Report: Orioles Sign Outfielder Leody Taveras
Free agent outfielder Leody Taveras is joining the Baltimore Orioles on a one-year, $2 million contract, according to reports by Jon Heyman of the New York Post and Spanish broadcaster Mike Rodriguez.
Player Performance Overview
The 27-year-old switch-hitting centerfielder had a challenging 2025 season, batting .205 with three home runs, 17 RBIs, and a .530 OPS across 58 games with Seattle and Texas. He also stole nine bases in 12 attempts.
In 2024, Taveras played 151 games with the Texas Rangers, posting a .229 batting average, 12 home runs, 44 RBIs, and a .641 OPS. He successfully stole 23 bases in 29 attempts that season.
Recent Minor League Performance
After June 7th, Taveras did not appear in the major leagues. The Seattle Mariners optioned him to Triple-A Tacoma, where he improved significantly, hitting .280 with an .804 OPS, 11 home runs, 69 RBIs, and 23 steals in 24 attempts.
Roster Implications
The Orioles will need to clear space on their 40-man roster to add Taveras.
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Leody Taveras brings speed and switch-hitting ability to the Orioles, looking to rebound from a mixed recent performance in both majors and minors.