Orioles Activate Basallo From IL For Yankees

The Baltimore Orioles activated catcher Samuel Basallo from the injured list ahead of a game with the New York Yankees, with Basallo returning at first base while Carlos Narváez starts behind the plate as part of the post-trade arrangement following Adley Rutschman’s exit. The 21-year-old Basallo had been out since July 19 with a shoulder injury, and his return keeps the Orioles with three catchers on the roster for now. Baltimore had won seven straight before his injury but have since gone 12-14, remaining one game back in the final American League wild-card race. Manager Craig Albernaz praised Basallo’s rehab and readiness, saying he’s moving well and back in the lineup. Basallo is batting .241 with 16 home runs and 46 RBIs this season. The club’s lineup for the night features Basallo at first base, Narváez catching, and Pete Alonso serving as the designated hitter as they press toward the postseason push.