Orioles Designate Chadwick Tromp for Assignment

The Baltimore Orioles have designated catcher Chadwick Tromp for assignment to make room for newly acquired Jake Rogers on the roster.

<p>The Baltimore Orioles announced the designation of catcher Chadwick Tromp for assignment on Friday, allowing newly acquired catcher Jake Rogers to join the team's active and 40-man roster.</p><p>Tromp, 31, has played as a backup catcher for both the Orioles and the Braves in recent seasons. This year, he has made 51 plate appearances across both teams, achieving a batting average of .163. Over his career, he has a .208 batting average in 229 major league plate appearances and a .242 average in nine seasons in Triple-A.</p><p>Known for his defensive skills, Tromp has struggled offensively, with a high strikeout rate and limited walks. The Orioles have the option to trade him before the upcoming deadline, or if he clears waivers, he may either accept an assignment to Triple-A Norfolk or choose free agency.</p>