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Orioles’ Pete Alonso reaches massive home run milestone vs. Blue Jays

The Baltimore Orioles are most likely going to miss the 2026 MLB postseason despite their 4-3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday, but that is through no fault of Pete Alonso’s.

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Pete Alonso's late home run lifts Orioles over Blue Jays

Pete Alonso's second home run of the game and 40th of the season lifted the Baltimore Orioles to a 4-3 comeback victory against the visiting Toronto Blue Jays in the opener of a three-game series Monday night.

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The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / September 21

Calling the Pen: Orioles’ Albernaz went too far in his criticism of Jeremiah Jackson

Back in April, Jeremiah Jackson hit a foul ball into the Orioles’ dugout that broke the jaw of manager Craig Albernaz. The Orioles would go on to win that game against the Arizona Diamondbacks on a grand slam by Jackson.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / September 21

Blue Jays vs Orioles Weather Delay: When Will the Game Start?

The Toronto Blue Jays and Baltimore Orioles were scheduled to open their three-game series Monday night at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, but the weather has pushed the start of the game back.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / September 21

Orioles vs. Blue Jays discussion

Update: The Orioles announced that tonight’s game will start in a delay. The team said it would announce updates as they become available. The Orioles postseason hopes have all but vanished, but they’ll still play the remainder of their schedule.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / September 21

Orioles wait on Alexander while Holliday is unlikely to return in 2026; Albernaz seeks higher standards; O’s-Blue Jays lineup

José Barrero is in the Orioles’ lineup at second base for Monday night’s game. Barrero will be the 60th player used by the team. Barrero is with the Orioles because two players, Blaze Alexander and Jackson Holliday, are on the 10-day injured list.

Jackson Chourio News / Larry Brown Sports / September 21

Jackson Chourio makes MLB history in win against the Orioles

Sunday was a historic day for the Milwaukee Brewers in more ways than one. By completing a three-game sweep of the Baltimore Orioles with a 3-0 win in the series finale at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Md., the Brewers set a new franchise record for most wins in a season.

Baltimore Orioles News / CBSSports.com / September 21

Blue Jays vs. Orioles MLB picks: Losing AL East team Monday can all but forget about postseason baseball

The Blue Jays visit the Orioles in essentially an elimination game Monday

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / September 21

As Orioles’ focus shifts towards 2027, here are three top priorities

Mathematically, the Orioles’ playoff chances will remain alive for another couple of days, at least. Realistically, the 2026 season will soon be ending in supreme disappointment.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / September 21

Orioles minor league recap 9/21: Trace Bright pitches a dud in Norfolk’s finale

Triple-A: Charlotte Knights (CWS) 7, Norfolk Tides 4 A tough year for Trace Bright concluded with another dud, as the 25-year-old right-hander gave up six runs on three home runs in four innings.

MLB News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / September 21

Orioles on brink of elimination after 2nd straight shutout loss, 3-0 to Brewers

A long day for Baltimore sports fans ended more than nine hours after it started with losses by both the Ravens and the Orioles. The Orioles’ season, which ends next Sunday in disappointment, had a few interesting story lines.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / September 20

Bautista returns, but Orioles bats provide no support again in 3-0 loss to Brewers

Another pitiful showing from the Orioles offense wasted an impressive Brandon Young start, and likely put the final nail in their 2026 coffin, as the O’s lost 3-0 to the Brewers on Sunday night in Baltimore.

MLB News / Camden Chat / September 20

Orioles vs Brewers discussion

The Orioles have reached the point where they need to be absolutely perfect from this point out, and even that likely won’t be enough to sneak them into the playoffs.

MLB News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / September 20

Bautista was determined to return this season; Orioles-Brewers lineups

Félix Bautista was activated before Saturday’s game though he didn’t pitch in it. When Bautista appears in a game, it will be the first appearance for the 31-year-old since July 20th, 2025.

Mike Elias News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 20

Mike Elias Expects To Remain With Orioles, Could Expand Front Office

Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias was promoted to that role leading into the 2025 season. Since then, the team has gone 150-167 (.473) and may finish last in the AL East for the second consecutive season.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / September 20

Calling the Pen: Not the best time for Orioles to announce Albernaz is coming back

This wasn’t a good weekend to announce that Craig Albernaz would be returning as manager. The announcement was made as awkwardly as Rece Hinds’ attempt to catch a fly ball by Joey Ortiz that he misplayed into a triple.

Pete Alonso News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Pete Alonso Announces Personal News Amid 1st Orioles Season

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso has been exactly as advertised in his first season with his new organization. Alonso signed a five-year, $155 million deal this past winter in hopes of taking the Orioles to the postseason.

Felix Bautista News / Field Level Media / September 19

After 14 months, Orioles reinstate All-Star RHP Felix Bautista

The Baltimore Orioles reinstated All-Star closer Felix Bautista from the 60-day injured list on Saturday, more than a year after undergoing shoulder surgery.

Mike Elias News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / September 19

Mike Elias's Words Today Guarantee 2027 Is Over For The Orioles Before It Begins

The Baltimore Orioles are no longer a public trust. They are an investment-holding asset in a portfolio full of them overseen by a few private equity billionaires who to this point have been far more passionate about breaking the MLB Players Association and getting a salary cap in place than they are about pennants or parades.

Ryan Helsley News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 19

Orioles To Reinstate Félix Bautista, Shut Down Ryan Helsley

12:42pm: The Orioles announced the Bautista and Povich moves. They shifted outfielder Tyler O’Neill from the 10-day IL to the 60-day IL to pave the way for Bautista’s return.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18

Orioles make big change to analytics department amid playoff push

With the playoffs inching closer, the Baltimore Orioles are making changes not just on the field, but in the front office. On Friday, Britt Ghiroli of The Athletic reported that assistant GM Sig Mejdal won’t be serving in the analytics department any longer.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / September 18

Was Orioles Rebuild Undone By Mike Elias's 1st Ever Draft Pick? Buck Showalter Makes The Case

The Orioles have made repeated and perpetual mistakes in every avenue of talent acquisition and development since hiring Mike Elias atop baseball operations in 2018.

Coby Mayo News / Just Baseball / September 18

Coby Mayo Is Rewarding the Orioles for Their Patience

After a strong August, the Baltimore Orioles looked like they were playing their best ball when it mattered most. Colton Cowser’s game-winning catch in Colorado was primed to be the catalyst the team needed to chase down the third AL Wild Card spot.

Jackson Holliday News / Field Level Media / September 16

Orioles place IF Jackson Holliday (wrist inflammation) on IL

The Baltimore Orioles placed infielder Jackson Holliday on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday with left wrist inflammation. The move is retroactive to Sept.

Pete Alonso News / Yardbarker / September 15

Pete Alonso's 300th home run makes history in multiple ways

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso has become the 19th active player to reach 300 career home runs.

Former Mets GM blasts team's decision to part ways with Alonso

Tight defeat against Angels assures Mariners of losing season

Spencer Jones, Cody Bellinger power Yankees to rout of Twins

Guardians walk off White Sox, inch closer in division race

Jacob Misiorowski fires five scoreless innings as Brewers top Pirates

Watch: Bryce Eldridge's massive blast sparks Giants to win over Cardinals

Albert Suarez News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13

Orioles Re-Sign Albert Suarez To Minor League Deal

Veteran righty Albert Suarez has once again returned to the Orioles on a minor league deal. Baltimore’s Triple-A affiliate announced the agreement, as relayed by Andy Kostka of the Baltimore Banner.