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Tigers Lose Intriguing 27-Year-Old Lefty to Orioles in Free Agency

Tigers Lose Intriguing 27-Year-Old Lefty to Orioles in Free Agency

Summary

Left-handed pitcher Andrew Magno, who played for the Detroit Tigers' minor league teams, signed a minor-league contract with the Baltimore Orioles. Magno has been with the Tigers since 2017 but has not yet played in a Major League Baseball game. The Orioles offer new opportunities, as they have limited left-handed pitchers.

Key Facts

  • Andrew Magno is a left-handed pitcher.
  • He was a 15th-round pick by the Detroit Tigers in 2017.
  • Magno has played 307 2/3 innings in the Tigers' minor-league system.
  • He has never made his Major League debut.
  • Magno recently signed a minor-league contract with the Baltimore Orioles.
  • He has achieved 376 strikeouts in minor league games, including 76 this year.
  • The Orioles have few left-handed pitchers, which may give Magno a chance to play in the majors.

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