The Orioles have already made a few notable moves in the lead-up to the trade deadline. They sent outfielder Austin Hays to the Phillies for fellow outfielder Cristian Pache and reliever Seranthony Domínguez, and also bolstered their rotation by acquiring Zach Eflin from the Rays. But they still have work to do, with Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reporting that they are looking … [Read more...] about Orioles Still Looking To Make Additions
Orioles Release Jonathan Heasley
July 25: The Orioles announced that Heasley has been released. Per Roch Kubatko of MASNsports.com on X, Heasley hasn’t pitched lately due to right shoulder inflammation. Since injured players can’t be put on outright waivers, the O’s have gone the release route instead. July 24: The Orioles announced that they have selected the contract of pitching prospect Chayce McDermott, a … [Read more...] about Orioles Release Jonathan Heasley
Orioles Acquire Zach Eflin From Rays
The Orioles have acquired right-hander Zach Eflin and cash considerations from the Rays in exchange for three prospects, per announcements from both clubs. Going to the Rays are outfielder Matthew Etzel, right-hander Jackson Baumeister and utility player Mac Horvath. Right-hander Vinny Nittoli has been designated for assignment by the O’s to get Eflin onto their roster. Eflin, … [Read more...] about Orioles Acquire Zach Eflin From Rays
Notable Draft Signings: 7/25/24
Pre-draft rankings and scouting reports are provided by Keith Law of the Athletic, Baseball America, FanGraphs and ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel. A round-up of today’s draft signings for upwards of $2MM: The Mets agreed to terms with 19th overall pick Carson Benge on a $3.9975MM bonus, reports Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline (X link). That’s narrowly below the approximate $4.22MM slot … [Read more...] about Notable Draft Signings: 7/25/24
Orioles Have Reportedly Shown Interest In Jameson Taillon
The Orioles are among the teams that have expressed some interest in Cubs starter Jameson Taillon, reports Bruce Levine of 670 The Score. USA Today’s Bob Nightengale connected two other AL East teams — the Yankees and Red Sox — to Taillon over the weekend. Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer admitted recently that the front office was prioritizing next season and … [Read more...] about Orioles Have Reportedly Shown Interest In Jameson Taillon