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Mike Elias says Orioles looking for 'experienced ninth-inning guy'

Baltimore quickly went to work on its bullpen when the offseason got underway, adding Andrew Kittredge in a trade with the Cubs. The veteran righty would likely be the club’s closer if the season started today, but president of baseball operations Mike Elias still has plenty of time to add to the bullpen.

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Albernaz will bring new ideas to the Orioles’ batting order

With one major offensive acquisition, outfielder Taylor Ward, and still more than two months until spring training, it’s too early to contemplate 2026 batting orders, but that won’t stop us.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / November 27

Orioles could make up for lackluster offseasons by doing this

Orioles could make up for recent lackluster offseasons by doing this

The Baltimore Orioles' disappointing 2025 season began with a lackluster 2024-25 offseason. Those quiet offseasons may be a thing of the past moving forward.

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Awesome MLB players from the 90s you probably forgot about

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 27

'Wild card' Orioles in hot pursuit of top free agent hitter

The Baltimore Orioles should be in play to sign several of the top free agents in multiple positions this offseason. One of their potential targets is now off the market, as right-handed pitcher Dylan Cease signed a seven-year, $210 million deal with the Orioles' AL East rival Toronto Blue Jays.

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The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB home run leaders since 1997' quiz

The 'Multiple MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'MLB home run record by position' quiz

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 27

Orioles rumors: Baltimore could boost rotation with Tatsuya Imai signing

The Baltimore Orioles continue to explore every edge of the pitching market as they search for rotation help in MLB Free Agency. Among the options on their board is Tatsuya Imai, a rising talent whose posting process has sparked league-wide curiosity about his MLB fit.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

MLB News / Camden Chat / November 27

Orioles news: Mike Shildt hired, Cease signs with Jays

Hello, friends. There are now 119 days remaining until Orioles Opening Day 2026. Probably nothing is going to happen on this particular day, Thanksgiving, in the United States.

Cal Ripken News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / November 26

When Ripken’s Ironman Streak Was Under Fire

Here’s an audiobook-style excerpt from my book about Ripken’s historic feat that focuses on the controversy generated by his desire to play every day. A decade or so ago, when I interviewed Cal Ripken Jr.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / November 26

Orioles could make a splash with Tatsuya Imai

These days, whenever a young Japanese player is posted to come to MLB, the assumption is that he will join the Dodgers. And why not? The Dodgers are good every single year.

Chris Bassitt News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 26

Why Chris Bassitt is the perfect fit for the Orioles' rotation

The Baltimore Orioles' front office has made it clear that they intend to add a front-line starting pitcher this winter. And while there's no reason to suggest they don't do so, there's also a chance they'll fall short.

Reed Trimble News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / November 26

Bradfield, Trimble could be outfield options for Orioles in 2026

The Orioles continue to look for outfielders but have two interesting prospects in their farm system, one of whom is well-known to fans, and another who isn’t.

Baltimore Orioles News / EasySportz / November 25

Why the Taylor Ward Trade Is a Step Forward for the Orioles and Mike Elias

Why the Orioles finally addressed a glaring need and freed themselves to pursue real pitching stability The Orioles did something this week they have avoided for years.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Baltimore Orioles News / EasySportz / November 25

Why the Orioles Should Go All In on Kyle Tucker

Signing the star outfielder would signal that Baltimore is serious about contending every year The Orioles sit on the edge of something rare in modern baseball.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / November 25

Baltimore Orioles 2025-2026 Offseason Wish List

The Baltimore Orioles will be one of Major League Baseball’s most compelling teams this offseason. The organization is already flush with young, controllable talent offensively.

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Zac Gallen News / Camden Chat / November 25

Zac Gallen’s ace days are behind him, but he’d help the Orioles’ rotation

The Orioles didn’t have the kind of 2025 season they were hoping for. On the other side of the country, neither did Zac Gallen. Now the two could be a perfect match as they both look to improve their fortunes in 2026.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / November 25

Orioles news: Broadcaster Geoff Arnold is out

Happy Tuesday, Camden Chatters. There hasn’t been any movement to the Orioles roster since the Grayson Rodriguez trade, but there was some news about the team yesterday.

Taylor Ward News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 24

Taylor Ward makes bold claim about 2026 Orioles

For the first time since being traded last week, Taylor Ward spoke to the media as a member of the Baltimore Orioles. On a Zoom call Monday, Ward said he had no idea the Orioles had interest in him, despite hearing his name in trade rumors for years.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 23

Three potential landing spots for Michael King

He has performed like a top-of-the-rotation starter when healthy, but does not have an extensive history as a major league starter.

Three non-playoff MLB teams that could contend in 2026

Three MLB teams that may regret their non-tender decisions

MLB’s new media deal may end up being a bad deal for consumers

The 25 greatest MLB players to never win an MVP

The 'A.L. and N.L. strikeout leaders' quiz

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 22

Craig Albernaz’s impact on Orioles’ catchers

Baltimore moved on from Brandon Hyde during the 2025 season, but they’ll replace him this year with another former catcher. New manager Craig Albernaz was a backstop for nine seasons in the minors.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 22

Orioles' Mike Elias speaks out on shocking Grayson Rodriguez trade

Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias held a video conference with reporters on Friday to discuss the major one-for-one swap earlier this week that sent Grayson Rodriguez to the Angels in exchange for Taylor Ward.

Felix Bautista News / Total Apex Sports / November 22

Felix Bautista’s Risky New Deal For 2026

Felix Bautista’s one-year, $2.25 million contract for the 2026 season marks a small but meaningful vote of confidence by the Baltimore Orioles, even as they brace for a long recovery road.

MLB News / Total Apex Sports / November 21

Baltimore Orioles-Minnesota Twins Pull Off Shrewd Trade

In a move that probably won’t shatter the MLB landscape but definitely raises an eyebrow or two, the Minnesota Twins have dipped into the Baltimore Orioles’ catching reserves, snagging Alex Jackson in exchange for minor league Infielder Payton Eeles.

Gunnar Henderson News / Athlon Sports / November 19

Orioles' Gunnar Henderson Announces Personal News

The Baltimore Orioles took a step backward as an organization in 2025. They finished with a 75–87 record, landing in last place in the AL East just two years after winning the division title.

Grayson Rodriguez News / Yardbarker / November 20

Grayson Rodriguez reveals health update after Orioles trade

New Angels pitcher Grayson Rodriguez reveals interesting health update after Orioles trade

Acquired in a trade with the Baltimore Orioles, new Los Angeles Angels pitcher Grayson Rodriguez believes there is a big reason why he is ready to put his injury history behind him in Anaheim.

MLB's new media deal may end up being a bad deal for consumers

Raisel Iglesias spurned Dodgers, others to remain with Braves

'Clear favorite' emerges to sign top free agent Cody Bellinger

Three potential landing spots for Bellinger

Three trade destinations for Kodai Senga

Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / November 18

Orioles Move Young Pitcher for Veteran Bat to Bolster Lineup

The Baltimore Orioles announced a trade with the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night, swapping right-handed pitcher Grayson Rodriguez for outfielder Taylor Ward.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / November 19

Orioles land 36-HR slugger in trade with Angels

The Baltimore Orioles added some power to their lineup on Tuesday via a trade with the Los Angeles Angels. The Orioles announced that the team has agreed to trade right-handed pitcher Grayson Rodriguez to the Angels in exchange for outfielder Taylor Ward.