Overview

• Orioles general manager Mike Elias traded the Gold Glove infielder to Houston in late July for 20-year-old pitching prospect Twine Palmer.
• Urías said he was “in shock” when he learned of the move and did not expect to leave a team that controlled his contract through 2026.
• He spent two days settling his nerves and regaining focus before joining Houston’s clubhouse.
• In his first start at second base on Friday, Urías will play against the team he called home for six seasons.
• The deal highlights Baltimore’s shift into seller mode after a 55–66 slump and Houston’s push to reinforce a roster chasing the AL West crown.