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On YouTubeZach Eflin News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 30
Zach Eflin on returning to Orioles in 2026: ‘We want to win the World Series’ 
Starting pitcher Zach Eflin signed a 2026 contract for $10 million with a mutual option for 2027 on Sunday night. The 31-year-old right-hander, who had back surgery in August, talked about his rehab, his decision to return to the Orioles and more in a video conference call with reporters on Monday.
Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / December 29
Orioles Bring Back Veteran Pitcher To Rotation For 2026
The Baltimore Orioles re-signed right-handed starting pitcher Zach Eflin to a one-year deal, the team announced Sunday. The deal also includes a mutual option for 2027 and is worth $10 million for 2026.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
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 / CBSSports.com / December 29
Will the Orioles compete in 2026? How MLB's busiest team has spent the offseason shaping up, plus what's left
Baltimore took a dramatic step backward last year. Now they'll try to course correct in the brutal AL East
Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / December 29
The Orioles stories you cared about the most this year
Over the last couple of weeks, Camden Chat’s writers have been looking back on what we thought were some of the biggest single storylines of the year for the Orioles.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto News / Camden Chat / December 29
Orioles stories of the year: O’s spoil Yamamoto’s no-hit bid, walk off winners instead
From now until the end of the year, Camden Chat writers will be revisiting some of the biggest moments and storylines of the disappointing 2025 Orioles season.
Zach Eflin News / Camden Chat / December 29
Orioles news: Welcome back, Zach Eflin
Happy Monday, Camden Chatters. The Orioles did something this weekend! They signed a starting pitcher, although it probably isn’t the pitcher you were hoping for.
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 / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 29
Looking back at some happy Orioles moments in 2025
While the 2025 season was an unfortunate one for the Orioles, there were still some happy and unexpected times. Let’s take a look at some of them. Trevor
Zach Eflin News / Field Level Media / December 28
Orioles bring back RHP Zach Eflin on 1-year deal
Free agent right-hander Zach Eflin re-signed with the Baltimore Orioles on a one-year contract with a mutual option for 2027 on Sunday night. Terms were not disclosed, but MLB Network first reported that the contract is worth a guaranteed $10 million.
Will Robertson News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 28
Orioles Designate Will Robertson For Assignment
The Orioles announced that outfielder Will Robertson has been designated for assignment. The move opens up a 40-man roster spot for Zach Eflin, whose one-year, $10MM deal to return to the O’s is now official.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 28
Baltimore Orioles bolster rotation with latest win-now move
All offseason long, the Baltimore Orioles have shown that they are serious about winning this year. From the signing of Pete Alonso to the blockbuster trade for Shane Baz, the O’s are preparing to compete in the stacked AL East division.
Shane Baz News / Just Baseball / December 26
Why the Orioles Were Willing to Trade a Haul for Shane Baz
Last week, the Orioles and Rays struck a surprising intra-division trade that sent right-handed pitcher Shane Baz to Baltimore in exchange for a high-volume haul that included four prospects and a Competitive Balance A pick.
Shane Baz News / EasySportz / December 23
Orioles Roll the Dice on Shane Baz, Betting Big on Ace-Level Upside
Orioles trade prospects for rotation help The Baltimore Orioles reached a point this winter where standing still was no longer an option. After reaching the playoffs in each of the previous two seasons, Baltimore fell short in 2025, a reminder that progress in the American League East is rarely linear.
Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / December 23
The Baltimore Orioles Are a Sneaky Fit for Kyle Tucker
The Baltimore Orioles’ offseason has been nothing if not a roaring success. While the wound of losing out on Kyle Schwarber — who re-signed with the Philadelphia Phillies — hadn’t fully healed, Baltimore swung a deal with first baseman Pete Alonso on a five-year deal worth $155 million.
Pete Alonso News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 22
Orioles star Pete Alonso would love to join Team USA for World Baseball Classic
The Baltimore Orioles could see one of their newest stars take the international stage prior to the 2026 MLB season, as first baseman Pete Alonso has made his interest in joining Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic clear.
Shane Baz News / Athlon Sports / December 22
2026 Fantasy Baseball Outlook After Baz Trade
The AL East rarely sees trades between rivals, which is why the Tampa Bay Rays’ decision to send Shane Baz to the Baltimore Orioles immediately sent shockwaves through both real baseball and the fantasy community.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 20
Here’s what the Orioles’ Pete Alonso signing really means for Coby Mayo’s role
The Baltimore Orioles reshaped their roster this offseason with a major addition, and questions quickly followed. After the signing of Pete Alonso, attention shifted to how the move impacts Coby Mayo and the broader roster outlook as the Orioles look ahead to the 2026 season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 20
Tampa Bay Rays get king's ransom in Brandon Lowe, Shane Baz trades
The Tampa Bay Rays were busy on Friday.
Shane Baz News / Yardbarker / December 19
The Orioles acquire the starter they need from the Rays in what could be an overpay
Not often in Major League Baseball do division rivals come together for a trade, but it does happen. As the offseason turns, one of those rivalry trades
Pete Alonso News / Athlon Sports / December 15
Orioles' Pete Alonso Announces News Away From Baseball on Monday
The Baltimore Orioles are looking to return to the MLB playoffs in 2026, and if they do, a major reason will be the addition of Pete Alonso. The Orioles signed the 31-year-old right-handed slugger to a five-year, $155 million contract last week to serve as the team’s everyday first baseman.
Pete Alonso News / EasySportz / December 15
Orioles Make a Statement With Pete Alonso Signing
Baltimore finally spends big, and the move fits the moment The Orioles did not just sign Pete Alonso to add a bat. They signed him to announce who they plan to be.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 10
Orioles turning attention to All-Star pitcher after Pete Alonso signing
The Baltimore Orioles made one of the biggest splashes of the young MLB offseason, but it sounds like they aren't done trying to make noise.
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