The Baltimore Orioles announced that Ryan Mountcastle and Chris Bassitt will start their Major League Baseball rehab assignments with the Norfolk Tides on July 28, 2024. The Tides are set to host the Worcester Red Sox at Harbor Park in Norfolk, Virginia, marking the return to game action for both players.
Ryan Mountcastle Returns to Norfolk for Fifth Season
Ryan Mountcastle has not played in a game since April 11, 2024. Before his injury, Mountcastle appeared in eight games this season, batting .286 with four hits in 14 at-bats. His assignment with the Norfolk Tides will be his fifth different season with the Triple-A club, making him the 17th hitter in franchise history to achieve that milestone. Mountcastle first played for Norfolk in 2019, when he earned the International League MVP award after hitting .312 with 25 home runs and 83 RBIs in 127 games.
Chris Bassitt Scheduled to Pitch Series Opener
Chris Bassitt, sidelined since June 3, 2024, enters his rehab assignment with the Tides after compiling a 4-4 record and a 5.27 ERA in 12 games (10 starts) this season. He struck out 37 batters while issuing 22 walks before his injury. Bassitt is slated to pitch the series opener against the Worcester Red Sox on July 28. When he makes his first appearance with the Tides, Bassitt will be the ninth-oldest pitcher in the franchise’s history, underscoring his veteran status.
Norfolk Tides Hosting Worcester Red Sox at Harbor Park
The Norfolk Tides will open their series against the Worcester Red Sox on Tuesday, July 28, at Harbor Park. Single-game tickets start at $17, with special discounts available for students, active military personnel, and senior citizens. Children under two years old are admitted free. Fans can keep updated by following the Tides on social media or visiting norfolktides.com.
MSB Take
The Baltimore Orioles gain valuable reinforcements with the rehab assignments of Ryan Mountcastle and Chris Bassitt to the Norfolk Tides. Mountcastle9s return highlights his longstanding role within the Orioles’ system, especially given his history as the 2019 International League MVP and his rare fifth season with the Tides. Bassitt9s return to pitching in the International League provides an important step in regaining his form following his injury. Their performances in Norfolk will be crucial for their readiness to rejoin the Orioles9 Major League roster as the 2024 season progresses.
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