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Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / February 22

Bradish throws 2 innings, Alonso, Kjerstad homer in Orioles’ 4-4 tie with Tigers

LAKELAND, Florida-What’s happening? Opening Day is more than a month away, and manager Craig Albernaz will have plenty of time to decide a starter for the March 26th game against the Minnesota Twins.

Jordan Westburg News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 22

Jordan Westburg's 'Frustrating' Message Before Injury Rehab Turns Heads

The Baltimore Orioles revealed more brutal injury news on February 20. When speaking to the media before the Orioles' Grapefruit League opener, President of Baseball Operations Mike Elias revealed that infielder Jordan Westburg has a partially torn UCL in his right elbow.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / February 22

Orioles game chat: February 22 vs. Tigers, 1:05pm ET

If you’ve gotten accustomed to Orioles spring training games being on television after the first two games of the schedule, tough luck today. No video feed!

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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.

Mike Elias News / Camden Chat / February 22

Orioles question of the moment: What grade would you give Elias for this offseason?

You could make an argument that the Orioles were baseball’s busiest team this offseason. They did a lot! Pete Alonso and Taylor Ward were brought in to add pop to the lineup.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / February 22

Orioles news: Starting rotation gets in early work

Hello, friends. There are now 32 days remaining until Orioles Opening Day. They’ll be playing near-daily exhibitions from now until March 23. Yesterday’s game was an 8-2 loss to the Pirates, helped along by Dietrich Enns managing to give up six runs in one-third of an inning.

Hank Conger News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / February 22

Conger brings playing, coaching experience to Orioles’ bullpen

SARASOTA—Craig Albernaz’s first Orioles coaching staff features three returning pitching coaches — Drew French, Mitch Plassmeyer and Ryan Klimek — and a former major league catcher, Hank Conger.

MLB News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / February 21

O’Hearn hits 3-run homer in Pirates’ 8-2 win over Orioles; Kremer prepares for WBC

SARASOTA-What’s happening? Former Oriole Ryan O’Hearn hit a three-run homer that highlighted a six-run fifth inning as the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Orioles, 8-2, before 6,934 at Ed Smith Stadium on Saturday.

Baltimore Orioles News / EasySportz / February 21

Orioles’ Spring Victory Highlights Power Hitting and Elite Pitching

A familiar formula carried into a new spring for the Baltimore Orioles: timely power and overpowering pitching. Pete Alonso hit a two-run homer and six pitchers combined on a three-hit shutout as Baltimore opened Grapefruit League play with a 2-0 victory over the New York Yankees on Friday at Ed Smith Stadium.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 21

Former Orioles Gold Glove Winner Signs with Cardinals

This former infielder for the Baltimore Orioles has found a new home just in time for the upcoming season. Ramón Urías, who had played with the Orioles from 2020 to 2025, reportedly agreed to a one-year, $2 million contract with the St.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 21

Adam Jones' 1-Word Craig Albernaz Verdict Speaks Volumes

There is a lot of optimism about what Craig Albernaz can accomplish in his first season as the Baltimore Orioles' manager. The Orioles hired Albernaz near the end of October, in what was the first big move in what ended up being a very busy offseason.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / February 21

How Pete Alonso can impact the Orioles' young core

Alonso has already been recognized early in spring training as the most popular guy in the clubhouse.

Spring training roundup: Alonso hits HR in Orioles' debut to top Yankees

Yankees prospect Spencer Jones draws comparisons to Shohei Ohtani

Jazz Chisholm Jr. wants an absurd contract in free agency

Three Yankees top prospects who may see the majors in 2026

Dodgers' Freddie Freeman could be next member of 3,000-hit club

Angels owner's claim that fans don't prioritize winning says a lot about him, organization

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Tony Mansolino News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 21

Tony Mansolino Asserts Braves 'Rescued' Him From Orioles

In a September 29 article from Roch Kubatko of MASN, Tony Mansolino (who was then the Baltimore Orioles' interim manager) made it clear how much he wanted to remain within the Orioles' organization as their manager.

Pete Alonso News / Field Level Media / February 20

Spring training roundup: Pete Alonso hits HR in Orioles' debut to top Yanks

Pete Alonso, signed as a free agent for his powerful bat, homered in his first game with Baltimore to account for all of the scoring in the Orioles' 2-0 win over the visiting New York Yankees to open spring training on Friday in Sarasota, Fla.

Zach Eflin News / Athlon Sports / February 20

Zach Eflin Signing Impact: Fantasy Boost for His New Team in 2026 Rotisserie Leagues

Zach Eflin re-signing with the Orioles is hardly game-changing news. Coming off an injury-plagued season (and years of nagging conditions if not outright injuries) will keep a lot of drafters away from picking him this spring.

Jordan Westburg News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 20

Orioles Re-Acquire Third Baseman Amid Jordan Westburg Injury

A slew of infield injuries for the Baltimore Orioles has forced their hand. On Friday, the O’s re-acquired a recently released infielder as insurance amid growing concern about Jordan Westburg’s injury.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 20

Why the Orioles' Center Field Battle Isn't as Open as it Looks

As spring training officially begins on Friday, the Baltimore Orioles have a few openings to fill between now and the start of the regular season. For example, both Jackson Holliday and Jordan Westburg will be on the shelf when the 2026 campaign officially commences on March 26, leaving a clear vacancy at second base.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 20

Orioles intriguing pitching prospect suffers ‘severe’ spring training injury

The Baltimore Orioles are ramping up for the season as spring training begins, and they’re getting a look at who could be valuable for their team this year.

Jordan Westburg News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 20

Jordan Westburg Diagnosed With Partial UCL Tear

Orioles third baseman Jordan Westburg has been diagnosed with a partial tear of the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow, president of baseball operations Mike Elias announced to reporters this morning (via Jake Rill of MLB.com).

Baltimore Orioles News / Viral Sports News / February 19

Orioles Could Make Blockbuster Trade During 2026 MLB Season

In the ever-evolving chess game of Major League Baseball roster management, the Baltimore Orioles find themselves at a crossroads with Ryan Mountcastle, a once-promising power hitter who’s now more of a puzzle piece that doesn’t quite fit.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / February 19

Chris Bassitt makes argument against salary cap in baseball

Bassitt, unsurprisingly, doesn't think a salary cap is the solution to Major League Baseball's problems. He laid out an argument as to why.

Yankees, Guardians stars voice warnings after amid MLBPA's issues

Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s lofty goal for 2026 season could help solve Yankees' problem

Red Sox potential Achilles' heel showing in 2026 projections

Brewers sign manager Pat Murphy to a contract extension

Former Athletics manager Bob Melvin returns to team in new role

Freddie Freeman reveals where he wants to finish his career

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 19

Jordan Westburg Undergoes Imaging For Potential Elbow Injury

Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg has been slowed by an oblique injury in camp and was already expected to miss the first few games of exhibition play as a result.

Baltimore Orioles News / Stadium Rant / February 19

How The Orioles Can Flip The Script In 2026

After a disappointing 2025 campaign, the Baltimore Orioles enter the new season with more questions than answers. Touted as a team with a promising core of young talent only a few short years ago, the O’s saw their season record drop to six games below .500 last year.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 18