Orioles sign Kyle Gibson to $5.25M deal for rotation depth

The Baltimore Orioles have signed 37-year-old right-hander Kyle Gibson to a one-year contract worth $5.25 million, with potential performance bonuses totaling $1.525 million. This move comes just days before Opening Day, as the Orioles look to bolster their starting rotation, which will miss Grayson Rodriguez and other key pitchers due to injuries. Gibson returns to the Orioles after a season with the St. Louis Cardinals, where he posted a 4.24 ERA across 30 starts. Manager Brandon Hyde praised Gibson's leadership and durability, highlighting his ability to eat innings effectively. However, Gibson will need to ramp up before he can contribute, as he missed all of spring training. The Orioles are optimistic that Gibson can provide the depth they need in the rotation as they head into the new season.