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The New York Mets have added some experienced bullpen depth. On Wednesday afternoon, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported that veteran right-hander Mike Baumann signed with the Mets.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 24

Mets land former Orioles pitcher in free agency

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MLB News / Mets Merized Online / December 24

Rumor Roundup: Marlins Sign Fairbanks; Mets Sign Baumann

The Mets have signed veteran righty reliever Mike Baumann, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Baumann last pitched in the major leagues in 2024, a year in which he pitched for five different teams.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 13

Once-intriguing prospect's MLB journey takes another turn

The Orioles announced that catcher Blake Hunt has been designated for assignment. The move opens a roster spot for right-hander Andrew Kittredge, who has now been officially signed to a one-year deal.

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Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / December 10, 2024

Former Seattle Mariners History-Making Reliever Mike Baumann Heading to Japan

Former Seattle Mariners reliever Mike Baumann is heading to Japan for the 2025 season. Kiley McDaniel of ESPN had the information on social media: RHP Mike Baumann, recently released by the Marlins, has agreed to a deal with the Tokyo Yakult Swallows of Japan's NPB, per source.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 27, 2024

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MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 26, 2024

Waiver Claim Gives Former Angels Pitcher Shot at Single Season MLB Record

The Miami Marlins announced their claim of Mike Baumann off waivers on Monday afternoon just days after the Los Angeles Angels designated him for assignment.

Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26, 2024

Marlins make a flurry of roster moves

The Marlins announced Monday that outfielder Griffin Conine has been selected to the roster, a move that was reported Sunday. The club also added right-hander Mike Baumann, recently claimed off waivers, to the active roster.

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Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 26, 2024

Angels Become Fourth Team to Designate Pitcher For Assignment in 2024

The Los Angeles Angels designated reliever Mike Baumann for assignment on Friday, per the MLB transaction wire. It was the fourth time this season that the 28-year-old right-hander was DFA'd.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 25, 2024

Marlins Claim Mike Baumann

The Marlins announced that right-hander Mike Baumann has been claimed off waivers. The Angels designated Baumann for assignment earlier this week. The

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San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / August 24, 2024

Former San Francisco Giants Reliever Designated for Assignment Again

Mike Baumann’s time with the San Francisco Giants was brief. And, now, he’s heading back to the open market. The Los Angeles Angels designated him the right-handed reliever for assignment on Friday night, per the MLB transactions wire.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 24, 2024

Angels Promote Another Key Prospect Acquired at Trade Deadline

The Angels selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Ryan Zeferjahn from the Triple-A Salt Lake Bees on Friday. In a corresponding move, right-handed reliever Mike Baumann was designated for assignment. Baumann, 28, was traded to the Angels for cash at the trade deadline by the Giants, who designated him for assignment three days prior.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / August 24, 2024

Well-Traveled Former Baltimore Orioles Reliever Heading for Waivers Again

The long and winding road for former Baltimore Orioles reliever Mike Baumann continued on Friday as the Los Angeles Angels designated him for assignment, per the MLB transaction wire.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 23, 2024

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MLB News / ESPN / August 22, 2024

Clement's HR for Blue Jays a real eye-catcher

Ernie Clement's home run came on an out-of-the-strike zone fastball 4.6 feet off the ground from right-hander Mike Baumann. It was the second-highest pitch hit for a home run in the Statcast era (since 2015).

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 30, 2024

Angels acquire reliever from Giants

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MLB News / Seattle Mariners on SI / July 22, 2024

Seattle Mariners Lose Promising Bullpen Arm in Trade with San Francisco Giants

Moments after they beat the Houston Astros on Sunday afternoon, the Seattle Mariners swung a trade with the San Francisco Giants. Per @MarinersPR on social media: The @Mariners have traded RHP Mike Baumann to the San Francisco Giants in exchange for cash considerations.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 21, 2024

Giants trade lands veteran reliever on third team this season

The San Francisco Giants traded with the Seattle Mariners for reliever Mike Baumman, who has now hop-scotched his way to three different teams this season.

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Seattle Mariners News / Field Level Media / July 20, 2024

Mariners activate LHP Gabe Speier, DFA RHP Mike Baumann

The Seattle Mariners reinstated left-hander Gabe Speier from the injured list Friday in advance of a game against the Houston Astros and designated right-hander Mike Baumann for assignment.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 19, 2024