The Orioles found reason to celebrate today despite sitting in last place in the American League East. Baltimore reportedly signed

Will the Baltimore Orioles trade catcher Adley Rutschman this winter to clear the path for prospect Samuel Basallo?

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/orioles as Baltimore Orioles sign young catcher to long-term extension. After just four professional appearances, the Baltimore Orioles are committing to Samuel Basallo for the long term.

BOSTON – Jordan Westburg is out of tonight’s Orioles lineup after injuring his right ankle last night in the first inning.An update is coming later.Samuel Basallo also is on the bench. Luis Vázquez is starting at third base.

Jud Fabian went hitless with a pair of strikeouts from the leadoff spot, and Maverick Handley followed with a golden sombrero (0-4, 4 K). Emmanuel Rivera worked a pair of walks, and Jordyn Adams went deep for Norfolk’s only other offense.

Since landing back with the Astros this season after a monumental blockbuster trade, 30-year-old shortstop Carlos Correa has been the star of the show. His performance on Thursday night against Baltimore was no different. In a 7-2 victory, Houston kicked off their series on the right foot. The confidence was there, as were the runs early on.

The Camden Yards crowd greeted Dylan Beavers with a standing ovation for his first career at-bat in front of his new home fans, and the Orioles’ rookie outfielder rose to the moment. Beavers launched a 390-foot solo home run onto the flag court in right field and drove in both of the Orioles’ runs Thursday in their 7-2 loss to the Houston Astros.

The Baltimore Orioles claimed a former Mets left-handed pitcher who was recently designated for assignment by the Phillies.