The Baltimore Orioles have granted shortstop Alcides Escobar his outright release.
This should not be a surprise to fans. With Richie Martin likely starting at short, Escobar was facing either a utility role in the majors or a season in the minors.
Escobar is now a free agent and can sign with any team.
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