Baltimore Orioles Sign Veteran Outfielder Leody Taveras
The Baltimore Orioles have strengthened their outfield by signing veteran outfielder Leody Taveras to a one-year, $2 million contract. The news was first revealed by MLB insider Mike Rodriguez on Wednesday evening and later confirmed by Jon Heyman of the New York Post.
Career Overview of Leody Taveras
Taveras, 27, has spent most of his career with the Texas Rangers organization after signing as an international free agent in 2015. He made his major league debut in the 2020 season.
"Taveras won the World Series with the Rangers in 2023 despite going 0-for-16 during the Fall Classic."
In the 2024 season, Taveras platooned in center field with Kevin Pillar, hitting .241/.259/.342 with one home run, eight RBIs, and six stolen bases over 30 games.
Transition Between Teams
- On May 4, Taveras was placed on outright waivers by the Rangers.
- Two days later, the Seattle Mariners claimed him off waivers.
During his first game with the Mariners on May 7 against the Athletics, Taveras started in right field, driving in the tying run and scoring the go-ahead run in a 6-5 win.
He appeared in 28 games for Seattle, batting .174/.198/ (slugging incomplete).
Summary
Leody Taveras brings experience and versatility to the Orioles' outfield, potentially boosting their depth for the upcoming season.
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