Overview

• Adley Rutschman felt abdominal tightness during Friday’s batting practice and received an MRI the next morning that diagnosed a left oblique strain.
• This marks the first career injured list stint for Rutschman, who had appeared in 92.7% of the Orioles’ games since his 2022 debut.
• The Orioles recalled veteran catcher Maverick Handley from Triple-A Norfolk to take Rutschman’s roster spot.
• Gary Sánchez will assume primary catching duties and is slated to start behind the plate throughout Rutschman’s absence.
• Interim manager Tony Mansolino said Baltimore will rely on its current depth rather than rushing top prospect Samuel Basallo to the majors.