Orioles claim OF Sam Hilliard off waivers from Atlanta, designate RHP Joey Krehbiel for assignment

Colorado Rockies' Sam Hilliard is congratulated as he returns to the dugout after hitting a three-run home run off Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Carlos Hernandez during the third inning of a baseball game Saturday, May 14, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)(AP/David Zalubowski)

BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles have claimed outfielder Sam Hilliard off waivers from the Atlanta Braves.

The Orioles announced the move Wednesday. They also designated right-hander Joey Krehbiel for assignment.

The 29-year-old Hilliard was limited to 40 games for Atlanta this season because of a right heel injury. He hit .236 with three home runs. He spent his first four big league seasons with Colorado and hit a career-high 14 homers in 2021 for the Rockies.

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