The Miami Marlins have signed reliever Mychal Givens to a minor-league deal. The veteran right-hander spent the 2023 season with the Orioles but appeared in just six games, posting a 11.25 ERA in that time. Much of his nine-year career has been spent with Baltimore but Givens has also appeared with the Rockies, Reds, Cubs, and Mets. He has been an effective reliever in his career as he sports a 3.47 ERA across 425 appearances, posting a 3.38 ERA across 59 outings as recently as the 2022 season. He could very well lock down a role with the Fish in the 2024 season but won't be in the mix for saves behind closer Tanner Scott in the 2024 campaign.
Relief pitcher Mychal Givens has officially been released by the Baltimore Orioles. Now 33, Givens has been hurt most of the year and ineffective when on the mound. He has been a good high-leverage reliever in the past and could be scooped up by another team after he cleared waivers and was given his release.
Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Mychal Givens (shoulder) began a new rehab assignment Monday, pitching one scoreless inning with one hit allowed and two strikeouts in the Rookie-level Florida Complex league. It was Givens' first action since the end of June, as his previous rehab assignment was halted because he had been feeling discomfort in his injured right shoulder. The 33-year-old has only pitched four big-league innings this season, amassing a poor 11.25 ERA. However, he has served as a reliable high-leverage reliever throughout his career and the O's would gladly welcome him back to bolster their bullpen.
Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Mychal Givens (shoulder) was transferred to the 60-day injured list on Saturday. The 33-year-old has appeared in only six games this season, compiling a horrendous 11.25 ERA. Unfortunately, he recently suffered a setback in rehab, so the move isn't surprising. At any rate, there likely aren't many fantasy managers losing sleep over this one, considering he wasn't on many rosters, to begin with. In a corresponding move, the O's selected the contract of Chris Vallimont.
Baltimore Orioles reliever Mychal Givens (shoulder) experienced soreness in his right shoulder during his rehab assignment. However, manager Brandon Hyde stated that there is a "low level of concern." The 33-year-old has appeared in only six games this season, amassing a miserable 11.25 ERA. He already spent time on the injured list with a knee issue, and his most recent ailment has kept him on the shelf since June 2, meaning his fantasy value can't get any lower. Givens will see team doctors and take things from there, although he'll surely be out longer than anticipated.
Mychal Givens Scheduled For Another Rehab Game On Wednesday
Baltimore Orioles reliever Mychal Givens (knee) is ready to throw in another rehab game on Wednesday with Double-A Bowie. It will be his fourth rehab appearance since going on the injured list with left-knee inflammation that he suffered before the season began, and he should almost be ready to rejoin the Major League club. In 2022, Givens posted a 3.38 ERA, 27.3% strikeout rate, and 1.32 WHIP with a pair of saves and seven holds. With Felix Bautista comfortably in the closer role, the 32-year-old won't be in line for many saves once he's back, but fantasy managers can figure he'll contribute a handful of holds as a late-inning option.
Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Mychal Givens (knee) will start his minor-league rehab assignment with Double-A Bowie on Friday. Givens has yet to pitch in the big leagues this year for Baltimore due to left-knee inflammation, but he's getting closer to making his 2023 debut. While the 32-year-old right-hander probably won't need to spend a ton of time in the minors, the Orioles also are unlikely to rush him back until he's completely ready. Givens has 31 career saves over eight big-league seasons, but he's likely to operate in more of a middle-relief role when he returns to Baltimore's bullpen, leaving him minimal fantasy appeal. He posted a 3.38 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, two saves and 71 strikeouts in 61 1/3 innings in 2022 with the Chicago Cubs and New York Mets.
According to Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde, relief pitcher Mychal Givens (knee) will throw a bullpen session next week. The 32-year-old is dealing with left knee inflammation, although Hyde indicated the righty is moving in the right direction. Givens compiled a 4.79 ERA in 19 games last season while adding 20 strikeouts. That said, he's unlikely to make a difference on the fantasy end when he returns unless his role changes.
Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Mychal Givens (knee) appears headed to the injured list to open the 2023 season, as general manager Mike Elias said the 32-year-old right-hander is running out of time to get ready. Givens tested his injured left knee during a simulated game on Sunday, but he again felt pain and threw only 10 pitches before meeting with the training staff, according to manager Brandon Hyde. "He's doing fine, he's doing better," Elias said. "I don't think it's anything catastrophic." Even when healthy, Givens won't be in line for save opportunities in Baltimore, as Felix Bautista earned the role as the team's regular closer with his performance in 2022.
Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Mychal Givens (knee) resumed throwing from flat ground on Thursday. The right-hander is working his way back from left knee soreness. The injury continues to linger which puts his status for Opening Day in jeopardy. The fact Givens has resumed throwing is a good sign, but he still has more work to do. The 32-year-old signed a one-year deal with the O's over the offseason. He should serve as a late-inning option and extra insurance as a closer in case Felix Bautista goes down at some point.
