US EditionOrioles add veteran right-hander Chris Bassitt to rotation, AP source says
Chris Bassitt joins the Orioles on a one-year $18.5 million deal with $3 million bonus and $500K incentives, adding durability to a rotation hit by injuries.
- Chris Bassitt, a 36-year-old pitcher, agreed to a one-year, $18.5 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles for the 2026 season, which could reach $19 million with incentives.
- Bassitt had a 3.96 ERA in 31 starts for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2025 and has a career 3.64 ERA over 11 MLB seasons with several teams.
- The Orioles' projected 2026 payroll of $166 million is a franchise record after signing Bassitt and trading for Shane Baz to bolster their rotation.
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By JAY COHEN The Baltimore Orioles incorporated Chris Bassitt into their improved rotation on Wednesday, upon reaching a one-year contract agreement for $18.5 million with the right pitcher, according to a person familiar with the negotiation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the agreement was pending a physical exam. The contract includes a signing bonus of $3 million, and Bassitt can earn $500,000 in b…
RHP Chris Bassitt reportedly leaving Jays, signing with O’s
Following three seasons with the Toronto Blue Jays, right-hander Chris Bassitt is joining an American East rival, agreeing to a one-year, $18.5 million deal with the Baltimore Orioles, multiple media outlets reported Wednesday night.Bassitt, who will be 37 on Feb. 22, reportedly will receive a $3 million signing bonus once he passes a physical. If he starts 27 games, which he has done each of the past five seasons, he will receive an extra $500,…
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