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Orioles Activate Westburg and Mullins, Option Kjerstad to Triple-A

The roster adjustments aim to address a lineup depleted by injuries in pursuit of a playoff spot.

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May 28, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles center fielder Cedric Mullins (31) scores a run on Baltimore Orioles center fielder Dylan Carlson (15) (not pictured) RBI single against the St. Louis Cardinals during the fourth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images/File Photo
Apr 23, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Baltimore Orioles second base Jordan Westburg (11) warms up before the game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images/File Photo
Infielder Jordan Westburg, shown celebrating a home run with his Orioles earlier this season, is with the Tides this week as he works his way back from a fractured left thumb. (Christopher Katsarov/The Canadian Press via AP)

Overview

  • Third baseman Jordan Westburg returned after a left hamstring strain sustained on April 28 and a preceding upper-body issue, completing an eight-game rehab stint at Triple-A Norfolk.
  • Center fielder Cedric Mullins rejoined the Orioles without a minor league assignment and maintains his team lead with 10 home runs.
  • Outfielder Heston Kjerstad was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk and infielder Emmanuel Rivera was designated for assignment to clear roster space.
  • Infielders Colton Cowser and Ramón Laureano were activated earlier this week, further strengthening Baltimore’s depth.
  • Additional roster moves will be necessary when outfielder Tyler O’Neill and catcher Gary Sánchez finish their rehabilitation assignments later this month.