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Baltimore Orioles News / Viral Sports News / August 20

Orioles Release a Whopping 7 Players in Sudden Shakeup

The Baltimore Orioles continued their three-game set against the New York Yankees at Camden Yards on Thursday evening with the visitors already holding a 2-0 series lead after victories of 3-1 and 5-3.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / August 20

Bautista back in Orioles’ clubhouse, De Léon preparing for relief role; O’s-Yankees lineups

Félix Bautista was in the Orioles’ clubhouse for the first time this season on Thursday. Bautista, the intimidating closer, is on the 60-day injured list after August 2025 surgery on his rotator cuff and labrum.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / August 20

Former MLB GM Dan O'Dowd Baffled By Orioles Player Development Failures And Deeply Concerned For Future

There is a strong case to be made that Orioles baseball czar Mike Elias has no clue how to get shortstop Gunnar Henderson back to anything close to what he appeared to be on the cusp of becoming as a potential generation superstar.

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How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Yardbarker

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

MLB News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / August 20

Calling the Pen: Orioles get a taste of what the Baltimore Colts experienced in 1965

It was the day after Christmas in 1965, a day that stands out in the minds of Baltimore Colts fans and a day I was reminded of when Pete Alonso’s seventh-inning blast over the left-field foul pole Wednesday night was ruled foul.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 20

Orioles' Chris Bassitt rips MLB, shares theory about potential Pete Alonso go-ahead home run

O's starting pitcher and MLBPA executive subcommittee member Chris Bassitt has ripped MLB for having inadequate technology to review plays like Pete Alonzo's would-be go-ahead homer, which was ruled foul.

What Orioles' Pete Alonso was told about potential go-ahead home run in loss to Yankees

Orioles’ Pete Alonso has a request for MLB after controversial call

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Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / August 20

Orioles to celebrate 30th anniversary of Eddie Murray’s 500th home run

The Orioles will celebrate the 30th anniversary of Eddie Murray’s 500th home run before their game against the Boston Red Sox on September 6th. Murray, who played 21 major league seasons, 13 with the Orioles, hit the historic home run against Detroit’s Felipe Lira on September 6th, 1996.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / August 20

Orioles Rookie Sam Basallo Might Play More 1B In September Than Ever Before

The Orioles have become notorious for utilizing the shortest of minor league rehab stints as possible. Even for some of their most precious cargo. So seeing

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 20

Pete Alonso reflects on Mets exit ahead of future return to Citi Field

Slugger Pete Alonso and his Baltimore Orioles have their hands full with the New York Yankees this week, but New York reporters pressed the Polar Bear about his return to Shea to face the Mets in a few weeks.

Mets owner Steve Cohen shares massive David Stearns job-security update amid criticisms

What Orioles' Pete Alonso was told about potential go-ahead home run in loss to Yankees

Mets infielder Jorge Polanco's disappointing season ends

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Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / August 20

Orioles minor league recap 8/20: Dzierwa impresses again, Azocar homers

Trey Gibson gave up a lead off homer to rehabbing big leaguer Sal Frelick to begin the game, but then sailed through the first four innings with no other damage.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / August 20

Orioles news: Alexander nears rehab, De León switches to relief

Hello, friends. Pete Alonso hit a fair ball into the left field seats last night that should have been a go-ahead home run. Let’s just get that one out of the way right off the top.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 20

What Alonso was told about potential go-ahead home run in loss to Yankees

What Orioles' Pete Alonso was told about potential go-ahead home run in loss to Yankees

While New York ended Wednesday in possession of the American League's top wild-card playoff berth, 61-66 Baltimore fell 1.5 games back of the final wild-card spot.

Orioles' Pete Alonso on offensive surge since All-Star break

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Pete Alonso News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / August 19

Orioles Wilt To Yankees After Pete Alonso Blast Is Ruled Foul

The delay felt like it was 15 minutes. It was more like five. But in it held the difference between the Orioles taking a late lead on the Yankees, or being stuck in a tie.

MLB News / Camden Chat / August 19

Controversial replay decision and disastrous 8th inning doom Orioles to 5-3 loss vs. Yankees

A series of unfortunate events in the 7th and 8th innings sent the Orioles to their second straight loss to the Yankees with a 5-3 defeat. With the game tied at 3-3, Pete Alonso stepped up to the plate with two outs in the bottom of the 7th.

Samuel Basallo News / Field Level Media / August 19

Orioles reinstate C Samuel Basallo (shoulder) to active roster

The Baltimore Orioles activated catcher Samuel Basallo from the 10-day injured list on Wednesday and immediately inserted him into the starting lineup as the clean-up hitter/first baseman against the visiting New York Yankees.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / August 20

Orioles’ Pete Alonso has a request for MLB after controversial call

Baltimore Orioles slugger Pete Alonso is asking MLB for a change after a controversial home run call in Wednesday's 5-3 loss to the New York Yankees.

What Orioles' Pete Alonso was told about potential go-ahead home run in loss to Yankees

Orioles' Pete Alonso reflects on Mets exit ahead of future return to Citi Field

Orioles' Pete Alonso on offensive surge since All-Star break

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Coby Mayo News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / August 19

Coby Mayo Is Mashing LH Pitching In 2026 In Ways Few Orioles Ever Have

Exactly two players in the history of the Baltimore Orioles have hit more homer against left-handed pitching in a single season than Coby Mayo. Gary Roenicke

Craig Albernaz News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / August 19

Tuesday's Debacle Is Further Confirmation - Craig Albernaz Needs To Go When Orioles Season Ends

The Orioles’ overmatched manager is going to prevent them from making anything of this season. It really is as simple as that. He is not cut out for this

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 18

Longtime Orioles player Trey Mancini retires after inspirational MLB career

Mancini has officially announced his retirement from MLB following his comeback with the Los Angeles Angels this season.

Carlos Rodon returns from IL as Yankees attempt to slow Orioles

Late rally lets Rays eke out series finale against Orioles

Orioles in playoff spot for first time since April — but will it last?

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MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 17

2026 MLB Daily Recap: Orioles Move Into WC Spot, Brewers Take Series in LA

The American League Wild Card race took another turn on August 16. Baltimore, a hot team right now, won again against the Rays, moving to 61-63 on the season.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / August 16