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Orioles rumors: Why a Kyle Tucker pursuit is still on the table after Taylor Ward trade

The Baltimore Orioles made the first significant move of the MLB offseason, trading Grayson Rodriguez to the Los Angeles Angels for Taylor Ward. Bringing in Ward helps fill their need for a power-hitting outfielder.

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Orioles news: Rodriguez trade, tender deadline

Hello, friends. There are now 126 days remaining until Orioles Opening Day 2026. It will probably take several more of those days to digest the Grayson Rodriguez-Taylor Ward trade.

Taylor Ward News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / November 20

Peter Schmuck: The deal for slugger Taylor Ward is proof the Orioles want to put the past behind them

No doubt, there is a lot of head-scratching going on in Birdland after the Orioles – who badly need more high-quality starting pitching – decided to part ways with highly regarded prospect Grayson Rodriguez.

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The '50-home-run MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

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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.

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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 / 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.

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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

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 19

Angels still hoping to add CF, 3B after trade with Orioles

The Angels crossed one item off their winter to-do list on Tuesday night, but they're not done yet.

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MLB News / Just Baseball / November 19

Breaking Down the Grayson Rodriguez for Taylor Ward Trade

Late Tuesday night, the Baltimore Orioles traded right-handed pitcher Grayson Rodriguez to the Los Angeles Angels. Rodriguez, 26, missed all of the 2025 season with a lat strain and elbow injury that later caused him to undergo a debridement in August.

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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 / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 19

Where Orioles could go for pitching after Taylor Ward trade

The Baltimore Orioles made a huge splash on the trade market on Tuesday, swinging a big deal with the Los Angeles Angels to acquire outfielder Taylor Ward in exchange for right-handed pitcher Grayson Rodriguez.

Baltimore Orioles News / Stadium Rant / November 19

Jays’ – Bichette Uncertain, Orioles Power-Hitting Upgrade Signals AL East Shift In ’26

The Toronto Blue Jays are very familiar with newly acquired Orioles outfielder Taylor Ward. There was a time, back in 2023, when the outfielder’s name surfaced as a possible trade target for Toronto’s playoff push.

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Kyle Tucker News / Camden Chat / November 19

The Orioles definitely won’t sign Kyle Tucker, but they definitely should

Here we go, folks: I’m about to write a thousand words about how the Orioles should sign Kyle Tucker. Yes, yes, I do understand that there’s one critical flaw in that premise, and it is this: the Orioles are definitely not going to sign Kyle Tucker.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 19

Orioles protect pair of prospects from Rule 5 Draft

The Baltimore Orioles made a series of roster moves on Tuesday as the club continued shaping its 40-man roster ahead of a pivotal offseason. Right-handed reliever Cameron Foster and outfielder Reed Trimble were selected to the 40-man roster, protecting both players from next month's Rule 5 Draft.

Robert Suarez News / Camden Chat / November 19

Orioles free agent target: Robert Suarez

The Orioles enter this offseason with a bullpen that is thin on pitchers with successful experience as late-inning relievers, and pretty much completely empty on pitchers who’ve been closers before.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / November 19

Orioles Facing Big Issue After Angels Trade

The Baltimore Orioles have started their new era after finishing in last place in the AL East this past season. They hired new manager Craig Albernaz on Oct.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 19

Angels, Orioles fill needs with this surprising trade

The Baltimore Orioles were looking to add a right-handed hitting outfielder during the offseason. The Los Angeles Angels, meanwhile, needed to add talent to a thin pitching staff. A trade between the two teams has begun the process of filling those holes on the roster.

Top trade destinations for Kodai Senga

Three landing spots for Cody Bellinger

Pirates' willingness to spend this offseason could preview next CBA

Ex-Rockies VP reveals 'what if' scenario involving Kyle Schwarber, Kris Bryant

Mets have surprising trade stances on Brandon Nimmo, Kodai Senga

Trevor Rogers News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 18

Trevor Rogers reveals stance on Orioles contract extension

Many players on the Baltimore Orioles had disappointing individual 2025 seasons. This is why the Orioles produced a mediocre campaign overall, which is proven by them finishing in last place in the AL East for the first time since the 2021 season.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 18