Overview
- Baltimore acquired right-hander Eduarniel Núñez from the Athletics for cash considerations on Friday and optioned him to Triple-A Norfolk.
- To clear a 40-man roster spot, the Orioles designated right-hander Christian Roa for assignment, a process that typically resolves within a week by trade, waivers, or release.
- Oakland cut ties after Núñez’s control sagged in 2026, with an elevated 16.4% walk rate, two hit batters, and six wild pitches across 13 2/3 minor-league innings.
- His fastball velocity has dipped this year to about 95 mph from 98.1 mph in 2025, and his slider has slowed as well, underscoring why Baltimore plans to work on mechanics in the minors.
- Núñez, 26, was part of the Padres-to-A’s package for Mason Miller and JP Sears and allowed 10 earned runs in 12 2/3 MLB innings in 2025, making this a low-cost flier with remaining option years.