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Gunnar Henderson homer lifts Orioles past Mets

Gunnar Henderson hit the tie-breaking homer in the eighth inning Monday night, when the visiting Baltimore Orioles beat the New York Mets 2-1 in the opener of a three-game interleague series.

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Henderson’s home run leads Orioles past Mets, 2-1, in Alonso’s emotional return

The buzz started in batting practice when Pete Alonso came on the field, and the early arrivals began chanting his name. The cheers grew louder when Alonso came out of the Orioles’ dugout to acknowledge the ovation.

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The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz

How many of the 30 MLB players with at least 70 hits in their postseason career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active multiple .300 seasons' quiz

The 'Most 200-hit MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz

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.

Pete Alonso News / Field Level Media / September 14

Pete Alonso returns to Citi Field with O’s; ‘appreciative’ of both clubs

Pete Alonso said all the right things about his time with the New York Mets as he prepared for his first game at Citi Field as a member of the visiting team.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / September 14

In return to New York, Alonso says he wants to finish his career with Orioles; Updates on Basallo, Bautista

It took until the Orioles’ season was nearly over for Pete Alonso to make it back to Citi Field, where he starred for seven years with the New York Mets.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / September 14

Calling the Pen: A needed vacation from the Orioles

Watching the Orioles from the beach offers a calming effect. The bases-loaded, no-outs, no-runs first inning Sunday wasn’t nearly as frustrating when the dolphins made their way up the ocean.

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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.

Samuel Basallo News / Camden Chat / September 14

Solving Samuel Basallo’s late-season struggles should be Orioles top offseason priority

With the Orioles all but mathematically eliminated from playoff contention, an autopsy on the season that was can begin sooner rather than later. At a bare minimum that analysis should include a deep dive into the plethora of homegrown hitters that failed to meet their expectations coming into the season.

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz

Wehiwa Aloy News / Camden Chat / September 14

Orioles minor league recap 9/14: Wehiwa Aloy homers in Chesapeake’s finale

Triple-A: Norfolk Tides 3, Memphis Redbirds (STL) 2 The Tides fell, with starter Juaron Watts-Brown taking the loss. He didn’t pitch too badly, though, giving his team five innings with three runs allowed on six hits and two walks.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 14

Mets players send messages to fans about return of Alonso

Mets players send messages to fans about return of Orioles' Pete Alonso

Alonso played only for the Mets from when he made his MLB debut in 2019 through last season.

Carson Benge a bright spot in disappointing Mets season

The '1969 Miracle Mets' quiz

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / September 14

Orioles news: O’s lose series in Toronto

Good morning, Camden Chatters. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the Orioles are done. Cooked. Finito. The miraculous run to the postseason ain’t happening.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 14

Orioles' Pete Alonso faces former team when Mets host 3-game series

Pete Alonso will be in a familiar position Monday when he enters Citi Field in New York on the doorstep of a milestone home run. He will just be wearing an unfamiliar uniform.

Kyle Bradish News / Field Level Media / September 13

Orioles put RHP Kyle Bradish on IL, likely ending his season

Baltimore right-hander Kyle Bradish could miss the rest of the season after the Orioles placed him on the 15-day injured list Sunday with lower abdominal discomfort.

Albert Suarez News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13

Orioles Re-Sign Albert Suarez To Minor League Deal

Veteran righty Albert Suarez has once again returned to the Orioles on a minor league deal. Baltimore’s Triple-A affiliate announced the agreement, as relayed by Andy Kostka of the Baltimore Banner.

Kyle Bradish News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / September 12

Orioles Should Consider Shutting Down Kyle Bradish After Latest Lopsided Loss

The Orioles had plenty of reasonable options available handling vital starting pitcher Kyle Bradish, a former Cy Young candidate, coming off consecutive truncated seasons due to Tommy John surgery.

Luis Robert News / Fastball on SI / September 11

Luis Robert Jr. Sweepstakes Almost Went Very Differently

The Baltimore Orioles were looking for some firepower in the middle of the order towards the end of August and responded by placing a claim on former All-Star slugger Luis Robert Jr.

Baltimore Orioles News / EssentiallySports / September 11

Orioles Stunned by Sudden Exit as Vice President Leaves After 7 Years With Organization

“Matt has an unrivaled network when it comes to identifying up-and-coming coaching talent, and his knowledge of the latest trends in the player development sphere will help to keep us at the forefront of this critical area.” That was what Mike Elias had to say about his hire back in 2019.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / September 9

The Orioles, Albert Suárez, and Ultimate Roster Manipulation

Look, the Baltimore Orioles have been playing a fascinating game of roster manipulation with right-hander Albert Suárez all year long and it’s time somebody talks about it.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / September 9

Baseball Needs a Leveraged Version of Outs Above Average

Last week, Colton Cowser put forward a strong contender for catch of the season. With two outs in the bottom of the ninth, a runner on second, and the Orioles up by one, Rockies batter Jake McCarthy hit an Andrew Kittredge sinker to straightaway center.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 9

Albert Suárez Elects Free Agency

The Orioles announced that right-hander Albert Suárez has cleared waivers and elected free agency in lieu of accepting an outright assignment to Triple-A Norfolk.

Baltimore Orioles News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Craig Albernaz Shares Update on Injured Orioles Player Blaze Alexander

Blaze Alexander is day-to-day after suffering back spasms during the Baltimore Orioles’ 9-5 loss to the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday night. Orioles manager Craig Albernaz provided the update after Alexander was forced out of the game in the ninth inning.

Gunnar Henderson News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Orioles Announce Gunnar Henderson Update After Loss to Guardians

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson has had a rough year in 2026. The former American League Rookie of the Year has taken a step back at the plate this season.

Baltimore Orioles News / Viral Sports News / September 7

Baltimore Orioles Cut Ties With 11-Year MLB Veteran

The Baltimore Orioles have designated right-hander Albert Suárez for assignment, opening a 40-man roster spot and recalling outfielder Rece Hinds from Triple-A Norfolk, via the MLB transaction log.

Luis Robert News / Yardbarker / September 6

Orioles' playoff push hits snag as Luis Robert Jr. lands on IL

Just six days after claiming Luis Robert Jr. off of waivers from the New York Mets, the Baltimore Orioles are placing him on the 10-day injury list.

Benches clear in Red Sox-Orioles game after hard slide

Doug Eddings shows he is everything that is wrong with MLB's power-hungry umpires

MLB releases spring training schedule as dark cloud looms over 2027

The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / September 5

Benches clear in Red Sox-Orioles game after hard slide

The benches and bullpens emptied Friday night at Camden Yards after Baltimore Orioles outfielder Blaze Alexander took a hard slide into second base during an eighth-inning double play against the Boston Red Sox.

Adley Rutschman News / Yardbarker / September 4

Adley Rutschman makes history with multi-HR game against former team

Once a promising young player on the Baltimore Orioles and now a member of the Boston Red Sox, Rutschman made history with his performance against his former team on Thursday night.

Adley Rutschman receives heartfelt welcome in return to Baltimore

The '30-HR MLB catchers' quiz

Luis Robert News / Yardbarker / September 2