Orioles claim RHP Dom Hamel off waivers

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The Baltimore Orioles claimed right-hander Dom Hamel off waivers. He will be optioned to Triple-A Norfolk.

The New York Mets designated the 26-year-old for assignment Thursday.

Hamel was a third-round pick by the Mets in 2021. This season, he appeared in 31 games for Triple-A Syracuse. Across 67 2/3 innings, he recorded a 5.32 ERA and 75 strikeouts.

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