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Orioles remain involved on top free agent starters after Pete Alonso deal

Orioles remain involved on top free agent starters after Pete Alonso deal

After making a massive splash on offense, the Orioles figure to turn their attention to the rotation. That could also come via the open market, as the MLB Network’s Jon Morosi relays that Baltimore remains in the mix for the top free agent starters.

Pete Alonso News / Last Word On Sports / December 10
Pete Alonso Signs With Baltimore Orioles

Pete Alonso Signs With Baltimore Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles and first baseman Pete Alonso agreed on a five-year deal Wednesday, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The contract is reportedly worth $155 million, worth a $30 million annual value for the team.

Pete Alonso News / Yardbarker / December 10
Mets didn't even make an offer for Pete Alonso

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.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / December 10
Orioles turning attention to All-Star pitcher after Pete Alonso signing

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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The 'AL and NL MVPs since 2000' quiz

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How many of the AL and NL MVPs since the 2000 MLB season can you name in six minutes?

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Pete Alonso News / Yardbarker / December 10
The Orioles catch their big fish in Pete Alonso

The Orioles catch their big fish in Pete Alonso

Coming off a disappointing season, the Orioles have made a big splash amid their efforts to reestablish themselves as contenders.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

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.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

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.

Kyle Tucker News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 10
Orioles checked in on Kyle Tucker, per insider

Orioles checked in on Kyle Tucker, per insider

The Baltimore Orioles remain in the hunt for an elite bat. According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Orioles are among the teams that have checked in on free agent outfielder Kyle Tucker.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / December 10
Should the Orioles Consider Shopping Tyler O’Neill?

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.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / December 10
Mets reportedly face competition from these AL East teams for Alonso

Mets reportedly face competition from these AL East teams in Pete Alonso sweepstakes

Along with filling a need at first base and in the lineup, re-signing Alonso would ensure that the Mets' all-time home run king and a homegrown player will continue playing home games in Queens for the foreseeable future.

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Mike Elias News / Camden Chat / December 10

It’s time for Mike Elias to deliver the full package

Mike Elias deserves credit for taking the 2018 Orioles and turning them into a playoff team. He drafted well, hired a solid manager for a rebuilding squad, and injected talent into the organization without spending in free agency.

MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 10
Orioles talking to Marlins about trade for elite starter

Orioles talking to Marlins about trade for elite starter

With the Baltimore Orioles expected to be in the market for starting pitching help this offseason, they're reportedly in the mix for this hard-throwing righty.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 10

Orioles need to win some free-agent contests

ORLANDO—The Orioles may or may not reach an agreement with a top-shelf hitter or pitcher before the Winter Meetings end on Wednesday. That doesn’t mean the Orioles aren’t serious players in this year’s free-agent marketplace.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 10

What Lies Ahead For The Bird Tapes (For Starters, There’s A Holiday Sale)

The year 2025 wasn’t good for the Baltimore Orioles, to say the least. But it’s been a great year for the Bird Tapes, my Orioles history project on Substack.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 9
Orioles rumors: Baltimore involved in trade talks for promising Marlins starter

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

Edward Cabrera News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9
Orioles among teams in discussion with Marlins on Edward Cabrera

Orioles among teams in discussion with Marlins on Edward Cabrera

The Orioles are among the clubs in conversations with the Marlins about hard-throwing starter Edward Cabrera.

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Kyle Schwarber News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9
Kyle Schwarber rejected Orioles' lucrative contract offer

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.

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Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 9
Orioles rumors: Baltimore has spoken with free agent Kyle Tucker

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.

Gunnar Henderson News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 9
Orioles’ Gunnar Henderson named to Team USA for WBC

Orioles’ Gunnar Henderson named to Team USA for WBC

The Baltimore Orioles will have their superstar represent Team USA in the World Baseball Classic this spring. It was announced on Tuesday by Team USA manager Mark DeRosa that shortstop Gunnar Henderson will be a member of the USA squad in the upcoming 2026 WBC.

Ryan Helsley News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 8
Cardinals’ Oli Marmol quells Orioles’ Ryan Helsley tipping concerns

Cardinals’ Oli Marmol quells Orioles’ Ryan Helsley tipping concerns

The Baltimore Orioles’ decision to sign Ryan Helsley to a two-year, $28 million contract has sparked renewed conversation around the reliever’s late-season struggles in New York As questions continue to swirl about whether pitch tipping played a role in his downturn, St.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / December 7
What Would It Take for the Orioles To Move Coby Mayo or Dylan Beavers?

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.

Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / November 30
Newest Orioles Acquisition Provides High-Risk, High-Reward Value

Newest Orioles Acquisition Provides High-Risk, High-Reward Value

The Baltimore Orioles reportedly signed right-handed relief pitcher Ryan Helsley on Saturday, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. The deal runs for two years and is worth $28 million, or $14 million per year, pending a physical.

Ryan Helsley News / Stadium Rant / November 30
The Baltimore Orioles Have A New Closer In Ryan Helsley

The Baltimore Orioles Have A New Closer In Ryan Helsley

On Saturday, the Baltimore Orioles made their second move of the MLB offseason by agreeing to terms with Ryan Helsley on a two-year $28 million contract.

Ryan Helsley News / Larry Brown Sports / November 29
Orioles sign former All-Star pitcher in free agency

Orioles sign former All-Star pitcher in free agency

The Baltimore Orioles made their first big swing of free agency by bringing in an All-Star reliever. The Orioles are signing Ryan Helsley to a contract, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan.

Baltimore Orioles News / EasySportz / November 25
Why the Taylor Ward Trade Is a Step Forward for the Orioles and Mike Elias

Why the Taylor Ward Trade Is a Step Forward for the Orioles and Mike Elias

Why the Orioles finally addressed a glaring need and freed themselves to pursue real pitching stability The Orioles did something this week they have avoided for years.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / November 25
Baltimore Orioles 2025-2026 Offseason Wish List

Baltimore Orioles 2025-2026 Offseason Wish List

The Baltimore Orioles will be one of Major League Baseball’s most compelling teams this offseason. The organization is already flush with young, controllable talent offensively.

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