The Orioles announced Monday that they’ve claimed right-handed reliever Scott Blewett off waivers from the Twins, who’d designated him for assignment over the weekend. In a corresponding move, Baltimore designated left-hander Luis Gonzalez for assignment. Blewett is out of minor league options, so he’ll have to be plugged right into manager Brandon Hyde’s bullpen. Blewett, 29, … [Read more...] about Orioles Claim Scott Blewett
Nationals Place Orlando Ribalta On 15-Day IL, Promote Cole Henry
The Nationals are calling up right-handed pitching prospect Cole Henry, according to Joe Will of 247Sports. Henry will take the roster spot of fellow righty Orlando Ribalta, as the Nats announced that Ribalta has been placed (retroactive to April 10) on the 15-day injured list due to a right biceps strain. After posting a 13.50 ERA over his first 3 1/3 MLB innings in 2024, … [Read more...] about Nationals Place Orlando Ribalta On 15-Day IL, Promote Cole Henry
Nationals Place CJ Abrams On 10-Day Injured List
The Nationals announced that shortstop CJ Abrams has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a right hip flexor strain. Infielder Nasim Nunez was called up from Triple-A to take Abrams’ spot on the active roster. Abrams’ injury has been bothering him for the better part of a week, as he didn’t play on Monday or Tuesday before returning to action on Wednesday. The … [Read more...] about Nationals Place CJ Abrams On 10-Day Injured List
Orioles Reportedly Offered Four-Year, $180MM Deal To Corbin Burnes
The Orioles made a four-year proposal to retain Corbin Burnes during free agency, the former Cy Young winner told reporters (relayed by Jake Rill of MLB.com). Burnes himself did not specify the dollar figure. However, Roch Kubatko of MASNsports.com reports that Baltimore’s final offer was for $180MM over four seasons. Burnes ended up with the Diamondbacks on a six-year, $210MM … [Read more...] about Orioles Reportedly Offered Four-Year, $180MM Deal To Corbin Burnes
Orioles To Place Zach Eflin On Injured List With Low-Grade Lat Strain
The Orioles are shutting Zach Eflin down for a week after he was diagnosed with a low-grade lat strain, manager Brandon Hyde told reporters following tonight’s loss in Arizona (relayed by Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Banner). The righty will land on the 15-day injured list. Eflin felt the discomfort during Monday evening’s start. He tossed six innings of one-run ball before … [Read more...] about Orioles To Place Zach Eflin On Injured List With Low-Grade Lat Strain