MLB Rumors: No. 1 Prospect Jackson Holliday Promoted By Orioles After Trade Deadline

Paul KasabianFeatured Columnist IIJuly 31, 2024

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Andy Kostka of the Baltimore Banner first reported that Holliday was headed to Baltimore. He is replacing infielder Connor Norby, who was dealt along with outfielder Kyle Stowers to the Miami Marlins in exchange for left-handed starting pitcher Trevor Rogers right before Tuesday’s trade deadline.

Holliday, 20, played 10 games with the Orioles earlier this season but was sent back to Triple-A Norfolk after getting just two hits in 34 at-bats.

In 73 games for Norfolk, Holliday has amassed 10 home runs and 38 RBI to go along with a .271 batting average and .908 OPS. He’s also scored 75 runs.

Per MLB Pipeline, Holliday has posted a .948 OPS in July over 19 games. So he’s heading back into the bigs with some positive momentum.

There was speculation that Holliday could be moved, perhaps for Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal. But both players stayed in their respective homes.

Now Holliday could very well be the Orioles’ starting second baseman moving forward. Jordan Westburg would head to third, with Ramón Urías serving as a backup utility infielder.

It’s ultimately not a surprise that Holliday is back in town, based on Orioles general manager Mike Urias’ recent comments.

Roch Kubatko @masnRochElias also said he can see Mayo and Jackson Holliday bring big contributors in 2nd half https://t.co/ZoLqPhVTmI

Now Holliday gets a second chance to showcase his tremendous potential. He joins an Orioles team currently home looking to close out a series win against the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday afternoon.