Josh Walker

The Orioles claimed LHP Josh Walker off waivers from the Braves.

Fantasy Impact

Walker returns to Baltimore after being designated for assignment by Baltimore.

The Braves designated LHP Josh Walker for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Walker loses his spot on the Braves 40-man roster. He could draw some interest on waivers.

Atlanta claimed left-hander Josh Walker off waivers from the Orioles on Thursday. Baltimore had signed Walker to a major-league contract on Nov. 4 but removed him from the 40-man roster two days later. The 29-year-old now heads to a new organization after posting a career 6.59 ERA with a 31:14 K:BB over 27.1 innings across parts of three MLB seasons. He does not have minor-league options remaining.

Fantasy Impact

Walker joins Atlanta without minor-league options, so his status will depend on how the team evaluates him during spring training.

The Orioles have claimed left-hander Josh Walker off waivers from the Phillies and have optioned him to Triple-A Norfolk.

Fantasy Impact

Walker was designated for assignment by the Phillies on Tuesday and will land with the Orioles. The 30-year-old didn't pitch for the Phillies at the big-league level and owns a career 6.59 ERA across 26 relief outings between the Mets and Blue Jays.

Josh Walker was designated for assignment by the Phillies.

Fantasy Impact

The Phillies traded for Walker back in May. The 30-year-old lefty had been pitching at Triple-A Lehigh Valley ever since. Jose Alvarado (suspension) was added back to the Phillies' active roster in a corresponding move.