Orioles Trade Chayce McDermott To Dodgers
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- The Dodgers acquired right-hander Chayce McDermott from the Orioles in exchange for minor league pitcher Axel Perez, filling a 40-man roster spot without needing additional moves.
- McDermott, once a top Orioles prospect, struggled significantly in 2025 and 2026 with command issues, leading to his designation for assignment and eventual trade.
- After transitioning from starter to reliever, McDermott's velocity has improved, now featuring a fastball at 95.3 mph and new secondary pitches, as he aims to revitalize his career with the Dodgers.
- Axel Perez, the player sent to Baltimore, is a 20-year-old Dominican prospect with limited professional experience and mixed results, considered a long-term developmental project.
- The Dodgers have a history of finding success with players acquired in similar fringe transactions, often revitalizing careers through changes of scenery and role adjustments.
