BALTIMORE — The Orioles could soon get back one of their top pitchers.
John Means continues the road to recovery from a 2022 shoulder injury that resulted in Tommy John surgery.
On Thursday the southpaw made his fifth rehab start with the Triple-A Norfolk Tides.
The 2019 All Star tossed five scoreless innings of one hit baseball against Worcester.
Another great rehab start for John Means! His line:
— Norfolk Tides (@NorfolkTides) September 1, 2023
5.0 IP, 1 H, 0 ER, 2 BB, 6 SO
86 pitches, 53 strikes#RisingTide #Birdland pic.twitter.com/gZUA6EIMt6
Baltimore hasn't indicated when Means will officially be reinstated from the injured list.
It's also unclear whether the team will slot him into the starting rotation or bullpen.
Beginning Friday Major League clubs can expand their active roster to 28 players.
According to a report on MLB.Com the team is planning to recall outfielder Colton Cowser and reliever Joey Krehbiel.
This would require an additional roster move if or when Means returns.
