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Are more Orioles contract extensions coming after Shane Baz deal?

As the Baltimore Orioles signed pitcher Shane Baz to a $68 million contract extension, it marked another instance of the team sharing confidence in the team they’ve been crafting ahead of the 2026 season.

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Orioles minor league recap 3/28: Six-run rally leads Norfolk to Opening Day win

The Norfolk Tides’ season opener was a wet and wacky one. For six innings, the Tides’ offense looked hopeless, garnering just two hits as they fell into a 4-0 hole.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / March 28

Orioles news: Mike Elias continues his spending spree

Good morning Birdland, Could the vibes be any more immaculate? The Orioles followed up their 2-1 win on Opening Day Thursday with the news on Friday that they are signing Shane Baz to a five-year, $68 million contract extension.

Shane Baz News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 28

Orioles Owner Explains Reason for Record-Breaking Shane Baz Contract

The Baltimore Orioles have got to be feeling good about how they started thte 2026 season. After all, they have a perfect record at this point—despite it being just one game.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Total Pro Sports / March 28

MLB Trade News: Baltimore Orioles Secure Shane Baz, Yankees Sign Luis Garcia & More

The 2026 MLB season has started out with a great pace. Teams are trying to win their first few games, but the trade market has not diminished yet. A few pitchers are still making their way up by securing minor league deals.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Athlon Sports / March 27

Orioles Facing Trevor Rogers Decision after Shane Baz's Contract Extension

The Baltimore Orioles wasted no time signaling their intentions for the rotation’s future, locking up right-hander Shane Baz on a five-year, $68 million contract extension Friday.

Shane Baz News / Field Level Media / March 27

Reports: Orioles, RHP Shane Baz near five-year, $68M deal

Right-hander Shane Baz and the Baltimore Orioles agreed to a five-year, $68 million contract extension, according to multiple reports Friday. MLB.com and ESPN reported Baz is expected to sign the deal before he makes his team debut at Camden Yards against the Minnesota Twins on Sunday.

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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.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / March 27

Orioles taking significant risk with Shane Baz extension

The Baltimore Orioles have reportedly locked in a key part of their rotation.

Tyler O'Neill's unreal Opening Day streak has come to an end

Yankees reportedly don't want to wait to land Pirates' Paul Skenes

Former World Series champion has announced his retirement

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Shane Baz News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 27

Orioles, Shane Baz Finalizing Extension

The Orioles and right-hander Shane Baz are reportedly finalizing a five-year, $68MM extension. The Cornerstone Baseball Group client was previously slated to reach free agency after the 2028 season and had agreed to a $3.5MM salary for 2026.

Pete Alonso News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 27

Pete Alonso Gets Candid About Baltimore Orioles Debut

The Polar Bear has come home. Thursday at Camden Yards wasn't just any home opener for the Baltimore Orioles: it was the debut of their brand-new slugger, Pete Alonso.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / March 27

Orioles fans are expecting the team to finally advance in the postseason

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Orioles fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 27

Biggest Surprises From the Orioles’ Opening Day Win

The Baltimore Orioles are starting 2026 off in the win column following their victory over the Minnesota Twins. The victory marks the fifth consecutive year that the Orioles have won on Opening Day.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 26

Orioles Outright Jackson Kowar, Bryan Ramos

The Orioles announced this evening that reliever Jackson Kowar and infielder Bryan Ramos were outrighted to Triple-A Norfolk. Both players cleared waivers and will remain in the organization without holding a spot on the 40-man roster.

Baltimore Orioles News / Larry Brown Sports / March 26

Tyler O’Neill’s unreal Opening Day streak has come to an end

All good things come to an end, and that was the case for Baltimore Orioles slugger Tyler O’Neill on Opening Day. O’Neill entered Thursday with home runs in six straight Opening Day games, which is an MLB record.

Trevor Rogers News / Field Level Media / March 26

Trevor Rogers, O's get by Twins in manager Craig Albernaz's debut

Trevor Rogers pitched seven shutout innings and the Baltimore Orioles broke through on offense late to beat the visiting Minnesota Twins 2-1 and give Craig Albernaz a victory in his big-league managerial debut Thursday in the season opener for both teams.

Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / March 25

Orioles Lose Another Pitcher Before Opening Day

The Baltimore Orioles announced another pitcher would be on the injured reserve to start the season, one day before their first game. Reliever Keegan Akin suffered an injury to his groin during spring training, sidelining him for at least the next 15 days, the team announced Wednesday.

Baltimore Orioles News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 25

Orioles Start New Chapter With Two Top Prospects on Opening Day Roster

The Baltimore Orioles made several moves this offseason after producing a 75-87 record in 2025. And two of the players who are expected to play a role in Baltimore's attempt at a bounce-back campaign in 2026 are the franchise's top prospects.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / March 25

Baltimore Orioles Betting Preview for 2026

After a 75-87 record in 2025, questions were swirling around the future of the Baltimore Orioles. Since earning the top seed in the 2023 playoffs, the team has failed to build off that success.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25

Orioles Designate Jackson Kowar For Assignment

The Orioles finalized their Opening Day roster, announcing that right-hander Jackson Kowar and infielder Bryan Ramos were designated for assignment. (Ramos’ DFA was originally reported last night.) Baltimore also placed Jackson Holliday and Jordan Westburg on the 10-day IL.

Baltimore Orioles News / LWOSports.com / March 25

2026 Baltimore Orioles O/U: Why The Orioles Can Become Contenders Again

Last year, behind a rather awful pitching staff, the Baltimore Orioles collapsed after being a contender for a couple of seasons. However, in 2025, that doesn’t mean the O’s didn’t show some real potential, especially behind some really young talent.

Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

Orioles Who Deserve To Be on the Opening Day Roster

The Baltimore Orioles have finished their spring training run with a 13-13 record after a 2-0 victory against the Washington Nationals. Baltimore got their first look at top free-agency acquisition Pete Alonso, alongside pitchers Shane Baz and Chris Bassitt.