Archive · 17 Aug 2025
Orioles Promote Samuel Basallo to MLB in 2025 Season
Imagine a young baseball player named Samuel Basallo, who is really good.
He's been doing well in the minor leagues, hitting lots of home runs.
The Baltimore Orioles, his team in the major leagues, are bringing him up to play in their games.
This is his first time in the MLB, and he will likely play at catcher, first base, or designated hitter, and is intended to rotate between these positions.
Because the season is near its end, the team's strategy may keep him eligible for Rookie of the Year next season.
Samuel Basallo, a highly-regarded catcher/first baseman, is called up to the MLB by the Baltimore Orioles.
Basallo, 21, is making his MLB debut in the final weeks of the 2025 season.
Basallo played in Triple-A before his promotion, hitting .270 with 23 home runs and 67 RBIs.
The Orioles already have All-Star Adley Rutschman at catcher, and Coby Mayo at first base.
Basallo is expected to rotate positions to gain experience, with an eye on maintaining rookie eligibility for 2026.
- Who
- Samuel Basallo, a catcher/first baseman for the Baltimore Orioles.
- What
- Samuel Basallo is making his MLB debut.
- When
- In the final weeks of the 2025 MLB season.
- Where
- MLB, playing for the Baltimore Orioles.
- Why
- To provide versatility, gain experience, and strategically manage his rookie eligibility.
Baltimore Orioles
Baseball Analysts
Team Goals
Baltimore Orioles
Seeking to provide roster versatility.
Baseball Analysts
Prioritizing developing player skill.
Player Impact
Baltimore Orioles
Basallo gains experience without playoff pressure.
Baseball Analysts
Basallo can compete for an extended stay in MLB.
- Player
- Samuel Basallo
- Team
- Baltimore Orioles
- Position
- Catcher/First Baseman
- Debut Season
- 2025
- 2025 Triple-A Stats
- .270 AVG, 23 HR, 67 RBIs
- Service Time
- Likely to remain rookie eligible in 2026
