Blaze Alexander

The Baltimore Orioles are acquiring Blaze Alexander from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for Kade Strowd, Wellington Aracena and Jose Mejia.

Fantasy Impact

Alexander was expected to serve as a utility player for Arizona, but will now start his tenure with Baltimore, likely filling a similar role. He appeared in 74 games with Arizona last season, posting a .230/.323/.383 slash line.

Blaze Alexander exited Sunday's game against the Minnesota Twins after being hit by a pitch in the fourth inning, resulting in a left elbow contusion.

Fantasy Impact

Alexander's fluoroscopy at Target Field showed no breaks, and he is considered day-to-day. He will undergo further testing in Phoenix on Monday. While he's sidelined, Jordan Lawlar is expected to handle third base.

Blaze Alexander went 1-for-3 in the win over the Dodgers with a home run, two RBI, a run scored, and a walk.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s game, Alexander has a .235 batting average with seven home runs and 19 RBI across 49 games this season. He has now homered in two of his past three games.

Blaze Alexander went 2-for-3 in the win against the Rockies with a home run, a double, and four RBI.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s game, Alexander has a .240 batting average with 10 RBI and 2 home runs across 29 games this season.

The Diamondbacks recalled INF Blaze Alexander from Triple-A Reno

Fantasy Impact

Alexander takes the roster spot of Ildemaro Vargas who was placed on the injured list. He has slashed .284/.413/.479 with eight home runs in Triple-A. He'll hold a versatility role for Arizona.