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Scott Boras Reveals Why Orioles Were So High on Pete Alonso

Baltimore Orioles President of Baseball Operations Mike Elias made it very clear that he wanted to sign star slugger Pete Alonso this offseason. This is how Alonso ended up with a five-year, $155 million deal, which was seemingly much more than he was being offered elsewhere and ultimately a deal he couldn't refuse.

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Searching for Orioles that can exceed expectations in 2026

It’s a real rush following a team that’s active in free agency. The Orioles flushed a disappointing 2025 by making several moves that should significantly improve the team this season.

Chris Bassitt News / Camden Chat / February 25

Orioles news: Chris Bassitt throws first live BP of spring

Good Morning Birdland, Yesterday was one of those spring days where the Orioles were playing a game in one Florida town, while most of the news was happening back in Sarasota.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / February 25

Orioles believe bullpen’s a strength: ‘I think we’re going to surprise some people’

FORT MYERS, Florida—Several key members of the Orioles’ bullpen were on display on Monday. Closer Ryan Helsley pitched for the first time, throwing a scoreless third.

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The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz

How many Cy Young winners from both leagues since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / February 25

Wally Bunker’s Magical Season

(Note from John Eisenberg: This week I’m handing the Bird Tapes keyboard to Jim Considine, a lifelong Baltimorean and Bird Tapes subscriber whom I’ve known for many years.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / February 24

Ryan Helsley has new weapon with Orioles

Helsley had a disastrous end to the 2025 season during his time with the New York Mets. A new pitch could help him avoid the same fate with the Baltimore Orioles.

Mets legend Darryl Strawberry shares warning for Pete Alonso about joining Orioles

How Pete Alonso can impact the Orioles' young core

Orioles Sign Thairo Estrada To Minor League Deal

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

Trevor Rogers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24

Orioles’ Trevor Rogers drops truth bomb on making ‘bust’ narrative look foolish

Trevor Rogers finished second in National League Rookie of the Year voting and earned an All-Star selection in 2021 with the Miami Marlins. He failed to replicate his success in Miami while dealing with underperformance and injury concerns, and was traded to the Baltimore Orioles in 2024.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24

Orioles reporter catches funny Pete Alonso-Chris Bassitt exchange on camera

The Baltimore Orioles are currently gearing up for the 2026 MLB season by taking part in spring training, looking to bounce back after missing the playoffs altogether in 2025.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24

The Scott Boras Mets moment that says it all about Pete Alonso’s Orioles decision

With the New York Mets in the midst of spring training to prepare for the 2026 season, the team has been in the headlines due to the players they have lost, such as Edwin Diaz and especially Pete Alonso.

Adley Rutschman News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 24

Adley Rutschman Admits His Biggest Adjustment Needed for Orioles 2026 Season

Several key players for the Baltimore Orioles didn't have the 2025 season they were hoping for. Although perhaps the most notable is star catcher Adley Rutschman.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Colton Cowser News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 24

How Colton Cowser is Approaching Orioles’ Center Field Job

The Baltimore Orioles have a long history of prolific center fielders who have come through their franchise. One notable name is Adam Jones, who spent 11 seasons with the Orioles (2008-2018) and is now an advisor in Baltimore’s front office.

Isaac Paredes News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 24

Isaac Paredes Named Trade Fit for Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles were dealt two brutal injuries to their infielders at the early stages of spring training. Jackson Holliday suffered a fractured hamate bone in his right hand; despite recently undergoing surgery and returning to the O's camp, the 22-year-old is not expected to be ready by Opening Day.

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The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz

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Jordan Westburg News / Camden Chat / February 24

Can the Orioles still have an elite offense without Jordan Westburg?

After having the 2025 season derailed largely due to injuries, the news that came out of Sarasota last Friday was the last thing Birdland wanted to hear: Jordan Westburg is set to miss the first month with a partial UCL tear that could end up costing him the whole season.

Gunnar Henderson News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 24

Gunnar Henderson Gets Honest About New Faces in Orioles Infield

The Baltimore Orioles were probably not expecting so much change within their infield after the 2025 season. Gunnar Henderson is Baltimore's franchise player and presumably their shortstop of the future, given that they can lock him down to a long-term contract.

Pete Alonso News / Camden Chat / February 24

What do you expect from Pete Alonso this year?

Do you remember how you felt when you heard that the Orioles signed Pete Alonso to a five-year contract? Shock was my biggest feeling. Alonso is an actual star and not the kind of player the Orioles have gone after in a long time.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / February 24

Orioles news: Working out the early-spring glitches

Good morning, Camden Chatters. We’re four days into the Grapefruit League season, still at the point where every team has roughly 10,000 players in camp and the regulars are getting sporadic half-days of work.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / February 24

Orioles’ pitching prospects have bright outlook: ‘Better than advertised’

SARASOTA—Craig Albernaz has been pleasantly surprised by the number of promising young arms he’s found in Orioles’ spring training. The first-year manager read reports and looked at tape of several prospects, and he’s liked what he’s seen.

Gunnar Henderson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 23

Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson reveals plan after Team USA’s hockey gold win

The Baltimore Orioles already knew Gunnar Henderson could anchor their infield, but now his ambitions stretch all the way to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 23

Mets legend Darryl Strawberry shares warning for Pete Alonso about joining Orioles

During a recent chat with Laura Albanese of Newsday, Strawberry shared somewhat of a warning for Alonso regarding the "Polar Bear" relocating to Baltimore.

Rangers' Brandon Nimmo opens up about Francisco Lindor, alleged clubhouse problems that impacted 2025 Mets

How Juan Soto could be key to Luis Robert Jr.'s bounce back with Mets

Mets' Francisco Lindor reacts to Steve Cohen 'never' having a team captain

The 'MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

Thairo Estrada News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 23

Orioles Sign Thairo Estrada To Minor League Deal

The Orioles are signing infielder Thairo Estrada to a minor league deal, per a team announcement. The deal includes an invite to big league Spring Training.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / February 21