No. 12: Gabriel Ynoa, RHP, Norfolk

2016 statistics: 12-5, 3.97 ERA, 78 Ks, 40 BBs in 154 1/3 innings (Triple-A Las Vegas); 1-0, 6.38 ERA, 17 Ks, 7 BBs in 18 1/3 innings (Mets)

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Could Ynoa be the latest steal in Duquette’s tenure? The Orioles acquired the right-hander, who will turn 24 in May, from the New York Mets just before spring training started in exchange for cash considerations. The Dominican Republic native made a strong first impression on his new organization, going 2-0 with a 1.98 ERA in 13 2/3 innings during the Grapefruit League. Although the club optioned Ynoa to Norfolk during its final roster cutdown over the weekend, he’ll likely spend some time with the major league club in 2017. Like Lee, Ynoa remains a candidate for the Orioles’ April 15 start. Ynoa may be the favorite, though Jayson Aquino and Mike Wright could make a case, too.

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