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Orioles’ Pete Alonso gets ‘perfect fit’ truth bomb from new teammate

The Baltimore Orioles made one of the biggest splashes of the season when they signed first baseman Pete Alonso to a five-year, $155 million contract. Alonso’s impact is already being seen before he has even donned a Baltimore jersey.

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Shane Baz Acquired By the Baltimore Orioles

If you thought the Baltimore Orioles were going to be satisfied just signing Pete Alonso and calling it a winter, you clearly haven’t been paying attention.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / December 19

Orioles news: 2026 coaching staff

The Orioles coaching staff for next season is officially locked in. The team announced the staff for new manager Craig Albernaz in a press release on Friday morning.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / December 19

What did the Orioles learn from 2025’s starting pitching disaster?

I’ll be honest: I’ve never liked the strategy of not drafting pitchers. I get the risk with injured arms (“TINSTAPP“), but isn’t that what a draft is for?

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Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 19

Return of Suárez gives Orioles a valuable option

The signing of Albert Suárez was greeted warmly by Oriole fans, and it should have been. Suárez is a great guy in the clubhouse, has a wonderful back story, and was a huge plus for the Orioles in 2024.

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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.

Framber Valdez News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 18

Orioles linked to cheaper rotation options as Framber Valdez remains in question

The Baltimore Orioles have been one of the busiest teams so far this offseason, but remain in need of a frontline starting pitcher. While Trevor Rogers and Kyle Bradish are already a strong 1-2 punch, president of baseball operations Mike Elias has repeatedly confirmed that the club remains committed to pursuing an ace-caliber arm.

MLB News / Just Baseball / December 18

Pete Alonso’s Signing Signals Orioles Are Finally All-In

As Baltimore Orioles fans sat on their couches in October, the sting of disappointment grew as they watched an AL East foe reach the World Series and nearly win it.

Baltimore Orioles News / Athlon Sports / December 18

MLB's Highest-Paid First Baseman in 2026

Following seven productive years in Queens, Pete Alonso is getting a new start in Baltimore. The 31-year-old slugger has agreed to a five-year, $155 million contract with the Orioles, according to ESPN.

Trevor Rogers News / Camden Chat / December 18

Orioles stories of the year: Trevor Rogers emerges as one of the best pitchers in baseball

The Orioles acquired a legitimate ace for the 2024 season when they traded for Corbin Burnes. Baltimore did its best to keep Burnes around for 2025 and beyond, but the former free agent eventually signed with the Diamondbacks.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / December 18

Orioles news: Albert Suárez back on minor league deal

Hello, friends. There are now 98 days remaining until Orioles Opening Day 2026. We’ve made it down below the triple digits! After a flurry of activity around the winter meetings, the pace of big baseball news has slowed somewhat.

Pete Alonso News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 18

Peter Schmuck: New Oriole slugger Pete Alonso isn’t the next Frank Robinson, but he is a game-changer

It was nice to hear Orioles control partner David Rubenstein wax nostalgic about the way Frank Robinson turned the team into a multiple World Series champion, but attaching that kind of expectation to new O’s slugger Pete Alonso is a stretch.

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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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 17

Orioles bring back pitcher with latest roster move

The Baltimore Orioles reportedly agreed to a minor league contract with Albert Suarez on Wednesday, according to Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Banner. “The Orioles have agreed to a minor league deal with right-hander Albert Suárez, they announce,” Kostka wrote on X, formerly Twitter.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 17

Orioles Sign Albert Suárez To Minor League Deal

The Orioles announced that they have signed right-hander Albert Suárez to a minor league deal. The righty will presumably receive an invite to big league camp in spring training, though the O’s didn’t explicitly say so.

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Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 17

Orioles re-sign Albert Suárez to minor league contract

After declining to offer him a major league contract last month, the Orioles have re-signed 36-year-old right-hander Albert Suárez to a minor league contract.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 17

Free-agent starting pitching options for Orioles

The Orioles began selling Pete Alonso jerseys on Monday for fans eager to wear No. 25. The signing of the 31-year-old first baseman was an important one because it showed that the team would spend real money — five years, $155 million — on a free agent who fills the need for a right-handed hitting power bat — 264 home runs since 2019.

MLB News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 17

Lost Voices: Joe Ginsberg

When I interviewed Brooks Robinson for my book on Orioles history in 1999, he turned the tables at one point and asked me a question. “Have you talked to Joe Ginsberg yet?” Brooks asked.

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.

Ryan Noda News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 14

Orioles Outright Ryan Noda

The Orioles announced earlier this week that first baseman Ryan Noda has cleared outright waivers. Noda was designated for assignment by the Orioles last week.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 13

Orioles executive drops truth bomb on Baltimore’s lineup

The Baltimore Orioles are no longer tempering expectations as the franchise pushes deeper into contention. Entering the heart of the 2025 MLB offseason,

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.

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.

Framber Valdez 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.

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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 / 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.