Baker has allowed just one run over 4.2 innings this season.

EDGE Analysis

Baker pitched in the ninth and 10th innings of Friday's 2-1 extra-innings win over the Yankees. He's also dialed up six strikeouts and just one walk across his four appearances this season. While the Orioles are unlikely to generate many save chances for their relievers this season, Baker's pitched well and could see more high-leverage work if he can sustain this early success.

Baker will be on the Orioles' Opening Day roster, Rich Dubroff of BaltimoreBaseball.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Baker allowed just one run on one hit and one walk with four strikeouts over four innings in spring training. The 27-year-old made his major-league debut with the Blue Jays last season before being claimed by the Orioles on waivers in November. His strong spring will allow him to start the season in a low-leverage role out of the bullpen, though the Orioles' lack of relief depth could see him move up the pecking order if he pitches well.

Baker was claimed off waivers by the Orioles on Monday, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Baker tossed a single major-league inning this season, the first of his career. The 26-year-old spent the bulk of the year at Triple-A Buffalo, where he cruised to a 1.31 ERA in 41.1 innings of relief.

The Blue Jays optioned Baker to Triple-A Buffalo on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Baker joined Toronto when the roster expanded from 26 to 28 men Sept. 1, but he'll head back to the minors less than a week later after the Blue Jays needed to open up a spot for reliever Julian Merryweather (oblique), who was reinstated from the 60-day injured list. During his first stint in the big leagues, Baker made one appearance out of the bullpen, striking out a batter in a scoreless inning.

Baker will have his contract selected from Triple-A Buffalo when rosters expand Wednesday, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Baker has been lights out for Buffalo this season with a 1.36 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 40:16 K:BB across 33 innings, and he'll now receive his first opportunity in the majors. The right-hander figures to fill a low-leverage role out of the bullpen in his first taste of the big leagues.

Baker (elbow) has tossed 8.2 scoreless innings across seven appearances for Triple-A Buffalo this season, notching two saves while striking out 13.

EDGE Analysis

Baker missed a good chunk of spring training due to a Grade 1 right elbow strain, but he was cleared for game action ahead of the Triple-A season, which began earlier this month. The 26-year-old has looked good thus far in the closing role for Buffalo, converting both of his save opportunities and holding opposing hitters to a .133 average. If he continues to thrive in the late innings for Buffalo, he should earn his first MLB call-up later in 2021.

Baker (elbow) will be examined by a doctor Tuesday and could be cleared to resume throwing soon, Scott Mitchell of TSN.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

Baker is dealing with a Grade 1 right elbow strain which reportedly involves some ligament damage, but the Blue Jays still seem hopeful that he can get back on a mound soon. He's yet to make his big-league debut and isn't on the 40-man roster, however, so he isn't expected to break camp with the team even if fully healthy.

The Blue Jays announced Thursday that Baker is dealing with a Grade 1 right elbow sprain, Mike Wilner of the Toronto Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Baker's injury reportedly includes some ligament damage, but the Blue Jays are confident the right-hander is only dealing with a minor setback. That said, Baker will likely be shut down from throwing for at least a few days before the Blue Jays reassess his condition.