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Orioles Re-Sign Veteran Pitcher Kyle Gibson to One-Year Deal

The Orioles bring back Gibson to bolster their injury-hit rotation, with the 37-year-old expected to provide stability and leadership in 2025.

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Kyle Gibson (48) delivers against the Boston Red Sox during the third of a four-game weekend AL-East division series at Oriole Park at Camden Yards Friday Sept. 30, 2023. (Karl Merton Ferron/Baltimore Sun Staff)
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Orioles pitcher Kyle Gibson reacts after striking out Blue Jays' Brandon Belt to end the top of the eighth inning. The Orioles defeated the Blue Jays 5-3 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Aug. 24, 2023
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Overview

  • Kyle Gibson signed a one-year contract with the Orioles worth $5.25 million, with up to $1.525 million in performance bonuses.
  • The Orioles sought Gibson’s return to address rotation depth issues caused by injuries to Grayson Rodriguez and Kyle Bradish, as well as the offseason departure of ace Corbin Burnes.
  • Gibson, who pitched for Baltimore in 2023, is valued for his durability and clubhouse leadership, having made at least 25 starts in each of his last 10 full MLB seasons.
  • In 2024, Gibson posted a 4.24 ERA across 169 2/3 innings for the St. Louis Cardinals, his best performance since his 2021 All-Star season.
  • Gibson is undergoing a ramp-up process and is expected to join the Orioles’ rotation in several weeks, aiming to provide innings and mentorship for a young roster.