November 3, 2008 MLB.com reports that the Orioles outrighted southpaw reliever Alberto Castillo to Triple-A Norfolk on Monday, removing the veteran from the 40-man roster.
Our View:The converted catcher threw 26 innings last season and posted a 3.81 ERA with a 1.42 WHIP. He struck out 23 batters and walked 10.
July 8, 2008 To take Adam Loewen’s roster spot (DL), the Orioles recalled right-hander Alberto Castillo from Triple-A Norfolk.
Our View:The 33-year-old Castillo is a converted catcher, having spent some time behind the plate for the O's last season. At Norfolk, he was 3-1 with a 2.05 ERA in 19 games.
June 22, 2007 Alberto Castillo was designated for assignment on Friday when the Orioles activated Ramon Hernandez from the disabled list.
June 8, 2007 The Orioles purchased the contract of Alberto Castillo from Triple-A Norfolk on Friday, according to the AP. He will serve as Paul Bako's backup while Ramon Hernandez is on the DL. Castillo batted .174 in eight games with Baltimore in April.
April 30, 2007 Alberto Castillo cleared waivers Monday and was assigned to Triple-A Norfolk, according to the AP. He hit .174 in eight games for the O's before being designated for assignment on Thursday.
