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Orioles Cut Ties With Pitcher After Extremely Short Stint

Orioles Cut Ties With Pitcher After Extremely Short Stint

Summary

The Baltimore Orioles have designated pitcher Carson Ragsdale for assignment. This means they plan to either trade him, place him on waivers, or release him within a week. Ragsdale played only two major league games with the Orioles, allowing eight runs in five innings.

Key Facts

  • The Baltimore Orioles designated Carson Ragsdale for assignment, which means he may be traded, placed on waivers, or released.
  • Carson Ragsdale has been designated for assignment multiple times this year by different teams, including the San Francisco Giants and Atlanta Braves.
  • This is the second time the Orioles have designated him for assignment.
  • Ragsdale played in two major league games for the Orioles, allowing eight earned runs in five innings.
  • He played seven games for the Orioles' Triple-A team, Norfolk Tides, with a 3.47 ERA.
  • If he clears the waiver process, Ragsdale could be released unconditionally.
  • Ragsdale is 27 years old and has struggled to find success in both major and minor league games.
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