Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Dean Kremer (Baltimore Orioles RHP) is recovering from a right quadriceps strain sustained in late April. As of May 11, 2026, he has begun a throwing program and is trending in the right direction, though the quad hasn't fully healed. He is progressing from flat-ground throwing to eventual mound work. No clear return date has been established; he will need to progress through simulated games and minor-league starts before returning. The Orioles rotation has been significantly impacted by injuries, with Kremer being one of three regular starters on the IL.
Strengths
- + Trending in the right direction with recovery
- + Has begun throwing program indicating progress
- + Manager noted sufficient progress to start playing catch
- + Gradual rehab approach suggests cautious but steady recovery
Weaknesses
- - Right quadriceps strain not fully healed
- - Expected to miss multiple weeks
- - No clear target return date established
- - Orioles rotation already depleted with multiple starters on IL
- - Will require extended rehab progression before game action
Injury Status: IL-15 -- Right quadriceps strain; began throwing program as of May 11, 2026; progressing from flat-ground throwing to mound work
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Dean Kremer is a sp for the Baltimore Orioles.
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