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The Orioles' 79-82 record was good enough to keep them in contention for the final wild-card spot, but that was more an indictment of the American League than a testament to their roster.

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Albert Suárez was the Orioles’ continual unsung hero

For the 36-year-old Albert Suárez, it’s a minor miracle that he’s still with the Orioles’ organization. And that’s not because we’re now two years removed from his breakout 2024 campaign.

Ike Irish News / Camden Chat / October 22

Ike Irish stopped catching and started mashing

With the 19th pick in the 2025 draft, the Orioles selected catcher Ike Irish. Except…not really. Let me clarify. They did really select Ike Irish. But they didn’t really select a catcher, even if that was Irish’s announced position at the time.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / October 22

Orioles news: On long World Series droughts

Hello, friends. There are now 153 days remaining until the next scheduled Orioles game. You know the drill by now. On the other hand, the World Series starts tomorrow.

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MLB has been awarding the American League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1980 season. How many of the winners in that time can you name in six minutes?

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Patrick Reilly News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / October 22

Questions and answers with Orioles pitching prospect Patrick Reilly

The Orioles acquired right-handed pitcher Patrick Reilly from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for utility player Billy Cook on July 30th, 2024. Reilly impressed the Orioles in early looks, but after three starts at Double-A Chesapeake in 2025, he needed Tommy John surgery.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Jayvien Sandridge News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 20

Orioles Sign Jayvien Sandridge To Minor League Deal

The Orioles announced that they have signed left-hander Jayvien Sandridge to a minor league deal for the 2027 season. He was already in the Baltimore system but was eligible for minor league free agency.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / October 20

Five Key Takeaways from the Orioles’ 2026 Season

The Baltimore Orioles fell short of the playoffs yet again in 2026, finishing with a record of 79-82. Following three straight seasons with a winning record from 2022-24, the team has now finished under .500 in back-to-back years.

Leody Taveras News / Camden Chat / October 20

Leody Taveras was needed more than you want to need a backup

One of the real hallmarks of the 2026 Orioles is how many things happened where, if you were told in March that they were going to happen, you would know that meant the season went poorly.

Baltimore Orioles News / Fastball on SI / October 19

Biggest Offseason Questions for Orioles After Hiring New General Manager

The Baltimore Orioles have officially named their next general manager relatively early in the offseason. The Orioles introduced Jared Banner as the franchise's new GM on Monday.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baseball Now / October 19

Orioles Name New GM After Disappointing 2026 Season

The Baltimore Orioles endured another disappointing season in 2026, missing the playoffs and finishing below .500 for the second year in a row. With the Orioles heading into a pivotal offseason, they'll have a new general manager in their front office.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 19

Athletics, O's hired their future and here's what each new boss must do first

Athletics, Orioles hired their future and here's what each new boss must do first

Both announcements landed on the same day, yet both men are walking into jobs that could not be more different … or more urgent.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

MLB News / Field Level Media / October 19

Orioles hire Cubs' Jared Banner as general manager

The Baltimore Orioles named Chicago Cubs executive Jared Banner as their new general manager on Monday. Banner will work alongside president of baseball operations Mike Elias, who held the GM role in Baltimore from 2018-25.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 19

Orioles Hire Jared Banner As General Manager

8:30 am: The Orioles have officially announced the hiring. The club said in a release that Banner will be in charge of player development, coaching, and performance.

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Nick Raquet News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 17

Tigers Sign Nick Raquet To Minors Contract

The Tigers have signed left-hander Nick Raquet to a two-year minor league contract, according to 7 News’ Ari Alexander. Raquet became a free agent after he was released by the Orioles in early September.

Baltimore Orioles News / EssentiallySports / October 17

'They’re Making More Money': Orioles Owner Reveals The Hidden Truth Behind Owing an MLB Team That No One Tells

As the CBA negotiations intensify and the threat of a lockout looms over baseball, Baltimore Orioles owner David Rubenstein may have said something that could put the league’s long-standing push for a salary cap under fresh scrutiny.

Baltimore Orioles News / Viral Sports News / October 16

Baltimore Orioles Officially Part Ways With 27-Year-Old Infielder

Baltimore Orioles infielder Luis Vázquez has elected free agency, according to the MiLB transaction log. This move ends Vázquez’s tenure in the Orioles organization, where he had spent the past two seasons primarily as depth.

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The 'All-time K-leaders by MLB club' quiz

How many of the players with the most career strikeouts for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

Connor Cooke News / Viral Sports News / October 14

Baltimore Orioles Suddenly Acquire 26-Year-Old Strikeout Artist

The Baltimore Orioles have added right-handed pitcher Connor Cooke on a minor-league contract, according to the MiLB transaction log. The 26-year-old was subsequently assigned to the Triple-A Norfolk Tides.

Trevor Rogers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 8

Trevor Rogers gets brutally honest on Orioles’ inconsistent season

The Baltimore Orioles underperformed during the 2026 season. They entered the year with lofty expectations, but the Orioles ultimately missed the postseason.

Baltimore Orioles News / EssentiallySports / October 7

Orioles Fire Mascots Oriole Bird, Mr. Splash After GM Promises Free Agency Splurge Following Disappointing Season

Even the Orioles mascots, the Oriole Bird and Mr. Splash, couldn’t escape the layoffs. The people playing the mascots, along with the team photographer and several other employees, were shown the exit door.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / October 7

Baltimore Orioles Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions

Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.

Baltimore Orioles News / The Lead / October 1

Post-Mortem: The Baltimore Orioles Disappointed Again

Just over three years ago, Orioles third baseman Ramon Urias fielded a weak grounder and fired to first to retire Trevor Story. This was the final out of the Orioles’ 100th win of the season, as well as the division clincher.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28

Mets' Stearns addresses possible regrets about Alonso signing with Orioles

Mets' David Stearns addresses possible regrets about Pete Alonso signing with Orioles

Alonso inked a five-year, $155M deal to join the Orioles in free agency, and he ultimately became the first player in MLB history to lead both the American League and the National League in RBI in separate seasons.

Pete Alonso makes MLB history in first season with Orioles

Bo Bichette, Juan Soto seem to offer hints about major decision that will impact Mets' future

Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto make telling comments about Mets clubhouse after lost season ends

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