The Baltimore Orioles activated catcher Samuel Basallo from the injured list Wednesday ahead of their game against the New York Yankees, per multiple reports. Basallo was immediately inserted into the starting lineup.
Per MLB.com, the Orioles optioned utility man Jackson to make room on the roster, allowing Baltimore to carry three catchers. ESPN reported that Basallo was activated from the 10-day injured list, though Deadspin identified a shoulder injury as the reason for his absence.
The Orioles look to tie their series with New York on Wednesday night, per Yahoo Sports.