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The Baltimore Orioles had several holes in their outfield after the 2025 season ended. The most glaring one was in left field, and President of Baseball Operations Mike Elias did a great job of filling.

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Orioles Move Starting Pitcher to IL Following Season Debut

The Baltimore Orioles have made their official response to starting pitcher Zach Eflin's injury, moving him to the 15-day IL and calling up RHP Albert Suárez from Triple-A Norfolk.

Baltimore Orioles News / Inside The Diamonds / April 1

Baltimore Orioles Roster Moves 04/01/2026

The Baltimore Orioles wrap up their three-game series with the Texas Rangers this afternoon as they look to avoid being swept. Ahead of today’s game, the Orioles transferred third baseman Jordan Westburg from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day injured list with a right elbow UCL sprain.

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Orioles news: Zach Eflin to IL, Albert Suárez selected

Ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Rangers, the Orioles did as they signaled last night and placed pitcher Zach Eflin on the 15-day injured list with right elbow discomfort.

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Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 1

Orioles Transfer Jordan Westburg To 60-Day IL

The Orioles announced this morning that infielder Jordan Westburg has been transferred to the 60-day injured list. That opens a spot on the 40-man roster for righty Albert Suarez, whose contract has been selected from Triple-A Norfolk — a move first reported to be in the works last night.

Jackson Holliday News / Camden Chat / April 1

Ori0les minor league recap 4/1: Holliday collects two hits in Norfolk

Jackson Holliday registered his first two hits on his rehab assignment, but it wasn’t enough to power the Tides to a win over the Redbirds. Norfolk fell behind early in the 2nd, thanks to a two-out rally from Memphis.

Baltimore Orioles News / Total Pro Sports / April 1

MLB Insider Sees Baltimore Orioles Parting Ways With All-Star Slugger

The Baltimore Orioles are keen to bounce back strongly after failing to challenge for the playoffs in a disappointing 2025 campaign. A five-year, $155 million contract for Pete Alonso was the chief acquisition of the offseason.

MLB News / Total Apex Sports / March 31

Baltimore Orioles Allow Three Homers In 8-5 Loss To Texas Rangers

It was not a pristine night for Baltimore Orioles pitching. Neither in terms of performance, nor on the injury front. The team gave up a season-high 13 hits, and the Texas Rangers were 3-for-9 with runners in scoring position as Baltimore was sent to its second straight loss.

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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 / MLB Trade Rumors / March 31

Orioles To Select Albert Suárez

The Orioles will select swingman Albert Suárez onto the big league roster, reports Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun. Manager Craig Albernaz confirmed this evening that the O’s expect Zach Eflin to land on the injured list after he left tonight’s start with elbow discomfort.

Zach Eflin News / Camden Chat / March 31

Bullpen struggles after Zach Eflin leaves early in 8-5 loss to Rangers

The Orioles were forced to turn to their bullpen early Tuesday night, which ended in disaster as the Rangers scored seven runs against the pen to down the O’s 8-5.

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Zach Eflin News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 31

Zach Eflin Going For MRI With Elbow Discomfort

8:36pm: Manager Craig Albernaz confirmed the O’s anticipate placing Eflin on the 15-day injured list (via Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Banner). The team will know more after he goes for imaging tomorrow.

Zach Eflin News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 31

Zach Eflin Exits Start With Elbow Discomfort

Orioles righty Zach Eflin left his season debut tonight in the fourth inning after a visit from the trainers. The team announced the issue as elbow discomfort and will surely have more details over the next few days.

Pete Alonso News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 31

Pete Alonso hits 1st Orioles homer off ex-Mets teammate Jacob deGrom

On Tuesday, the Baltimore Orioles played host to the Texas Rangers. As a result, Pete Alonso was facing his former teammate on the New York Mets, pitcher Jacob deGrom.

Baltimore Orioles News / Larry Brown Sports / March 31

MLB insider gets blunt on Orioles’ Gunnar Henderson contract extension

Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson won’t be a free agent for three more years, but they are trying to lock him up on a long-term extension. However,

Gunnar Henderson News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 31

One Injury the Orioles Can't Afford Besides Gunnar Henderson

It's quite obvious that the Baltimore Orioles can't afford to lose shortstop Gunnar Henderson to injury this season. Henderson played in 154 games last season, but dealt with a shoulder impingement which led to a down campaign.

Baltimore Orioles News / Total Pro Sports / March 31

Baltimore Orioles News: Injured Players List And Return Timeline

The Baltimore Orioles are dealing with a crowded injured list as of March 31, with many key contributors sidelined coming out of spring training. While some absences are short-term bumps, others (especially in the bullpen) could have long-term implications for the team’s depth and consistency.

MLB News / Field Level Media / March 31

With offense lagging, Orioles search for runs vs. Rangers

The Baltimore Orioles need something to perk up the offense early in the season, and the task in doing so Tuesday night could come against a two-time Cy Young Award winner.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 30

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Twins manager Derek Shelton voices frustration after overturned ABS calls

Shelton is the first manager this season to get ejected for arguing about balls and strikes with the new automated system.

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MLB News / EasySportz / March 29

Orioles Take Opening Series Over Twins With Strong Early Showing

BALTIMORE — The Baltimore Orioles secured their first series victory of the 2026 season Sunday, defeating the Minnesota Twins and taking two of three games in an early-season matchup that showcased both timely hitting and steady pitching.

Heston Kjerstad News / Athlon Sports / March 29

Orioles Make Trade After Heston Kjerstad News

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad has struggled to find his footing at the MLB level. A first-round pick in 2020, the 6-foot-2 outfielder has appeared in 106 big league games since debuting in 2023.

MLB News / Field Level Media / March 29

Orioles fend off Twins to take series

Tyler O'Neill hit a three-run home run and the Baltimore Orioles later rallied with a three-run seventh inning to beat the visiting Minnesota Twins 8-6 on Sunday afternoon.

Shane Baz News / Field Level Media / March 29

With new contract, Orioles' Shane Baz set for debut vs. Twins

Shane Baz will try to back up the confidence that has been expressed in him when he throws a pitch for the Baltimore Orioles for the first time. That will come with Sunday afternoon's series finale against the visiting Minnesota Twins.

Gunnar Henderson News / Athlon Sports / March 28

Orioles Facing Gunnar Henderson Decision After Message From Ownership

The Baltimore Orioles have made it clear that they intend to spend. Now they will have to decide if that willingness leads to locking up their franchise All-Star. The Orioles made a contract extension offer to Gunnar Henderson last spring, which the 24-year-old did not accept.