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

Maverick Handley has rejoined the team from Triple-A Norfolk to cover behind the plate in Rutschman’s absence

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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.
Orioles relief pitcher Yennier Cano, left, embraces catcher Adley Rutschman after escaping the seventh inning in Tuesday night's eventual 6-5 loss to the Yankees in 10 innings.

Overview

  • Adley Rutschman underwent an MRI after leaving Friday’s lineup and was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left oblique strain.
  • The Orioles recalled catcher Maverick Handley from Triple-A Norfolk to fill Rutschman’s roster spot behind the plate.
  • Third baseman Jordan Westburg exited Saturday’s game at Yankee Stadium with discomfort in his left hand.
  • Baltimore has now had 21 players on the injured list this year and currently has ten sidelined.
  • Rutschman’s placement marks the first IL stint of his four-year career after the club had managed his workload by rotating him as a designated hitter.