Samuel Basallo Season Ends After Concussion Diagnosis From Foul Tip

Baltimore Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo has been placed on the 7-day injured list, ending his 2026 season due to a concussion. Basallo sustained the head injury after taking a foul tip off his mask on Monday against the Blue Jays. The 22-year-old finishes the campaign with a .222/.291/.406 batting line and 18 home runs across 112 games, while also battling a nagging right shoulder injury in the second half. Carlos Narvaez will handle primary catching duties.