Orioles Acquire Hagerstown Native Jayvien Sandridge from Angels

Left-handed pitcher optioned to Triple-A Norfolk

Mar. 29, 2026 at 5:53pm

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The Baltimore Orioles have acquired left-handed pitcher Jayvien Sandridge from the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for cash considerations. Sandridge, a 27-year-old native of Hagerstown, Maryland, has been optioned to the Orioles' Triple-A affiliate in Norfolk.

Why it matters

The Orioles are always looking to bolster their pitching depth, especially with young, local talent like Sandridge who has major league experience. This move provides the team with additional left-handed pitching options as they continue to rebuild their roster.

The details

Sandridge pitched in one game for the New York Yankees last season, allowing two runs on a hit while walking two and striking out two. He was originally drafted by the Orioles in the 32nd round in 2018 and spent time in their minor league system before being released in 2020. Since then, he has been in the Cincinnati, San Diego, Yankees and Angels organizations.

  • Sandridge was acquired by the Orioles on March 29, 2026.
  • He pitched in one game for the Yankees in the 2025 season.

The players

Jayvien Sandridge

A 27-year-old left-handed pitcher from Hagerstown, Maryland who was acquired by the Baltimore Orioles from the Los Angeles Angels.

Baltimore Orioles

The professional baseball team based in Baltimore, Maryland that plays in the American League East division of Major League Baseball.

Los Angeles Angels

The professional baseball team based in Anaheim, California that plays in the American League West division of Major League Baseball.

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What they’re saying

“I'm excited to join the Orioles organization and have the opportunity to contribute at the major league level. This is a homecoming of sorts for me, and I'm looking forward to the challenge ahead.”

— Jayvien Sandridge, Pitcher

What’s next

Sandridge will report to the Orioles' Triple-A affiliate in Norfolk to continue developing his skills with the goal of earning a call-up to the major league roster.

The takeaway

The Orioles' acquisition of local product Jayvien Sandridge provides the team with additional pitching depth and a potential future contributor as they look to rebuild their roster through a combination of young talent and veteran leadership.