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Orioles Promote Dylan Beavers and Samuel Basallo to Major League Roster

The Orioles timed the promotions to preserve rookie eligibility for 2026, using corresponding moves to clear 26- and 40-man roster spots

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Overview

  • Dylan Beavers had his contract selected on August 16, made his MLB debut against the Astros and is slotted for regular starts after slashing .304/.420/.515 with 18 home runs and 23 stolen bases in Triple-A Norfolk.
  • Samuel Basallo joined the big-league club on August 17 following a .270 batting average, 23 homers and a .966 OPS in 76 games at Triple-A, adding left-handed power and catching depth behind Adley Rutschman.
  • Roster adjustments included designating Greg Allen for assignment, optioning Ryan Noda and Daniel Johnson to Triple-A, reinstating Colton Cowser from concussion protocol and transferring right-hander Zach Eflin to the 60-day injured list.
  • By delaying both promotions until after August 15, the Orioles ensured Beavers and Basallo will retain rookie status for 2026 and could earn Baltimore an extra draft pick if either wins AL Rookie of the Year.
  • With a 56-67 record and postseason contention off the table, interim manager Tony Mansolino and GM Mike Elias are using the season’s final weeks to evaluate young talent and shape the 2026 roster.