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On YouTubeShane Baz News / EasySportz / December 23
Orioles Roll the Dice on Shane Baz, Betting Big on Ace-Level Upside
Orioles trade prospects for rotation help The Baltimore Orioles reached a point this winter where standing still was no longer an option. After reaching the playoffs in each of the previous two seasons, Baltimore fell short in 2025, a reminder that progress in the American League East is rarely linear.
Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / December 23
Orioles stories of the year: Baltimore’s 2025 power outage 
Throughout the heyday of the Buck Showalter Orioles, Baltimore’s bats became synonymous with one thing: power, and lots of it. Between 2013 and 2016, an Oriole led the American League in home runs for four straight seasons.
Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / December 23
The Baltimore Orioles Are a Sneaky Fit for Kyle Tucker
The Baltimore Orioles’ offseason has been nothing if not a roaring success. While the wound of losing out on Kyle Schwarber — who re-signed with the Philadelphia Phillies — hadn’t fully healed, Baltimore swung a deal with first baseman Pete Alonso on a five-year deal worth $155 million.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 23
An early look ahead to Orioles’ spring training
Spring training is about seven weeks away, and the Orioles are likely to make several more additions and alterations to their roster. However, it’s never too early to speculate about what we’re likely to see in Sarasota and ask some pertinent questions.
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 / Sport Relay / December 22
Mid-Terms: Grading The Orioles Offseason at the Halfway Point
It’s halfway through the 2025 offseason and the Baltimore Orioles have been active. They’ve been making a variety of moves to help push the team back to the playoffs after missing out in 2025.
Pete Alonso News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 22
Orioles star Pete Alonso would love to join Team USA for World Baseball Classic
The Baltimore Orioles could see one of their newest stars take the international stage prior to the 2026 MLB season, as first baseman Pete Alonso has made his interest in joining Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic clear.
Shane Baz News / Athlon Sports / December 22
2026 Fantasy Baseball Outlook After Baz Trade
The AL East rarely sees trades between rivals, which is why the Tampa Bay Rays’ decision to send Shane Baz to the Baltimore Orioles immediately sent shockwaves through both real baseball and the fantasy community.
Samuel Basallo News / Camden Chat / December 22
Orioles stories of the year: Samuel Basallo’s contract extension
From now until the end of the year, Camden Chat writers will be revisiting some of the biggest moments and storylines of the disappointing 2025 Orioles season.
Vimael Machin News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 21
Rockies Sign Vimael Machin To Minor League Deal
The Rockies have signed infielder Vimael Machin to a minor league contract, according to ESPN’s Jorge Castillo. The agreement contains an invite for Machin to attend Colorado’s big league Spring Training camp.
Baltimore Orioles News / Stadium Rant / December 21
The Rays Trade Shane Baz To The Orioles In An Interesting AL East Exchange
The Baltimore Orioles acquired Shane Baz from the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. This trade came out of nowhere, and the only time we heard rumblings about Baz was rumors about him being traded for Ketel Marte.
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 / Camden Chat / December 21
Orioles news: Reactions to the Shane Baz trade
Hello, friends. There are now 95 days remaining until Orioles Opening Day 2026. If this weekend is any indication, things are not going to be sleepy from now until Christmas or even from then until the new year.
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 21
Elias on Shane Baz trade, Coby Mayo’s future with Orioles
On Friday, the Orioles acquired 26-year-old right-handed pitcher Shane Baz from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for four prospects — catcher Caden Bodine, right-handed pitcher Michael Forret, outfielders Slater de Brun and Austin Overn in addition to the Orioles’ Competitive Balance Round A pick, the 33rd overall, in the 2026 draft.
MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 20
What’s next for the Orioles after the Shane Baz trade
The Baltimore Orioles made another aggressive move Friday, sending four highly regarded prospects and a draft pick in the mid-30s to the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for Shane Baz.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 20
Orioles pitcher Shane Baz’s ace-caliber ceiling gets full support from Mike Elias
The Baltimore Orioles continue reshaping their roster, and confidence inside the front office appears strong. As the organization evaluates its starting rotation and maps out offseason priorities, president of baseball operations Mike Elias made it clear he believes Shane Baz can anchor the staff.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 20
Orioles' Mike Elias gives stance on Coby Mayo
The Baltimore Orioles landed some major star power at the first base position when they signed Pete Alonso to a five-year, $155 million deal last week.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 20
Orioles eyeing trade for lefty reliever
The Baltimore Orioles executed a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays for right-handed starter Shane Baz on December 19, trading several quality prospects in what's just the most recent in a flurry of moves to turn Baltimore back into World Series contenders in 2026.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 20
Tampa Bay Rays get king's ransom in Brandon Lowe, Shane Baz trades
The Tampa Bay Rays were busy on Friday.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 19
Baltimore Orioles reveal coaching staff for 2026
On Friday, the Baltimore Orioles pulled back the curtain and revealed their coaching staff for the 2026 season. With plenty of changes to the roster this offseason, the Orioles chose to surround new manager Craig Albernaz with some familiar faces.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 19
The Orioles acquire the starter they need from the Rays in what could be an overpay
Not often in Major League Baseball do division rivals come together for a trade, but it does happen. As the offseason turns, one of those rivalry trades
Pete Alonso News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 18
Orioles’ Pete Alonso gets ‘perfect fit’ truth bomb from new teammate
The Baltimore Orioles made one of the biggest splashes of the season when they signed first baseman Pete Alonso to a five-year, $155 million contract. Alonso’s impact is already being seen before he has even donned a Baltimore jersey.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 17
Orioles Sign Albert Suárez To Minor League Deal
The Orioles announced that they have signed right-hander Albert Suárez to a minor league deal. The righty will presumably receive an invite to big league camp in spring training, though the O’s didn’t explicitly say so.
Pete Alonso News / Athlon Sports / December 15
Orioles' Pete Alonso Announces News Away From Baseball on Monday
The Baltimore Orioles are looking to return to the MLB playoffs in 2026, and if they do, a major reason will be the addition of Pete Alonso. The Orioles signed the 31-year-old right-handed slugger to a five-year, $155 million contract last week to serve as the team’s everyday first baseman.
Baltimore Orioles News / Larry Brown Sports / December 11
Orioles have interest in ace pitcher
The Baltimore Orioles already made one big splash in free agency, and they might be ready to make another. On Wednesday, the Orioles signed Pete Alonso to a 5-year, $155 million contract.
Framber Valdez News / Yardbarker / December 10
Orioles turning attention to All-Star pitcher after Pete Alonso signing
The Baltimore Orioles made one of the biggest splashes of the young MLB offseason, but it sounds like they aren't done trying to make noise.
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