O's recall Cintron from Norfolk

Infielder was hitting .288 in 16 games for Tides; Reliever McCrory optioned to Triple-A

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - "The Orioles purchased the contract of infielder Alex Cintron from Triple-A Norfolk on Sunday and optioned right-hander Bob McCroy to their top farm club.

Cintron is a career .277 hitter in 598 games with the Arizona Diamondbacks and Chicago White Sox. He hit .243 with two home runs and 19 RBIs last season with the White Sox.

"He is a second baseman-shortstop," Orioles manager Dave Trembley said. "He's a switch hitter who has got experience playing in the big leagues. He gives us some depth. I've never seen him play before..." 

I'm certainly glad of this.  With Brian Roberts out for a bit since the rain delay yesterday, he's [Cintron] got to better than LHernandez @ 2B.  I like that kid, but right now my patience is wearing thin.  I know a lot of posters here are big on Alex, I hope he can deliver in the way many say he's capable. 

After a tough loss to KC today, this is good news, IMHO.  Bannister must of been pitching for his Mother a little harder than Burress for his.    

I understand not having the patience, but you need to relax a bit.  These are baby birds for the most part and it is going to take some time for them to come around to be able to play on a consistent level.  Shoot, after what we have been through as fans over the past few years, I welcome this greatly!  The birds will come around and be good, with t his movement. it will be sooner than later.

m31241, I think DaBanjo hit what I was trying or hoping to say in some sorts.  McCrory is who I think deserves another shot in the Bigs this year sooner, but  LHernanez only should get another shot before September if he improves drastically in the Minors or another Infielder gets injured.  Right now the Baby Birds gig is already moving into the next gear.  Little by little, Andy is getting this ball club geared up for the next stage.  We're not thinking about next year anymore.  Heck, if the Rays are in it, so are we. 

We're even competive, usually, when losing.  That wasn't the case last year.  We'll be stronger as quickly as Brian Roberts is healthy again.  Let's Go Baltimore!  Let's Go O's!      

Heck, when I think of Baby Birds, I can't help but think of the likes of Willy Miranda, Russ Snyder, Curt Belfary, Sam Bowens, etc., etc.   Damn, I'm gettin' old.    Damn Good Players, they were.  Most excellent.  I miss them all.