The Baltimore Orioles have been active in the offseason, making several strategic signings to strengthen their roster for the upcoming 2025 MLB season. Here are the key additions:
Tyler O’Neill – Outfielder
The Orioles have signed outfielder Tyler O’Neill to a three-year, $49.5 million contract. O’Neill, a two-time Gold Glove winner, joins the Orioles after a successful tenure with the Boston Red Sox, where he hit 31 home runs with a .511 slugging percentage in 113 games. The deal includes an opt-out option after the first year.
Gary Sánchez – Catcher
Veteran catcher Gary Sánchez has agreed to a one-year contract with the Orioles. Sánchez brings a wealth of experience and power-hitting ability to the team’s lineup.
Tomoyuki Sugano – Starting Pitcher
The Orioles have signed Japanese right-handed pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano to a one-year, $13 million contract. Sugano, 35, boasts an impressive 12-year career with the Yomiuri Giants in Nippon Professional Baseball’s Central League, achieving a 15-3 record with a 1.67 ERA in 2024, earning him Central League MVP honors. His career stats include a 136-74 record, a 2.43 ERA, 1,585 strikeouts, and 347 walks over 1,857 innings. Sugano is expected to strengthen the Orioles’ starting rotation, which faced significant setbacks due to injuries this past season.
Minor League Signings
The Orioles have also bolstered their minor league system by signing several players to minor league contracts:
Jordyn Adams – Outfielder: Adams, a former first-round draft pick, is known for his speed and defensive prowess.
Matt Bowman – Right-Handed Pitcher: Bowman brings experience to the bullpen, having previously pitched for the St. Louis Cardinals and New York Mets.
Gerald Ogando – Right-Handed Pitcher: Ogando adds depth to the pitching staff, with a history of success in the minor leagues.
These strategic signings reflect the Orioles’ commitment to enhancing their roster depth and competitivenes
s for the 2025 season.
