Orioles Promote Top Prospect Samuel Basallo to Triple-A

The Baltimore Orioles have promoted Samuel Basallo, their number three prospect and the youngest player in Triple-A, to Norfolk after a strong season at Double-A Bowie, where he posted a .287 batting average with 15 home runs. Basallo, who was signed out of the Dominican Republic in 2021, has quickly ascended the minor league ranks, demonstrating significant power potential and versatility, playing both catcher and first base. Alongside Basallo, infielder Coby Mayo has also returned to Triple-A after struggling in the majors, further bolstering the Tides roster. Other notable performances from the Orioles' farm system include Jud Fabian's adjustment to AAA with a solid series and Carlos Tavera's impressive pitching. The organization continues to express confidence in Basallo's defensive capabilities and offensive skills, suggesting he could complement Adley Rutschman in the big leagues. With multiple prospects thriving, the Orioles are looking to strengthen their roster for the future.