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Craig Albernaz gets honest about Orioles' Ryan Helsley signing

The Baltimore Orioles made arguably the biggest splash in MLB's free agent reliever market on November 29, when they signed Ryan Helsley to a two-year, $28 million deal that includes a player option after the 2026 season.

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Orioles designate versatile lefty slugger for assignment

The Baltimore Orioles continue to shuffle the back end of their roster as the winter meetings near. On Saturday, the Orioles announced they designated first baseman/outfielder Ryan Noda for assignment.

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.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 6

Orioles have 4th-best chance to win draft lottery

When the Winter Meetings begin on Sunday, most of us will be obsessed with the chatter about trades and free agents. Who are the Orioles in on? Who have they been linked to?

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A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 5

Orioles claim former Rockies top prospect off waivers

The Baltimore Orioles added a pair of waiver claims on Friday, including a former top prospect. In the afternoon, the Colorado Rockies announced that catcher Drew Romo had been claimed off waivers by Baltimore.

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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.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 5

Baltimore Orioles named a favorite to add star pitcher

The Baltimore Orioles have a clear need for pitching this offseason. As various reports have indicated, Mike Elias is prioritizing the addition of quality arms and many believe that the club will be one of the most aggressive in the free agent market.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 5

Orioles called a surprise team to watch at winter meetings, per insider

The Baltimore Orioles have already been active this offseason, but as MLB’s winter meetings begin Monday in Orlando, more big moves could be on the way.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 5

Orioles emerge as 'serious threat' to sign top starting pitcher

Ever since Baltimore Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias made it clear that his team intends to acquire a frontline starting pitcher this offseason, there has been a lot of interest about which free agents available would make the most sense for Baltimore, and who they're most likely to pursue.

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.

Ryan Mountcastle News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 4

Insider admits when Orioles 'might need' to trade Ryan Mountcastle

There has been trade speculation surrounding Baltimore Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle for much of 2025. While trade chatter about Baltimore potentially dealing their longtime first baseman died down after the trade deadline passed and Mountcastle was still on the roster, it has been picked back up again this offseason.

Cedric Mullins News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 4

Why the Orioles were wise to not bring back Cedric Mullins

Former Baltimore Orioles outfielder Cedric Mullins is headed back to the AL East. On Wednesday evening, Mullins agreed to terms on a one-year, $7 million deal with the Tampa Bay Rays.

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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.

Ryan Mountcastle News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 3

Orioles could trade Ryan Mountcastle for rival ace

If the Baltimore Orioles are to make another trade this offseason after dealing Grayson Rodriguez to the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for slugger Taylor Ward, there's a good chance it will involve Ryan Mountcastle.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 3

Orioles' new closer confident he resolved a key issue from last year

The Baltimore Orioles made a splash over the weekend, signing Ryan Helsley to a two-year, $28 million contract. Despite his struggles with the New York Mets, the hard-throwing right-hander was highly regarded as one of the top free agent relievers in a stacked class that included Edwin Diaz, Devin Williams, Raisel Iglesias, and Pete Fairbanks.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 3

Baltimore Orioles showing interest in superstar slugger

New Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz has got to be feeling good about the roster he inherited. And Albernaz conveyed as much when he said, “The talent just jumps right out at you.

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.

Mike Elias News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 28

Mike Elias says Orioles looking for 'experienced ninth-inning guy'

Baltimore quickly went to work on its bullpen when the offseason got underway, adding Andrew Kittredge in a trade with the Cubs. The veteran righty would likely be the club’s closer if the season started today, but president of baseball operations Mike Elias still has plenty of time to add to the bullpen.

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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 27

Orioles rumors: Baltimore could boost rotation with Tatsuya Imai signing

The Baltimore Orioles continue to explore every edge of the pitching market as they search for rotation help in MLB Free Agency. Among the options on their board is Tatsuya Imai, a rising talent whose posting process has sparked league-wide curiosity about his MLB fit.

Baltimore Orioles News / EasySportz / November 25