Whether Heston Kjerstad will be given the opportunity to receive everyday at-bats remains one of the biggest questions facing the Orioles.

Dylan Carlson placed 3rd in NL Rookie of the Year voting with the St. Louis Cardinals in 2021 before struggling and getting dealt to the Tampa Bay Rays in 2024.

Dylan Carlson was a first-round draft pick in 2016 by the Cardinals, and he hit 18 home runs in his first full season in 2021. Since then, however, he’s only hit 16.

Carlson was a first-round draft pick in 2016 by the St. Louis Cardinals ... Colton Cowser and Heston Kjerstad.

Carlson was a first-round draft pick in 2016 by the St. Louis Cardinals ... Colton Cowser and Heston Kjerstad. Carlson's deal includes a $25,000 bonus if he reaches 200 plate appearances.