Mariners Claim Right-Handed Reliever Off Waivers From Red Sox

The Red Sox parted ways with another player Friday.

The Seattle Mariners claimed right-handed reliever Kaleb Ort off waivers from Boston, according to the Major League Baseball transaction wire. The claim came a day after he was placed on waivers and on the same day Yu Chang elected free agency from his minor league deal.

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Ort struggled in his 21 games this season. He had a 1-2 record and posted a 6.26 ERA in 23 innings. The third-year pitcher made two starts this season, which were the first of his major league career. Ort finished the season on the 60-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation.

The right-hander fared well at Triple-A Worcester, where he posted a sub-3.00 ERA in three seasons with the WooSox.

Ort likely will compete for a 2024 Opening Day spot for the Mariners when spring training arrives.