The Orioles designated Craig Kimbrel for assignment on Wednesday, ending an unsuccessful tenure in Baltimore and potentially the 36-year-old veteran’s career.
Kimbrel, who was signed to a one-year deal last winter for $12 million, went 7-5 with a 5.33 ERA and 23 saves in 57 games this season. He struggled in the closer role, particularly in the second half (10.59 ERA in 18 appearances), and was removed in favor of trade deadline acquisition Seranthony Domínguez.
Against the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday night, Kimbrel recorded just two outs while surrendering six runs on three hits and two walks.
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