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Why the Taylor Ward Trade Is a Step Forward for the Orioles and Mike Elias

Why the Orioles finally addressed a glaring need and freed themselves to pursue real pitching stability The Orioles did something this week they have avoided for years.

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Why the Orioles Should Go All In on Kyle Tucker

Signing the star outfielder would signal that Baltimore is serious about contending every year The Orioles sit on the edge of something rare in modern baseball.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / November 25

Baltimore Orioles 2025-2026 Offseason Wish List

The Baltimore Orioles will be one of Major League Baseball’s most compelling teams this offseason. The organization is already flush with young, controllable talent offensively.

Zac Gallen News / Camden Chat / November 25

Zac Gallen’s ace days are behind him, but he’d help the Orioles’ rotation

The Orioles didn’t have the kind of 2025 season they were hoping for. On the other side of the country, neither did Zac Gallen. Now the two could be a perfect match as they both look to improve their fortunes in 2026.

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A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / November 25

Orioles news: Broadcaster Geoff Arnold is out

Happy Tuesday, Camden Chatters. There hasn’t been any movement to the Orioles roster since the Grayson Rodriguez trade, but there was some news about the team yesterday.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Taylor Ward News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / November 25

Getting to know new Orioles outfielder Taylor Ward

Taylor Ward, who was acquired last week from the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez, spoke with the Baltimore media in a video conference call on Monday.

Taylor Ward News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 24

Taylor Ward makes bold claim about 2026 Orioles

For the first time since being traded last week, Taylor Ward spoke to the media as a member of the Baltimore Orioles. On a Zoom call Monday, Ward said he had no idea the Orioles had interest in him, despite hearing his name in trade rumors for years.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / November 24

Orioles moving on from broadcaster Geoff Arnold; Longtime assistant trainer Mark Shires departing as well

Geoff Arnold, the Orioles’ principal radio broadcaster for the last six seasons, won’t be returning to the team in 2026, according to multiple sources.

Chris Bassitt News / Camden Chat / November 24

Orioles free agent target: Chris Bassitt

The 2026 Orioles starting rotation is full of holes. Camden Chat writers have written over the last couple of weeks about the ideal candidates to help at the front of the rotation.

Mike Elias News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / November 24

Orioles’ Elias makes a number of surprising moves early in the offseason

Mike Elias can be full of surprises. Some are bigger — the trade of promising right-hander Grayson Rodriguez for outfielder Taylor Ward, and the tendering of a 2026 contract to first baseman Ryan Mountcastle.

MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 23

Orioles could make familiar trade with Brewers

Arguably, the biggest trade in Baltimore Orioles history came on February 1, 2024, when they acquired 2021 NL Cy Young Award winner Corbin Burnes from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for prospects DL Hall, Joey Ortiz, and the 34th pick in the 2024 MLB draft, which ended up being University of Tennessee first baseman Blake Burke.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / November 23

Orioles news: Elias explains Rodriguez trade and more

Hello, friends. There are now 123 days remaining until Orioles Opening Day 2026. After Mike Elias pulled off the surprise Grayson Rodriguez trade last week, it seems like anything could happen at any time, which means constant vigilance for me.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / November 23

Orioles’ Elias is banking on being right in trading for Ward and keeping Mountcastle

Perhaps the most telling remark in Mike Elias’ Friday night news conference centered on the difference in club control between starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez and outfielder Taylor Ward.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / November 23

Three potential landing spots for Michael King

He has performed like a top-of-the-rotation starter when healthy, but does not have an extensive history as a major league starter.

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Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 22

Craig Albernaz’s impact on Orioles’ catchers

Baltimore moved on from Brandon Hyde during the 2025 season, but they’ll replace him this year with another former catcher. New manager Craig Albernaz was a backstop for nine seasons in the minors.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 22

Orioles urged to pursue a frontline starting pitcher

The Baltimore Orioles have already begun improving their roster after acquiring power-hitting outfielder Taylor Ward via trade from the Los Angeles Angels for starter Grayson Rodriguez.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 22

Orioles' Mike Elias speaks out on shocking Grayson Rodriguez trade

Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias held a video conference with reporters on Friday to discuss the major one-for-one swap earlier this week that sent Grayson Rodriguez to the Angels in exchange for Taylor Ward.

Felix Bautista News / Total Apex Sports / November 22

Felix Bautista’s Risky New Deal For 2026

Felix Bautista’s one-year, $2.25 million contract for the 2026 season marks a small but meaningful vote of confidence by the Baltimore Orioles, even as they brace for a long recovery road.

Felix Bautista News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 21

Felix Bautista, Orioles agree to new contract

After finishing the 2025 season with a disappointing 75-87 record, the Baltimore Orioles hope to improve the roster for next year. With the common belief being that the club needs to improve the pitching rotation, it appears the front office is at least finding ways to maintain the bullpen by re-signing Felix Bautista.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 21

Baltimore Orioles tender contracts to these players

With the non-tender deadline across Major League Baseball slated for tonight, the Baltimore Orioles have officially announced whose contracts they're tendering for the 2026 season.

MLB News / Total Apex Sports / November 21

Baltimore Orioles-Minnesota Twins Pull Off Shrewd Trade

In a move that probably won’t shatter the MLB landscape but definitely raises an eyebrow or two, the Minnesota Twins have dipped into the Baltimore Orioles’ catching reserves, snagging Alex Jackson in exchange for minor league Infielder Payton Eeles.

Gunnar Henderson News / Athlon Sports / November 19

Orioles' Gunnar Henderson Announces Personal News

The Baltimore Orioles took a step backward as an organization in 2025. They finished with a 75–87 record, landing in last place in the AL East just two years after winning the division title.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 20

Grayson Rodriguez reveals health update after Orioles trade

New Angels pitcher Grayson Rodriguez reveals interesting health update after Orioles trade

Acquired in a trade with the Baltimore Orioles, new Los Angeles Angels pitcher Grayson Rodriguez believes there is a big reason why he is ready to put his injury history behind him in Anaheim.

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Raisel Iglesias spurned Dodgers, others to remain with Braves

'Clear favorite' emerges to sign top free agent Cody Bellinger

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Three trade destinations for Kodai Senga

Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / November 15

Trading All-Star Catcher Now Could Net Big Haul for Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles are poised to have an active offseason following a disappointing 2025 campaign. The annual Winter Meetings will kick off three weeks from now, while talks of free agent signings are heating up.