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Cardinals’ Oli Marmol quells Orioles’ Ryan Helsley tipping concerns

The Baltimore Orioles’ decision to sign Ryan Helsley to a two-year, $28 million contract has sparked renewed conversation around the reliever’s late-season struggles in New York As questions continue to swirl about whether pitch tipping played a role in his downturn, St.

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Orioles’ Albernaz puts focus on Rutschman: ‘It’s us as a coaching staff with him to figure out what’s the areas that he needs to really focus in on’

ORLANDO—One of the biggest challenges for Orioles manager Craig Albernaz will be to help Adley Rutschman recapture the skills that made him one of the best catchers in baseball.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8

Orioles president discusses payroll, offseason targets

The Orioles have made a few moves this offseason but are still looking for a big rotation upgrade and an impact bat. President of baseball operations Mike Elias spoke to the media Monday about the club’s offseason and was asked if the O’s had enough spending capacity to address both needs via free agency.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 8

Where the Baltimore Orioles are looking to add at winter meetings

ORLANDO - The Baltimore Orioles sound like they're far from finished in terms of adding impact players this offseason. As president of baseball operations

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Elias indicates Orioles are serious shoppers: ‘We do have more room for moves, multiple moves’

ORLANDO–What happened? The first day of the Winter Meetings concluded without the Orioles making news or any moves, although the New York Post is reporting that slugging first baseman Pete Alonso will meet with team officials at the meetings.

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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 / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 8

Albernaz settling into Orioles’ manager’s job: ‘I love our players that we have now’

ORLANDO—Spring training is still two months away, and Craig Albernaz is settling into his new job as Orioles manager. “I feel great about it. We have a great young core and some really good veteran pieces around it,” he said at the Winter Meetings on Monday.

Pete Alonso News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8

Pete Alonso meeting with Red Sox, Orioles at Winter Meetings

Free agent first baseman Pete Alonso is attending the Winter Meetings and will have in-person sit-downs with the Red Sox and Orioles, among other interested clubs, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 8

Orioles expected to meet with free agent slugger during Winter Meetings

The Baltimore Orioles are slated to meet with one of the top sluggers on the free agent market this week at the Winter Meetings. Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported on Monday that free agent first baseman Pete Alonso is expected to drive to the Winter Meetings in Orlando this week to meet with teams, including the Orioles.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 8

Orioles showing interest in trio of impact starters

After a last place finish in the AL East, the Baltimore Orioles have to rework their roster this offseason to get back in contention. With a young core of position players in place, Mike Elias and Baltimore's front office have their sights set on adding impact starting pitching.

Michael King News / Camden Chat / December 8

Orioles rumors: Ranger Suárez, Michael King, Tatsuya Imai

Will the Orioles actually sign a difference-making starting pitcher this offseason? I’ll believe this is going to happen when I see it happen. They do at least seem to be staying active in checking around on many of the remaining names seen as being near the top end of the market this winter.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / December 8

Adding capable depth to the roster is key to Orioles offseason

No one would argue that the Orioles still have a few obvious holes on their roster. They need at least one more starting pitcher and additional veteran help in the bullpen, and a concrete solution in center field would be nice too.

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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 / Camden Chat / December 8

Orioles news: Prepping for the Winter Meetings

Happy Monday, Camden Chatters! If you’re looking for Orioles news, there isn’t much. They ended last week with a pair of waiver claims. Will Robertson joins the team from the Pirates, and Drew Romo from the Rockies.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / December 7

What Would It Take for the Orioles To Move Coby Mayo or Dylan Beavers?

The Baltimore Orioles need starting pitching to compete for a World Series title. President of baseball operations Mike Elias found key offensive contributors through an arduous rebuild, but the pitching staff of the Orioles has never been a strength.

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Orioles Looking to Achieve a Winning $200 Million Payroll This Offseason

The Baltimore Orioles will be buyers in free agency this winter, as President of Baseball Operations Mike Elias said days after the 2025 season ended. Coming off a 75-87 season, only one year after a Wild Card berth, they need a spark.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 6

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.

Ryan Noda News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 6

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.

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.

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.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / November 27

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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