Orioles Non-Tender Reliever Jacob Webb

The Baltimore Orioles have non-tendered reliever Jacob Webb, making him a free agent after a solid 2024 season in which he posted a 3.02 ERA and 1.18 WHIP over 56.2 innings. This decision follows the earlier choice to decline the $4 million option for fellow reliever Danny Coulombe, who also had a strong performance but dealt with injuries. With these moves, the Orioles are reshaping their bullpen, which struggled overall with a 4.22 ERA last season, ranking 23rd in MLB. The non-tender deadline allowed the Orioles to make space on their 40-man roster while tendering contracts to 12 other arbitration-eligible players, including Emmanuel Rivera, who signed for $1 million. Webb's departure is seen as a notable loss, given his effectiveness and potential interest from other teams seeking bullpen help. This marks a shift in the Orioles' strategy as they look to improve their pitching staff for the upcoming season.