Andrew Kittredge

The Orioles have exercised their $9 million team option on Andrew Kittredge for the 2026 season, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today.

Fantasy Impact

This move was considered a formality, as Baltimore just reacquired Kittredge from the Cubs earlier this week after dealing him to Chicago at the 2025 trade deadline. Kittredge posted a 3.40 ERA, 0.98 WHIP, and a 64:11 K:BB over 53 regular-season innings split between the two clubs. He is expected to operate as a high-leverage reliever for Baltimore in 2026 and could be in the mix for the closer role, depending on the team's other offseason bullpen moves.

Andrew Kittredge will open Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series against the Padres.

Fantasy Impact

Kittredge will likely pitch the first inning. Shota Imanaga will take over after him in the bulk role.

Andrew Kittredge secured the save with three strikeouts and one walk in a scoreless appearance during the Cubs' 4-3 victory over the Rays.

Fantasy Impact

Kittredge has converted all three of his save opportunities since Daniel Palencia (shoulder) landed on the injured list and will continue to serve as the closer for the Cubs. After yesterday's performance, Kittredge now holds a 3.31 ERA and 0.98 WHIP with 5 saves and 14 holds across 50 games this season.

Andrew Kittredge pitched a clean inning for the save on Wednesday against the Braves.

Fantasy Impact

Kittredge added one strikeout. He needed just 11 pitches to record the save.

Andrew Kittredge earned his first save of the season in a flawless outing against the Pirates, allowing no hits or walks while throwing just 10 pitches.

Fantasy Impact

With Daniel Palencia unavailable, Kittredge was tasked with closing out the game and looked sharp on the mound. He has not allowed a run in five straight outings. Following yesterday's game, Kittredge holds a 3.76 ERA and 1.07 WHIP across 39 appearances, with 11 holds to his name.