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Jackson Holliday crushes big homer vs. Mets before Orioles implode

The 2024 Detroit Tigers give hope to all seemingly moribund ballclubs, but the Baltimore Orioles (40-50) are heading closer towards a colossally disappointing season.

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Baker’s nightmare 8th dooms Orioles, as Baltimore falls to Mets 7-6 in extra innings

The usually reliable Baker allowed four runs without getting an out and the O’s couldn’t muster any offense in the 9th or 10th as New York scored a come-from-behind win.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 8

Mets top Orioles in back-and-forth, 10-inning affair

Juan Soto's third hit of the game was an RBI single in the 10th inning as the New York Mets rallied to defeat the host Baltimore Orioles 7-6 to open a three-game series Tuesday night.

Baltimore Orioles News / Larry Brown Sports / July 8

Minor-league pitcher bizarrely balks in run due to thunder

The Norfolk Tides got dunked on this week by an unexpected foe — the weather. Norfolk (Triple-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles) faced off on Tuesday against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A affiliate of the Miami Marlins) at VyStar Ballpark in Jacksonville, Fla.

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The 'MLB active strikeout leaders' quiz

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Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / July 8

Orioles 2025 Mid-Season Report: Pitching

The Baltimore Orioles are having a really rough year. The team currently sits at a 40-50 record, last in the American League East and 12 1/2 games behind first.

Gunnar Henderson News / Athlon Sports / July 8

Orioles Facing Trade Decision After Gunnar Henderson's Message

Infielder Gunnar Henderson is in his fourth major-league season with the Baltimore Orioles. Baltimore selected him in the second round of the 2019 MLB Draft, and he made his big-league debut toward the end of the 2022 season.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / July 8

Orioles Amongst Most Disappointing Teams With One of Largest Drops in Playoff Odds

The Baltimore Orioles entered the 2025 MLB regular season as a popular team to contend in the American League. There was a lot to like about the roster

Adley Rutschman News / Athlon Sports / July 8

Orioles Announce Adley Rutschman Injury News on Tuesday

Catcher Adley Rutschman is in his fourth major-league season as a member of the Baltimore Orioles. Rutschman was selected first overall in the 2019 MLB Draft out of Oregon State University and made his debut in 2022, making an immediate impact by finishing second in American League Rookie of the Year voting.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / July 8

Orioles Veteran Preparing for Bullpen Session After Lengthy Shoulder Setback

The Baltimore Orioles are having a pretty difficult time when it comes to building any momentum and finding their stride this season. One of the most notable reasons behind that is injuries.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / July 8

Orioles’ Sánchez out 8 to 10 weeks with knee injury; Updates on Rutschman, Bradish, Wells, Povich, Suárez

Orioles catcher Gary Sánchez, who sprained his right knee during Saturday’s game in Atlanta, is expected to miss eight to 10 weeks, interim manager Tony Mansolino said on Tuesday before the Orioles-Mets game at Camden Yards.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / July 8

Orioles 'Still Poised To Sell' Despite Recently Improved Performance on Field

The Baltimore Orioles dug themselves an incredibly deep hole to climb out of with how poorly they performed early in the season. It led to the firing of manager Brandon Hyde, who was relieved of his duties when the team had a record of 15-28.

Gary Sanchez News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 8

Orioles' season gets even worse with news on two-time All-Star

Orioles' season gets even worse with unfortunate news on two-time All-Star

It’s yet another unwelcome development in a season that’s been full of them for the Orioles.

AL: What each team needs to focus on in baseball's second half

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Baltimore Orioles News / Athlon Sports / July 8

Baltimore Orioles Still Behind in MLB Power Rankings

While the Baltimore Orioles are still playing catch-up from their awful start this MLB season, the team has shown signs of improvement recently. Don't expect to see the same team taking the field, though, later this season.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / July 8

Jace LaViolette remains on Orioles radar in mock picks leading up to MLB Draft

Everybody thinks the Orioles like LaViolette, though some publications see them taking high school players instead. The 2025 edition of the MLB Draft is now just a few more days away.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / July 8

Breaking Down Biggest Need for Orioles at MLB Trade Deadline

Despite sweeping the Atlanta Braves over the weekend, the Baltimore Orioles are still well under .500 and in last place in the American League East. The Orioles are certainly starting to play better of late, but the early hole they dug themselves into has been too much to climb out of so far.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / July 8

Who will be the Orioles home run leader by season’s end?

There are five players in double digits so far. Some of those guys are trade candidates. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Baltimore Orioles fans and fans across the country.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / July 8

Forgotten Orioles Starter Has Turned Corner With His Recent Performances

The Baltimore Orioles have fallen short of expectations in just about every way possible so far this season, and the pitching staff has been no exception to this unfortunate trend.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / July 8

Colton Cowser is the lone torchbearer for the 2021 Orioles Draft class

Four years later, it looks like all the Orioles will get from this class is whatever Colton Cowser gives them. How many games would the 2020 Orioles have ended up losing if they played a full 162-game season?

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / July 8

Draft prospects the Orioles can fast track to the majors

The O’s don’t need to draft players that will be ready in 2030, but as soon as possible. With that in mind, we look at prospects who should be ready quicker than others.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / July 8

Orioles Should Strongly Consider Changing Strategy for 2025 MLB Draft

The Baltimore Orioles have a cut-and-dry, clear plan when it comes to operating during the MLB Draft. Early on, they load up on high-upside, athletic positional players with a focus on pitching coming later on in the draft.

Dylan Beavers News / Camden Chat / July 8

This week in the Orioles minors: Dylan Beavers makes the case for a callup

Elsewhere, Trey Gibson rolled for Chesapeake, and Nate George kept on rocking for Delmarva. Each Tuesday on Camden Chat, we look back on the last week of action from the Orioles minor league affiliates, with a particular focus on the performance of players from Camden Chat’s composite top Orioles prospect list.

Baltimore Orioles News / Field Level Media / July 6