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On YouTubeBaltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / January 1
Orioles news: Hoping for better things in 2026 
Hello, friends. You’ve made it! The cursed year 2025 is over and you have survived. 2026 will surely bring its own share of challenges but hopefully at least within the sphere of our favorite baseball team things will go better on the strength of internal and external improvements to the roster that are made this offseason.
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / January 1
Some early Orioles’ spring training questions
It’s a new year, and spring training is just six weeks away. Let’s take a look at some questions facing the Orioles’ roster and lineup as the 2026 season nears.
Tony Mansolino News / Camden Chat / December 31
Orioles stories of the year: Tony Mansolino’s managerial debut
Lots of things didn’t go the Orioles’ way this year. One of them: their skipper. On May 17, the front office pulled the plug on manager Brandon Hyde, opting to take their chances with longtime infield coach Tony Mansolino in his stead.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 31
Orioles’ additions should also help clubhouse chemistry
After a feverish two months, Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias hopes that the 87-loss team of 2025 is quickly forgotten once the 2026 season gets underway.
The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025
When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.
Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / December 30
Orioles banking on rotation depth being enough in AL East
While the Orioles' acquisitions improved the depth of the rotation, they did not address their lack of a true top-of-the-rotation starter.
Heston Kjerstad News / Camden Chat / December 30
Orioles stories of the year: The latest chapter in the Heston Kjerstad mystery
Heston Kjerstad went through an extended period of uncertainty after the Orioles made him the second overall pick in the 2020 draft. The organization eventually announced that Kjerstad had been suffering from myocarditis, and the “non-baseball injury” was preventing the top prospect from making his professional debut.
Zach Eflin News / Camden Chat / December 30
Orioles news: Reactions to Zach Eflin re-signing with team
Hello, friends. There are now 86 days remaining until Orioles Opening Day 2026. Any of the next few days could prove to be an eventful one, depending on when Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai decides on which major league team he wants to join.
Zach Eflin News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 29
Zach Eflin Scheduled For Bullpen Session Next Week, Aiming To Be Ready For Opening Day
After an injury-ruined 2025 season, veteran right-hander Zach Eflin is back with the Orioles on a one-year deal. The 31-year-old (32 in April) underwent a lumbar microdiscectomy procedure in August.
Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / December 29
Orioles Bring Back Veteran Pitcher To Rotation For 2026
The Baltimore Orioles re-signed right-handed starting pitcher Zach Eflin to a one-year deal, the team announced Sunday. The deal also includes a mutual option for 2027 and is worth $10 million for 2026.
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 / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 29
What's next for Orioles after Zach Eflin signing
On December 28, news broke that the Baltimore Orioles re-signed right-handed starting pitcher Zach Eflin to a one-year contract worth $10 million, and that includes a mutual option for the 2027 season.
Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / December 29
The Orioles stories you cared about the most this year
Over the last couple of weeks, Camden Chat’s writers have been looking back on what we thought were some of the biggest single storylines of the year for the Orioles.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto News / Camden Chat / December 29
Orioles stories of the year: O’s spoil Yamamoto’s no-hit bid, walk off winners instead
From now until the end of the year, Camden Chat writers will be revisiting some of the biggest moments and storylines of the disappointing 2025 Orioles season.
Zach Eflin News / Camden Chat / December 29
Orioles news: Welcome back, Zach Eflin
Happy Monday, Camden Chatters. The Orioles did something this weekend! They signed a starting pitcher, although it probably isn’t the pitcher you were hoping for.
Will Robertson News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 28
Orioles Designate Will Robertson For Assignment
The Orioles announced that outfielder Will Robertson has been designated for assignment. The move opens up a 40-man roster spot for Zach Eflin, whose one-year, $10MM deal to return to the O’s is now official.
Shane Baz News / Just Baseball / December 26
Why the Orioles Were Willing to Trade a Haul for Shane Baz
Last week, the Orioles and Rays struck a surprising intra-division trade that sent right-handed pitcher Shane Baz to Baltimore in exchange for a high-volume haul that included four prospects and a Competitive Balance A pick.
Shane Baz News / EasySportz / December 23
Orioles Roll the Dice on Shane Baz, Betting Big on Ace-Level Upside
Orioles trade prospects for rotation help The Baltimore Orioles reached a point this winter where standing still was no longer an option. After reaching the playoffs in each of the previous two seasons, Baltimore fell short in 2025, a reminder that progress in the American League East is rarely linear.
Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / December 23
The Baltimore Orioles Are a Sneaky Fit for Kyle Tucker
The Baltimore Orioles’ offseason has been nothing if not a roaring success. While the wound of losing out on Kyle Schwarber — who re-signed with the Philadelphia Phillies — hadn’t fully healed, Baltimore swung a deal with first baseman Pete Alonso on a five-year deal worth $155 million.
Pete Alonso News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 22
Orioles star Pete Alonso would love to join Team USA for World Baseball Classic
The Baltimore Orioles could see one of their newest stars take the international stage prior to the 2026 MLB season, as first baseman Pete Alonso has made his interest in joining Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic clear.
Shane Baz News / Athlon Sports / December 22
2026 Fantasy Baseball Outlook After Baz Trade
The AL East rarely sees trades between rivals, which is why the Tampa Bay Rays’ decision to send Shane Baz to the Baltimore Orioles immediately sent shockwaves through both real baseball and the fantasy community.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 20
Here’s what the Orioles’ Pete Alonso signing really means for Coby Mayo’s role
The Baltimore Orioles reshaped their roster this offseason with a major addition, and questions quickly followed. After the signing of Pete Alonso, attention shifted to how the move impacts Coby Mayo and the broader roster outlook as the Orioles look ahead to the 2026 season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 20
Tampa Bay Rays get king's ransom in Brandon Lowe, Shane Baz trades
The Tampa Bay Rays were busy on Friday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 19
The Orioles acquire the starter they need from the Rays in what could be an overpay
Not often in Major League Baseball do division rivals come together for a trade, but it does happen. As the offseason turns, one of those rivalry trades
Pete Alonso News / Athlon Sports / December 15
Orioles' Pete Alonso Announces News Away From Baseball on Monday
The Baltimore Orioles are looking to return to the MLB playoffs in 2026, and if they do, a major reason will be the addition of Pete Alonso. The Orioles signed the 31-year-old right-handed slugger to a five-year, $155 million contract last week to serve as the team’s everyday first baseman.
Pete Alonso News / EasySportz / December 15
Orioles Make a Statement With Pete Alonso Signing
Baltimore finally spends big, and the move fits the moment The Orioles did not just sign Pete Alonso to add a bat. They signed him to announce who they plan to be.
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