Orioles Trade Mike Baumann to Mariners for Catcher Prospect Blake Hunt

Baltimore acquires promising minor league catcher following Baumann's designation for assignment

Mike Baumann, a right-handed reliever, joins the Mariners after being designated for assignment by the Orioles.
Blake Hunt, the Mariners' No. 23 prospect, has shown strong performance in Triple-A this season.
The trade includes minor league catcher Michael Pérez moving to Seattle's Triple-A team.
Baumann recorded a 3.44 ERA with 16 strikeouts in 18.1 innings for Baltimore this season.
Hunt is expected to report to Triple-A Norfolk, adding depth to Baltimore's catching prospects.