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Baltimore Orioles 2015 Position Preview: Starting Pitchers

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Orioles Starting Rotation

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The Baltimore Orioles have a lineup that is stacked with stars like Adam Jones, Manny Machado and even Chris Davis, but what about their rotation? They have put together a campaign that took them all the way to the ALCS last season without a star pitcher. Can they do it again? Here is the Orioles' starting rotation going into 2015.

5. Ubaldo Jiminez

5. Ubaldo Jiminez
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5. Ubaldo Jiminez

5. Ubaldo Jiminez
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Ubaldo Jiminez beat out star prospect Kevin Gausman for the last spot in the Orioles rotation. Many are claiming this is a move motivated by money, but Jiminez actually impressed this spring. He should be given a shot, but one with a short leash.

4. Bud Norris

4. Bud Norris
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4. Bud Norris

4. Bud Norris
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Bud Norris was an under-the-radar acquisition this offseason. He came to the Orioles after impressing with the Astros up until the trade deadline. Now, it is a question what the O's should expect from the right hander. He is in the rotation now, but his spot isn't guaranteed either after a rough spring.

3. Miguel Gonzalez

3. Miguel Gonzalez
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3. Miguel Gonzalez

3. Miguel Gonzalez
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Miguel Gonzalez may be the most unknown Orioles pitcher. That doesn't mean he isn't a crucial part of the rotation. Being such an unknown makes him an asset. He's a late bloomer who, at 30, is finally hitting his career stride. He looks to continue his ascent up the Orioles' rotation.

2. Wei-Yin Chen

2. Wei-Yin Chen
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2. Wei-Yin Chen

2. Wei-Yin Chen
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Wei-Yin Chen is another relative unknown, but people are starting to understand his value. His progression is not yet complete, but he is going in the right direction. If he is going to be the second starter, he needs to have his best season this year.

1. Chris Tillman

1. Chris Tillman
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1. Chris Tillman

1. Chris Tillman
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Chris Tillman is the unabridged No. 1 starter coming into this season. While some were worried how he would bounce back after last year's playoff debacle, he showed on Opening Day he will do just fine.

Nick Villano is the New Jersey Devils writer for Rant Sports. He also adds to the site’s NBA, MLB and NFL content. You can follow him on Twitter or add him to your Google circle.

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