Baltimore Orioles: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

How do you feel about the Orioles experimenting with Coby Mayo at 3B?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Orioles fans and fans across the country.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / March 4

Early spring training observations

The spring training experience is different for everyone. Veteran players head down to shake off the rust and dive into a proven routine that works year after year.

Shane Baz News / Camden Chat / March 4

What do you expect from Shane Baz this year?

Mike Elias made a couple of unexpected trades this offseason. One was the trade for Shane Baz, a 26-year-old starting pitcher who has shown promise but mixed results in his Major League career.

CC Sabathia News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

The 'American League Cy Young winners' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star Game starting pitchers' quiz

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / March 4

Orioles news: Alonso continues to show veteran leadership

Good Morning Birdland, The Orioles did play a game on Tuesday, but there are no highlights to share. The game, an exhibition against the Netherlands WBC team, was not broadcast anywhere.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Scott McGregor News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / March 4

Orioles guest coaches Ben McDonald and Scott McGregor share their wisdom

SARASOTA—In recent years, the Orioles have become more aggressive in adding former players to their spring training camp as guest instructors. Two former pitchers who have served as instructors in previous years, Ben McDonald and Scott McGregor, returned this year.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / March 4

What Happened to Wally Bunker?

In the finale of a two-part series, Baltimore native James Considine, a Bird Tapes subscriber, explores what happened to Orioles pitcher Wally Bunker after his phenomenal debut season in 1964.

Baltimore Orioles News / Sport Relay / March 3

Orioles Players Excel in International Exhibition Games

Tuesday’s slate of games included several World Baseball Classic exhibition games between big-league clubs and international teams before the tournament officially starts on Thursday, March 5.

Pete Alonso News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 3

Pete Alonso makes feelings 100% clear on Orioles

For the first time in his MLB career, Pete Alonso will run onto the field on Opening Day for a team other than the New York Mets, having signed a five-year, $155 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles last December.

Trevor Rogers News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / March 3

Rogers allows 6 runs in Orioles’ 8-5 loss to Team Netherlands; Albernaz: ‘Sloppy game’

SARASOTA–What’s happening? After a day off on Monday, the Orioles played a game that didn’t count in the Grapefruit League standings against Team Netherlands.

Adley Rutschman News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 3

Why 2026 Is a Make-or-Break Season for Adley Rutschman

There may be no player on the Baltimore Orioles who needs a big season more than Adley Rutschman. The 28-year-old will be entering his fifth year with the Orioles, with just one more year of team control remaining after this season.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / March 3

Orioles revamped farm system has them set up for sustained success

Yesterday, MLB.com released the latest iteration of the Orioles Top 30 Prospects List. On one hand, the list represents a bunch of players who, outside of Samuel Basallo and Dylan Beavers, likely won’t have a role on the 2026 team.

Tony Mansolino News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 2

Tony Mansolino Sets Record Straight After Saying Braves 'Rescued' Him From Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles' decision to hire Craig Albernaz as their next manager set the stage for what became a very busy offseason for the team. There was a lot of interest in this decision, largely because some were convinced that the Orioles were going to keep Tony Mansolino as their manager in 2026.

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The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

The 'College basketball mythical mascots' quiz

The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

Coby Mayo News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 1

How Orioles’ Coby Mayo fell victim to ‘unexpected prank’ at spring training

The vibes are immaculate for the Baltimore Orioles in the early going of Spring Training, as they have a new and improved roster that’s looking to redeem the team from their disappointing 2025 campaign.

Gunnar Henderson News / Athlon Sports / February 28

Gunnar Henderson's Bold 2026 Plan Will Help Orioles Improve in Key Area

Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson is looking to help his team return to the postseason in 2026. The O's had lofty expectations for 2025 after their strong 2024 campaign, but Baltimore failed to make the playoffs last year.

Jackson Holliday News / Athlon Sports / February 28

Orioles’ Jackson Holliday Shares Injury Update at Spring Training

The Baltimore Orioles made headlines this offseason for acquiring established veterans like first basemanPete Alonso and outfielder Taylor Ward, but they still need second baseman Jackson Holliday to play to his potential.

Samuel Basallo News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 28

Orioles’ Samuel Basallo receives massive update following injury scare

Baltimore Orioles top prospect Samuel Basallo exited a recent spring training game with an injury scare. Basallo later shut down concern over the injury — which was officially listed as abdominal discomfort — and said he could potentially return this weekend.

Samuel Basallo News / Last Word On Sports / February 27

Orioles Prized Rookie Samuel Basallo Reportedly Avoids Major Injury

The Baltimore Orioles escaped disaster on Thursday after top prospect Samuel Basallo was pulled from a spring training game. The eighth-ranked prospect in all of baseball told reporters on Friday morning that he felt “fine” and that he should get back into games this weekend.

Samuel Basallo News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Orioles Announce Samuel Basallo News After Leaving Tigers Game

The future remains bright for the Baltimore Orioles heading into the upcoming season with an improved core after an active offseason in free agency.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 25

Darryl Strawberry clarifies comments about Pete Alonso leaving Mets

Darryl Strawberry clarifies controversial comments about Pete Alonso leaving Mets for Orioles

New York Mets legend Darryl Strawberry generated headlines and sparked some discussions on local sports-talk radio programs when he recently said he believed first baseman Pete Alonso will one day "regret" leaving the Mets.

Mets legend defends David Stearns over controversial offseason moves

Rangers' Brandon Nimmo opens up about Francisco Lindor, alleged clubhouse problems that impacted 2025 Mets

Ryan Helsley has new weapon with Orioles

Scott Boras shares his candid view on Yankees, Mets ownership

The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz

Ryan Helsley News / Yardbarker / February 24

Ryan Helsley has new weapon with Orioles

Helsley had a disastrous end to the 2025 season during his time with the New York Mets. A new pitch could help him avoid the same fate with the Baltimore Orioles.

Mets legend Darryl Strawberry shares warning for Pete Alonso about joining Orioles

How Pete Alonso can impact the Orioles' young core

Orioles Sign Thairo Estrada To Minor League Deal

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / February 21