Orioles signing Taveras to one-year contract

Orioles Sign Leody Taveras to One-Year Contract

The Baltimore Orioles are addressing more than just their bullpen this offseason, focusing also on strengthening their outfield depth.

Contract Details

Last night, the Orioles agreed with veteran outfielder Leody Taveras on a one-year deal, pending a physical examination. The contract is valued at $2 million, according to Spotrac.

Player Profile and Recent Performance

Leody Taveras, 27, is a switch-hitter who earned $4.75 million in 2024 while playing a total of 58 games for the Texas Rangers and Seattle Mariners. He batted .205/.226/.304 during that time. Seattle claimed him off waivers on May 6 but designated him for assignment a month later, after which he became a free agent in October.

Taveras debuted in the major leagues with the Rangers in 2020. Across parts of six seasons, he posted a batting line of .240/.291/.370. In 2024, he appeared in 151 games and successfully stole 23 bases out of 29 attempts.

Career Highlights

In 2023, Taveras achieved a career-high with 14 home runs and 67 RBIs over 143 games. At Triple-A Tacoma this year, in 81 games, he recorded a .280/.358/.446 line, hitting 15 doubles, three triples, 11 home runs, and stealing 27 bases in 28 attempts.

"Taveras earned a World Series ring with the Rangers in 2023."

Summary

The Orioles have secured a versatile outfielder with solid speed and power who brings experience and postseason success to their roster for 2025.

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MASN Sports MASN Sports — 2025-11-06

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