Orioles quietly land veteran from AL West contender in surprise move

Orioles Quietly Acquire Veteran from AL West Contender

MLB Free Agency officially begins Thursday night, but the Baltimore Orioles have already been active throughout the week. Alongside naming Craig Albernaz as their next manager, the Orioles reversed a midseason trade with the Chicago Cubs, reacquiring Andrew Kittredge to strengthen their bullpen.

Bolstering the Bullpen and Bench

The Orioles further enhanced their pitching depth by claiming right-hander George Soriano off waivers from the Miami Marlins. They continued adding roster pieces on Wednesday night, obtaining a versatile bench player also from the Marlins.

Leody Taveras Signing Confirmed

After days of speculation from Mike Rodriguez, Jon Heyman confirmed the Orioles have signed veteran outfielder Leody Taveras. The one-year deal, valued at $2 million, brings Taveras to Baltimore for the upcoming season.

"It is a one-year deal for $2MM for Taveras to join the Orioles."

Career Overview of Leody Taveras

Taveras debuted in the Major Leagues in 2020 and primarily played for the Texas Rangers before closing 2025 with the Seattle Mariners. His offensive numbers declined notably after joining the Mariners, hitting just .174/.198/.272 across 98 plate appearances this season.

Despite offensive struggles, Taveras has consistently shown above-average defensive skills and the potential to steal bases, attributes that could benefit the Orioles’ bench depth next year.

"Throughout his career, Taveras' defense has trended toward being above average, and the threat of him stealing should be a welcome addition to the Orioles' bench next season."

Author’s summary: The Orioles quietly strengthened their roster by re-acquiring bullpen arms and signing veteran outfielder Leody Taveras, aiming to boost both pitching depth and bench versatility for the next season.

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