MLB Free Agency opens on Thursday night, but it has already been a busy week for the Baltimore Orioles. Beyond introducing Craig Albernaz as their next manager, the Orioles made a U-turn on their trade with the Chicago Cubs at the trade deadline, getting Andrew Kittredge back for their bullpen. Continuing to add to their bullpen depth, the Orioles claimed right-hander George Soriano off waivers from the Miami Marlins. The moves didn't stop on Wednesday night, when the Orioles brought in a bench piece from the Miami Marlins.
Over the last couple of days, Mike Rodriguez has been teasing the Orioles' signing of veteran outfielder Leody Taveras, and the deal was confirmed by Jon Heyman.