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Orioles' new closer confident he resolved a key issue from last year

The Baltimore Orioles made a splash over the weekend, signing Ryan Helsley to a two-year, $28 million contract. Despite his struggles with the New York Mets, the hard-throwing right-hander was highly regarded as one of the top free agent relievers in a stacked class that included Edwin Diaz, Devin Williams, Raisel Iglesias, and Pete Fairbanks.

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Baltimore Orioles showing interest in superstar slugger

New Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz has got to be feeling good about the roster he inherited. And Albernaz conveyed as much when he said, “The talent just jumps right out at you.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / December 3

Are the Orioles up for a Ryan O’Hearn reunion?

On his last night as an Oriole, about ten players pulled up chairs around Ryan O’Hearn’s locker at Camden Yards. They all knew what was coming: the trade deadline was hours away, and their teammate was about to be dealt.

Craig Albernaz News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 3

Questions for Orioles manager Craig Albernaz before Winter Meetings

At next week’s Winter Meetings in Orlando, Orioles beat reporters will get an opportunity to get to know the team’s new manager, Craig Albernaz. Other than his introductory news conference on November 4th, when he made a favorable impression, Albernaz is an unknown quantity.

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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?

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Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 3

The One Oriole Who Just Told Me No

While accumulating as many interviews as possible with current and former players and managers, front office executives, scouts and others for my book on Orioles history a quarter-century ago, I found that each source belonged in one of four categories.

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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 / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 2

Orioles emerge as trade fit for every elite starter except 1

Baltimore Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias has made it clear that his team intends to add an ace-caliber starting pitcher to pair with Trevor Rogers this offseason.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / December 2

Munetaka Murakami is the power threat the Orioles need

While pitching was clearly the Orioles’ biggest need coming into this offseason, that doesn’t mean the offense was without its holes. After all, Baltimore went from having Top 10 offenses in 2023 and 2024 to the 24th offense in baseball last year.

Taylor Rogers News / Camden Chat / December 1

Taylor Rogers would be a low-risk addition to the Orioles bullpen

Now that Ryan Helsley has been signed to close games for the Orioles in 2026, we probably shouldn’t expect any other massive additions to the team’s bullpen.

Ryan Helsley News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 1

Ex-Orioles closer doesn't mince words on Ryan Helsley signing

When speaking during the MLB general manager meetings in Las Vegas in mid-November, Baltimore Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias was very clear about what he wanted to do with his bullpen heading into the 2026 season.

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.

Ryan Helsley 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.

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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.

Ryan Helsley News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / November 30

Addition of Helsley fortifies Orioles’ bullpen for 2026

Since the 2025 season ended, the Orioles have added two key pieces to their bullpen. Right-hander Andrew Kittredge, who was one of four relievers traded in July, was reacquired from the Chicago Cubs.

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Ryan Helsley News / Field Level Media / November 29

Reports: Orioles sign closer Ryan Helsley to 2-year contract

Veteran right-handed closer Ryan Helsley has signed a two-year, $28 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles, multiple sources reported on Saturday afternoon.

Ryan Helsley News / Last Word On Sports / November 29

Report: Orioles Ink a New Closer to Two-Year Deal

The Baltimore Orioles are signing closer Ryan Helsley to a two-year contract, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The deal, pending a physical, is worth $14 million a year, with an opt-out after the first year.

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.

Mike Elias News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 28

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.

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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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.

Baltimore Orioles News / EasySportz / November 25