The New York Mets made a significant roster adjustment on Thursday ahead of their upcoming three-game series against the San Francisco Giants at Citi Field. The team has claimed right-handed pitcher Cameron Weston off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles and has designated catcher Shawn Ross for assignment. Following this move, Weston has been optioned to Triple-A Syracuse.
Cameron Weston, who celebrated his 26th birthday just last week, was originally drafted by the Orioles in the eighth round of the 2022 MLB Draft. He has recently made his Major League debut, pitching a scoreless inning against the Toronto Blue Jays on May 28, 2026. In that game, Weston struck out former Met Andrés Giménez, allowed a walk to Brandon Valenzuela, and induced a double play from George Springer before being sent back to Triple-A Norfolk.
Despite his impressive debut, Weston has faced challenges in the minors this season, posting a 7.89 ERA over 51.1 innings pitched at Norfolk. His pitching style is characterized by a unique sidearm delivery, featuring a four-degree arm angle that ranks as the second-lowest among qualified right-handers, trailing only submariner Tyler Rogers. Notably, Weston showcased his potential during his debut, averaging an impressive 19.9 inches of horizontal break on his sinkers, a statistic that stands out in the current season.
On the other hand, Shawn Ross, who was claimed off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates on August 2, has struggled to find his footing with the Mets. In his 15 games with Syracuse, Ross managed to hit just .195, including one home run. Earlier this season, he made a brief appearance with the Pirates, where he hit a notable home run in his second at-bat, recording an exit velocity of 110.6 mph and a projected distance of 438 feet.
This transaction marks a notable trend between the Mets and Orioles, as both teams have claimed players off waivers from each other within the last 72 hours. The Mets will be looking to bolster their roster as they prepare for their series against the Giants, which will also see the return of key players like Pete Alonso and Luis Robert Jr. The upcoming games at Citi Field from September 14-16 could provide Weston an opportunity to face his former team, adding an intriguing subplot to the matchup.
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