
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Orioles' Cade Povich: Sidelined by elbow inflammation
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The Orioles placed Povich on the 15-day injured list Friday with left shoulder inflammation.
Povich had to depart Thursday's game in Miami with the injury, and it's not a surprise it led to an IL stint. According to Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun, it's not believed to be a serious injury, though the 26-year-old could get a cortisone injection. Trey Gibson has taken Povich's spot on the Baltimore roster.
Orioles' Cade Povich: Another turn in rotation awaits
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Povich is slated to start Thursday's game against the Marlins in Miami, Andy Kostka of TheBanner.com reports.
With Trevor Rogers (illness) hitting the injured list, the Orioles summoned Povich from Triple-A Norfolk last Friday to fill the opening in the rotation. Povich stumbled in a tough matchup with the Yankees on the road, striking out four batters over four innings but yielding five earned runs on seven hits and two walks en route to taking a loss. The lefty will get a more favorable draw for his upcoming turn through the rotation, but given that he maintains a 5.14 ERA and 1.45 WHIP over 208.1 career innings in the majors, he won't be a comfortable lineup option for fantasy managers looking to protect their ratios.
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Orioles' Cade Povich: Chased early Friday
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Povich (1-1) took the loss against the Yankees on Friday, allowing five runs on seven hits and two walks with four strikeouts over four innings.
Povich struggled from the jump, surrendering five runs across the first two innings, including four via the long ball. He generated eight swinging strikes on 77 pitches and allowed eight hard-hit balls, including five over 100 mph. It was a rough return for the southpaw, who is filling in for Trevor Rogers (illness), after yielding three earned runs across 12.1 major-league innings in early April. He'll try to rebound in a road matchup against the Marlins next week.
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