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The Orioles have made the following roster moves:
- Selected the contract of INF Vimael Machín from Triple-A Norfolk. He will wear No. 65.
- Placed INF Jordan Westburg (right ankle sprain) on the 10-day Injured List, retroactive to August 19.
- Transferred C Gary Sánchez (right knee sprain) to the 60-day Injured List.
The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 40 players.
The Orioles today announced that they have agreed to terms with catcher SAMUEL BASALLO on an eight-year contract extension covering the 2026-33 seasons with a club option for 2034.
Basallo, 21, made his major league debut on August 17 at Houston and became the first player signed and developed by the Orioles’ international program under Executive Vice President and General Manager MIKE ELIAS, Vice President of International Scouting and Operations KOBY PEREZ, and Vice President of Player Development and Domestic Scouting MATT BLOOD to debut in the majors. Basallo is currently ranked the No. 7 overall prospect by Baseball America and No. 8 by MLB Pipeline while being rated the top catching prospect by both outlets.
“The agreement with Samuel is just a catalyst for the next exciting period of Orioles baseball,” said Orioles Control Owner DAVID RUBENSTEIN. “I thank Mike Elias, Koby Perez, and the entire baseball operations group for their effort and diligence in securing Samuel as a key piece of the future of the organization.”
Basallo originally signed with the Orioles as an international free agent on January 15, 2021, out of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Following his debut season in the Dominican Summer League, he played stateside for the first time, spending 2022 in the Florida Complex League. Basallo gained momentum as a major prospect in 2023 after collecting 53 extra-base hits (26 doubles, 7 triples, 20 home runs) in 114 minor league games with Single-A Delmarva, High-A Aberdeen, and Double-A Chesapeake. He debuted as a top 50 overall prospect on both MLB Pipeline’s (No. 50) and Baseball America’s (No. 42) 2023 midseason prospect rankings, eventually rising into the top 10 by the middle of 2024 after participating in the All-Star Futures Game. All the while, Basallo was studying in the Orioles’ educational program, designed to help international players receive a high-school diploma. He finished his coursework in June 2024 and is one of 30 players to graduate from the program since its inception in 2020.
“We are thrilled to agree with Samuel long-term and are delighted about what this means for him and his family,” said Elias. “His debut and this extension are big achievements for our organization, beginning with the work of our international scouting staff and carried forward successfully by our entire player development operation. I thank the ownership group, led by David Rubenstein, for supporting our investment in Samuel as we pursue consistent success on the field, now and in the future.”
The Orioles have made the following roster moves:
- Selected the contract of RHP Matt Bowman from Triple-A Norfolk. He will wear No. 51.
- Placed RHP Brandon Young (left hamstring strain) on the 15-day Injured List.
- Transferred RHP Félix Bautista (right shoulder surgery) to the 60-day Injured List.
The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 40 players.
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The Orioles have made the following roster move:
- OF Jordyn Adams has cleared outright waivers and accepted an assignment to Triple-A Norfolk.
The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 39 players.
The Washington Nationals recalled first baseman Andrés Chaparro from Triple-A Rochester on Tuesday and optioned infielder José Tena to Triple-A Rochester following the game on Sunday. Nationals Interim General Manager Mike DeBartolo made the announcement.
Chaparro, 26, hit .274 with 14 doubles, 15 home runs, 48 RBI, 34 walks, one stolen base and 32 runs scored in 53 games between Triple-A Rochester and the FCL Nationals in 2025. He led qualified Nationals farmhands with a .574 slugging percentage and a .956 OPS from May 14 through Aug. 17. Despite playing in just 53 games, he ranks among Nationals Minor Leaguers in home runs (3rd), extra-base hits (T6th) and RBI (7th) this season.
Chaparro joins the Nationals after reaching safely in 21 of his last 22 games and hitting safely in 19 of the 22. He hit .329 (28-for-85) with seven doubles, eight home runs, 22 RBI, 17 walks, one stolen base and 18 runs scored during this stretch that included a 20-game on-base streak and an 11-game hitting streak.
Acquired at the 2024 Trade Deadline from the Arizona Diamondbacks, this marks Chaparro’s second Major League stint of the season. He appeared in four games for Washington from June 10-20, going 1-for-11 (.091) with a double and walk. In 2024, Chaparro hit .215 with 12 doubles, four home runs, 15 RBI, seven walks, one stolen base and 12 runs scored in 33 games during his first Major League season.
The Orioles have made the following roster move:
- OF Greg Allen elected free agency in lieu of accepting an outright assignment to Triple-A Norfolk.
The Orioles have made the following roster move:
- C Maverick Handley (right wrist sprain) was returned from his rehab assignment, reinstated from the 10-day Injured List, and optioned to Triple-A Norfolk.
The Orioles have made the following roster moves:
- Selected the contract of C/1B Samuel Basallo from Triple-A Norfolk. He will wear No. 29 and his first appearance will be his MLB debut.
- Reinstated OF Colton Cowser from the 7-day concussion Injured List.
- Optioned OF Daniel Johnson and 1B/OF Ryan Noda to Triple-A Norfolk after yesterday’s game.
- Transferred RHP Zach Eflin (low back discomfort) to the 60-day Injured List.
The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 40 players.
The Orioles have made the following roster moves:
- Selected the contract of OF Dylan Beavers from Triple-A Norfolk. He will wear No. 12 and his first appearance will be his MLB debut.
- Designated OF Greg Allen for assignment.
The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 40 players.
The Washington Nationals returned from rehabilitation assignment and reinstated outfielder Dylan Crews from the 60-day Injured List and designated first baseman Nathaniel Lowe for assignment on Thursday. Nationals Interim General Manager Mike DeBartolo made the announcement.
Crews, 23, returns to the active roster after playing in 13 rehab games with Triple-A Rochester. He went 10-for-41 (.244) with a double, two home runs, seven, RBI, one walk, one stolen base and five runs scored while appearing in right field (9 G) and designated hitter (4 G). He hit safely in six of seven games from Aug. 2 through Aug. 9, going 10-for-27 (.370) with a .630 slugging percentage (2B, 2 HR) along the way.
At the time of his injury, Crews was leading National League rookies in home runs (7), stolen bases (T1st, 11) and was fourth with 24 runs scored. He was placed on the 10-day Injured List with a left oblique strain on May 21 and was transferred to the 60-day Injured List on July 22. In 45 games with the Nationals prior to the injury, he hit .196 with a double, triple, seven home runs, 15 RBI, 11 walks, 11 stolen bases and 24 runs scored.
The Orioles today announced the full slate of celebrations to recognize the 30th anniversary of National Baseball Hall of Famer CAL RIPKEN, JR. surpassing the said-to-be-unbreakable record for consecutive games played, when the club hosts the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday, September 6, at 7:05 p.m. ET. Ripken solidified himself as baseball’s version of Iron Man on September 6, 1995, when he took the field for his 2,131st consecutive game, passing National Baseball Hall of Famer LOU GEHRIG’s mark of 2,130 games.
Ripken will be in attendance that evening and joined by former teammates, opponents, celebrities, friends, and family. The list of those invited who so far confirmed their attendance and will participate in the evening’s festivities include National Baseball Hall of Famers HAROLD BAINES, EDDIE MURRAY, MIKE MUSSINA, and JIM PALMER; Orioles Hall of Famers BRADY ANDERSON, AL BUMBRY, and B.J. SURHOFF; former Orioles BEN McDONALD, RAFAEL PALMEIRO, and LARRY SHEETS; former Oriole broadcaster JON MILLER; and Commissioner of Baseball ROBERT D. MANFRED, JR.
Pregame ceremonies will begin at approximately 6:25 p.m. and be carried live on MASN. To pay homage to the night 30 years ago, Ripken will greet fans throughout the ballpark as he is driven around the warning track in a red Corvette convertible, making his way to home plate. Ripken will share some remarks in front of the crowd and then catch the ceremonial first pitch, thrown by his son, RYAN RIPKEN. Ripken will also be joined by other family members and friends for the celebration.
The Warehouse will be adorned with the legendary 2-1-3-1 number banners, and adjacent to his statue in Legends Park, fans can peruse a museum installation that includes memorabilia from Ripken’s personal collection including his full uniform from that evening and other exclusive pieces. Each game ball for that evening’s matchup will be stamped with a 2131 logo, and commemorative logo-adorned cups will be available for purchase at concessions stands throughout the ballpark. The Orioles Team Store will also have a variety of exclusive 2131 merchandise available for purchase.
Throughout the evening, fans will be able to enjoy various in-park elements including scoreboard games, trivia, and music from 1995. Proceeds from sales at the Orioles Authentics Store, and proceeds collected during the night’s 50/50 raffle, will benefit the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation and their mission to create STEM centers in schools.
Partnership debuted during Orioles Hall of Fame weekend with custom timepieces for inductees
The Orioles today announced a new partnership with Tsao Baltimore, a locally owned luxury watch brand known for its quality timepieces that pay tribute to Maryland’s rich heritage. As part of this multi-year partnership, Tsao Baltimore designed a custom, Orioles-branded timepiece to honor the legacy of Birdland and the pride of Baltimore. The partnership debuted this weekend during Orioles Hall of Fame celebrations and will continue through the 2027 season.
"We're thrilled to partner with a Baltimore-based company like Tsao that shares our deep connection to the community and commitment to excellence," said DON ROVAK, Orioles Chief Revenue Officer. "This collaboration reflects the Orioles' pride in our city and state, and the timeless legacy we continue to build."
To mark the occasion, Tsao Baltimore presented exclusive, custom-designed watches to Orioles Hall of Fame inductees, former center fielder ADAM JONES, former outfielder JOE ORSULAK, and longtime broadcaster TOM DAVIS during Saturday’s on-field ceremony, offering each honoree a lasting symbol of their achievement. The brand was also featured at Friday’s Hall of Fame luncheon, where attendees explored Tsao’s full collection of Maryland-inspired timepieces. Throughout the partnership, Tsao will maintain a presence on the club level at Oriole Park with branded signage, reinforcing shared values of craftsmanship, legacy, and local pride.
"We’re incredibly excited to be the proud watch company of the Baltimore Orioles,” said Tsao Baltimore founder ALAN TSAO. “As someone that was born and raised in Maryland, this is a dream come true."
The Orioles have made the following roster moves:
- Activated OF Daniel Johnson. He will wear No. 56.
- Optioned OF Jordyn Adams to Triple-A Norfolk.
The Orioles have made the following roster moves:
- Claimed OF Daniel Johnson off waivers from the San Francisco Giants. He has not yet reported.
- Selected the contract of RHP Jose Espada from Triple-A Norfolk and optioned him to Triple-A Norfolk.
- Designated RHP Houston Roth for assignment.
The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 40 players.
The Orioles have made the following roster moves:
- INF Ryan Mountcastle (right hamstring strain) was returned from his rehab assignment and reinstated from the 60-day Injured List.
- Recalled OF Jordyn Adams from Triple-A Norfolk.
- Placed OF Colton Cowser on the 7-day concussion Injured List, retroactive to August 7.
- Placed OF Tyler O'Neill (right wrist inflammation) on the 10-day Injured List, retroactive to August 6.
The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 39 players.
The Orioles today announced that they have signed outfielder GREG ALLEN to a one-year major league contract for the 2025 season. He will wear No. 25.
Allen, 32, batted .270/.355/.440 (54-for-200) with 14 doubles, one triple, six home runs, 31 runs scored, 32 RBI, and 11 stolen bases in 61 games with Triple-A Iowa of the Chicago Cubs organization earlier this season. He was released on August 4. The switch-hitter has played 304 career games with the New York Yankees (2021, 2023), Pittsburgh Pirates (2022), San Diego Padres (2020), and Cleveland Guardians (2017-2020) while appearing in 139 games in center field, 119 in left field, and 56 in right field. He’s 48-of-57 (84.2%) in stolen base attempts in his MLB career. The former sixth round selection by Cleveland in the 2014 First-Year Player Draft attended San Diego State University (CA), playing three seasons for the late National Baseball Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn.
The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 38 players.
The Orioles have made the following roster move:
- INF/OF Vidal Bruján claimed off outright waivers by the Atlanta Braves.
The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 37 players.
The Washington Nationals recalled right-handed pitcher Cade Cavalli on Wednesday and optioned Andry Lara to Triple-A Rochester on Tuesday. Nationals Interim General Manager Mike DeBartolo made the announcement.
The Nationals No. 6 prospect according to MLBPipeline.com and No. 10 prospect according to Baseball America, Cavalli, 26, will return to the mound at Nationals Park tonight for the first time since his Major League debut on Aug. 26, 2022, when he struck out six in 4.1 innings against the Cincinnati Reds.
A first-round pick out of the University of Oklahoma by the Nationals in the 2020 First-Year Player Draft, Cavalli missed 2023 and 2024 recovering from Tommy John Surgery. Before his injury, he led all of Minor League Baseball in strikeouts with 175 in 2021 and was named to the SiriusXM All-Star Futures Game twice (2021 and 2022) and was recognized as the Nationals Minor League Pitcher of the Year twice (2021 and 2022).
Cavalli struck out 25 in 20.1 innings across his last four Triple-A starts. He has not issued a walk in either of his last two outings, totaling 10.0 innings. Overall, Cavalli is 4-7 with a 5.35 ERA and 79 strikeouts in 74.0 innings in 17 Minor League starts this season.
Lara, 22, pitched to an 8.79 ERA in nine games for Washington this season.
The Orioles have made the following roster move:
INF/OF Terrin Vavra has cleared outright waivers and accepted an assignment to Triple-A Norfolk.
