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While Contreras may not have had the ideal trajectory in recent years, the Orioles are banking on tapping into his previously demonstrated potential. If the organization can iron out the inconsistencies in his pitching mechanics and improve his strategic approach on the mound, Contreras holds promise—especially since he is still relatively young at 25.
Though he is out of options, meaning he needs to earn a spot on the 40-man roster or risk being DFA'd again, the Orioles are clearly interested in giving him a chance to revive his career. His presence adds depth to the pitching staff alongside veteran Andrew Kittridge, who was signed to a one-year, $10 million deal to bolster the bullpen, further evidencing the team's commitment to improving their pitching rotation.