Orioles honor former Michigan State lefty Dzierwa as Minor League Pitcher of the Year
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- Joseph Dzierwa named Orioles Minor League Pitcher of the Year
- Second-round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft out of Michigan State
- Pitched 26 games between High-A Frederick and Double-A Chesapeake
- Compiled a 2.27 ERA and 0.901 WHIP
Joseph Dzierwa, a 2025 second-round pick out of Michigan State, earned Baltimore's top minor league pitching honor after his first full pro season.
The Baltimore Orioles have named Joseph Dzierwa their Minor League Pitcher of the Year, recognizing the right-hander's first full professional season.
Dzierwa pitched three seasons at Michigan State before Baltimore selected him in the second round of the 2025 MLB Draft. The club presented the award to him at Camden Yards on Monday, alongside Minor League Player of the Year Wehiwa Aloy.
pitching across two levels in 2026, Dzierwa appeared in 26 games with High-A Frederick and Double-A Chesapeake. He posted a 2.27 ERA and a 0.901 WHIP over that span.
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