Jul 29, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; (EditorÕs Note: Graphic Content in Photo) Baltimore Orioles catcher James McCann (27) walks to the dugout after being hit in the face with a pitch during the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-USA TODAY Sports
Question: James McCann did such a good job last year as the Orioles backup catcher. Did he not want to re-sign with the Orioles or was he not offered a contract for 2025? From: Richard D Hash Jr.
Answer: Richard, there is no bigger James McCann fan than yours truly. I was hoping he would re-sign with the Orioles, but it’s obvious that there wasn’t any interest. I thought it was a mistake not to bring him back.
Question: When a player goes on the injured list are they still paid their contract salary or is it adjusted based on how long they are on the injured list. Thanks. From: Richard Poffel
Answer: It’s certainly Richard day at the mailbag. Players are paid their full salary for as long as they’re on the major league injured list.
Most weekdays, I’ll be answering at least one Orioles question. If you’d like to submit a question, send it to: Rich@BaltimoreBaseball.com. Questions may be edited for clarity, length and style
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