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Orioles Place Rutschman on 10-Day IL, Promote Handley and Option Cano

The move underscores a deeper injury crisis with 21 players sidelined this season.

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May 26, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles catcher Maverick Handley (98) at bat against the St. Louis Cardinals during the third inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images/File Photo
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.

Overview

  • Catcher Adley Rutschman was placed on the 10-day injured list after an MRI confirmed a left oblique strain and is expected to miss time through the All-Star break.
  • The Orioles recalled veteran backstop Maverick Handley from Triple-A Norfolk to fill the catching void left by Rutschman’s absence.
  • Reliever Yennier Cano was optioned to Triple-A and right-hander Yaramil Hiraldo was summoned to reinforce a taxed bullpen.
  • Third baseman Jordan Westburg exited Saturday’s game with left hand discomfort, adding to the Orioles’ mounting injury toll.
  • Despite prospect Samuel Basallo’s strong Triple-A performance, Baltimore has opted to rely on more seasoned depth rather than rush him to the majors.