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Could the Orioles Trade Their Veteran First Baseman?

It is no secret that the Baltimore Orioles have been one of the most aggressive teams this offseason. From the trade acquisitions of Shane Baz and Taylor Ward to the free agent signings of Ryan Helsley and Pete Alonso, Baltimore has shown an unprecedented urgency in its effort to establish itself as a legitimate playoff contender.

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Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad gets crucial update for spring training

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad received an important update on Friday, via Matt Weyrich of The Baltimore Sun. “Orioles manager Craig Albernaz says outfielder Heston Kjerstad (undisclosed) is expected to be a ‘full participant’ in spring training,” Weyrich wrote on X, formerly Twitter.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / January 23

Orioles Have a Good Shot at Landing Star Ace

With Ranger Suárez, Freddy Peralta and MacKenzie Gore now off the market, options are dwindling for the Baltimore Orioles to find a No. 1 starter before spring training.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / January 23

Baltimore Orioles Showing Interest in Free Agent Zac Gallen

Speculation around the league maintains that the Baltimore Orioles have one more big move left in them. The general consensus is that this move will be for a starting pitcher, and likely a free agent.

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The 'MLB active RBI leaders' quiz

Can you name the active hitters with the most runs-batted-in in their career?

The 'MLB teammates to hit 30 HRs in 2017' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Active MLB doubles leaders' quiz

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / January 23

Zach Eflin is eager to prove himself again. What might that look like?

When it comes to the starting rotation, the Orioles’ 40-man roster currently includes these names: Kyle Bradish, Shane Baz, Brandon Young, Tyler Wells, Trevor Rogers, Cade Povich, Dean Kremer, and Zach Eflin.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / January 23

Orioles’ Albernaz getting used to media attention

For the first time since 1996, the year the Ravens came to Baltimore, the Orioles and Ravens will have a new manager and head coach. John Harbaugh, who coached the Ravens for 18 years, even longer than Earl Weaver managed the Orioles, has moved on to the New York Giants.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / January 22

Orioles Lose Utility Infielder to Division Rival

The Baltimore Orioles’ roster shuffle continued on Thursday as a recently acquired utility infielder was picked up off waivers by a division rival. Marco Luciano was claimed by the Orioles off waivers on January 7, 2026, after he was designated for assignment by the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Framber Valdez News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / January 22

Insider Calls Framber Valdez the Best Fit for the Orioles

The free agent market is as active as ever right now. Over the past week, several top options across both the free agent and trade markets have come off the board, leaving limited high-end talent available.

MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / January 22

Orioles Claim Super Utility Man Off Waivers from Phillies

The Baltimore Orioles are adding a utility player to their roster. Baltimore announced on Thursday that they claimed utility hitter Weston Wilson off of waivers from the Philadelphia Phillies and have designated left-handed pitcher José Suarez for assignment.

Marco Luciano News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 22

Yankees Claim Marco Luciano

The Yankees have claimed outfielder Marco Luciano off waivers from the Orioles, according to announcements from both clubs. Baltimore designated him for assignment a week ago.

MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / January 22

How the Orioles Could Benefit from Freddy Peralta Trade

Another potential Baltimore Orioles target came off the board late Wednesday night as the Brewers and Mets agreed on a blockbuster deal that sent starter Freddy Peralta to New York.

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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 / January 21

Five Orioles Make Top 100 Prospects List for Baseball America

The Baltimore Orioles will enter the 2026 season as a completely different team. But despite parting with some key prospects, the team still has a strong presence on the Top 100 Prospects list from Baseball America.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / January 21

Orioles prospects: Baseball America Top 100 lists five O’s

On Wednesday, Baseball America released its Top 100 prospects list for the season, kicking off the unofficial top prospect list season that will play out between now and the start of the regular season.

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The 'NFL tight end receiving leaders' quiz

The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz

The '2025 NFL first-team All-Pro' quiz

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MLB News / Camden Chat / January 21

When will the next great Oriole get inducted into the Hall of Fame?

The Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2026 was announced on Tuesday night, with outfielders Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones earning their way into Cooperstown after receiving the support of at least the necessary 75% of voting members of the Baseball Writers Association of America.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / January 21

The Orioles Still Have Room for One More Starting Pitcher

With pitchers and catchers starting to report to spring training in one month, free agency is heading into the home stretch. As teams work to finalize their rosters, the Baltimore Orioles have been quiet after doing a lot of their work early in the offseason.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / January 21

Do the Orioles need a Plan B in center field?

Baltimore’s aggressive approach in free agency has left me wanting more. While the majority of Birdland remains focused on Framber Valdez, my attention has drifted to the outfield.

Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / January 20

Orioles Restack Depleted Farm System with International Free Agents

The Baltimore Orioles signed several international free agents to their farm system as they seek to replenish their minor league depth. They have signed 10 international free agents, one of the lowest nets per team so far.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 19

Yankees’ offseason puts them at risk of falling behind division rivals

Yankees’ mundane offseason puts them at risk of falling behind division rivals

New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner has put frugality on display this offseason.

Yankees reportedly backing away from Cody Bellinger bidding war

Yankees tweak latest offer to try to end Cody Bellinger saga

Mets have interest in former Yankee in free agency

The 20 worst MLB teams from the 1990s

The 'Famous MLB families' quiz

MLB News / New Baseball Media / January 19

2025 MLB Farm Review: San Diego Padres

Since A.J. Preller has been in control of the Padres’ front office, San Diego has not been shy to make the aggressive move. The Padres made several of those in-season last year, which helped the MLB roster but depleted the farm system.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 19

Braves find their stopgap at shortstop after Ha-Seong Kim's injury

One day after the Atlanta Braves received news that their shortstop for 2026, Ha-Seong Kim, suffered a hand injury, they found their stopgap at shortstop until his return.

Braves back to square one at shortstop after latest injury news

Yankees tweak latest offer to try to end Cody Bellinger saga

Yankees reportedly backing away from Bellinger bidding war

Yankees’ offseason puts them at risk of falling behind division rivals

Mets still eyeing upgrades even after signing Bo Bichette

Mets have interest in this former Yankee in free agency

Justin Verlander News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 17

Orioles among teams interested in Justin Verlander

The Baltimore Orioles remain active in the pitching market as the organization continues shaping its roster for a sustained postseason push. With rotation questions lingering, Justin Verlander rumors have surfaced as the club evaluates veteran options amid a competitive free-agent landscape.