Emmanuel Rivera

The Orioles outrighted Emmanuel Rivera to Triple-A Norfolk.

Fantasy Impact

Rivera cleared waivers after he was designated for assignment by Baltimore. He was invited to spring training camp.

The Orioles designated Emmanuel Rivera for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Baltimore needed to open a spot on its 40-man roster after trading for Luis Vázquez. Rivera will head to the waiver wire where a team could have some interest in him.

The Orioles and Emmanuel Rivera have agreed to a one-year, $1M deal to avoid arbitration.

Fantasy Impact

Rivera played well after joining the Orioles late in the summer. He will likely serve as a bench player in 2025 for Baltimore.

Emmanuel Rivera had a standout performance in the Orioles' 9-2 rout of the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

He went 4-for-4 with two home runs, a double, three runs scored, and four RBI. This game marks a significant uptick in Rivera's production, considering his modest .240 batting average and 29 RBI over 122 games this season. His multi-homer game could signal a potential hot streak, making him a player to watch for fantasy managers in need of power. However, Rivera's overall season stats suggest caution, as his performance has been inconsistent.

Emmanuel Rivera went 2-for-3 with two RBI in the Orioles' 6-4 defeat to the Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

Despite the team's loss, Rivera's performance was a bright spot, contributing two key RBIs to try and keep the Orioles competitive. His season has been underwhelming with a .227 batting average and modest power numbers, but games like this show his potential to contribute in clutch situations. Rivera's fantasy value remains limited due to his inconsistent hitting and low production metrics, but he could be a situational player in deeper leagues or formats that reward RBI. His ability to drive in runs, even in a struggling lineup, might offer some utility in specific matchups.