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Orioles Place Adley Rutschman on 10-Day IL With Oblique Strain

Baltimore will rely on Gary Sánchez behind the plate after MRI results confirmed Rutschman’s left oblique strain.

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Jun 7, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Baltimore Orioles designated hitter Adley Rutschman (35) rounds third base and scores a run against the Athletics during the fifth inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images/File Photo
Baltimore Orioles' Adley Rutschman (35) reacts to a called strike during his at-bat in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Detroit Tigers, Tuesday, June 10, 2025, in Baltimore.
Baltimore Orioles' Jordan Westburg watches his double off Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Zack Littell during the second inning of a baseball game Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Overview

  • Adley Rutschman was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday after an MRI revealed a left oblique strain, marking the first IL stint of his career.
  • Rutschman felt abdominal tightness during Friday’s batting practice, prompting his removal from the lineup ahead of Saturday’s game.
  • To fill the open roster spot, the Orioles recalled catcher Maverick Handley from Triple-A Norfolk.
  • Veteran Gary Sánchez has been handed an everyday catching role and is scheduled to start behind the plate for Baltimore’s day game.
  • Interim manager Tony Mansolino praised Rutschman’s durability and confirmed that top prospect Samuel Basallo will remain in Triple-A until further development.