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Basallo's Rehab Assignment Looms
16 Aug
Summary
- Basallo begins rehab assignment tomorrow in Triple-A Norfolk.
- He has been on the IL since July 22 with shoulder inflammation.
- Before injury, he had 16 home runs and 46 RBIs.
The Baltimore Orioles have provided an update on catcher Samuel Basallo, who is slated to begin his rehabilitation assignment with Triple-A Norfolk tomorrow. Basallo has been on the injured list since July 22 due to right shoulder inflammation, with his return date previously undetermined. Recent reports indicate he has resumed throwing and hitting, participating in live batting practice against Felix Bautista.
Prior to his injury, the 22-year-old Basallo was performing well, slashing .241/.305/.450 with a .755 OPS. He had accumulated 16 home runs and 46 RBIs over 86 games played this season. This upcoming rehab assignment will be crucial in clarifying his exact timeline for rejoining the major league club.
