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Eflin makes strong 1st start in Orioles’ 4-3 win over Rays; Kittredge unconcerned about shoulder inflammation

PORT CHARLOTTE, Florida–What’s happening? Zach Eflin made his spring training debut, throwing 2 1/3 scoreless innings in the Orioles’ 4-3 win over the Tampa Bay Rays before 3,305 at Charlotte Sports Park on Thursday.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / March 5

Peter Schmuck: Save the angst for later … Orioles are OK

A very good friend of mine, who happens to be a former Maryland legislator, just got back from a visit to spring training and called me to tell me how bad the Orioles look right now.

Pete Alonso News / Total Pro Sports / March 5

'We Need To Lock In' – Pete Alonso Feels Baltimore Orioles Energy Is Not Enough

Pete Alonso signed with the Baltimore Orioles in one of the most surprising free-agent deals of the offseason. Alonso secured a five-year, $155 million contract.

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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?

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Colton Cowser News / Camden Chat / March 5

What do you expect from Colton Cowser this year?

Five years after the Orioles drafted Colton Cowser with the #5 overall pick, he remains a frustrating enigma. Who is the real Cowser? Is he the player who provided power, defense, and positive vibes during his AL Rookie of the Year runner-up performance in 2024?

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / March 5

Orioles news: Kittredge out for Opening Day, Wells stepping up

Hello, friends. There are now three weeks remaining until Orioles Opening Day. Between now and March 23 are more exhibition games that will hopefully help the team set a successful roster.

Baltimore Orioles News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 4

Orioles' First-Round Pick Continues Red-Hot Spring With Fourth Home Run

One of the Baltimore Orioles' recent top draft picks is on an absolute tear so far in spring training. Vance Honeycutt, MLB Pipeline's No. 15 prospect for Baltimore in 2025, crushed his fourth home run of the spring in the Orioles' 4-2 loss against the Houston Astros on Wednesday.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / March 4

Wells goes to the bullpen; Baz throws 3 innings in Orioles’ 4-2 loss to Astros; Honeycutt homers again

SARASOTA–What’s happening? Three weeks into spring training, the Orioles’ bullpen is in a state of flux. Manager Craig Albernaz revealed that Andrew Kittredge, who’d been counted on as a key back-end option, is unlikely to be ready to start the season on March 26th because of right shoulder inflammation.

Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / March 4

Orioles Shuffle Bullpen In Wake Of New Injuries

The Baltimore Orioles are placing pitcher Tyler Wells in the bullpen following the injury to reliever Andrew Kittredge. New manager Craig Albernaz told reporters on Wednesday morning that Kittredge is suffering from right shoulder inflammation.

Jackson Holliday News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 4

Orioles’ Jackson Holliday shares important update as injury recovery continues

Spring training is in full session, and the Baltimore Orioles are in the middle of playing some solid baseball. Newly acquired slugger Pete Alonso is picking up where he left off in New York with two homers this spring.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Tyler Wells News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 4

Orioles Decide on Tyler Wells' Role to Start the Season

The much-debated question of how the Baltimore Orioles plan to use Tyler Wells has officially been answered. According to manager Craig Albernaz, the veteran right-hander will come out of the bullpen to start the season.

Andrew Kittredge News / Field Level Media / March 4

Orioles RHP Andrew Kittredge (shoulder) likely to miss Opening Day

Veteran Orioles reliever Andrew Kittredge has a "low probability" of being available for the start of the season due to right shoulder inflammation, Baltimore manager Craig Albernaz told reporters Wednesday morning.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / March 4

Orioles have a Gunnar Henderson contract problem

Henderson is quickly emerging as the backbone of the organization, and the Orioles will soon face a decision that could shape the direction of the franchise over the course of the next 10 years.

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Coby Mayo News / Camden Chat / March 4

How do you feel about the Orioles experimenting with Coby Mayo at 3B?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Orioles fans and fans across the country.

Pete Alonso News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 3

Pete Alonso makes feelings 100% clear on Orioles

For the first time in his MLB career, Pete Alonso will run onto the field on Opening Day for a team other than the New York Mets, having signed a five-year, $155 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles last December.

Coby Mayo News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 1

How Orioles’ Coby Mayo fell victim to ‘unexpected prank’ at spring training

The vibes are immaculate for the Baltimore Orioles in the early going of Spring Training, as they have a new and improved roster that’s looking to redeem the team from their disappointing 2025 campaign.

Gunnar Henderson News / Athlon Sports / February 28

Gunnar Henderson's Bold 2026 Plan Will Help Orioles Improve in Key Area

Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson is looking to help his team return to the postseason in 2026. The O's had lofty expectations for 2025 after their strong 2024 campaign, but Baltimore failed to make the playoffs last year.

Jackson Holliday News / Athlon Sports / February 28

Orioles’ Jackson Holliday Shares Injury Update at Spring Training

The Baltimore Orioles made headlines this offseason for acquiring established veterans like first basemanPete Alonso and outfielder Taylor Ward, but they still need second baseman Jackson Holliday to play to his potential.

Samuel Basallo News / Last Word On Sports / February 27

Orioles Prized Rookie Samuel Basallo Reportedly Avoids Major Injury

The Baltimore Orioles escaped disaster on Thursday after top prospect Samuel Basallo was pulled from a spring training game. The eighth-ranked prospect in all of baseball told reporters on Friday morning that he felt “fine” and that he should get back into games this weekend.

Samuel Basallo News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Orioles Announce Samuel Basallo News After Leaving Tigers Game

The future remains bright for the Baltimore Orioles heading into the upcoming season with an improved core after an active offseason in free agency.

Ryan Helsley News / Yardbarker / February 24

Ryan Helsley has new weapon with Orioles

Helsley had a disastrous end to the 2025 season during his time with the New York Mets. A new pitch could help him avoid the same fate with the Baltimore Orioles.

Mets legend Darryl Strawberry shares warning for Pete Alonso about joining Orioles

How Pete Alonso can impact the Orioles' young core

Orioles Sign Thairo Estrada To Minor League Deal

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Baltimore Orioles News / EasySportz / February 21

Orioles’ Spring Victory Highlights Power Hitting and Elite Pitching

A familiar formula carried into a new spring for the Baltimore Orioles: timely power and overpowering pitching. Pete Alonso hit a two-run homer and six pitchers combined on a three-hit shutout as Baltimore opened Grapefruit League play with a 2-0 victory over the New York Yankees on Friday at Ed Smith Stadium.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / February 21

How Pete Alonso can impact the Orioles' young core

Alonso has already been recognized early in spring training as the most popular guy in the clubhouse.

Spring training roundup: Alonso hits HR in Orioles' debut to top Yankees

Yankees prospect Spencer Jones draws comparisons to Shohei Ohtani

Jazz Chisholm Jr. wants an absurd contract in free agency

Three Yankees top prospects who may see the majors in 2026

Dodgers' Freddie Freeman could be next member of 3,000-hit club

Angels owner's claim that fans don't prioritize winning says a lot about him, organization

Jordan Westburg News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 20

Jordan Westburg Diagnosed With Partial UCL Tear

Orioles third baseman Jordan Westburg has been diagnosed with a partial tear of the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow, president of baseball operations Mike Elias announced to reporters this morning (via Jake Rill of MLB.com).

Jordan Westburg News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 19

Jordan Westburg Undergoes Imaging For Potential Elbow Injury

Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg has been slowed by an oblique injury in camp and was already expected to miss the first few games of exhibition play as a result.