Orioles Reinstate Wells, Mateo From 60-Day Injured List

The Baltimore Orioles are reinstating right-hander Tyler Wells from the 60-day injured list to start against the San Diego Padres, marking his season debut after undergoing UCL revision and brace augmentation surgery in June 2024. Wells, who has not pitched in the majors since April 12, 2024, showed strong numbers in his rehab starts with a 2.49 ERA and 1.11 WHIP, building up to 6.1 innings in his latest outing. Alongside Wells, infielder/outfielder Jorge Mateo is also being activated from the injured list, though his return remains somewhat uncertain as he continues to rehab from a right hamstring injury. The Orioles have made roster adjustments to accommodate these players, including designating right-handers Corbin Martin and Elvin Rodriguez for assignment and recalling reliever Albert Suárez. Manager Tony Mansolino praised Wells for his strike-throwing ability and clubhouse presence, emphasizing the positive impact of his return. The Orioles are cautiously managing Wells' workload as they finish out the 2025 season, integrating him into a six-man rotation.