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Framber Valdez News / Total Pro Sports / February 1
'They Don’t Have That Guy Right Now' – MLB Analyst Advocates Orioles’ Big Need To Sign Framber Valdez
The Baltimore Orioles made some big moves in the offseason, but they have not fully addressed the situation with their starting rotation. Meanwhile, Framber Valdez still remains unsigned in the free agent market.
Framber Valdez News / Camden Chat / February 1
Orioles news: Still waiting on Framber Valdez 
Hello, friends. There are now 53 days remaining until Orioles Opening Day. We’re getting there! WBC-participating pitchers and catchers report to Sarasota in just eight days, while the first Grapefruit League game for the Orioles is 19 days away.
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / February 1
Top candidates for Orioles’ utility role
It’s conventional wisdom that if both Coby Mayo and Ryan Mountcastle are on the Orioles’ Opening Day roster, there’s no room for a utility player. While
The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?
Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / January 31
What Other Free Agent Pitchers Can the Orioles Grab?
The calendar is soon flipping to February, meaning the Baltimore Orioles’ pitchers and catchers report to camp on Feb. 11. The signings of first baseman Pete Alonso and closer Ryan Helsley helped start Baltimore’s offseason on a grand note.
The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees
The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / January 30
This Move Would Make Orioles Legitimate Contenders
The Baltimore Orioles are one move away from topping off what has been a superb offseason. President of baseball operations Mike Elias has added Pete Alonso, Taylor Ward, Ryan Helsley, Shane Baz, Zach Eflin and Andrew Kittredge as the organization looks to get back to the postseason after missing out on October baseball in 2025.
Lucas Giolito News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / January 30
Orioles Seriously Considering Lucas Giolito
All indications are that the Baltimore Orioles have one more move for a starting pitcher up their sleeve this offseason. Despite adding Shane Baz to the front of the rotation, the club remains linked to several top free agent pitchers, most notably Framber Valdez, who remains unsigned as we approach February.
Gunnar Henderson News / Athlon Sports / January 30
Gunnar Henderson Breakout Encore: Orioles SS Locked as Top-10 Fantasy Pick for 2026
Every fantasy baseball player will immediately answer yes. For me, it is not that easy. Gunnar is a tremendously talented baseball player. For those of us who play by the SMART System, it is a bit different.
Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / January 30
Where do the Orioles stand in 2026 farm system rankings?
Greetings! It’s that magical time of the year when baseball pundits publish their annual rankings and Orioles fans can argue about whether Samuel Basallo should be the fourth-best prospect in baseball or the eighth.
Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / January 30
Orioles news: The O’s farm system is on the upswing
Good morning, Camden Chatters. This week has brought a renewed focus on the Orioles’ farm system — well, theirs and everyone else’s — as various publications have updated their prospect rankings for 2026, including The Athletic and ESPN.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / January 29
One Need the Baltimore Orioles Still Must Address
The Baltimore Orioles have had a stellar offseason, adding Pete Alonso, Taylor Ward, Shane Baz, Ryan Helsley, Zach Eflin and Andrew Kittredge. After missing out on the postseason last year, Baltimore has shown they're not messing around in terms of player acquisitions.
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.
MLB News / Total Pro Sports / January 29
'I’ll Be Shocked If He’s Not An Oriole' – MLB Analyst Sees Mike Elias the Reason For Framber Valdez To Sign In Baltimore
Framber Valdez is the top free agent remaining on the market despite going into the offseason as arguably the best starting pitcher available. The controversial incident involving the Houston Astros catcher last year may have lowered his stock.
Framber Valdez News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / January 28
Insider Would be 'Shocked' if Orioles Don't Sign Framber Valdez
Starting pitching continues to be an area of need for the Baltimore Orioles as the start of spring training draws closer. After their starting rotation
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / January 28
Baltimore Orioles Still Linked to Free Agent Starting Pitcher
The Baltimore Orioles have undoubtedly had one of the best offseasons in baseball. They shored up the offense by acquiring two impact bats in Taylor Ward from the Los Angeles Angels and slugger Pete Alonso on a five-year deal.
Framber Valdez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 28
Orioles rumors: Baltimore-Framber Valdez link will only heat up more after latest report
The Baltimore Orioles are still looking to make moves in free agency, and they seem to have their eyes on one player in particular. Framber Valdez is that player, and as the days go by, it feels as if he will sign with the team, especially after this latest report from Steve Phillips.
Tomoyuki Sugano News / Yardbarker / January 26
Tomoyuki Sugano not ready for NPB return
Tomoyuki Sugano is not ready to close the book on his major league career.
Tomoyuki Sugano News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 25
Tomoyuki Sugano Intends To Stay In MLB
Free agent Tomoyuki Sugano is not planning to return to Nippon Professional Baseball, per a report from Yahoo Japan (hat tip here for the translation).
Dylan Coleman News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 24
Yankees Sign Dylan Coleman To Minors Contract
The Yankees signed right-hander Dylan Coleman to a minor league deal last week, according to Coleman’s MLB.com profile page. It wasn’t specified if the contract included an invitation to New York’s Major League spring camp.
Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / January 23
Three Prospects Who Could Make a Surprise Appearance for the 2026 Orioles
The Baltimore Orioles have had a busy offseason in 2026. It started with a trade for outfielder Taylor Ward, then the massive five-year deal for first baseman Pete Alonso.
Pete Alonso News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 23
Pete Alonso willing to do ‘whatever it takes’ to bring World Series to Orioles
The Baltimore Orioles suffered through a brutal season in 2025, and that did not sit well with the team’s management, the players or Orioles fans. The Orioles had been American League playoff participants in 2023 and ’24, and most observers believed the team was going to be a postseason contender once again.
Heston Kjerstad News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 23
Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad gets crucial update for spring training
Baltimore Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad received an important update on Friday, via Matt Weyrich of The Baltimore Sun. “Orioles manager Craig Albernaz says outfielder Heston Kjerstad (undisclosed) is expected to be a ‘full participant’ in spring training,” Weyrich wrote on X, formerly Twitter.
Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / January 21
The Orioles Still Have Room for One More Starting Pitcher
With pitchers and catchers starting to report to spring training in one month, free agency is heading into the home stretch. As teams work to finalize their rosters, the Baltimore Orioles have been quiet after doing a lot of their work early in the offseason.
Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / January 20
Orioles Restack Depleted Farm System with International Free Agents
The Baltimore Orioles signed several international free agents to their farm system as they seek to replenish their minor league depth. They have signed 10 international free agents, one of the lowest nets per team so far.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 19
Yankees’ mundane offseason puts them at risk of falling behind division rivals
New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner has put frugality on display this offseason.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 19
Braves find their stopgap at shortstop after Ha-Seong Kim's injury
One day after the Atlanta Braves received news that their shortstop for 2026, Ha-Seong Kim, suffered a hand injury, they found their stopgap at shortstop until his return.
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