When I look at the Orioles staff, I see a rotation of:
Guthrie, Matusz, Arrieta, Bergesen, Duscherer

In the bullpen, I see the following as locks: Gregg, Uehara, Gonzalez, Johnson, and Berken

To me, you currently have VandenHurk, Accardo, Rosario, Patton, Rapada, and Hendrickson competing for the last two spots in the bullpen,  (and with Tillman, and Britton ticketed for AAA).

Some might argue that with the injury concerns to Johnson and Berken that they should not be listed as ‘locks.’ I list them as such, because if they are healthy – their positions are assured.

With VandenHurk out of options, I would like to see him grab that 6th spot in the ‘pen. I think I prefer Hendrickson over Patton, and Rapada as the 2nd lefty.

While injuries are likely to occur, I think if everyone remains healthy the choice the O’s will likely face at the end of Spring Training is deciding if they keep Accardo at the risk of losing VandenHurk to waivers.

Who would you like to see claim the 6th, and 7th bullpen spots?

EDIT: Hendrickson has been resigned to a Minor League contract.

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