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Orioles matched Phillies’ offer to Kyle Schwarber, per insider

The Baltimore Orioles’ attempt to land Kyle Schwarber did not succeed, but it was far from halfhearted. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Orioles offered Schwarber the same five-year, $150 million contract he agreed to Tuesday with the Philadelphia Phillies.

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Orioles’ Henderson to play for Team USA in World Baseball Classic; Notes on Basallo, Kremer

ORLANDO–Gunnar Henderson will play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. Henderson was one of several major league stars to be named to the team on Tuesday.

Scott Boras News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 9

Boras, Orioles in ‘regular communication’ on free agents

ORLANDO—The Orioles have been linked with several clients of baseball’s most powerful agent, Scott Boras. First baseman Pete Alonso, who lives in Tampa, about two hours away, is reported to have scheduled a meeting with the Orioles.

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Gunnar Henderson News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 9

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.

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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.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 9

Orioles still in on Kyle Schwarber as Buster Olney predicts he’s next star off board

The Baltimore Orioles remain deep in the hunt for Kyle Schwarber, and momentum keeps building after ESPN insider Buster Olney reported that the All-star slugger could be the first superstar position player to come off the board at the Winter Meetings.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / December 9

Best and worst case scenarios for the rest of Baltimore’s offseason

It’s been five weeks since the Los Angeles Dodgers hoisted their second consecutive World Series trophy, and the Orioles are a little closer to having a team that can compete for their first World Series title in 40+ years.

Adley Rutschman News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 9

Orioles’ Albernaz puts focus on Rutschman: ‘It’s us as a coaching staff with him to figure out what’s the areas that he needs to really focus in on’

ORLANDO—One of the biggest challenges for Orioles manager Craig Albernaz will be to help Adley Rutschman recapture the skills that made him one of the best catchers in baseball.

Ryan Helsley News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 8

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 / 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.

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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 / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 8

Where the Baltimore Orioles are looking to add at winter meetings

ORLANDO - The Baltimore Orioles sound like they're far from finished in terms of adding impact players this offseason. As president of baseball operations

Mike Elias News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 8

Elias indicates Orioles are serious shoppers: ‘We do have more room for moves, multiple moves’

ORLANDO–What happened? The first day of the Winter Meetings concluded without the Orioles making news or any moves, although the New York Post is reporting that slugging first baseman Pete Alonso will meet with team officials at the meetings.

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Pete Alonso News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8

Pete Alonso meeting with Red Sox, Orioles at Winter Meetings

Free agent first baseman Pete Alonso is attending the Winter Meetings and will have in-person sit-downs with the Red Sox and Orioles, among other interested clubs, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 8

Orioles expected to meet with free agent slugger during Winter Meetings

The Baltimore Orioles are slated to meet with one of the top sluggers on the free agent market this week at the Winter Meetings. Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported on Monday that free agent first baseman Pete Alonso is expected to drive to the Winter Meetings in Orlando this week to meet with teams, including the Orioles.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 8

Orioles showing interest in trio of impact starters

After a last place finish in the AL East, the Baltimore Orioles have to rework their roster this offseason to get back in contention. With a young core of position players in place, Mike Elias and Baltimore's front office have their sights set on adding impact starting pitching.

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.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 6

Orioles bolster roster by adding outfielder, catcher

The Baltimore Orioles announced three roster moves on Saturday. Baltimore designated first baseman/outfielder Ryan Noda for assignment and claimed catcher Drew Romo off waivers from the Colorado Rockies and outfielder Will Robertson off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Ranger Suarez News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5

Astros, Orioles among clubs interested in Ranger Suarez

Left-hander Ranger Suárez is one of the top free agent starting pitchers still available.

Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / November 30

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 / Larry Brown Sports / November 29

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 / Yardbarker / November 27

Orioles could make up for lackluster offseasons by doing this

Orioles could make up for recent lackluster offseasons by doing this

The Baltimore Orioles' disappointing 2025 season began with a lackluster 2024-25 offseason. Those quiet offseasons may be a thing of the past moving forward.

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Baltimore Orioles News / EasySportz / November 25