Orioles' Blake Hunt: Jettisoned from 40-man roster

The Orioles designated Hunt for assignment Monday, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports.

The Orioles made the signing of Andrew Kittredge official Monday and needed to free up a spot on their 40-man roster. Hunt, 26, slashed only .179/.219/.278 over 42 games during his time with Triple-A Norfolk last season.