Orioles Land Rudy Martin Jr. in Minor Deal with Royals
Baltimore adds the 30-year-old outfielder to its 40-man roster and sends him to Triple-A Norfolk in a low-profile swap.
The Orioles and Royals have officially completed a trade sending outfielder Rudy Martin Jr. to Baltimore. Martin, 30, has never appeared in a major league game despite beginning his professional career over a decade ago after being drafted by Kansas City in the 25th round. The Orioles will select him onto the 40-man roster and option him to Triple-A Norfolk. The deal likely includes nominal cash consideration going back to Baltimore.
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