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Roth

Roth didn’t get claimed after being designated for assignment by the Orioles on Monday. The 27-year-old has pitched well in the minors, but his lack of velocity makes him more organizational depth than future high-leverage reliever.

Roth was given his first major league callup late last month, but he never pitched in six days on the Orioles’ roster. Someone else might decide to take a look at him, but given that he’s 27, he doesn’t throw very hard and he’s pretty wild, he’s going to have a tough time making it in the majors. He does have a nice 2.08 ERA in 39 innings between Double- and Triple-A this year.

The 27-year-old Roth didn’t get to make his major league debut in his six days with the Orioles, but at least he’s on the 40-man roster now. He has a 2.21 ERA in 36 2/3 innings in the minors this season.

Roth receives his first promotion to the majors prior to the nightcap affair of Tuesday’s twin bill against the Blue Jays. The 27-year-old reliever has posted a stellar 2.21 ERA across 36 2/3 innings (24 appearances) this season between Triple-A Norfolk and Double-A Chesapeake.