Former Rumble Ponies Pitcher Makes MLB Debut

Anthony Nunez pitches two perfect innings for the Baltimore Orioles

Mar. 30, 2026 at 8:03pm

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The Binghamton Rumble Ponies, the Double-A affiliate of the New York Mets, had another player from their 2025 Eastern League championship roster make his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut. Former Rumble Ponies reliever Anthony Nunez pitched two perfect innings in his MLB debut for the Baltimore Orioles over the weekend.

Why it matters

The Rumble Ponies have developed a reputation for producing talented players who go on to successful MLB careers, with Nunez being the latest example. His debut is a testament to the team's player development system and highlights the pipeline between the Mets' minor league affiliates and the major league club.

The details

Anthony Nunez, a former reliever for the Binghamton Rumble Ponies, made his MLB debut over the weekend, pitching two perfect innings for the Baltimore Orioles. Nunez was a key part of the Rumble Ponies' 2025 Eastern League championship team before being traded to the Orioles organization.

  • Nunez made his MLB debut over the weekend of March 30, 2026.

The players

Anthony Nunez

A former reliever for the Binghamton Rumble Ponies who made his MLB debut for the Baltimore Orioles, pitching two perfect innings.

Binghamton Rumble Ponies

The Double-A affiliate of the New York Mets, known for developing talented players who go on to successful MLB careers.

Baltimore Orioles

The MLB team that Anthony Nunez currently plays for after being traded from the Mets organization.

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What they’re saying

“It was a dream come true to finally make my MLB debut. I'm grateful for the opportunity and excited to continue working hard and contributing to the Orioles' success.”

— Anthony Nunez

The takeaway

Nunez's MLB debut is a testament to the Rumble Ponies' ability to develop talented players and the strong pipeline between the Mets' minor league affiliates and the major league club. His success highlights the continued importance of minor league baseball in nurturing the next generation of MLB stars.