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Baltimore Orioles Finalize Opening Day Roster

In a season with higher expectations, every roster decision will have an impact. And after some difficult decisions late in the spring, the Baltimore Orioles announced their Opening Day roster on Wednesday morning.

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Orioles’ bullpen has familiar names and some surprises

The biggest surprise on the Orioles’ Opening Day roster wasn’t an outside acquisition, but a rookie pitcher who had been optioned to minor league camp earlier this month.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / March 25

Orioles add reliever Anthony Nunez to Opening Day roster; Hiraldo, Wolfram, Jackson also make team

The Orioles announced their Opening Day roster, and the final roster spots went to right-handers Yaramil Hiraldo, Anthony Nunez and left-hander Grant Wolfram.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / March 25

Orioles news: Opening Day roster announced

The Orioles made their Opening Day roster official on Wednesday afternoon. They will head into the 2026 season looking like this: LHP Trevor Rogers RHP Kyle Bradish RHP Shane Baz RHP Chris Bassitt RHP Zach Eflin This group was settled several days ago when the Orioles optioned Dean Kremer to the minor league camp.

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Orioles Designate Jackson Kowar For Assignment

The Orioles finalized their Opening Day roster, announcing that right-hander Jackson Kowar and infielder Bryan Ramos were designated for assignment. (Ramos’ DFA was originally reported last night.) Baltimore also placed Jackson Holliday and Jordan Westburg on the 10-day IL.

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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.

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Baltimore Orioles News / LWOSports.com / March 25

2026 Baltimore Orioles O/U: Why The Orioles Can Become Contenders Again

Last year, behind a rather awful pitching staff, the Baltimore Orioles collapsed after being a contender for a couple of seasons. However, in 2025, that doesn’t mean the O’s didn’t show some real potential, especially behind some really young talent.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 25

Orioles DFA Former Top Prospect Ahead of Opening Day

The road to Opening Day is paved with difficult decisions. The Baltimore Orioles made one of those on Tuesday evening as the team goes through its final roster cuts ahead of Thursday’s season opener.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 25

Baltimore Orioles Offseason Moves That Already Look Smart

It was an offseason that Baltimore Orioles fans will remember for a long time. This winter alone, the team brought in a free agent superstar, a new-look rotation, and a proven closer.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / March 25

What are your predictions for the 2026 Orioles season?

It was three years ago now that the Orioles got everybody’s hopes up for a dominant era to come when they raced to a 101-61 regular season record. They

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / March 25

A strong start feels crucial for the 2026 Orioles

The Orioles started the season 3-2 last year before going 18-34 in April and May. Baltimore was all but out of the division race before posting a 16-11 June, and the team’s 13-12 July record failed to prevent a sale at the trade deadline.

Adley Rutschman News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 25

Adley Rutschman Can't Afford Another Down Season With Orioles

Baltimore Orioles fans have got to be feeling good about how their roster looks heading into the 2026 season. While there are some question marks with the starting pitching staff and the team's bullpen, nobody can deny that the offense looks electric right now.

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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.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / March 25

Orioles news: O’s look to finalize roster on eve of Opening Day

Good morning Birdland, A baseball game that actually counts will take place today. It’s the Yankees and the Giants, it’s at 8 p.m., and it’s only on Netflix.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / March 25

Why Isn’t Dave McNally In The Hall of Fame?

The author of a new biography of the late pitcher, an ace for the Orioles in the ’60s and ’70s, argues that Dave McNally was accomplished enough on and

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Orioles To Designate Bryan Ramos For Assignment

The Orioles are designating corner infielder Bryan Ramos for assignment, reports Francys Romero. He’s out of minor league options, so he needed to win an MLB job or be removed from the 40-man roster.

Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

Orioles Who Deserve To Be on the Opening Day Roster

The Baltimore Orioles have finished their spring training run with a 13-13 record after a 2-0 victory against the Washington Nationals. Baltimore got their first look at top free-agency acquisition Pete Alonso, alongside pitchers Shane Baz and Chris Bassitt.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 24

Orioles Sign Elvis Peguero To Two-Year Minor League Deal

The Orioles announced that they have signed right-hander Elvis Peguero to a minor league deal covering the 2026 and 2027 seasons. He has been assigned to the Triple-A Norfolk Tides, though his current health status is unclear.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 24

Biggest Unresolved Concern for the Orioles Before Opening Day

The buzz around Camden Yards for the Baltimore Orioles’ 2026 season has been apparent all offseason. But with Opening Day just two days away, the Orioles still have a giant question mark looming over their bullpen. Baltimore made the right moves this offseason, given the circumstances of Felix Bautista’s injury.

Baltimore Orioles News / Stadium Rant / March 24