The Baltimore Orioles signed reliever Andrew Kittredge to a one-year, $10MM contract, but he has yet to impact the team's performance due to injury. Kittredge has made progress on his rehab assignment, with his manager noting positive reports regarding his throwing. His return could bolster a struggling bullpen, although it may necessitate difficult decisions regarding roster cuts. Furthermore, if Kittredge performs well post-injury, he could become a trade asset for the O's, who are currently facing challenges in the season.
All good news with how he's throwing the baseball and how he feels. I think he throws again this weekend and then he'll do a back-to-back and maybe another one.
If Kittredge can get back to that level of performance, he'll be a nice upgrade to the relief corps. However, it might require a tough decision on who goes out.
It's possible that Kittredge could eventually emerge as a trade candidate this summer, if he performs well after being reinstated from the IL. The O's are now 15-27.
Kittredge's deal contains a $9MM club option for 2026 with a $1MM buyout.
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