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On YouTubeBrandon Young News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / April 30
Game 2: Young allows 10 runs as Orioles lose ‘ugly’ to Astros, 11-5 
BALTIMORE–What happened? After beating the Houston Astros, 10-3, behind two grand slams and strong pitching from Chris Bassitt in the first game of Thursday’s doubleheader, the Orioles collapsed in the second game.
Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / April 30
After Game 1 blowout, Orioles close doubleheader by getting blown out
You could hardly get a better representation of the 2026 Orioles season than the doubleheader that they played against the Astros on Thursday. In one game, they swung the bats well and got some pretty good pitching and they blew out the Astros.
Chris Bassitt News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / April 30
Of All The Highs And Lows In Orioles DH Split, Bassitt's Words And Deeds Ring Loudest
Let’s celebrate the positives of 18-innings of baseball at Camden Yards, shall we? For with the 2026 Orioles looking far too similar to the 2025 and 2024 versions, you know these opportunities won’t come around more often than not.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / April 30
Jim Palmer Eats First Ever Chicken Wing On-Air After Orioles Hit Two Grand Slams
Baltimore Orioles pitching legend and broadcaster Jim Palmer made an on-air promise during the O's April 16, 2025 game that he was forced to follow through with on April 30, 2026.
Chris Bassitt News / Camden Chat / April 30
Bassitt hounds Astros, O’s hit two grand slams in big 10-3 win
It’s almost a shame the Orioles have another game of baseball to play today, because it’s going to be hard to top their game one performance. The O’s opened a doubleheader with an all-around fantastic win over the Astros, 10-3.
Adley Rutschman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 30
Orioles’ Adley Rutschman continues hot stretch with grand slam vs Astros
In the afternoon matchup of a doubleheader against the Houston Astros, the Baltimore Orioles’ offense put on quite a show. In a 10-3 victory, Baltimore catcher Adley Rutschman was the catalyst.
Jeremiah Jackson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 30
Orioles’ Jeremiah Jackson continues sophomore breakout with grand slam
The Baltimore Orioles have a sneaky good roster that is starting to get going. After bringing in Pete Alonso and Taylor Ward, the Orioles are still led by Gunner Henderson, but many players have stepped up and performed well through 30 games.
Baltimore Orioles News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30
Orioles pull off rare grand slam feat
The bats are coming to life for the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday against the Houston Astros at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Md. In the bottom of the fifth, Adley Rutschman hit a grand slam to give the Orioles a 5-0 lead, and it was almost caught by Astros center fielder Brice Matthews.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Jackson Holliday News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 30
Jackson Holliday’s injury update is huge for Orioles
Baltimore Orioles infielder Jackson Holliday is working his way back from a hand injury. He previously started a rehab assignment, but it came to a stop after Holliday suffered an injury scare during a game.
Trevor Rogers News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / April 30
Flu sends Rogers to injured list; Orioles-Astros lineups for Game 1
Orioles left-handed starter Trevor Rogers will miss two starts because of the flu, manager Craig Albernaz said Thursday before Game 1 of an Orioles-Astros doubleheader.
Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / April 30
Orioles minor league recap 4/30: Irish and Aloy homer in Frederick win
It’s almost impressive that the Tides lineup managed to go 0-for-12 with runners in scoring position, largely squandering their nine hits and five walks.
Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / April 30
Orioles news: Doubleheader scheduled; Rogers ill
Hello, friends. It’s a two for the price of one kind of day for the Orioles today. When I was a younger person, these events were not to be missed. If your life leaves you free to get to Camden Yards today, I heartily recommend going.
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / April 30
Calling the Pen: Breakthrough for Orioles’ Baz and a powerful sign from Alonso
There was a lot to unpack from Tuesday night’s Orioles-Astros game, but baseball seldom pauses long enough to allow you to organize your thoughts before the next game brings new ones.
Trevor Rogers News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 29
Orioles Place Trevor Rogers On Injured List With Illness
The Orioles announced this evening that starter Trevor Rogers is headed to the 15-day injured list. He’s dealing with an undisclosed illness. The placement is retroactive to April 26, so Rogers is first eligible to return on May 11.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / April 29
The Orioles Haven't Hit Consistently In Years, But These 3 Tweaks Could Help
The Baltimore Orioles are once again a feast-or-famine ballclub that still can’t hit left-handed pitching and struggles against starters who don’t over-rely
Adley Rutschman News / Just Baseball / April 29
An Adley Rutschman Rebound Should Have the League on Notice
We’ve just surpassed the one-month threshold in the 2026 MLB season, and several players have already shattered expectations. José Soriano owns the lowest ERA in baseball, Munetaka Murakami leads the league in home runs, and it took 14 outings for Mason Miller to allow his first earned run of the season.
Pete Alonso News / Field Level Media / April 29
Pete Alonso, Orioles determined to heat up vs. Astros
The Baltimore Orioles would like for first baseman Pete Alonso to get untracked. They hope to see more signs of that Wednesday night against the visiting Houston Astros after the slugger unleashed an opposite-field home run in a 5-3 Baltimore victory Tuesday in the series opener.
Shane Baz News / Field Level Media / April 28
Shane Baz earns first win as Oriole, downing Astros
Shane Baz earned his first pitching victory with the Baltimore Orioles and Pete Alonso smacked a two-run homer in a 5-3 victory against the visiting Houston Astros to open a three-game series Tuesday night.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / April 29
Minor League Transactions: AJ Ewing, Riley Quick, Owen Murphy Promoted
The 27th and 28th of April marked the first two days when we saw notable movement across the Minor League Baseball roster landscape. Several prospects off to hot starts received a promotion after the first month of the year, including two former first-rounders: Owen Murphy and Riley Quick.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 28
Five managerial candidates for the Red Sox
The Boston Red Sox sent shockwaves around MLB when they made the decision to fire manager Alex Cora amid a disappointing start to 2026. Here are five candidates for the job.
Albert Suarez News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 26
Albert Suarez Designated For Assignment
The Orioles have designated right-hander Albert Suarez for assignment, the team announced. Closer Ryan Helsley has been reinstated from the bereavement list to take Suarez’s roster spot.
Shane Baz News / Just Baseball / April 27
The Rays Are Obvious Early Winners of the Shane Baz Trade
During his time as the general manager of the Baltimore Orioles, Mike Elias has often been criticized for his unwillingness to tap into the farm system in trades.
Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / April 26
Orioles Notebook: Rogers’ Struggles, Akin, Mayo
On Saturday, the Baltimore Orioles and Boston Red Sox met for game two in a best-of-three series between AL East foes. Boston demolished Baltimore, 17-1, exacting their revenge after a seven-run defeat the previous night.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 27
Red Sox should only consider one Alex Cora replacement
In a somewhat expected turn of events, the Red Sox chose to part ways with longtime skipper Alex Cora and five other coaches.
Alex Cora News / Yardbarker / April 26
Red Sox fire manager Alex Cora, clean house amid terrible start
Saturday was a rare good day for the Boston Red Sox this season as their bats finally came to life and a dominant 17-1 win over the Baltimore Orioles, improving their record to 10-17. The latter number is the problem, and it resulted in Red Sox management completely gutting their coaching staff after the game. Including manager Alex Cora.
Baltimore Orioles News / Field Level Media / April 23
Orioles place RHP Dean Kremer (quad) on IL, recall Brandon Young
The Baltimore Orioles placed veteran right-hander Dean Kremer on the 15-day injured list with a right quad strain, the team announced on Thursday evening.
Jackson Holliday News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21
Orioles get worrisome Jackson Holliday update amid rehab assignment
The Baltimore Orioles’ rough start to the 2026 MLB season isn’t getting any better. Young infielder Jackson Holliday has yet to play this season after suffering a hamate injury in spring training.
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