Right-handed pitcher Rick VandenHurk, who was designated for assignment last week when the Orioles signed infielder Wilson Betemit, cleared waivers and was released Friday. He becomes a free agent and can sign with another team.

The Baltimore Orioles continue to plug along this offseason making tiny moves that, while solid, divide the fanbase. Some feel that the Orioles are making specific targeted moves, like an engineer replacing a key cog or spring to make a glorious machine operational again; others feel that the team is rearranging the deck charis on the Titanic, on Alderaan and the Death Star...

The Baltimore Orioles continue to plug along this offseason making tiny moves that, while solid, divide the fanbase. Some feel that the Orioles are making specific targeted moves, like an engineer replacing a key cog or spring to make a glorious machine operational again; others feel that the team is rearranging the deck charis on the Titanic, on Alderaan and the Death Star is approaching...

With the signing of Wilson Betemit, the Orioles seem to have found their DH for 2012.That is a statement made with tongue firmly in cheek but it's not as crazy as you might think. To beat the rotting horse's corpse that I love so well: AVG OBP SLG OPS G WAR 2009-2011 Betemit .284 .354 .467 .821 201 1.52009-2011 Guerrero .295 ...

Now that the Prince Fielder saga is over (and it was very bewildering), where does it leave the Orioles in terms of their lineups? Honestly, I do think the team still needs another bat. By the way, although Fielder would have definitely helped the Orioles at the plate; however, it would have been a very poor use of resources by the organization. I don’t think he would have aged...

Teams are beginning to finalize their rosters and as such, the moves are coming fast and furious. Yet, outside of Prince Fielder, the moves are also becoming more and more minor. So, I will take the next few weeks and update these minor moves by division once a week. Here we go with the AL East. Baltimore Orioles The Orioles had a ton of veterans at their disposal to close out the...

Now that the Prince Fielder saga is over (and it was very bewildering), where does it leave the Orioles in terms of their lineups? Honestly, I do think the team still needs another bat. By the way, although Fielder would have definitely helped the Orioles at the plate; however, it would have been a very poor use of resources by the organization. I don’t think he would have aged...

BALTIMORE (AP) -- Infielder Wilson Betemit and the Baltimore Orioles have agreed to a two-year, $3.25 million contract.

Infielder Wilson Betemit and the Baltimore Orioles have agreed to a two-year, $3.25 million contract. The Orioles announced the deal with the free agent Tuesday and say it includes a vesting option for 2014. Betemit will receive a $500,000 signing bonus and earn $1 million this season and $1.75 million in 2013. A $3.2 million option for 2014 becomes guaranteed if he has a combined...

Infielder Wilson Betemit and the Baltimore Orioles have agreed to a two-year, $3.25 million contract. The Orioles announced the deal with the free agent Tuesday and say it includes a vesting option for 2014. Betemit will receive a $500,000 signing bonus and earn $1 million this season and $1.75 million in 2013.

Infielder Wilson Betemit and the Baltimore Orioles have agreed to a two-year, $3.25 million contract.

Wilson Betemit's bat is a mirage. There. Glad we cleared that up right in the first sentence. At least now you know the tone the rest of this piece will take. Oh, perhaps as a stopgap for a season, Betemit could be at least useful now and then. But two years with an option? Oh dear. That's not a good idea. Friends, there is a reason why the Orioles will be Betemit's...

The Baltimore Orioles have signed infielder Wilson Betemit to a two-year contract.

An early search result for the terms “Wilson” and “Betemit.” Table of Contents Here’s the table of contents for today’s edition of Offseason Notes. 1. Assorted Headlines 2. SCOUT Leaderboards: Australian Baseball League 3. Kevin Millwood’s Stunning PITCHf/x Chart Assorted Headlines Baltimore Signs Betemit to Two-Year Deal Contrary to earlier...

The Orioles announced that they designated right-hander Rick VandenHurk for assignment to create roster space for infielder Wilson Betemit.

The Orioles made their signing of infielder Wilson Betemit official -- the club's realease is below.

The Orioles signed Wilson Betemit last night to a two-year dealWilson Betemit last night to a two-year deal, with an option for a third one. He’s not the free agent we all expected; however, he’s got some pop in his bat and can play an array of positions in the infield, and some outfield.I mean, Betemit is a decent major leaguer, but not on the wrong side of 30 – yet – and...

The Orioles signed Wilson Betemit last night to a two-year deal, with an option for a third one. He’s not the free agent we all expected; however, he’s got some pop in his bat and can play an array of positions in the infield, and some outfield. I mean, Betemit is a decent major leaguer, but not on the wrong side of 30 – yet – and productive. He’s now involved in the...

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Orioles fans received a free-agent acquisition – albeit not the one they were likely waiting for – on Monday evening.

The Orioles have agreed to terms with free agent Wilson Betemit on a one-year deal that gives the organization necessary infield/outfield depth as well as a versatile candidate at designated hitter.

According to the Baltimore Sun the Orioles have agreed to terms with free agent infielder/DH Wilson Betemit. The 30 year old Betemit hit .285 with a .343 OBP in 97 games with Kansas City and Detroit. It is unclear where exactly he fits with the Orioles but Betemit does give manager Buck Showalter a pretty effective bat against right handed pitching. Betemit has experience playing...

All of the focus lately has been on the DH spot, but perhaps just as important is finding somebody to backup Alex “We need a rotating-DH” Rodriguez. Last season it was Eric Chavez, who did a good job, but spent nearly three months on the disabled list. It’s likely they’ll re-sign him for the same role next year, but it hasn’t happened yet and he has...

The Baltimore Orioles have signed Wilson Betemit to a one-year Major League deal, Dan Connolly of the Baltimore Sun reports. Betemit hit .285 while splitting time between Kansas City before he was traded to the Tigers. He also posted a .343 OBP and a career high in strike outs with 105. Betemit made $1mm last season. Image taken by Keith Allison and used under the Creative Common...

The Orioles have agreed to a two-year* contract with switch-hitter Wilson Betemit. The 30 year-old is expected to get some playing-time at third-base and DH. Betemit is a career .269/.336/.448 hitter, usually as a part-time player. That's pretty good for someone who can play third-base competently (he can't; -14 runs per 150 games there career according to UZR) but not that...