Cedric Mullins is Orioles' last rebuild survivor

Cedric Mullins is the last player remaining from the Baltimore Orioles' rebuilding phase. At 30 years old, he reflects on his journey while joking about being the “last man standing” after teammates Austin Hays and Anthony Santander moved on to other teams. Mullins recalls the tough times during the rebuild, including losing 108 games in 2019 and a long losing streak in 2021. He and his fellow outfielders became key figures in the team's struggles and successes over the years. "We became household names during the worst times," Mullins said about their experiences. Even though they would have preferred not to go through those losing seasons, Mullins believes it made them stronger mentally. This year, Mullins faces a critical season as he prepares to enter free agency in November. He now has new teammates for the opening day as Hays has joined the Reds and Santander has signed with the Blue Jays. Mullins has grown into a leadership role within the team, helping guide younger players with his experiences. He has faced challenges in his career, including struggling in his earlier years, but has shown resilience. Now, he aims to maintain his performance and contribute to the team's success. Mullins had a rough first half of last season before improving significantly in the second half. He aims to build on that momentum as the season begins. The future for Mullins in Baltimore remains uncertain, as potential replacements are already in the pipeline. Ultimately, Mullins is focused on the present, continuing to be a vital part of the Orioles while cherishing the friendships built during the rebuild.