Tigers get 41-year-old Charlie Morton in deal with Orioles: Trade details
Morton, 41, played a crucial role in World Series championships won by the Houston Astros in 2017 and Atlanta Braves in 2021. He posted a 5.42 ERA and a 1.56 WHIP for the Orioles in 23 appearances, including 17 starts.
Yet those numbers don't tell the story of a season in which Morton was removed from the rotation after five starts, his ERA at 10.89. Since making mechanical tweaks that earned his way back into the rotation, Morton is 7-1 with a 3.62 ERA.
Morton is earning $15 million this season and has a little less than $5 million remaining on his deal. He can be a free agent after this season.
This will be the seventh team Morton's pitched for in his 18-year career.
Charlie Morton trade details
The Tigers will receive Charlie Morton in the trade, and the Orioles' return is not yet known.
Charlie Morton contract
Charlie Morton is making $15 million in 2025 and is a free agent at the end of the season.
This story was updated to include new information
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