Orioles promote Heston Kjerstad as Luis Robert Jr. hits injured list

The Baltimore Orioles have promoted outfielder Heston Kjerstad from Triple-A Norfolk following the placement of Luis Robert Jr. on the injured list. Robert, who was recently claimed off waivers from the New York Mets, sustained a left hamstring strain after appearing in only three games for Baltimore. The Orioles, who currently trail in the American League Wild Card race, have struggled with a 4-6 record over their last 10 games. Kjerstad returns to the major league roster after posting a.289/.337/.462 slash line with 11 home runs across 79 games in Triple-A this season. With the team chasing the Texas Rangers, Toronto Blue Jays, and Cleveland Guardians, the organization looks to the 27-year-old outfielder to provide additional production in the lineup. Kjerstad holds the opportunity to establish a larger role within the coaching staff during the final month of the schedule.

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