US EditionOrioles Promote Top Prospect Samuel Basallo for MLB Debut
Samuel Basallo, MLB's ninth-ranked prospect, was promoted for his strong Triple-A performance with 23 home runs and 67 RBIs through 76 games, serving as backup catcher and designated hitter.
- The Baltimore Orioles promoted their top prospect, 21-year-old Dominican catcher Samuel Basallo, for his MLB debut on Sunday in Houston.
- Basallo’s promotion followed the Orioles’ recent roster moves including bringing up outfielder Dylan Beavers and reinstating Colton Cowser, while transferring Zach Eflin to the 60-day injured list.
- Interim manager Tony Mansolino said Basallo, "catcher because that's what he is," will start at catcher Monday night in Boston and also play first base during the next homestand.
- Basallo hit.270/.377/.589 with 23 home runs in 76 Triple-A games and ranks as baseball's eighth-best prospect, while the Orioles remain 10 games out of a playoff spot.
- The Orioles plan to give Basallo backup catcher duties behind All-Star Adley Rutschman and will likely manage his playing time to maintain rookie eligibility.
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Baltimore Orioles recall top catching prospect Samuel Basallo from the Norfolk Tides
Samuel Basallo’s tenure with the Norfolk Tides ended — at least for now — when the Baltimore Orioles recalled the top catching prospect Sunday. The Baltimore Sun reported the news and wrote that Basallo’s dad, Jairo Fernando Basallo, broke the news to his son. Basallo is the second top prospect with the Tides to be recalled in as many days. Outfielder Dylan Beavers got the call from Baltimore and made his major league debut Saturday night. Basal…
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