Dubin moved from Houston to Baltimore on waivers after a forearm strain sidelined him. He posted a 1.33 ERA in 18 appearances earlier this season but allowed 13 runs in five outings after returning from the IL, leaving him with a 5.61 season ERA. With no minor-league options, Baltimore must add him to the active roster and determine a bullpen fit for his power-armed profile.

Dubin returned from a forearm strain on Aug. 12 but hasn’t looked the same in five appearances since returning, leading Houston to DFA him to clear room for Blubaugh. While a bullpen arm with late-inning potential, his recent struggles complicate usage and fantasy trust as depth is tested by injuries.

Dubin entered as a relief option, but the fourth inning spiraled into a four-run frame that punctured Houston’s chances as Javier exited. His appearance underscores Houston’s bullpen volatility and the risk of relying on long relief in tight games.

Dubin was reinstated from the IL to bolster the bullpen and potentially handle high-leverage work while Hader is out. His immediate role could be tied to late-inning appearances as the club adjusts to the absence of the closer and tests bullpen depth.

Shawn Dubin also began his rehab assignment, pitching two-thirds of an inning and allowing one run on one hit.