The Baltimore Orioles have reacquired right-handed pitcher Scott Blewett from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for cash considerations. This move comes just one day after Blewett was designated for assignment by Atlanta. The 29-year-old reliever has had a journeyman season, having previously pitched for the Minnesota Twins and the Orioles. In 15 appearances this season, he holds a 2-0 record with a 3.91 ERA. Notably, Blewett had a brief stint with the Orioles earlier this year, throwing 4⅓ scoreless innings before being designated for assignment in April.
Blewett’s return to Baltimore marks the third time this spring that he has been designated for assignment and subsequently acquired by a different team. His career MLB statistics include a 3-1 record and a 3.02 ERA over 66 games. The Orioles have designated outfielder Jordyn Adams to make room for Blewett on the roster and have reinstated outfielder Ramon Laureano from the injured list.
This transaction reflects the Orioles’ ongoing strategy to bolster their bullpen depth. Blewett’s experience and versatility add valuable options to the team’s relief corps as they continue to navigate the season.
In related news, the Atlanta Braves have recalled veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel from Triple-A Gwinnett following a bullpen collapse that led to an 11-10 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Kimbrel, a nine-time All-Star and former Braves closer, had been pitching in the minors after signing a minor league contract with Atlanta in March. The Braves also traded Blewett to the Orioles for cash considerations, aiming to address their bullpen needs.
The Orioles are set to face the Oakland Athletics tonight at 7:05 PM PDT. The upcoming schedule includes a series against the Detroit Tigers, followed by games against the Los Angeles Angels and the Tampa Bay Rays. These matchups will be crucial as the Orioles look to strengthen their bullpen and improve their standing in the league.
