Baz now in BAL as Orioles pay up
Dec 22 2025
AMERICAN LEAGUE
Baltimore Orioles
NEWS: Baltimore acquired RHP Shane Baz from Tampa Bay in exchange for four prospects and a Competitive Balance Round A draft pick.
IMPACT: High
BHQ SPIN: Baltimore added to its rotation with the acquisition of Baz from the division rival Rays. While Baz is coming off a disappointing season by surface stats (4.87 ERA, 1.33 WHIP), several factors (HR issues in Steinbrenner Field, 2nd half K%/SwK surges, and velocity rebound) point to a potential turnaround next season, which led to an upside projection of a 3.25 ERA in the 2026 Baseball Forecaster. The right-hander also showed newfound durability last year, throwing a career-high 166.1 innings after dealing with extensive elbow injuries during his career....
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