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The Orioles have made the following roster moves:
- Selected the contract of C Chadwick Tromp from Triple-A Norfolk. He will wear No. 41.
- Designated UTL Cooper Hummel for assignment.
The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 39 players.
The Orioles have made the following roster move:
- Returned 27th man LHP Trevor Rogers to Triple-A Norfolk after today’s doubleheader.
The Orioles have made the following roster moves:
- Selected the contract of RHP Yaramil Hiraldo from Triple-A Norfolk. He will wear No. 76 and his first appearance will be his MLB debut.
- Designated LHP Cionel Pérez for assignment.
The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 39 players.
The Orioles have made the following roster moves:
- Placed OF Ramón Laureano (left ankle sprain) on the 10-day Injured List, retroactive to May 21.
- Selected the contract of INF/OF Terrin Vavra from Triple-A Norfolk. He will wear No. 54.
- Appointed LHP Trevor Rogers from Triple-A Norfolk as the 27th man for today’s doubleheader.
The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 39 players.
The Washington Nationals selected the contract of outfielder Daylen Lile from Triple-A Rochester and placed outfielder Jacob Young on the 10-day Injured List (retroactive to May 20) with a left shoulder AC sprain on Friday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement.
Lile, 22, joins the Nationals after leading the organization in batting average (.337), OPS (.892), hits (55) and runs scored (30) in 39 games between Double-A Harrisburg and Triple-A Rochester this season. His 55 hits and five triples are tied for fifth in all of Minor League Baseball. Additionally, he ranks second in Washington’s system in on-base percentage (.383) and extra-base hits (17), tied for second in doubles (9) and third in slugging percentage (.509). Lile also recorded three home runs, 12 walks and nine stolen bases prior to having his contract selected.
Lile joins the Nationals for his first career Major League assignment after hitting safely in 15 of his last 16 games with the Red Wings. He hit .397 (25-for-63) with four doubles, one triple, one home run, nine RBI, eight walks, three stolen bases and 13 runs scored during this stretch which included a 12-game hitting streak.
Washington’s second-round pick in the 2021 First-Year Player Draft, Lile was Washington’s “Nationals Way” Award winner in 2024 after he led the system in triples (10), tied for the lead in doubles (23) and ranked in hits (2nd, 127), total bases (T3rd , 188), walks (T3rd, 54), OBP (4th, .347), OPS (4th, .735), runs scored (4th, 69), batting average (5th, .262) and stolen bases (T6th, 25).
Lile hit .273 with a .356 on-base percentage and a .421 slugging percentage in 294 career games across four professional seasons. He’s recorded 61 doubles, 25 triples, 18 home runs, 144 RBI, 133 walks, 59 stolen bases and 180 runs scored.
The Orioles are heartbroken to share the news of the passing of longtime Baltimore sportswriter and official scorer JIM HENNEMAN. Henny’s friendly demeanor, words of wisdom, and historical anecdotes will be dearly missed. We are all better for knowing him and are eternally grateful for his dedication to the Orioles for more than eight decades. The Camden Yards’ press box will forever bear his name and be a welcoming place to remember and recognize his life and legacy.
Due to planned activity in Washington, D.C., the start time for the Saturday, June 14, game between the Washington Nationals and Miami Marlins has been moved up to 1:05 p.m. from 4:05 p.m.
The Washington Nationals recalled outfielder Robert Hassell III from Triple-A Rochester and placed outfielder Dylan Crews on the 10-day Injured List with a left oblique strain on Wednesday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement.
Hassell III, 23, joins the Nationals for his first career Major League assignment after hitting .288 with seven doubles, four homers, 24 RBI, 12 walks, nine stolen bases and 19 runs scored in 43 games with Triple-A Rochester this season. His 24 RBI rank second in Washington’s Minor League system, while his 47 hits are tied for second. Named the "Best Defensive Outfielder" in Washington's system according to Baseball America prior to the 2025 season, Hassell III appeared in 39 games in center field and one game in right field in 2025.
Hassell III hit .365 (23-for-63) with a .603 slugging percentage (3 2B, 4 HR) in his last 16 games dating to May 1. In his final game prior to being recalled, Hassell III went 3-for-4 with two doubles, two RBI and one run scored in Rochester’s 9-4 win over Syracuse on Tuesday night.
The No. 8 overall pick in the 2020 First-Year Player Draft, Hassell III put on a strong showing in Spring Training, going 17-for-46 (.370) with a .408 on-base percentage (3 BB) and a .543 slugging percentage (5 2B, HR) in 21 Grapefruit League games in 2025.
Acquired at the 2022 Trade Deadline along with with CJ Abrams, MacKenzie Gore, James Wood and Minor League right-handed pitcher Jarlin Susana, Hassell III has hit .263 with with 90 doubles, nine triples, 40 home runs, 239 RBI, 97 stolen bases and 283 runs scored in 471 professional games between San Diego’s and Washington’s organizations.
The Orioles have made the following roster moves:
- Recalled RHP Chayce McDermott from Triple-A Norfolk.
- Optioned RHP Kade Strowd to Triple-A Norfolk.
- Released RHP Kyle Gibson.
The Mid-Atlantic Sports Network (MASN) today announced that beginning later this month, it will air select Baltimore Orioles and Washington Nationals minor league affiliate games live across MASN, MASN2, and MASN+.
“We are excited to announce the addition of these minor league games, which will allow both Nationals and Orioles fans to see the franchises’ stars of tomorrow on MASN today and further connect them to their teams,” said GREG BADER, MASN Executive Vice President and General Manager.
In April, MASN announced the launch of MASN+, a direct-to-consumer streaming option allowing in-market fans the option to watch Orioles and Nationals baseball with no blackouts and no cable or satellite subscription. MASN+ subscribers get all MASN programming, including the affiliate games. Fans can subscribe at MASNSports.com.
The Orioles and Nationals farm systems each boast multiple players on MLB Pipeline’s Top 100 list including No. 16 Samuel Basallo (BAL), No. 17 Coby Mayo (BAL), No. 62 Travis Sykora (WSH), No. 66 Jarlin Susana (WSH), and No. 95 Brady House (WSH).
A full schedule of affiliate games airing on MASN can be found below.
The Baltimore Orioles today announced that Manager BRANDON HYDE has been relieved of his duties.
“As the head of baseball operations, the poor start to our season is ultimately my responsibility,” said Orioles Executive Vice President and General Manager MIKE ELIAS. “Part of that responsibility is pursuing difficult changes in order to set a different course for the future.
I want to thank Brandon for his hard work, dedication, and passion all these years, and for returning the team to the playoffs and winning an AL East Championship. His many positive contributions to this organization and to Baltimore will remain, and we wish he and his family the best.”
“Brandon Hyde is someone I have come to know and deeply admire, not only for his extensive knowledge of baseball, but also for his exceptional leadership as a manager,” said Orioles Control Owner DAVID RUBENSTEIN. “I am sincerely grateful for his significant accomplishments over the past six years, which have greatly benefited both the Orioles and the city of Baltimore.
However, as is sometimes the case in baseball, change becomes necessary, and we believe this is one of those moments. The Orioles organization is truly appreciative of everything Brandon has contributed during his tenure, and we wish him nothing but success in whatever path he chooses next in the world of baseball.
The Orioles have made the following roster move:
- Added RHP Chayce McDermott from Triple-A Norfolk to serve as the 27th man for today’s doubleheader. He will wear No. 59 and start game two.
Earlier today, the Orioles presented the All Faiths Food Bank with a donation of the proceeds from the 2025 Spring Training 50/50 Raffle at Ed Smith Stadium. In total, over $47,000 was raised for All Faiths, the only food bank, and largest hunger relief organization in Sarasota and DeSoto counties. All Faiths provides millions of meals each year in collaboration with more than 300 agencies and programs throughout the community.
Following the aftermath of Hurricane Milton in October 2024, the Orioles expanded their commitment to All Faiths, as part of the club’s ongoing efforts to support Sarasota and its surrounding communities. In addition to supporting All Faiths, and in direct response to the hurricane, the Orioles also helped raise more than $1.2 million to benefit the Community Foundation of Sarasota County’s Season of Sharing.
The Orioles have made the following roster moves:
- Reinstated INF Ramón Urías (right hamstring strain) from the 10-day Injured List.
- Optioned OF Dylan Carlson to Triple-A Norfolk after yesterday’s postponed game.
Tonight’s scheduled game between the Orioles and Minnesota Twins has been postponed due to inclement weather. The game will be made up as part of a traditional (single-admission) doubleheader tomorrow, Wednesday, May 14. Due to additional impending weather, Wednesday’s game one will now begin at 12:05 p.m. ET, followed by game two approximately 30 minutes after the first game concludes. Gates will open at 11 a.m.
Original ticket buyers for tonight's postponed game should visit Orioles.com/Weather for information regarding their tickets. Tickets dated for Wednesday’s originally-scheduled 6:35 p.m. game will be valid for both games of the doubleheader, which has been pushed up to 12:05 p.m. due to additional impending weather. For any fans holding tickets to Wednesday's originally-scheduled 6:35 p.m. game, and who are unable to attend at the new time should visit Orioles.com/Weather for options. Fans can continue to access their tickets through the MLB Ballpark App and can transfer or resell these tickets at SeatGeek.com.
Healthcare Appreciation Night has been rescheduled to a future date, which will be announced in the coming weeks. Fans who purchased this theme night ticket package will be contacted with additional information regarding the status of their ticket.
Both games of the doubleheader will be broadcast on MASN2 and on the Orio
The Orioles have made the following roster moves:
- Reinstated RHP Zach Eflin (right lat strain) from the 15-day Injured List. He will start today’s game.
- Optioned RHP Colin Selby to Triple-A Norfolk.
- Returned LHP Trevor Rogers (right knee subluxation) from his rehab assignment, reinstated him from the 15-day Injured List, and optioned him to Triple-A Norfolk.
The Washington Nationals recalled right-handed pitcher Zach Brzykcy from Triple-A Rochester on Saturday and requested unconditional release waivers on right-handed pitcher Lucas Sims on Friday night. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement.
Brzykcy, 25, pitched to a 2.35 ERA (2 ER/7.2 IP) with 14 strikeouts, three walks and a .207 opponents’ batting average in eight Minor League appearances this season. This will be his second stint with the Nationals. He served as the 27th man for the doubleheader against the Cleveland Guardians on May 6. He allowed one earned run on two hits with one strikeout in one inning of relief.
Brzykcy made his Major League debut in 2024 after going undrafted in the 2020 First-Year Player Draft. He recorded a 2.04 ERA with 43 strikeouts and a .130 opponents’ average in 30 games across four Minor League levels before his debut on Sept. 1 vs. Chicago (NL).
Sims, 31, went 1-0 with a 13.86 ERA in 18 appearances out of Washington’s bullpen in 2025.
The Orioles have made the following roster moves:
- Reinstated OF Tyler O’Neill (neck inflammation) from the 10-day Injured List.
- Optioned INF Coby Mayo to Triple-A Norfolk after yesterday’s game.
- LHP Walter Pennington cleared outright waivers and has been assigned to Triple-A Norfolk.
The Orioles today announced that they have acquired right-handed pitcher LUIS F. CASTILLO from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for cash considerations. He has been optioned to Triple-A Norfolk.
Castillo, 30, has a 7.71 ERA (6 ER/7.0 IP) with 12 hits, seven total runs, and seven walks with five strikeouts in two major league starts for the Mariners this season. He’s also made four starts for Triple-A Tacoma, going 0-1 with a 5.02 ERA (8 ER/14.1 IP). Castillo opened the year in Triple-A before having his contract selected on April 4. He was optioned back to Tacoma on April 10, and was designated for assignment yesterday.
Castillo made his MLB debut with the Detroit Tigers in 2022, working 3.2 scoreless innings in three games. He spent the last two seasons in Japan, pitching for the Orix Buffaloes in 2024 and Chiba Lotte Marines in 2023. In two years in Nippon Professional Baseball, Castillo went 6-8 with a 3.01 ERA (48 ER/143.1 IP) with 21 walks and 108 strikeouts in 27 games (24 starts). He also made 10 appearances (nine starts) for the farm teams. He originally signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks as an international free agent on February 16, 2012, out of Fantino, Dominican Republic.
To make room on the 40-man roster, left-handed pitcher WALTER PENNINGTON has been designated for assignment. The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 40 players.
The Washington Nationals returned from rehabilitation assignment and reinstated right-handed pitcher Michael Soroka from the 15-day Injured List and optioned right-handed pitcher Eduardo Salazar to Triple-A Rochester. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement.
Soroka, 27, went 0-1, with a 3.75 ERA (5 ER/12.0 IP), walked five and struck out 18 in three rehab games. In his last start with Triple-A Rochester, he struck out 11 of the 22 batters he faced.
Prior to landing in the 15-day Injured List, Soroka made one start with the Nationals on March 31 at Toronto. He allowed four earned runs on five hits with three strikeouts and one walk in 5.0 innings pitched.
Salazar, 27, appeared in 17 games of relief going 0-1 with a 9.77 ERA (17 ER/15.2 IP), seven walks, 12 strikeouts and two holds this season.
