The Cleveland Indians designated Mark Reynolds for assignment this week, leading to speculation that the Baltimore Orioles might be interested.
Baltimore is unlikely to claim Reynolds on waivers because they didn't re-sign him this past winter. Placing a waiver claim would put them on the hook for his $6 million salary.
The Orioles would have to wait for the Indians to release Reynolds from his contract. He then could be a cost-effective option because Cleveland would still have to pay his remaining contract.