Dean Kremer has really struggled in his first three starts for the Baltimore Orioles this season, but could that mean he is in danger of losing his starting rotation spot when Kyle Bradish returns from the injured list next week? Host Connor Newcomb makes the case for Kremer temporarily moving to the bullpen and breaks down why he has struggled so far this season after a dominant 2022.

But first, Connor recaps the Orioles 8-4 loss to the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday night and gets you the five things you need to know from the game, including some O's defensive miscues, Jorge Mateo's two-hit game, and an awful outing from Cionel Pérez.

Finally, Connor discusses the Orioles bullpen management and overall struggles and talks about why it may be time for the Orioles to call up guys like Joey Krehbiel or Nick Vespi.

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