Ahead of game seven of the 2019 World Series, the Baltimore Orioles announced a series of roster moves as they begin to trim the 40-man roster in anticipation of protecting numerous Rule 5 draft-eligible players.
Per an official team announcement, the Orioles have outrighted LHP Josh Rogers, RHP Ryan Eades, RHP Tayler Scott, and RHP Luis Ortiz. All four accepted an assignment to Triple-A Norfolk. The Orioles also claimed utility infielder Pat Valaika off waivers from the Colorado Rockies.
Eades, Scott, and Ortiz were all on the 40-man roster (Rogers was on the 60-day IL and not on the 40-man), putting the 40-man at 37 guys, for now.