Orioles promote multiple prospects amid Ike Irish's season-ending injury

The Baltimore Orioles announced several promotions in their minor league system ahead of the trade deadline. Left-handed pitcher Luis De León and right-handed pitcher Juaron Watts-Brown have been moved from Double-A to Triple-A, while infielder Wehiwa Aloy and others have received promotions to Double-A. The updates come as the team faces challenges, including Ike Irish's knee injury that has ended his season. The Norfolk Tides are struggling in the International League East, currently sitting 10 games back. Ryan Mountcastle and Chris Bassitt have started rehab assignments, and Heston Kjerstad is performing well, hitting three home runs this month. The Chesapeake Baysox have also had a successful week, winning their most recent series against Erie.

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