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Pete Alonso meeting with Red Sox, Orioles at Winter Meetings

Free agent first baseman Pete Alonso is attending the Winter Meetings and will have in-person sit-downs with the Red Sox and Orioles, among other interested clubs, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post.

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Albernaz settling into Orioles’ manager’s job: ‘I love our players that we have now’

ORLANDO—Spring training is still two months away, and Craig Albernaz is settling into his new job as Orioles manager. “I feel great about it. We have a great young core and some really good veteran pieces around it,” he said at the Winter Meetings on Monday.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 8

Orioles expected to meet with free agent slugger during Winter Meetings

The Baltimore Orioles are slated to meet with one of the top sluggers on the free agent market this week at the Winter Meetings. Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported on Monday that free agent first baseman Pete Alonso is expected to drive to the Winter Meetings in Orlando this week to meet with teams, including the Orioles.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 8

Orioles showing interest in trio of impact starters

After a last place finish in the AL East, the Baltimore Orioles have to rework their roster this offseason to get back in contention. With a young core of position players in place, Mike Elias and Baltimore's front office have their sights set on adding impact starting pitching.

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MLB News / Camden Chat / December 8

Orioles rumors: Ranger Suárez, Michael King, Tatsuya Imai

Will the Orioles actually sign a difference-making starting pitcher this offseason? I’ll believe this is going to happen when I see it happen. They do at least seem to be staying active in checking around on many of the remaining names seen as being near the top end of the market this winter.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / December 8

Adding capable depth to the roster is key to Orioles offseason

No one would argue that the Orioles still have a few obvious holes on their roster. They need at least one more starting pitcher and additional veteran help in the bullpen, and a concrete solution in center field would be nice too.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / December 8

Orioles news: Prepping for the Winter Meetings

Happy Monday, Camden Chatters! If you’re looking for Orioles news, there isn’t much. They ended last week with a pair of waiver claims. Will Robertson joins the team from the Pirates, and Drew Romo from the Rockies.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 8

Orioles’ 40-man roster has 10 new names

ORLANDO—The Winter Meetings are roughly the halfway point between the end of the regular season and the start of spring training, and the Orioles have already turned over 25 percent of their 40-man roster with more moves to come.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / December 7

What Would It Take for the Orioles To Move Coby Mayo or Dylan Beavers?

The Baltimore Orioles need starting pitching to compete for a World Series title. President of baseball operations Mike Elias found key offensive contributors through an arduous rebuild, but the pitching staff of the Orioles has never been a strength.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 6

Craig Albernaz gets honest about Orioles' Ryan Helsley signing

The Baltimore Orioles made arguably the biggest splash in MLB's free agent reliever market on November 29, when they signed Ryan Helsley to a two-year, $28 million deal that includes a player option after the 2026 season.

Ryan Noda News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 6

Orioles designate versatile lefty slugger for assignment

The Baltimore Orioles continue to shuffle the back end of their roster as the winter meetings near. On Saturday, the Orioles announced they designated first baseman/outfielder Ryan Noda for assignment.

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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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 6

Orioles bolster roster by adding outfielder, catcher

The Baltimore Orioles announced three roster moves on Saturday. Baltimore designated first baseman/outfielder Ryan Noda for assignment and claimed catcher Drew Romo off waivers from the Colorado Rockies and outfielder Will Robertson off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates.

MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 5

Orioles claim former Rockies top prospect off waivers

The Baltimore Orioles added a pair of waiver claims on Friday, including a former top prospect. In the afternoon, the Colorado Rockies announced that catcher Drew Romo had been claimed off waivers by Baltimore.

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Baltimore Orioles named a favorite to add star pitcher

The Baltimore Orioles have a clear need for pitching this offseason. As various reports have indicated, Mike Elias is prioritizing the addition of quality arms and many believe that the club will be one of the most aggressive in the free agent market.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 5

Orioles called a surprise team to watch at winter meetings, per insider

The Baltimore Orioles have already been active this offseason, but as MLB’s winter meetings begin Monday in Orlando, more big moves could be on the way.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 5

Orioles emerge as 'serious threat' to sign top starting pitcher

Ever since Baltimore Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias made it clear that his team intends to acquire a frontline starting pitcher this offseason, there has been a lot of interest about which free agents available would make the most sense for Baltimore, and who they're most likely to pursue.

Ranger Suarez News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5

Astros, Orioles among clubs interested in Ranger Suarez

Left-hander Ranger Suárez is one of the top free agent starting pitchers still available.

Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / November 30

Newest Orioles Acquisition Provides High-Risk, High-Reward Value

The Baltimore Orioles reportedly signed right-handed relief pitcher Ryan Helsley on Saturday, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. The deal runs for two years and is worth $28 million, or $14 million per year, pending a physical.

Baltimore Orioles News / Stadium Rant / November 30

The Baltimore Orioles Have A New Closer In Ryan Helsley

On Saturday, the Baltimore Orioles made their second move of the MLB offseason by agreeing to terms with Ryan Helsley on a two-year $28 million contract.

Ryan Helsley News / Larry Brown Sports / November 29

Orioles sign former All-Star pitcher in free agency

The Baltimore Orioles made their first big swing of free agency by bringing in an All-Star reliever. The Orioles are signing Ryan Helsley to a contract, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / November 27

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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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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.