The Orioles on Friday activated outfielder Jay Payton from the 15-day disabled list. Payton, 34, went on the DL on April 1 with a left hamstring strain after a productive spring training. The veteran, who signed a two-year contract with the Orioles in the offseason, hit .354 (17-for-48) with eight RBI in 17 Grapefruit League games.