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Brian Roberts

Second Baseman
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Contract: Signed through 2009

  • Height: 5-9
  • Weight: 178 lbs
  • Born: Oct 9, 1977

  • Debut: June 14, 2001

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September 29, 2009

MLB.com reports that with a double off of Rays starter Wade Davis on Tuesday, Brian Roberts broke the record for most doubles in a season by a switch hitter with 56.

Our View:

Roberts bested Lance Berkman's mark of 55 set in 2001 and now has another gaudy doubles-related statistic to attach to him name. He's also the franchise leader for the Orioles and is just the fourth player in history to have three 50-double seasons. The others are Stan Musial, Tris Speaker and Paul Waner. Pretty elite company for the diminutive Roberts. Kudos.

September 28, 2009

Brian Roberts was productive in tonight's 7-6 loss at Tampa Bay, as he went 2-for-6 with two RBI and a run scored. He hit a single and a two-run homer off Jeff Niemann.

Our View:

Roberts hit his second homer of September, and his 16th of 2009. He continues to rank among the AL leaders with 106 runs scored.

September 22, 2009

Brian Roberts went 3-for-5 with two RBI in tonight's 6-5 loss at Toronto. He hit a double and two singles.

Our View:

Roberts hit a double in three of his last four games, and continues to lead the majors with 55. He is hitting .296 in September.

September 22, 2009

MLBlogs.com reports that Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts has tied the major league single season record for doubles by a switch-hitter with 55 on Tuesday.

Our View:

Roberts' double in Tuesday's game tied the mark set by Houston's Lance Berkman in 2001. He already owns the franchise record, and if he gets five more this season he will tie the all-time mark for second basemen.

September 17, 2009

Brian Roberts went 0-for-3 with a walk on Thursday night, making him one of just six Oriole baserunners, as Baltimore got shutout 3-0 at home by Wade Davis and Tampa Bay.

Our View:

Roberts remains eight doubles away from posting just the seventh 60-double season in major league history. He has 16 games left to accomplish the feat.

September 12, 2009

Brian Roberts launched a grand slam off Yankee starter A.J. Burnett in the second inning to lead the Orioles to a 7-3 win. Roberts was 3-for-4 with the homer, a double, a run scored, and four RBI.

Our View:

Roberts continues his very good and very underrated 2009 campaign, and he remains an elite fantasy second baseman. Don't expect the grand slam every day, but he is always an excellent play.

September 6, 2009

Brian Roberts went 2-for-5 with two RBI on Sunday, as the Orioles shutout the Rangers 7-0 at home.

Our View:

Roberts is having a typically huge Roberts season in 2009, batting .284 with 14 home runs, 63 RBI and 27 steals out of the Orioles' leadoff spot.

September 4, 2009

Brian Roberts went 1-for-3 with a single and an RBI in tonight's 5-1 loss to the Rangers at Camden Yards. He tried to swipe a base, but was gunned down by Ivan Rodriguez.

Our View:

The Orioles only had four hits in the game, and Roberts was their lone source of scoring. Roberts has a hit in three straight games, and should remain a consistent performer down the stretch for fantasy owners.

August 24, 2009

Brian Roberts went 1-for-4 with a double, and recorded the Orioles' lone RBI in tonight's 2-1 loss at Minnesota.

Our View:

Roberts is batting .366 this month, with 16 RBI. He also continues to lead the majors with 48 doubles.

August 22, 2009

Brian Roberts smacked two homers and drove in three in the Orioles' 5-1 win over the Whit Sox on Friday.

Our View:

Roberts is in the midst of a power surge. Friday marked his first multi-home run game of the season and he has now hit four long balls in his last three games.

August 20, 2009

Brian Roberts went 2-for-5 with a single and a grand slam off Lance Cormier in tonight's 8-7 win at Tampa Bay.

Our View:

Roberts hit a homer in back-to-back games, and launched three over his last five. He also extended his hitting streak to 10 games, and is batting .351 this month.

August 19, 2009

Brian Roberts went 2-for-4 with a double and a solo homer off Jeff Niemann in tonight's 3-1 loss at Tampa Bay.

Our View:

The Orioles only mustered seven hits in the game, and Roberts was their lone source of scoring. Roberts extended his hitting streak to nine games, and is batting .348 in August.

August 14, 2009

Brian Roberts went 4-for-6 with two RBI and two runs scored in tonight's 16-6 win over the Angels at Camden Yards. He hit three doubles and a single.

Our View:

Roberts has a four-game hitting streak, and is batting .378 this month. He ended a five-game skid without scoring a run as well.

August 11, 2009

Brian Roberts led the Orioles offensively in tonight's 3-2 win over the Athletics at Camden Yards. He hit a double and two singles, and also swiped two bases.

Our View:

Roberts satisfied fantasy owners with a solid performance tonight, and looks to be back on track after only collecting two hits over his previous 14 at-bats.

August 10, 2009

Brian Roberts will return to the Orioles' lineup for their Monday night game against the A's. Roberts has been out with a left shin contusion.

Our View:

Roberts injured himself when he fouled a ball off his shin last weekend, but apparently the pain has subsided enough that he is able to play tonight. He is playing second and hitting lead-off, so play him if you have him tonight.

August 8, 2009

The Baltimore Sun reports that Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts has been diagnosed with a shin contusion.

Our View:

Roberts was taken for precautionary X-rays after fouling a ball off his shin in Saturday's game. The results were negative and he appears to be fine, but he'll likely miss a few games as a result of soreness. Take Roberts out of your lineup until further notice.

August 8, 2009

Brian Roberts left Saturday's game in the fourth inning with an apparent leg injury. Roberts fouled a ball off his leg in his first inning at-bat, and he was replaced before his next at-bat by Robert Andino.

Our View:

No word on the severity of the injury, but Roberts stayed in the game until his next at-bat. It doesn't look like anything serious, but we will keep you updated if any news comes out.

July 12, 2009

Brian Roberts went 2-for-4 with a pair of RBI and a stolen base in the Orioles' 4-2 win over the Blue Jays on Sunday afternoon.

Our View:

Roberts' average is down this season at just .273, but the second sacker is contributing in plenty of other categories. He now has 18 steals, 8 homers, 42 RBI and 63 runs scored, making him (once again) one of the most productive fantasy second basemen.

July 8, 2009

Brian Roberts was not in the starting lineup on Wednesday, but did enter the game in the 9th inning as a pinch hitter. He stayed in the game and played second base.

Our View:

Roberts has been fighting the flu recently causing him to miss some time. He appears to be healthy now though, so you should be safe to get him into the lineup on Friday.

July 8, 2009

According to the Baltimore Sun, Orioles' second baseman Brian Roberts is still suffering from an upper-respiratory infection. Roberts was out of the lineup on Tuesday, and he could miss Wednesday's game as well.

Our View:

This illness has kind of been lingering for a little over a week now, and Roberts and the O's want to get it taken care of. Check back later this afternoon to find out his status for tonight's game, but expect him to be out until you hear otherwise.

July 5, 2009

Brian Roberts was productive in Sunday's 9-6 loss at the Angels, as he went 2-for-5 with three RBI and two runs scored. He hit a double and a solo homer off Joe Saunders, and also swiped a base.

Our View:

Roberts has four RBI, two stolen bases and 12 total bases over five games in July. He continues to lead Baltimore with 17 stolen bases and 62 runs scored.

June 28, 2009

According to MLB.com, Brian Roberts is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's contest against the Nationals.

Our View:

Roberts is just getting a routine day of rest. He will be replaced at second base by Ty Wigginton and Adam Jones will do the honors in the leadoff spot. Roberts will be in the lineup for the O's next game.

June 21, 2009

Brian Roberts went 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored in Sunday's close 2-1 win at Philadelphia. He had a single, double and also swiped base.

Our View:

Roberts extended his hitting streak to four games, with six total hits over the span. He is hitting better after holding a .256 batting average in May.

June 20, 2009

Brian Roberts has a big night for the Orioles on Saturday as Baltimore beat the Phillies 6-5. Roberts went 2-for-4 with a home run, a run scored, and four RBI in the win.

Our View:

Roberts put the O's ahead in the ninth inning with a two-run homer off Phillies' closer Ryan Madsen, and it capped off a very nice evening for the second baseman. Roberts continues to be one of the top second base fantasy options, and expect him to continue to be so all season.

May 26, 2009

Brian Roberts had a big night on Tuesday, going 3-for-4 with a double, run, and two RBI in the Orioles 7-2 win over the Blue Jays.

Our View:

Roberts was questionable to even play tonight, so good thing for fantasy owners that he did. Roberts has been very good this season, but his injury concerns have to worry owners. Keep riding him for now, but don't be surprised if he misses some time going forward.

May 26, 2009

Brian Roberts hopes to play Tuesday against the Jays after exiting Monday's battle with a left shin contusion, according to the Baltimore Sun.

Our View:

Stay tuned for further updates regarding his status. The game is scheduled to start at 7:05 ET. Roberts is a career .281 hitter over 501 at-bats against Toronto.

May 25, 2009

Brian Roberts exited Monday's game against Toronto in the eighth inning with a left shin contusion.

Our View:

He sustained the injury in the second inning while being slid into at second base, and nearly finished the game before exiting. We will keep you posted on Roberts' status.

May 13, 2009

Brian Roberts went 2-for-4 with a home run and a double on Wednesday in the Orioles' 8-6 loss to the Rays. Roberts had two RBI and two runs scored in the game.

Our View:

Roberts has been off to a very nice start this season. He has shown the ability to hit for power and to steal bases, and he is a must start in all leagues. He should be a top option at second base, health permitting, all season.

May 5, 2009

Brian Roberts went deep for the fourth time this season on Tuesday, but the Orioles fell to the Rays 6-3. Roberts only had the one hit but he had two RBI.

Our View:

Roberts is starting to hit for some power, and he is maintaining his status as a valuable second baseman in all leagues. His high average and stolen bases combined with his four home runs are quality stats in all fantasy circles.

April 18, 2009

Brian Roberts was 2-for-5 with a run scored in the Orioles 6-4 loss to the Red Sox on Saturday. He's now hitting .435 on the season.

Our View:

The Orioles lead off man has been all over the base paths so far this season. His zero home runs and three RBI leave a little something to be desired, but it's hard to argue with an average over .430, three stolen bases and 12 runs scored.

April 13, 2009

Brian Roberts was 3-for-5 with a walk, a double, two runs scored, a stolen base, and an RBI as the Orioles defeated Texas 10-9 on Monday.

Our View:

Despite being caught twice in his first four stolen base chances, Roberts remained aggressive tonight. He is an exceptional leadoff hitter and is among the top five at his position in fantasy.

April 6, 2009

Brian Roberts reached base four times in Baltimore's 10-5 win over the Yankees on Monday. He was 3-for-4 with a walk, a double, and two runs scored. He also was caught stealing in his only attempt.

Our View:

Roberts put together .378 OBP in the leadoff spot a season ago and he is poised for another strong season in Baltimore. If Adam Jones continues to hit better in the No. 2 hole, Roberts figures to add to his 107 runs scored from a season ago.

April 1, 2009

Brian Roberts does plan to play on Friday in the Orioles second to last spring training game, according to MASN. He is suffering from oblique soreness, back spasms, and a respiratory infection.

Our View:

Roberts should be ready for opening day, but the long list of ailments will cause many to drop him some in their rankings. At the very worst, he will be a top 10 second baseman this season, and there's a better chance he will be among the top 5.

April 1, 2009

MASN reports that Brian Roberts will take live batting practice on Wednesday, but he does not figure to take part in another game until this weekend. He is suffering from oblique soreness, back spasms, and a respiratory infection.

Our View:

Roberts is still considered one of the top six second basemen in fantasy, but his impressive list of ailments may slide him down that list. However, he maintains that he will be ready for opening day.

March 31, 2009

Brian Roberts is nursing a few minor ailments, including a respiratory illness, but skipper Dave Trembley is not concerned, according to MASN Sports. Trembley said, "I talked to him today, talked to the doctor. He has no restrictions whatsoever from baseball activities. He told me he will be ready to play."

Our View:

Roberts is expected to be ready to go for opening day, and he should continue to be targeted as a top-5 fantasy second baseman.

March 29, 2009

Brian Roberts was scratched from today's lineup while still suffering from a respiratory illness, according to MASN Sports. He reportedly looked weak this morning.

Our View:

Roberts is considered day-to-day. Ryan Freel replaced him at second base.

March 27, 2009

Brian Roberts missed his second straight spring training game on Friday because of a respiratory infection, according to MASN.

Our View:

"I don't think that's a problem there," manager Dave Trembley said of Roberts' infection. Baltimore's manager isn't worrying, so neither should you. Roberts played great for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, hitting .438 with six runs over four games, and remains a top-five second baseman.

March 22, 2009

Brian Roberts hit a first inning solo home run as Team USA fell 9-4 to Japan on Sunday. He finished the game 1-for-5 with two strikeouts.

Our View:

After struggling some with the Orioles this spring, Roberts seemed to find his stroke after replacing Dustin Pedroia on Team USA. He has been one of the more consistent difference makers in the game over the past few seasons, and hopefully a hefty new contract won't change that trend for the 31-year-old.

March 15, 2009

Brian Roberts was 3-for-3 with two walks, two runs scored, an RBI, and a double while playing nine innings at second base for Team USA in their 9-3 win over the Netherlands on Sunday.

Our View:

It doesn't appear as if the national team will be missing Dustin Pedroia anytime soon. Roberts belted 51 doubles and swiped 40 more bags last season as the leadoff man in Baltimore. He was rewarded with a fat contract that hopefully has not left him contented.

March 14, 2009

Brian Roberts went 0-for-3 in Saturday's 9-8 win over Boston in the Grapefruit League.

Our View:

His spring average drops to .217, but Roberts should still be targeted as a top-5 fantasy second baseman as of now.

February 28, 2009

Brian Roberts had a rough day on Saturday, going 0-for-3 while stranding one runner. He's batting just .167 so far this spring.

Our View:

There's no need to panic with Roberts until the season gets closer. He has the entire month of March to get back on track.

February 22, 2009

Brian Roberts technically could still be dealt by the Orioles, according to the Baltimore Sun. He didn't get any signifficant no-trade protection during the first couple years of his deal. However, Baltimore insists that they have no plans to deal him.

Our View:

Roberts will be 36 when his new extension expires, so his trade value will decline the further he gets into this deal.

February 20, 2009

The Associated Press reports that Brian Roberts officially inked a four-year extension with the Orioles worth $40MM.

Our View:

The deal locks him up through the 2014 campaign. He should be pleased he got a new deal prior to the start of the season, and remains a top-5 fantasy second baseman for 2009.

February 19, 2009

Brian Roberts confirmed that he inked a four-year extension with the Orioles through 2013, according to the Sports Network. The 31-year-old infielder indicated on MLB.com that the two sides were close to finalizing the $40MM deal. An official announcement is not expected until Friday.

Our View:

Roberts, who averages 105 runs scored and 45 stolen bases over the last two seasons, should be drafted as a top-5 fantasy second baseman for 2009.

February 18, 2009

The Orioles and second baseman Brian Roberts are close to terms on a four-year, $40 million deal, Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com reports.

Our View:

Rosenthal has put numbers on news that previously came out on Tuesday. It's nice to see the Orioles finally trying to keep the valuable infielder rather than dangling him as trade bait. Roberts remains a top-five fantasy second baseman, and his presence is good news for Nick Markakis, Aubrey Huff, and the rest of the Orioles.

February 17, 2009

The Orioles are narrowing the gap regarding a new deal for Brian Roberts, according to the Baltimore Sun.

Our View:

Assuming the two sides agree to a deal soon, Roberts will be worth targeting as a top-5 fantasy second baseman. He averages 105 runs scored and 45 stolen bases over his last two campaigns with Baltimore.

February 11, 2009

Brian Roberts is still hoping for a contract extension with the Orioles, according to MASN. The deal apparently hinges on a fourth year, which Roberts is looking for.

Our View:

It is believed that Roberts was offered a three-year, $30 million extension, so four year and $40 million would probably be enough to reel him in. However, with the current economic climate, it's unclear if the Orioles would be willing to go that high. He'll certainly be a hot commodity at the trade deadline if the two sides can't get a deal done.

February 10, 2009

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch states that the Cardinals are not believed to be targeting Orioles' second baseman Brian Roberts after releasing Adam Kennedy Monday.

Our View:

Joe Thurston, Brendan Ryan, Brian Barden, Jarrett Hoffpauir, Tyler Greene and former outfielder Skip Schumaker are in-house candidates for the starting job at second in St. Louis. Roberts still wants to be dealt if the Orioles cannot finalize a contract extension by opening day.

January 28, 2009

MASN reports that Brian Roberts still hopes to get an extension to stay in Baltimore prior to opening day. If he does not, he has decided not to have any negotiations during the season and he would likely become a free agent next winter. The Orioles recently committed to an expensive, long-term deal with outfielder Nick Markakis.

Our View:

Roberts is among the elite second basemen in the game. He has 90 stolen bases and has scored over 100 runs in each of the past two seasons. He is not a big power threat, but he did manage 51 doubles last season.

January 24, 2009

Baltimore second baseman Brian Roberts wants a four-year deal to remain with the team after this season, reports Ken Rosenthal of FoxSports.com.

Our View:

Roberts was offered three years at $10 million per season, but was unimpressed. Rosenthal reports that if no deal is struck with Roberts, the team would be open to trading him.

January 18, 2009

The Baltimore Sun suggests that Brian Roberts will not receive a contract extension from the Orioles in light of their imminent extension with Nick Markakis. However, the article does not suggest that Roberts will be traded prior to Opening Day.

Our View:

Roberts has said previously that if he does not have an extension by Opening Day, then he will enter free agency next offseason. He will likely be a hotly sought after commodity in if he does enter free agency.

January 14, 2009

Brian Roberts will cease any contract extension talks after Opening Day, according to MASN.

Our View:

Roberts is entering the final year of his deal, and his agent is likely trying to pressure the team into accepting his terms. The second baseman has been one of the best in the game over the past six seasons and he would be a hotly sought after free agent should he land on the open market. He has 126 stolen bases over the past three seasons.

January 7, 2009

The Baltimore Sun reports that there is a chance that Baltimore signs Brian Roberts to an extension before the season begins. The extension is believed to be worth around $10 million per season.

Our View:

Roberts has generated trade interest from a number of teams over the past year, but an extension would likely put an end to those. He stole 40 bases last season and is among the very best fantasy second basemen in the AL.

January 6, 2009

According to the Chicago Tribune, just because the White Sox have currently backed off their efforts to obtain Brian Roberts from the Orioles, doesn't mean the second baseman won't be in a Sox uniform by the start of the season.

Our View:

GM Ken Williams told the paper that he hasn't talked with the Orioles since November and that he would ideally like to give younger players a chance to contribute. However, it's possible the White Sox could still acquire Roberts if they and the O's could agree on who would complete the other side of the trade.

January 2, 2009

There is a rumor that the White Sox and Orioles have discussed a trade of Brian Roberts for pitcher Gavin Floyd, according to MASN Sports.

Our View:

The Sox could use an upgrade at second base, which would allow Alexei Ramirez to roam shortstop. The Orioles could use Floyd to help their poor rotation as well, but it remains to be seen if this rumor is true.

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