Orioles to Sign Outfielder Leody Taveras
Reports from Jon Heyman of the New York Post and Spanish broadcaster Mike Rodriguez indicate that free agent outfielder Leody Taveras has agreed to a one-year, $2 million deal with the Baltimore Orioles.
Player Performance Overview
The 27-year-old switch-hitting center fielder appeared in 58 games this season with Seattle and Texas, recording a .205 batting average, three home runs, 17 RBIs, and a .530 OPS. He also stole nine bases in 12 attempts.
In 2024, Taveras played 151 games for the Texas Rangers, hitting .229 with 12 home runs, 44 RBIs, and a .641 OPS. He successfully stole 23 bases out of 29 attempts.
Minor League Contribution
After June 7, Taveras did not make another major league appearance. The Seattle Mariners assigned him to their Triple-A affiliate in Tacoma, where he posted a .280 average, 11 home runs, 69 RBIs, and an .804 OPS, along with 23 steals in 24 attempts.
Roster Implications
The Orioles will need to make space on their 40-man roster before officially adding Taveras.
“Free agent outfielder Leody Taveras is signing with the Orioles on a one-year, $2 million contract,” reported Jon Heyman and Mike Rodriguez.
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Author’s Summary
Taveras joins the Orioles on a short-term $2 million agreement, bringing his speed and switch-hitting ability as Baltimore fine-tunes its roster.