Carson Ragsdale

Atlanta claimed right-hander Carson Ragsdale off waivers from the Orioles on Thursday. Baltimore had designated him for assignment last week after he allowed eight earned runs over five innings across two appearances. Ragsdale fared better at Triple-A, finishing the season with a 4.87 ERA and 1.47 WHIP over 88.2 innings.

Fantasy Impact

Ragsdale will have a chance to compete for a spot in Atlanta’s Opening Day bullpen during spring training, though the report notes he is more likely to begin the 2026 season at Triple-A Gwinnett.

The Orioles designated RHP Carson Ragsdale for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Ragsdale loses his spot on the Orioles roster. It is possible he gets claimed on waivers.

The Orioles have recalled Carson Ragsdale from their spring training complex.

Fantasy Impact

Ragsadle will take the roster spot of Cade Povich to provide the Orioles with an extra bullpen arm to close out the season. He allowed eight earned runs in three innings in his only appearance with the Orioles this season.

The Atlanta Braves designated Carson Ragsdale for assignment on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Ragsdale made one appearance with the Orioles on September 14 against the Toronto Blue Jays, allowing eight earned runs across three innings. He was then placed on waivers and claimed by the Braves on September 17, but has been placed on waivers again less than a week later.

The Atlanta Braves claimed Carson Ragsdale off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles.

Fantasy Impact

After posting an 8.22 ERA and a 2.09 WHIP in 7.2 major league innings this season, Ragsdale will now be joining his third organization. He has previously been with the Orioles and San Francisco Giants.