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Pete Alonso News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 11
Who the Orioles designated for assignment to make room for Pete Alonso
Pete Alonso’s five-year deal with the Baltimore Orioles is now official, along with the corresponding roster move. The Orioles announced Thursday afternoon that catcher Maverick Handley was designated for assignment, effectively freeing a 40-man roster spot for Alonso.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 11
What the Baltimore Orioles are getting in Pete Alonso
The Baltimore Orioles made a rare big splash in free agency on Wednesday when they landed first baseman Pete Alonso on a five-year, $155 million deal. Alonso joins a stacked position player group in Baltimore that already featured Gunnar Henderson, Adley Rutschman, Jackson Holliday, Colton Cowser, Jordan Westburg and others.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 11
Cal Ripken Jr.’s son makes bold Orioles trade prediction
The Baltimore Orioles are trying to stay afloat in an AL East division that is full of talent, and they made the right move to start, signing Pete Alonso to a huge deal.
Maverick Handley News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Orioles Designate Maverick Handley For Assignment
The Orioles announced that catcher Maverick Handley has been designated for assignment. That’s the corresponding move for their signing of first baseman Pete Alonso, which has now been made official.
The 'Home run leaders by MLB franchise' quiz
How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / December 11
Your biggest stories of the 2025 Orioles season 
After two years of disappointing early postseason exits without even one win to show for it, the 2025 season was supposed to be one in which the Orioles made their way back to the playoffs and finally advanced.
MLB News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 11
Addition of Alonso produces memorable Winter Meetings for Orioles
ORLANDO–Now, it’s on to the pitching. The Orioles’ pursuit of a big bat and big news from the Winter Meetings was successful with their agreement on a five-year, $155 million contract with slugger Pete Alonso.
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 / Larry Brown Sports / December 11
Orioles have interest in ace pitcher
The Baltimore Orioles already made one big splash in free agency, and they might be ready to make another. On Wednesday, the Orioles signed Pete Alonso to a 5-year, $155 million contract.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / December 10
Pete Alonso Orioles Signing: 2026 Fantasy Impacts
Pete Alonso is heading to the AL East … just not to the team everyone expected. Alonso reportedly inked a five-year, $155 million pact with the Baltimore Orioles — not the Boston Red Sox — on Dec.
MLB News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 10
What they’re saying about the Orioles signing Pete Alonso
The Orioles’ $155 million signing of first baseman Pete Alonso is drawing a lot of reaction from those inside baseball and those who cover it. Here is
MLB News / Sport Relay / December 10
Ripple Effect: What The Orioles Should Do After The Alonso Deal
With the blockbuster signing of first baseman Pete Alonso the Baltimore Orioles have proven themselves to be big movers this offseason. Other notable moves the team has made include the signing of reliever Ryan Helsley and trading for outfielder Taylor Ward.
Drew Romo News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 10
Orioles lose former prospect Carter Baumler in Rule 5 draft; Walker claimed off waivers, Romo designated for assignment
ORLANDO—For the third consecutive year, the Orioles didn’t take a player in the Rule 5 draft. This year, they had a full 40-man roster so they weren’t eligible to participate.
MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 10
Orioles talking to Nationals about potential trade for star pitcher
With starting pitching high on their offseason priority list, the Baltimore Orioles have reportedly set their sights on the trade market for a top-tier arm.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 10
Mets didn't even make an offer for Pete Alonso
Alonso agreed to a massive five-year, $155 million deal to join the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 10
Orioles turning attention to All-Star pitcher after Pete Alonso signing
The Baltimore Orioles made one of the biggest splashes of the young MLB offseason, but it sounds like they aren't done trying to make noise.
Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / December 10
Should the Orioles Consider Shopping Tyler O’Neill?
After the surprising trade for Taylor Ward sent the team’s first round pick from 2018 in Grayson Rodriguez to Anaheim, the Baltimore Orioles’ very important offseason is starting to take shape.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 9
Orioles rumors: Baltimore involved in trade talks for promising Marlins starter
The Baltimore Orioles are once again in the spotlight of MLB offseason news as the club explores ways to bolster the starting rotation. According to league
Kyle Schwarber News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9
Kyle Schwarber rejected Orioles' lucrative contract offer
The first major free-agent chip fell Tuesday morning with Kyle Schwarber returning to the Philadelphia Phillies on a five-year, $150M deal.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 9
Orioles rumors: Baltimore has spoken with free agent Kyle Tucker
As the MLB free agency dominoes start to fall, outfielder Kyle Tucker’s future is still shrouded in mystery. The only thing that is truly known is that Tucker is being courted by numerous franchises.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8
Orioles president discusses payroll, offseason targets
The Orioles have made a few moves this offseason but are still looking for a big rotation upgrade and an impact bat. President of baseball operations Mike Elias spoke to the media Monday about the club’s offseason and was asked if the O’s had enough spending capacity to address both needs via free agency.
Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / December 7
What Would It Take for the Orioles To Move Coby Mayo or Dylan Beavers?
The Baltimore Orioles need starting pitching to compete for a World Series title. President of baseball operations Mike Elias found key offensive contributors through an arduous rebuild, but the pitching staff of the Orioles has never been a strength.
Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / December 7
Orioles Looking to Achieve a Winning $200 Million Payroll This Offseason
The Baltimore Orioles will be buyers in free agency this winter, as President of Baseball Operations Mike Elias said days after the 2025 season ended. Coming off a 75-87 season, only one year after a Wild Card berth, they need a spark.
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