The Baltimore Orioles may have just gotten their new closer from the Philadelphia Phillies.
The Orioles acquired another reliever with closing experience right before Tuesday's 6 p.m. trade deadline, landing Gregory Soto from theSoto, 29, is a left-handed reliever who's 2-4 with a 4.08 ERA and two saves in 43 appearances this year.
Phillies have traded Gregory Soto to Baltimore, sources said. Righty starter Seth Johnson, who goes on the 40-man roster, is coming from Orioles asSoto gives Brandon Hyde the option to mix and match in the ninth inning if he chooses, which might be a good idea based on Kimbrel's recent struggles. The nine-time All-Star hasKimbrel, who is seven years older than Soto, may be wearing down after a strong first half, so having another closing option for the stretch run could be beneficial.
In return, the Phillies receive Johnson, a 25-year-old pitching prospect at Double-A. Ranked as Baltimore's No. 8 overall prospect and No. 3 pitching prospect byThe Orioles sacrificed a bit of the future for the present with this deal, but it could pay off if Soto helps solidify the bullpen going forward.Tyler grew up in Massachusetts and is a huge Boston sports fan, especially the Red Sox. He went to Tufts University and played club baseball for the Jumbos.
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