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Orioles’ Coby Mayo predicted his massive home run vs. Royals

The Baltimore Orioles earned an 8-6 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday. Coby Mayo played a significant role in the win, as he crushed a big three-run home run 452 feet.

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Orioles scores: O’s put up big inning, hold on late for 8-6 win over Royals

Well, the Orioles did what they needed to do and won their series against the worst team in the American League. But it sure as heck wasn’t easy. The O’s took the rubber game in Kansas City, 8-6, behind a six-run explosion in the top of the sixth, then held on for dear life to fend off the Royals’ late comeback attempt.

Coby Mayo News / Field Level Media / April 22

Coby Mayo's 3-run blast leads Orioles past Royals

Coby Mayo belted a three-run homer to highlight a sixth-run sixth inning, fueling the visiting Baltimore Orioles to an 8-6 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday afternoon.

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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 / MLB Trade Rumors / April 22

Jackson Holliday Undergoing MRI For Continued Hand Discomfort

Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday is in Baltimore for another MRI on his ailing right hand, the team announced to reporters (link via Andy Kostka of the Baltimore Banner).

Ryan Helsley News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / April 22

Helsley placed on family leave/bereavement list by Orioles, Espada recalled

The Orioles placed their closer, Ryan Helsley on the family leave/bereavement list before Wednesday’s game with the Kansas City Royals. Helsley, who was the losing pitcher in Tuesday night’s game, is 0-2 with a 2.79 ERA and six saves in 11 games.

Baltimore Orioles News / Field Level Media / April 22

Orioles 2B Jackson Holliday (hand) suffers setback

Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday will have an MRI following another setback in his recovery from a right hand injury. The former No. 1 overall draft pick was removed from Triple-A Norfolk's game against Memphis on Tuesday after he experienced discomfort during a swing.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / April 22

Orioles minor league recap 4/22: Aloy drives home 5 in Keys victory

Trey Gibson delivered his best start of the season, and the Tides used a four-run 5th to score a series-opening win against Memphis. The Orioles’ No.2 pitching prospect got off to a rocky start against the Redbirds, allowing a triple to the first batter he faced and staking Memphis to an early 1-0 lead after an RBI groundout.

Jackson Holliday News / Camden Chat / April 22

Orioles news: Holliday exits rehab game with hand discomfort

Good morning Birdland, Everything feels very difficult for the Orioles right now. Their most recent wins, which have been few and far between, have all come in extreme circumstances.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / April 22

Helsley’s wildness, end of Garcia’s streak create rare off night for Orioles’ bullpen in loss to Royals

Entering the ninth inning of Tuesday night’s Orioles-Royals game, Ryan Helsley had been impressive — a 1.93 ERA, six saves in six opportunities and only two runs allowed in 10 appearances.

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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.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / April 22

Listen: A Loyal Oriole Fan’s Soundtrack

Ben Schenck used to collect autographs on his baseball glove outside Memorial Stadium. Decades later, he is a jazz musician in New Orleans. He has written a song inspired by his beloved Orioles.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / April 21

Orioles Pitchers Combine For Four Wild Pitches, Including On Game-Deciding Play, In Another Troubling Loss

Orioles pitchers tossed four wild pitches Tuesday night in Kansas City, which somehow doesn’t even feel that surprising for this operation. They, of course,

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MLB News / Camden Chat / April 21

Orioles blow two leads, lose 6-5 to Royals on walk-off wild pitch

The Orioles coughed up two different leads on Tuesday night as starter Shane Baz was, yet again, inconsistent, and the team’s bullpen had a rare stumble.

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.

Sam Huff News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 21

Orioles Designate Sam Huff For Assignment

The Orioles announced Tuesday that catcher Sam Huff has been designated for assignment. His roster spot will go to catcher Adley Rutschman, who’s returning from a brief stay on the 10-day injured list due to a minor ankle injury.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / April 20

Mobile Gaming Brings Baltimore Orioles Closer in Surprise Team-Building Activity

However you can build team chemistry, you lean into it. And if that means a few Clash Royale battles in the clubhouse, so be it. So far, the Baltimore Orioles have had a relatively up-and-down 2026 campaign.

Trevor Rogers News / Just Baseball / April 20

Could Trevor Rogers Be a Nine-Figure Free Agent?

Not many players hit the free-agent market having already experienced the extreme peaks and valleys that Trevor Rogers has in his career. He is acquainted with navigating the challenges of overcoming failure and reaching lofty expectations.

Jayvien Sandridge News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 19

Orioles Outright Jayvien Sandridge

Orioles left-hander Jayvien Sandridge has cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A, the club announced. Sandridge was bumped off the 40-man to clear space for catcher Sam Huff, who had his contract selected earlier this week.

Taylor Ward News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 18

Orioles outfielder takes big step forward amid injury recovery

It sounds like the Baltimore Orioles could have one of their key outfielders back in action soon. The latest injury report reveals that another key player, alongside Adley Rutschman and Jackson Holliday, is making progress with his injury.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / April 18

The Orioles’ Battered Lineup Is Finding Ways to Produce

The Baltimore Orioles are right in the thick of the American League East, sitting just a game-and-a-half behind the first-place Tampa Bay Rays. It’s a strong start for a team many believed should temper expectations due to the division’s depth.

Baltimore Orioles News / Larry Brown Sports / April 14

Orioles manager Craig Albernaz suffered brutal injuries from foul ball to face

Craig Albernaz is facing a challenging recovery after Monday night’s mishap with a foul ball.

Orioles manager Craig Albernaz gets struck in the head by a foul ball

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$Craig Albernaz suffered seven fractures in face after being struck by foul ball$

Orioles' Craig Albernaz suffered seven fractures in face after being struck by foul ball, forced to eat 'baby food'

Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz better learn to like the taste of Gerber.

Orioles manager Craig Albernaz gets struck in the head by a foul ball

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Baltimore Orioles News / EasySportz / April 14

Orioles Storm Back From Six-Run Deficit in Camden Yards Thriller

BALTIMORE — The Baltimore Orioles delivered one of their most dramatic wins of the young season Monday night, rallying from a six-run deficit to defeat the Arizona Diamondbacks 9-7 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

Pete Alonso News / 5 GOATs / April 13

Pete Alonso hits home run to fan dressed as polar bear to cap epic Orioles comeback

Camden Yards appeared to be in for a quiet night after the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks went up 7-0 through five innings. But a monster comeback began in the sixth, only for Pete Alonso to put the finishing touches on it one frame later.

Baltimore Orioles News / Larry Brown Sports / April 13

Orioles manager Craig Albernaz gets struck in the head by a foul ball

Craig Albernaz was involved in a terrifying incident during Monday’s game. The Baltimore Orioles were hosting the Arizona Diamondbacks at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Md.

Baltimore Orioles News / Athlon Sports / April 13

Orioles Announce Adley Rutschman News Before Diamondbacks Series

The Baltimore Orioles continued their recent stretch of strong results Sunday with a 6-2 win over the San Francisco Giants, pushing the club above .500 for the first time in two weeks and extending its run of positive outings to five wins in six games.