Orioles Place Chris Bassitt on Injured List, Recall Trey Gibson for Mariners Matchup

The Baltimore Orioles have made a significant roster move, placing right-hander Chris Bassitt on the 15-day injured list due to low back discomfort. In a strategic response, the team recalled Trey Gibson from Triple-A Norfolk to fill Bassitt’s spot in the rotation for the upcoming game against the Seattle Mariners.

Bassitt, who has recorded a 4-4 record with a 5.27 ERA in his inaugural season with Baltimore, struggled in his last outing against the Boston Red Sox, allowing three runs in just three innings. Following the game, Orioles manager Craig Albernaz revealed that Bassitt had been experiencing lower back tightness, prompting the decision to place him on the injured list.

The 37-year-old veteran signed a one-year, $18.5 million contract with the Orioles in February and has been a key contributor, sharing the team’s lead in victories this season.

In his place, Gibson will take the mound. The rookie right-hander has made a solid impression, holding a 1-0 record and a 3.65 ERA over three appearances with the Orioles. His most recent outing came on May 27 against the Tampa Bay Rays, where he allowed just one run over 5 2/3 innings, securing his first career win. Gibson is set to face the Mariners for the first time in his young career.

Alongside these changes, the Orioles also announced that right-hander Eduarniel Núñez has been claimed off waivers by the Chicago Cubs. Núñez had joined the Orioles after they purchased his contract from the Athletics on May 15 but was designated for assignment shortly thereafter.

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