Baltimore Orioles Strengthen Catching Depth Before Final Game Against Diamondbacks
Orioles add catching depth ahead of final game with Diamondbacks
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The Baltimore Orioles have added catcher Sam Huff from Triple-A Norfolk as a backup for Samuel Basallo, following Adley Rutschman's ankle injury. This move comes just before the Orioles' final game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, aiming to bolster their roster amid injury challenges.
- 01Adley Rutschman has been placed on the injured list due to left ankle inflammation.
- 02Samuel Basallo will start as the primary catcher in Rutschman's absence.
- 03Sam Huff, a veteran catcher, has been promoted from Triple-A Norfolk to back up Basallo.
- 04Huff has played five seasons in the majors, with a batting average of .208 last season.
- 05The Orioles expect Rutschman to return by the end of April.
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The Baltimore Orioles are making roster adjustments ahead of their final game against the Arizona Diamondbacks due to injuries affecting key players. Catcher Adley Rutschman was placed on the injured list on April 11 with left ankle inflammation, prompting the Orioles to elevate Samuel Basallo as the primary catcher. To provide additional support, the team has selected the contract of Sam Huff from Triple-A Norfolk. Huff, a veteran with experience in the major leagues, has struggled at the plate this season, hitting .156 in nine games at Triple-A. He previously played 20 games for the San Francisco Giants last season, posting a batting average of .208. In order to make room for Huff, the Orioles designated left-hander Jayvien Sandridge for assignment and optioned Nick Raquet to Triple-A. The organization anticipates Rutschman's return by the end of April, making Huff's addition a timely decision to bolster their catching depth.
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The addition of Sam Huff provides the Orioles with crucial depth at the catcher position, ensuring that the team can maintain performance levels while Rutschman recovers.
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