Orioles Acquire Reliever Blewett From Braves After DFA

The Baltimore Orioles have reacquired right-handed reliever Scott Blewett from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for cash considerations, marking his second stint with Baltimore this season. Blewett, who has pitched for three teams this year, has been effective despite below-average fastball velocity, showing strong strikeout metrics and consistency in long relief roles. The Braves designated Blewett for assignment following a poor outing after a bullpen collapse, choosing instead to retain other struggling relievers, which has drawn criticism about the team's management and direction. Concurrently, the Braves bolstered their bullpen by recalling former All-Star closer Craig Kimbrel from Triple-A, hoping his veteran presence will stabilize the pitching staff amid injuries and inconsistent performances. Kimbrel, a future Hall of Famer with a dominant early career, has shown signs of resurgence in the minors, which prompted Atlanta to reinstate him despite recent struggles. These moves highlight both teams' efforts to adjust their bullpens amid challenging seasons, with Baltimore seeking improvement in a last-place division position and Atlanta aiming to rebound from recent bullpen failures.