115 plate appearance into the 2011 season, Vlad Guerrero drew his first walk in an Orioles uniform. Guerrero was walked by Jeff Francis in the top of 6th inning ending the streak.
Zach Wilt is the Founding Editor of Baltimore Sports Report and lifelong Orioles, Ravens, and Capitals fan. He grew up on Maryland’s eastern shore, graduated from Towson University, and now lives in Central Florida where he roots for his teams from afar. The best sports moment he witnessed live was when he witnessed Delmon Young drive in three on a double down the left field line in game two of the 2012 ALDS.
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Nice article!! What was the count when he walked, and how many pitches did he face?
The very definition of a free swinger!
http://pinetarandbrickbats.blogspot.com/2011/05/hall-of-famers-from-to-well-y.html
It’s worked for him!
…and his walk lead to a run.