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Orioles Claim Suarez, Braves Sign Mateo Amid Injuries

1/19/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Baltimore Orioles claimed José Suarez, a left-handed pitcher, off waivers from the Atlanta Braves.
He posted a 1.86 ERA across seven appearances for the Braves.
Ha-Seong Kim suffered a torn tendon in his right middle finger and will miss 4-5 months.
To address the gap, the Braves signed former Orioles infielder Jorge Mateo.
The Orioles are pursuing top free-agent pitchers to strengthen their rotation after a disappointing season.

History

Historical Context

In 1975, Major League Baseball implemented the waiver system to streamline player transactions, a strategy that teams like the Atlanta Braves have utilized effectively. This system allows teams to reshape their rosters, as seen with José Suarez's impressive 1.86 ERA. The Baltimore Orioles' recent signings, including free agent Jorge Mateo, highlight the ongoing trend of teams adapting to improve after disappointing seasons.

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Story summary

Baltimore Orioles claimed José Suarez, a left-handed pitcher, off waivers from the Atlanta Braves.
He posted a 1.86 ERA across seven appearances for the Braves.
Ha-Seong Kim suffered a torn tendon in his right middle finger and will miss 4-5 months.
To address the gap, the Braves signed former Orioles infielder Jorge Mateo.
The Orioles are pursuing top free-agent pitchers to strengthen their rotation after a disappointing season.

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