welington castillo

Dan Duquette was proactive on the catching front, so Matt Wieters moved on

Welington Castillo, the 29-year-old backstop the Orioles signed to be the successor to longtime catcher Matt Wieters, will be with the club for two weeks before he joins the Dominican Republic WBC team. Castillo concedes he's a little uneasy leaving the Orioles, but the situation isn't as simple as it might seem.

Darren O'Day has his eyes on a healthy season.

News and notes from second Orioles spring training workout for pitchers and catchers

New Orioles catcher Welington Castillo believes WBC absence won't hinder his adjustment

Everybody knew that free agent Matt Wieters would not be reporting to the Ed Smith Stadium spring training complex along with the Orioles pitchers and catchers on Monday, but he was still conspicuous by his absence.

On report day, Orioles' spring training catching situation offers several curiousities

Though the WBC has been very popular, it's fair to question whether it's really worth the trouble.

Orioles catcher Welington Castillo leaving for the WBC could mean a longer, more impactful spring for top prospect Chance Sisco.

Orioles catcher Welington Castillo was a surprise addition to the Dominican Republic's WBC roster, giving them five major leaguers slated for the tournament.

If the Orioles don't make another move, what will their Opening Day roster look like?

Between his option and his offense-first reputation, Welington Castillo's deal could reveal Orioles' plans.

Examining what the Orioles have now in catcher Welington Castillo, from playing time considerations to what it means for the Orioles' future plans.

Orioles' signing of Welington Castillo on short-term deal could be another Duquette magic trick

The Orioles are going to miss Matt Wieters, but Welington Castillo is a solid alternative

The Orioles have reached an agreement with free agent catcher Welington Castillo, according to an industry source.

The Orioles have made it clear they need someone to serve as a stopgap until prospect Chance Sisco is ready. Welington Castilo is likely the best option.

Dan Duquette acknowledged the sway of pitch framing metrics in the free agent catcher market. Can the Orioles find a fit?