Baltimore Orioles Sign Japanese Ace Tomoyuki Sugano to Bolster Rotation

The Orioles continue offseason moves with a $13 million deal for the Central League MVP while facing decisions on re-signing Corbin Burnes.

The Baltimore Orioles signed 35-year-old Tomoyuki Sugano, a three-time Japanese Central League MVP, to a one-year, $13 million contract.
Sugano, known for his six-pitch mix and elite command, is expected to strengthen the middle of Baltimore's rotation after a standout 2024 season in Japan.
The Orioles have spent $71 million in free agency this offseason, adding Sugano, Tyler O’Neill, and Gary Sánchez to their roster.
Discussions continue over whether the Orioles will pursue a record-breaking deal to retain free agent ace Corbin Burnes, who excelled in 2024 with a 2.92 ERA and a strong postseason performance.
Baltimore aims to remain competitive in the AL East against high-spending rivals like the Yankees, who recently signed Max Fried to an eight-year, $218 million contract.