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Framber Valdez News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / February 6
Loss of Valdez leaves Orioles scrambling for few remaining free-agent starters 
After three months of speculation that the Orioles and Framber Valdez could settle on a contract, Wednesday’s news of Valdez signing a three-year, $115 million deal with the Detroit Tigers came as a surprise.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 6
Orioles Reliever to Pitch for Team Puerto Rico in World Baseball Classic
The World Baseball Classic is right around the corner, and the Baltimore Orioles will be represented across multiple national teams. Along with Gunnar
Jordan Westburg News / Camden Chat / February 6
Jordan Westburg is poised for a 2026 breakout
The Baltimore Orioles enter 2026 with plenty of questions, most notably in a starting rotation that lacks the depth and dominance it showed in 2024. With uncertainty on the mound, the offense will need to carry more of the load.
The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz
How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / February 6
Orioles question of the moment: What would a successful season look like?
It has been a busy, exciting, and possibly incomplete offseason for the Baltimore Orioles. President of Baseball Operations Mike Elias has arguably been the most aggressive executive in the league this winter.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / February 6
Orioles news: The O’s found their utility infielder
Good morning, Camden Chatters. In the wake of the Orioles missing out on Framber Valdez, and thus coming up empty on every high-profile free agent starting pitcher this offseason, fans wondered if the Birds might pivot to the trade market to acquire the hurler they need.
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / February 6
Calling the Pen: A major loss for sports fans
When I was in high school, my daily reading habits improved because of the newspaper or, to be honest, because of the sports section. I liked the way Neal Eskridge wrote about the Orioles’ game I had seen the night before, how N.P.
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / February 5
Henderson, Kremer, O’Neill, Bradfield lead Orioles contingent in World Baseball Classic
Ten Orioles will play in next month’s World Baseball Classic. Team USA will feature Gunnar Henderson, who announced he’d play during December’s Winter Meetings.
MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 5
Orioles Add Versatile Infielder in Trade with Diamondbacks
There’s nothing wrong with adding major league talent ahead of spring training, and that’s exactly what the Baltimore Orioles did on Thursday. Baltimore acquired infielder Blaze Alexander from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for Kade Strowd, Wellington Aracena, and Jose Mejia.
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.
Blaze Alexander News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 5
Orioles Acquire Blaze Alexander
The Orioles have acquired infielder Blaze Alexander from the Diamondbacks, according to announcements from both clubs. Right-hander Kade Strowd is going to the Diamondbacks along with a couple of minor leaguers: right-hander Wellington Aracena and infielder José Mejia.
Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / February 5
Three Non-Roster Invitees That Should Turn Heads at Orioles Spring Training
The Baltimore Orioles 2026 season will finally show signs of life on Feb. 10, when pitchers and catchers report to Florida. Baltimore’s season comes with a slew of questions, primarily centering around how new acquisitions Pete Alonso and Shane Baz adapt to the new clubhouse.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 5
Orioles Still Engaged With Top Free Agent Starter
On February 4, news broke that former Houston Astros ace Framber Valdez agreed to a three-year, $115 million deal with the Detroit Tigers in free agency.
Framber Valdez News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 5
Where the Orioles Can Pivot After Missing Out on Framber Valdez
The Baltimore Orioles have fallen short in the Framber Valdez sweepstakes. It was first reported late Wednesday evening by ESPN's Jeff Passan that the Detroit Tigers signed Valdez to a three-year, $115 million contract with an opt-out after the second season.
Kyle Bradish News / Last Word On Sports / February 4
How Kyle Bradish Holds An Important Role To The Orioles’ 2026 Success
The Baltimore Orioles prioritized their pitching staff during the 2026 offseason, making several moves both in their rotation and the bullpen. Baltimore first signed closer Ryan Helsley to a two-year, $14 million deal in late November to replace the injured Felix Bautista.
Kyle Bradish News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 3
Kyle Bradish Wins Arbitration Hearing
Orioles right-hander Kyle Bradish won his arbitration hearing over the Orioles, the Associated Press reports. He’ll be paid the $3.55MM that he and his camp at All Bases Covered Sports Management submitted rather than the $2.875MM figure submitted by the team.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 2
Orioles’ Jackson Holliday reveals Pete Alonso’s message after signing in Baltimore
The Baltimore Orioles entered the offseason searching for direction after a 75–87 finish, a sharp turn following a second-place AL East finish in 2024 and a 101-win division title in 2023 that forced the organization to confront its leadership gap.
Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / February 2
Orioles Legend Ray Miller’s Lineage Continues as Part of Roy Hobbs World Series Win
Ray Miller was known for many things during his time as a major league manager and pitching coach. Yes, he was the manager for the Baltimore Orioles for two seasons (1998-1999) and is a part of MLB history, as he didn’t include Cal Ripken Jr.’s name on the lineup card that broke the Iron Man’s streak at 2,632 consecutive games played.
Framber Valdez News / Total Pro Sports / February 1
'They Don’t Have That Guy Right Now' – MLB Analyst Advocates Orioles’ Big Need To Sign Framber Valdez
The Baltimore Orioles made some big moves in the offseason, but they have not fully addressed the situation with their starting rotation. Meanwhile, Framber Valdez still remains unsigned in the free agent market.
Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / January 31
What Other Free Agent Pitchers Can the Orioles Grab?
The calendar is soon flipping to February, meaning the Baltimore Orioles’ pitchers and catchers report to camp on Feb. 11. The signings of first baseman Pete Alonso and closer Ryan Helsley helped start Baltimore’s offseason on a grand note.
Gunnar Henderson News / Athlon Sports / January 30
Gunnar Henderson Breakout Encore: Orioles SS Locked as Top-10 Fantasy Pick for 2026
Every fantasy baseball player will immediately answer yes. For me, it is not that easy. Gunnar is a tremendously talented baseball player. For those of us who play by the SMART System, it is a bit different.
MLB News / Total Pro Sports / January 29
'I’ll Be Shocked If He’s Not An Oriole' – MLB Analyst Sees Mike Elias the Reason For Framber Valdez To Sign In Baltimore
Framber Valdez is the top free agent remaining on the market despite going into the offseason as arguably the best starting pitcher available. The controversial incident involving the Houston Astros catcher last year may have lowered his stock.
Tomoyuki Sugano News / Yardbarker / January 26
Tomoyuki Sugano not ready for NPB return
Tomoyuki Sugano is not ready to close the book on his major league career.
Heston Kjerstad News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 23
Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad gets crucial update for spring training
Baltimore Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad received an important update on Friday, via Matt Weyrich of The Baltimore Sun. “Orioles manager Craig Albernaz says outfielder Heston Kjerstad (undisclosed) is expected to be a ‘full participant’ in spring training,” Weyrich wrote on X, formerly Twitter.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 19
Yankees’ mundane offseason puts them at risk of falling behind division rivals
New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner has put frugality on display this offseason.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 19
Braves find their stopgap at shortstop after Ha-Seong Kim's injury
One day after the Atlanta Braves received news that their shortstop for 2026, Ha-Seong Kim, suffered a hand injury, they found their stopgap at shortstop until his return.
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