Orioles Sign Leody Taveras to One-Year Contract
The Baltimore Orioles are not only strengthening their bullpen during the offseason but also focusing on improving their outfield depth. They have reached an agreement with veteran outfielder Leody Taveras on a one-year contract, pending a physical examination.
Contract Details and Player Profile
- The contract is reportedly worth $2 million, according to Spotrac.
- Taveras, 27, is a switch-hitter who played in a total of 58 games this past season with the Texas Rangers and Seattle Mariners.
- In 2024, he batted .205/.226/.304 combined between the two teams.
Career and Performance Highlights
Taveras made his major league debut in 2020 with the Rangers and has accumulated six seasons in the majors. His career batting line includes .240/.291/.370. In 2024, he appeared in 151 games and showcased his speed by stealing 23 bases in 29 attempts.
In 2023, he posted career-high numbers, hitting 14 home runs and driving in 67 RBIs across 143 games.
Minor League Success
While spending time with Triple-A Tacoma in 2024, Taveras delivered strong numbers: a .280/.358/.446 batting line with 15 doubles, three triples, 11 home runs, 69 RBIs, and 27 stolen bases in 28 attempts over 81 games.
“Seattle selected him on waivers May 6 and designated him for assignment a month later. He became a free agent in October.”
Taveras also earned a World Series ring with the Texas Rangers in 2023.
Summary
The Orioles have secured a versatile outfielder in Leody Taveras, who brings speed and moderate power to bolster their roster for the upcoming season.
The deal pays $2 million, according to Spotrac.
Author’s summary: The Orioles signed switch-hitter Leody Taveras to a one-year, $2 million deal, adding valuable outfield depth after his mixed but promising performances in MLB and Triple-A.
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