Trevor Rogers, the left-handed pitcher recently acquired by the Baltimore Orioles, is facing an uphill battle to be ready for Opening Day due to a right knee subluxation injury suffered in the offseason. The Orioles' General Manager, Mike Elias, indicated that Rogers is already weeks behind schedule. In 2024, Rogers struggled significantly with a 2-11 record and 4.92 ERA, failing to contribute during the Orioles' playoff run against the Kansas City Royals. His injury adds to the confusion in Baltimore's rotation, which has already seen the departures of key players like Corbin Burnes and John Means, while Kyle Bradish is recovering from elbow surgery.

The Orioles have brought in seasoned veterans Charlie Morton and Tomoyuki Sugano, but concerns linger regarding their effectiveness. Morton, now 41, and Sugano, who hasn't pitched in MLB, are seen as potential risks. Despite these challenges, the Orioles boast a formidable young core, including Gunnar Henderson and Adley Rutschman, promising hope for a strong season ahead as they kick off against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 27.