Free-agent right-handed pitcher Chris Bassitt has reached an agreement on a one-year, $18.5 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles, according to reports. The deal, which was first reported by Jeff Passan of ESPN and confirmed by Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, bolsters the Orioles' pitching staff with an established veteran arm.
The agreement between Bassitt and the Orioles also includes an additional $500,000 in performance-based incentives, bringing the total potential value of the contract to $19 million. The right-hander becomes a key addition to the Baltimore rotation as the team continues its offseason activity and looks to strengthen its roster for the upcoming campaign.
Per Ken Rosenthal, the deal is finalized as the Orioles secure the veteran starter. Bassitt joins Baltimore following a productive career across several American League and National League clubs. This signing represents a significant financial commitment for the Baltimore front office as they navigate the current free-agent market.
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