Former Orioles' outfielder Jay Gibbons confirmed on Sunday that he will sign a contract with the Long Island Ducks of the independent Atlantic League this week, according to The Baltimore Sun.

The Baltimore Orioles have designated pitcher Steve Trachsel for assignment after a host of poor bullpen outings, according to The Associated Press.

Manny Ramirez became the 24th player to reach the 500-home run milestone, connecting in the seventh inning off Chad Bradford to help the Red Sox beat the Orioles 6-3 on Saturday night, as reported by the Associated Press.