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Orioles Receive Worrying Ryan Helsley Update After Bullpen Exit

The Baltimore Orioles might once again be without closer Ryan Helsley just weeks after his return. During today's come-from-behind win over the Chicago White Sox, Helsley began warming up in the ninth inning.

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The Orioles Are Failing Collectively And Individually At The Plate

One of the many failures of the Mike Elias era is the inability to construct a roster able to succeed as a collective, while at the same time having a player development strata that manages to also undermine every individual who comes their way.

Kyle Schwarber News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

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MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Dean Kremer News / Field Level Media / July 1

Dean Kremer, Orioles quiet White Sox

Dean Kremer pitched six strong innings in his return from the injured list, and the Baltimore Orioles avoided a three-game sweep by defeating the visiting Chicago White Sox 6-1 on Wednesday afternoon.

MLB News / Camden Chat / July 1

Orioles vs. White Sox discussion

It is July 1 and it doesn’t matter if the Orioles win today. It would be nice if they won. That’s always true. It’s just that this swoon over the past four games, added on top of the overall underwhelming play, is a strong sign that they are cooked for their postseason hopes.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 1

Orioles Make Several Roster Moves

The Orioles announced Wednesday morning that they’ve reinstated right-hander Dean Kremer from the 60-day injured list. He’ll start against the White Sox in a couple hours.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / July 1

Who is your choice for Most Valuable Oriole so far?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Orioles fans and fans across the country.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / July 1

What changes can the Orioles make right away?

The Orioles keep finding ways to beat themselves. This isn’t a hot take or even a fresh one. The book is out on the Baltimore Orioles. There are several talented players, but they will not beat you with sound baseball.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / July 1

Orioles minor league recap 7/1: Bright pitches six strong in Tides loss

The Tides gave up two runs in the 7th to break a 1-1 tie and couldn’t complete a comeback in their loss to the RailRiders. The two teams entered the bottom of the 7th deadlocked at one apiece, only for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to take the lead with some small ball.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / July 1

Orioles news: O’s continue downward spiral with fourth straight loss

Good morning Birdland, It’s officially July, which means trade season will soon be open. Last year, the Orioles traded away reliever Bryan Baker on July 10, when they were 10 games under .500.

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Trey Gibson News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / July 1

Gibson allows 8 runs as Orioles lose 4th straight, drop 9 games under .500 with 9-3 loss to White Sox

BALTIMORE–What happened? Last Wednesday, Orioles manager Craig Albernaz pulled Trey Gibson from his start against the Los Angeles Angels after four innings and a 5-2 lead despite throwing only 66 pitches.

MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / June 30

Orioles Roll Over For White Sox In Fourth Straight Loss To Hit New Season Low

It’s only fitting that the hapless 2026 Baltimore Orioles dropped a season-low nine-games below .500 with an absolute thud. It’s perfectly on brand that they were down 8-1 through three innings to the upstart White Sox en route to a fourth-straight loss (9-3 at Camden Yards).

MLB News / Camden Chat / June 30

Orioles bombarded early, can’t respond in 9-3 loss to White Sox

In Monday’s loss to the White Sox, it took Chicago until the 9th inning to score their eighth run of the game. Tonight, they only had to wait until the 3rd inning, as the Southsiders clobbered Orioles’ starter Trey Gibson en route to a 9-3 blowout of Baltimore.

Dean Kremer News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 30

Orioles get desperately-needed Dean Kremer injury news

The Baltimore Orioles’ season has not gone as hoped thus far. They are in the midst of a three-game losing streak and sit fourth in the American League East at 39-47.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / June 30

Orioles IF Blaze Alexander's clutch defense has taken a downturn

Alexander is normally established for his defense, as he committed only one error across his first 67 games. But the 27-year-old has gone through a rough patch defensively, committing four errors across a five-game span.

Luis Garcia Jr. fuels Nationals' win with second multi-HR game of June

The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz

Grayson Rodriguez News / Just Baseball / June 29

The Baltimore Orioles Made the Right Call on Grayson Rodriguez

There are multiple situations or events in which you hear the phrase “don’t judge a book by its cover,” and the offseason trade that sent former top prospect Grayson Rodriguez to the Los Angeles Angels for outfielder Taylor Ward further proves that point.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 29

Orioles look to bounce back, take advantage of White Sox again

The Baltimore Orioles need something to perk them up, and maybe a visit from the Chicago White Sox will do that. The teams begin a three-game series Monday night.

Luis Garcia News / Yardbarker / June 28

Luis Garcia Jr. fuels Nationals' win with second multi-HR game of June

Closing out the month the same way he opened it, Washington Nationals first baseman Luis García Jr. powered his team to a 6-4 victory over the Baltimore

Kyle Schwarber mashes MLB-leading 30th home run, sets Phillies record

Orioles looking to be buyers at trade deadline

Four AL stars who were snubbed in MLB All-Star voting to make room for more Blue Jays

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 28

Mike Elias On Deadline Plans, Rutschman, Kremer, Mountcastle, Bassitt, George

Today’s 6-4 loss to the Nationals dropped the Orioles to 39-46, but Baltimore remains only three games out of a wild card spot in the underwhelming American League. Ten of the 15 AL clubs have losing records, leaving the Orioles still in striking distance of the playoffs if they can finally get on any kind of extended hot streak.

Baltimore Orioles News / Field Level Media / June 28

Orioles activate C Adley Rutschman, OF Dylan Beavers

The Baltimore Orioles activated catcher Adley Rutschman and right fielder Dylan Beavers and placed both in the starting lineup for Sunday's series finale against the visiting Washington Nationals.

Adley Rutschman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 28

Orioles make Adley Rutschman injury move

The Baltimore Orioles have had a frustrating 2026 MLB season thus far, currently sitting at 39-45 ahead of Sunday afternoon’s series finale against the Washington Nationals at home.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / June 27

Orioles looking to be buyers at trade deadline

The Baltimore Orioles are not yet ready to give up on the 2026 season.

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski continues to defy physics with historically fast pitch

MLB Players Association reportedly proposes ban on player prop bets

Four AL stars who were snubbed in MLB All-Star voting to make room for more Blue Jays

The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz

Kyle Nicolas News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 27

Orioles Claim Dom Keegan, Designate Kyle Nicolas

The Orioles announced that they have claimed catcher Dom Keegan off waivers from the Rays and optioned him to Double-A Chesapeake. In other moves, they designated right-hander Kyle Nicolas for assignment and reinstated lefty Cade Povich from the 15-day injured list.

Baltimore Orioles News / Athlon Sports / June 26

Orioles’ Craig Albernaz Announces Adley Rutschman News After 6 Straight Missed Games

Since consecutive playoff berths in 2023 and 2024, the Baltimore Orioles have not been able to replicate those results. They missed the playoffs in 2025 and are not on track to make it in 2026 either.

Pete Alonso News / Larry Brown Sports / June 25

Mets fans bust out harsh two-word chant during team's awful six-error game

New York Mets fans are really going through it right now.

Carlos Mendoza had strong words after Kodai Senga’s ugly start

Mets make big Kodai Senga decision

The '1969 Miracle Mets' quiz

Gunnar Henderson News / Just Baseball / June 19

The Orioles Need Gunnar Henderson To Find Himself

The Baltimore Orioles‘ season feels like a horror movie that refuses to end. Every time it looks like they’re about to escape danger, another setback pulls them right back in.