Orioles Bolster Roster with Shane Baz from Tampa Bay
Tampa, Florida – The Baltimore Orioles have made a significant acquisition by securing the services of right-handed pitcher Shane Baz, coming from the Tampa Bay Rays. The deal involves a package of four prospects and a Competitive Balance Round A selection, as announced by the club this Friday.
In the transaction, the Rays receive outfielder Slater from Brun, catcher Caden Bodine, right-handed pitcher Michael Forrest, and outfielder Austin Overn, in addition to the aforementioned draft pick.
Baz, 26, arrives at the Orioles after a season where he made 31 starts, recording a 10-12 record, with an ERA of 4.87 and a WHIP of 1.33. In 166.1 innings pitched, he struck out 176 batters and conceded 64 walks.
The incorporation of Baz represents a strategic move for the Orioles, who are looking to strengthen their pitching staff for next season, adding a young arm with MLB experience.Additional Movements in Tampa Bay
In parallel, the Tampa Bay Rays are involved in trade negotiations involving three teams, including the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Houston Astros. In this deal, second baseman Brandon Lowe could be involved.
According to reports, Pittsburgh would receive Brandon Lowe, outfielder Jake Mangum, and left-hander Mason Montgomery; Houston would get right-hander Mike Burrows; while Tampa Bay would acquire outfielder Jacob Melton and Venezuelan pitcher Anderson Brito, both Astros prospects. The deal would still be pending physical examinations.
With these transactions, the Rays continue to adjust their roster, betting on minor league depth and financial flexibility, a strategy that has characterized the organization in recent years.
For their part, the Orioles continue to strengthen their roster with a view to remaining contenders in the American League, adding young pieces with projection and experience at the highest level.
