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Orioles seemingly cut ties with former Rangers top catching prospect amid Adley Rutschman news
TL;DR
The Baltimore Orioles reinstated Adley Rutschman from the injured list and designated former Rangers prospect Sam Huff for assignment. Huff had a brief stint with the Orioles, collecting two hits in nine at-bats.
Key points
- Adley Rutschman reinstated from the injured list
- Sam Huff designated for assignment
- Huff signed a minor league contract in January
- Huff had two hits in nine at-bats
- Samuel Basallo is ahead of Huff on the depth chart
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The Baltimore Orioles made an announcement regarding two catchers on Tuesday.
First, Adley Rutschman, who missed time due to an ankle injury, was reinstated from the 10-day injured list.
In a corresponding move, Sam Huff, a former top prospect with the Texas Rangers, was designated for assignment. The 28-year-old signed a minor league contract with the Orioles in January and collected two hits in nine trips to the plate with Baltimore.
Huff was promoted to serve as the acting backup catcher while Rutschman was out. Ahead of him on the depth chart was the left-handed hitting Samuel Basallo.
In his first five seasons in the Majors, Huff hit 12 home runs, including two longballs with the San Francisco Giants in 2025. His .726 OPS is respectable for someone who hasn't received a lot of playing time.
Q&A
Why did the Orioles designate Sam Huff for assignment?
The Orioles designated Sam Huff for assignment as a corresponding move after reinstating Adley Rutschman from the injured list.
What is Adley Rutschman's injury status?
Adley Rutschman has been reinstated from the 10-day injured list after missing time due to an ankle injury.
What was Sam Huff's performance with the Orioles?
Sam Huff collected two hits in nine at-bats during his time with the Orioles.
