Reliever Kittredge Heads to Orioles on 1-Year Deal
January 13, 2025
Baltimore, MD – The Baltimore Orioles have signed right-handed reliever Daniel Kittredge to a one-year contract, the team announced on Friday. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Kittredge, 32, spent the past six seasons with the Seattle Mariners, where he emerged as a reliable option in the bullpen. The 6-foot-3, 210-pounder posted a 3.52 ERA with 200 strikeouts in 236 appearances for the Mariners, including 23 saves.
Last season, Kittredge went 3-5 with a 3.00 ERA in 60 appearances. He struck out 68 batters in 54 innings while allowing only 46 hits and 19 walks.
“Daniel is a proven competitor who adds depth and experience to our bullpen,” said Orioles general manager Mike Elias. “His versatility and ability to get outs in high-leverage situations will be invaluable.”
Kittredge’s addition fills a need for the Orioles, who finished with a 4.62 team ERA in 2024. He is expected to compete for a setup role or as a potential closer should Felix Bautista struggle to repeat his breakout season.
“I’m excited to join the Orioles and contribute to their success,” said Kittredge. “I’ve pitched against them many times and I know they have a young and talented team. I’m looking forward to helping them take the next step.”
The signing of Kittredge is the latest move by the Orioles to improve their bullpen. They previously signed veteran reliever Bryan Shaw to a two-year contract in December.
With Kittredge and Shaw in the fold, the Orioles bullpen now has a solid mix of experience and youth. The team also has a number of promising young relievers, including DL Hall, Nick Vespi, and Joey Krehbiel.
The Orioles open the 2025 season at home on March 30 against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Reliever Kittredge heads to Orioles on 1-year deal
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