Orioles catching prospect Chance Sisco caught closer Zach Britton for an inning that lasted about 15 pitches in Bradenton, Fla., during spring training. It was one of Sisco's first formal encounters with Britton, and Britton's control of his sinker and slider impressed Sisco, who wanted to get comfortable with Baltimore's closer before the season started.
The Orioles sent Sisco to Triple-A Norfolk to begin the year, but their top prospect is projected to reach the majors this season, according to MLBPipeline.com. He sought experience calling pitches for Baltimore's staff and received notable playing time, because catcher Welington Castillo joined Team Dominican Republic in the 2017 World Baseball Classic.
Sisco responded to the opportunity, hitting .292 with one home run and five RBIs in 17 games this spring. Now, he is prepared for when the Orioles decide to give him a real major league opportunity.
