Orioles' Xavier Avery: Status depends on Kim's contract

Avery is in roster limbo as he awaits the status of Hyun-soo Kim, MASN Sports reports.

Avery went 10-for-32 with four home runs, a triple, two doubles and two steals this spring. He also walked 10 times, but had 13 strikeouts. Hyun-soo Kim has refused Baltimore's request to begin the season at Triple-A. The club could keep him on the roster over Avery, or he could return to the Korean League, though it could be difficult for a Korean team to match Baltimore's $7 million commitment. Avery would be a utility player for the Orioles, or he could split outfield playing time in Triple-A. His status will be determined over the weekend.