Gunnar Henderson and Kyle Bradish are positioned to lead a retooled Baltimore Orioles club into the 2026 season, anchoring a projected Opening Day lineup and rotation that blends established stars with young talent and new power.
With snow and ice still piled up high and temperatures struggling to get above freezing, spring training could not be coming at a more perfect time. The long awaited return of Baltimore Orioles baseball is almost here.
It’s become something of an annual tradition in Birdland: the hot stove season heats up, the rumor mill churns out names of frontline starters, and Orioles fans allow themselves to dream.
After a 2024 season where Gunnar Henderson was one of the best players in all of MLB, Orioles fans could be hopeful he’d be able to repeat at that elite level.
Good morning, Camden Chatters. Orioles spring training is in full swing, and it’s glorious. Pitchers and position players are out and about on the Sarasota fields.
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
SARASOTA—Shane Baz couldn’t wait to face hitters, even if they were his new teammates. Baz, who was acquired by the Orioles from the Tampa Bay Rays in December for four prospects and a draft choice, was happy to be in the first group of pitchers for Wednesday’s live batting practice at Ed Smith Stadium.
The Baltimore Orioles are entering the 2026 season with a new look roster and multiple new faces in the rotation and bullpen. On Thursday, manager Craig Albernaz outlined a potential rotation plan to start the season.
SARASOTA-What’s happening? The signing of starting pitcher Chris Bassitt isn’t official, but there’s excitement and speculation about the impact the right-hander’s addition will have on the Orioles’ rotation.
The Baltimore Orioles arrived at Spring Training intent on resetting the standard in the AL East, and Craig Albernaz wasted no time making his expectations clear.
The two-time reigning World Series champions Los Angeles Dodgers could have stood pat all offseason long without making any additions, and they would still be viewed as a major contender to win the Fall Classic again in 2026.
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.
Being a sports fan is all about the endurance of disappointment. Odds are that your team is not going to win the championship in a given year. They aren’t going to sign or trade for the exact player you want.
During his February 10 appearance on the "Exit 52 Podcast", The Baltimore Sun's Baltimore Orioles beat reporter Jacob Calvin Meyer made a bold claim about the kind of pitcher Kyle Bradish could be this season.
Hello, friends. There are now six weeks remaining until Orioles Opening Day. We’re three days from position players being required to report, with the first spring training game now eight days away.
SARASOTA—Adley Rutschman had a painful and disappointing 2025 season. Because of two oblique strains, one on each side, Rutschman was limited to 90 games, and hit only .220 with a .673 OPS, nine home runs and 29 RBIs.
Jackson Holliday took a definite step forward in his progression last season with the Baltimore Orioles after an underwhelming rookie campaign in 2024.
The Baltimore Orioles are already seeing the impact of their marquee offseason move, as Pete Alonso has quickly become a focal point at Spring Training.
Baltimore Orioles infielder Jackson Holliday is preparing to undergo hand surgery and is expected to start the season on the injured list. President of baseball operations Mike Elias announced the news during an injury recap in Sarasota, Florida, on Wednesday morning, according to MASN Sports.
Longtime major league catcher Jacob Stallings has taken on a new role in the Pirates’ baseball operations department, Stallings tells Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday will open the 2026 season on the injured list after suffering a fractured hamate bone in his right hand during live batting practice on Feb.
Framber Valdez and the Baltimore Orioles were linked for a long time. Baltimore’s President of Baseball Operations, Mike Elias, and Valdez have known each other since their time together with the Houston Astros.
The Orioles announced they’ve outrighted infielder/outfielder Weston Wilson after he was designated for assignment over the weekend. Baltimore also confirmed they lost third baseman Bryan Ramos to the Cardinals via waivers, a move that was reported earlier this afternoon.
The Baltimore Orioles 2026 season will finally show signs of life on Feb. 10, when pitchers and catchers report to Florida. Baltimore’s season comes with a slew of questions, primarily centering around how new acquisitions Pete Alonso and Shane Baz adapt to the new clubhouse.
The Orioles officially fleshed out their list of non-roster invites for 2026 Spring Training on February 4. That list includes a former first-round pick, Enrique Bradfield Jr., as well as two of the Orioles’ best pitching prospects in the system.
The Baltimore Orioles prioritized their pitching staff during the 2026 offseason, making several moves both in their rotation and the bullpen. Baltimore first signed closer Ryan Helsley to a two-year, $14 million deal in late November to replace the injured Felix Bautista.
Ray Miller was known for many things during his time as a major league manager and pitching coach. Yes, he was the manager for the Baltimore Orioles for two seasons (1998-1999) and is a part of MLB history, as he didn’t include Cal Ripken Jr.’s name on the lineup card that broke the Iron Man’s streak at 2,632 consecutive games played.