The Orioles today announced that they have acquired right-handed pitcher COLIN SELBY from the Kansas City Royals in exchange for cash considerations. He has been optioned to Triple-A Norfolk.

Selby, 26, pitched to a 6.00 ERA (2 ER/3.0 IP) in two relief appearances with the Royals this season after being acquired from the Pittsburgh Pirates on April 7. In 20 Triple-A games between Indianapolis (PIT) and Omaha (KC), he went 2-2 with a 5.32 ERA (13 ER/22.0 IP), 14 total runs, 17 hits, three home runs, 11 walks, 28 strikeouts, and two hit batters. He was designated for assignment by the Royals on July 6.

A native of Chesapeake, Va., Selby was originally selected by the Pirates in the 16^th round of the 2018 First-Year Player Draft out of Randolph-Macon College (VA). He made his Major League debut on August 9, 2023, and has appeared in 23 MLB games between the Pirates and Royals.

To make room on the 40-man roster, right-handed pitcher KYLE BRADISH (right elbow UCL surgery) has been transferred to the 60-day Injured List. The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 40 players.

The Baltimore Orioles today announced that CATIE GRIGGS will serve as the first female President of Business Operations in team history, where she will oversee all aspects of the Orioles business operation. 

“Catie’s track record of success, diverse business experience, and commitment to excellence made her the perfect fit to lead the next chapter of our business operation in Baltimore,” said Orioles Owner and Control Person DAVID M. RUBENSTEIN. "The entire Orioles organization welcomes Catie as we continue to elevate every aspect of our operation.”

Griggs was named President of Business Operations for the Seattle Mariners in July 2021 where she managed all aspects of the Mariners business operations including investments to improve technology, operations, and fan experience at T-Mobile Park. In addition, Catie led the charge as T-Mobile Park became the first venue to host both MLB All-Star Week (2023) and the NHL Winter Classic (2024) within a calendar year. Combined, the two events generated over $80+ million in revenue for the city of Seattle and directly engaged more than 300,000 fans.

Before joining the Mariners, Griggs spent the previous four years (2017-2021) helping build Atlanta United into one of the premier Major League Soccer franchises. She was Chief Business Officer, overseeing all aspects of the Atlanta United front office.  Prior to Atlanta United, Griggs was with Futures Sport & Entertainment, as well as Turner Broadcasting.

“I am genuinely thrilled to be joining the Orioles organization. Supporting this storied franchise, the city of Baltimore, and our passionate fans is an incredible honor,” said GRIGGS. “I look forward to contributing to the team’s success both on and off the field.”

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

• Reinstated RHP Dean Kremer from the 15-day Injured List (right triceps strain). He will start tonight’s game.
• Optioned LHP Nick Vespi to Triple-A Norfolk.

The Orioles have made the following roster move:

• Agreed to terms on a 2024 Minor League contract with RHP Vinny Nittoli.

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

• Reinstated RHP Corbin Burnes from the Paternity List.
• Optioned LHP Matt Krook to Triple-A Norfolk after yesterday’s game.

The Orioles have made the following roster move:

Agreed to terms on a 2024 Minor League contract with INF/OF Garrett Cooper.

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

• Claimed RHP Levi Stoudt off waivers from the Seattle Mariners and optioned him to Triple-A Norfolk.
• Transferred LHP John Means to the 60-day Injured List (left elbow UCL surgery).

The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 40 players.

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

• Recalled RHP Bryan Baker from Triple-A Norfolk.
• Reinstated INF/OF Jorge Mateo from the 7-day concussion Injured List.
• Placed LHP Danny Coulombe on the 15-day Injured List (left elbow inflammation), retroactive to June 9.
• Optioned INF/OF Connor Norby to Triple-A Norfolk.

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

• Selected the contract of LHP Cade Povich from Triple-A Norfolk. He will start today’s game against Toronto, which will be his Major League debut. He will wear No. 37.
• Optioned LHP Nick Vespi to Triple-A Norfolk.

The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 40 players.

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

• Selected the contract of INF/OF Connor Norby from Triple-A Norfolk. He will wear No. 12 and his first appearance will be his Major League debut.
• Recalled LHP Nick Vespi from Triple-A Norfolk.
• Placed INF/OF Jorge Mateo on the 7-day concussion Injured List.
• Designated RHP Thyago Vieira for assignment.

The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 39 players.

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

• Activated RHP Thyago Vieira. He will wear No. 40.
• Optioned LHP Nick Vespi to Triple-A Norfolk.

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

• Recalled RHP Jonathan Heasley from Triple-A Norfolk.
• Placed LHP John Means on the 15-day Injured List (left forearm strain).

The Orioles have made the following roster move:

• Added LHP Nick Vespi from Triple-A Norfolk to serve as the 27^th man for today’s doubleheader.

The Orioles today announced that they have acquired catcher BLAKE HUNT from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for right-handed pitcher MIKE BAUMANN and minor league catcher MICHAEL PÉREZ. Hunt has been optioned to Triple-A Norfolk.

Hunt, 25, is slashing .293/.372/.533 (22-for-75) with four doubles, one triple, four home runs, 15 runs scored, 20 RBI, six walks, and four hit-by-pitches in 23 games with Triple-A Tacoma this season. He’s posted a .988 fielding percentage in his eight-year career while throwing out 25.7 percent (115-of-448) would-be base stealers. The former Competitive Balance Round B selection out of Mater Dei (CA) High School by the San Diego Padres in 2017 was acquired by the Tampa Bay Rays as part of a five-player trade that sent BLAKE SNELL to the Padres on December 29, 2020, before being traded to the Mariners for catcher TATEM LEVINS on November 6, 2023. Hunt has yet to appear in a Major League game, and is ranked as the No. 23 Mariners prospect by MLB Pipeline.

Baumann, 28, made 17 relief appearances this season with Baltimore, going 1-0 with a 3.44 ERA (7 ER/18.1 IP) on 18 hits (2 HR), nine walks, one hit-by-pitch, and 16 strikeouts. Baumann has spent his entire eight-year professional career in the organization, including parts of four MLB seasons since 2021, compiling a 13-5 record with a 4.45 ERA (63 ER/127.1 IP) in 94 MLB games (4 starts). He was originally selected by the Orioles in the third round of the 2017 First-Year Player Draft out of Jacksonville University (FL).

Pérez, 31, appeared in 21 games this year with Triple-A Norfolk, slashing .221/.294/.325 (17-for-77) with two doubles, two home runs, four runs, 13 RBI, five walks, and three hit-by-pitches. He was signed by the Orioles to a minor league contract with an invite to Spring Training on December 30, 2023. The Bayamon, Puerto Rico native was originally selected by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the fifth round of the 2011 First-Year Player Draft, and later debuted in 2018 with the Tampa Bay Rays. He has played in 202 Major League games between the Rays, Pittsburgh Pirates, and New York Mets, slashing .179/.248/.306 (97-for-543) with 22 doubles, one triple, 15 home runs, 52 runs scored, 61 RBI, 47 walks, and four hit-by-pitches.

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

• Reinstated RHP Grayson Rodriguez from the 15-day Injured List (right shoulder inflammation). He will start today’s game.
• Designated RHP Mike Baumann for assignment.

The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 38 players.

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

• Reinstated OF Austin Hays from the 10-day Injured List (left calf strain).
• Designated OF Ryan McKenna for assignment.

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

• Recalled OF Kyle Stowers from Triple-A Norfolk.
• Optioned OF Heston Kjerstad to Triple-A Norfolk.

The Orioles have made the following roster move:

• Claimed RHP Corbin Martin off waivers from the Milwaukee Brewers and optioned him to Triple-A Norfolk.

The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 40 players.

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

• Reinstated LHP Cionel Pérez from the 15-day Injured List (right oblique strain).
• Optioned RHP Dillon Tate to Triple-A Norfolk.

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

• Selected the contract of OF Ryan McKenna from Triple-A Norfolk.
• Optioned 2B/SS Jackson Holliday to Triple-A Norfolk.
• Designated C David Bañuelos for assignment.