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The Orioles acquired infielder Bryan Ramos from the White Sox to add depth and designated Weston Wilson for assignment to clear a 40-man roster spot; Ramos, a former White Sox signee with limited MLB success in 2024-25, has shown minor-league versatility, while Wilson—a 100-game MLB utility man—was DFA’d and could be outrighted to Triple-A if unclaimed, continuing Baltimore's aggressive 40-man roster churn.
Seattle designated reliever Jackson Kowar for assignment to open a 40-man roster spot for catcher Jhonny Pereda, who was acquired from Minnesota for cash considerations. Kowar, a 29-year-old former Royals first-round pick, has struggled in the majors (roughly 8.21 ERA in 91 MLB innings) and is out of options after a injury‑plagued Mariners stint that included Tommy John surgery and a shoulder impingement. Pereda, a well-traveled depth catcher with strong minor-league numbers and solid defense, provides catching depth behind Cal Raleigh, with Andrew Knizner signed to back him up and a Triple-A option available. The move comes as Seattle reshuffles the roster following the trade that sent Harry Ford away and reduced other catching options on the 40-man roster.
The Mets designated right-hander Cooper Criswell for assignment to clear a spot on the 40-man roster after tonight's two-for-two trade involving Jett Williams. Criswell, who has previously moved through waivers and carries a slightly above-minimum guaranteed contract, could be traded or waived again; he posted a 4.08 ERA in 99 1/3 MLB innings in 2024 and a 3.57 ERA in 17 2/3 MLB innings in 2025, with a 3.70 ERA and a 24.5% strikeout rate in Triple-A Worcester.