Instead, the Texas Rangers got him for that role. Desmond, 31, had a scorching first half, but cooled down the stretch to end the year batting .285/.335/.446 with 22 home runs. It still marked his best year since 2013, and with the ability to play all three outfield positions plus fill in at shortstop, there will be no shortage of suitors. The Orioles will especially love the right-handed hitter's career .281 batting average against lefties, but will have to decide whether they love a contract that could be in the four-year, $60 million range.