Orioles signing Taveras to one-year contract

Orioles Sign Leody Taveras to One-Year Contract

The Baltimore Orioles have expanded their offseason focus beyond the bullpen to also strengthen their outfield depth. The team reached a deal last night with veteran outfielder Leody Taveras on a one-year contract, pending the results of a physical examination. According to Spotrac, the contract is worth $2 million.

Player Profile and Recent Performance

Leody Taveras, 27, is a switch-hitter who earned $4.75 million this year. He played a total of 58 games combined for the Texas Rangers and Seattle Mariners, batting .205/.226/.304. Seattle claimed him off waivers on May 6 but designated him for assignment about a month later. He became a free agent in October.

Major League Career Highlights

Taveras made his major league debut with the Rangers in 2020. Over six seasons, he posted a slash line of .240/.291/.370. In 2024, he appeared in 151 games, stealing 23 bases in 29 attempts. His best season was in 2023, when he hit a career-high 14 home runs with 67 RBIs in 143 games.

Minor League Success in 2024

During 81 games at Triple-A Tacoma this year, Taveras hit .280/.358/.446 with 15 doubles, 3 triples, 11 home runs, 69 RBIs, and 27 stolen bases in 28 attempts.

“Taveras earned a World Series ring with the Rangers in 2023.”

This signing aims to boost the Orioles' outfield options as they prepare for the upcoming season.

Author's summary: The Orioles have signed versatile outfielder Leody Taveras to a one-year, $2 million contract, adding depth with a player who brings speed, experience, and postseason success.

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MASN Sports MASN Sports — 2025-11-06

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