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One Trade That Could Quietly Change the Orioles Playoff Outlook

Of all the names being considered to be shipped out of Birdland, with the Orioles one of the worst teams in MLB since June of 2024, journeyman reliever Rico Garcia is pretty far down the list.

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Henderson’s 2-run triple lifts Orioles past Phillies, 6-4, as wild-card race tightens; Kremer traded to Twins

Before Friday night’s game, president of baseball operations Mike Elias emphasized how important the three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies was with the trade deadline coming on Monday at 6 p.m.

Chris Davis News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / August 1

Chris Davis going into Orioles Hall of Fame: ‘I think our team chemistry was so tight’

On Saturday night, Chris Davis joins the Orioles Hall of Fame, and he’s one of four players from his time to be enshrined. J.J. Hardy, Adam Jones and Nick Markakis are already members.

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How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31

Twins continue to build rotation in trade with Orioles

In what has been a fairly quiet 2026 MLB trade deadline so far, the Minnesota Twins continued to make noise in rebuilding their pitching ahead of what they hope will be a run to the American League postseason.

Potential Orioles trade chip staying put with extension

Tigers' Tarik Skubal has a preferred trade destination

Mets pull off trade for the son of a former fan favorite

Dodgers are keeping two players off the table in trade talks

Phillies, Blue Jays emerging as possible partners in blockbuster trade

Yankees reportedly place two pitchers on the trade block

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 31

Four-run seventh propels Orioles past reeling Phillies

Gunnar Henderson's two-run triple with two outs in the seventh inning lifted the Baltimore Orioles past the visiting Philadelphia Phillies 6-4 in the opener of a three-game series Friday night.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / July 31

Orioles Show Fight In Comeback Win As Their GM Threatens To Quit On Another Season

In the movie “Major League” the upstart Cleveland baseball team - whose owner had bailed on them and was content for them to lose to save money and relocate to Florida - put a cardboard likeness of said owner in their clubhouse and ripped a piece of clothes off it after every surprising win.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

MLB News / Camden Chat / July 31

Orioles stage seventh-inning comeback, defeat Phillies 6-4

For six-and-a-half innings tonight, this game felt like a hopeless loss. Brandon Young had a little bad luck and made a few bad pitches, which put the Orioles in a hole.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / July 31

Friday Night Orioles Victory GIF Party

It is Friday night. The Orioles kicked off their weekend homestand with a 6-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies. Down 4-2 heading into the bottom of the seventh, they rallied to score four runs on a double by Christian Encarnacion-Strand and a triple by Gunnar Henderson.

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Taylor Ward News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 31

Orioles’ Taylor Ward has just 7 home runs. Here’s why I’d still trade for him in a heartbeat

The Baltimore Orioles are not guaranteed to sell at the MLB trade deadline. They also are not guaranteed to buy. In fact, the O’s may do a little bit of both.

Mike Elias News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / July 31

Peter Schmuck: Mike Elias isn’t keeping us in suspense, but his team certainly is

Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias looked ahead to the final two months of the 2026 season during a dugout news conference on Friday afternoon and tried hard to frame the situation for all of us who are wondering whether the team will be a buyer or a seller at Monday’s trade deadline.

Adley Rutschman News / Field Level Media / July 31

Bye, bye birds? O's prez hopeful team can retain C Adley Rutschman

Is Adley Rutschman available at the trade deadline if the Baltimore Orioles hear an offer they like? When questions about the catcher's future with Baltimore came up Friday afternoon, Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias didn't say yes.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / July 31

Potential Orioles trade chip staying put with extension

A late bloomer, he established himself as one of the premier setup men in the game during an All-Star showing in 2023.

Orioles latest team to look to straddle line between buying and selling

Yankees' catching search includes division rival

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Jake Rogers News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Orioles Make Roster Move After Jake Rogers' Activation

The Baltimore Orioles made a catching change Friday, activating veteran Jake Rogers after acquiring him from the Detroit Tigers ahead of the trade deadline.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / July 31

The Orioles Could Sell Five Key Veterans And Still Compete For The Final Wild Card

The Orioles have been one of the most written about and talked about franchises heading into the trade deadline, because a failed rebuild that has gone backward provides unique fodder.

Chadwick Tromp News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 31

Orioles Designate Chadwick Tromp For Assignment

The Orioles have designated catcher Chadwick Tromp for assignment, the team announced Friday. Newly acquired catcher Jake Rogers will take his spot on Baltimore’s active and 40-man roster.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / July 30

Orioles latest team to look to straddle line between buying and selling

Although the Orioles have played better during July, they are still in a difficult spot. As such, reports have come out that the Orioles are looking to be buyers and sellers ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / July 30

Kyle Bradish’s Journey to Becoming the Orioles’ Highest-Paid Pitcher

In the midst of an underwhelming and frustrating year, the Baltimore Orioles have made another move showing their faith in this group of players. On July 18, the Orioles announced that righty Kyle Bradish signed a five-year extension worth $90 million, making him the highest-paid pitcher in franchise history.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 29

Yankees' catching search includes division rival

The catcher position has been a sore spot for the New York Yankees throughout the 2026 season. A deal with a division rival could provide the upgrade they need.

Angels trade a former 20-HR hitter to a division rival

Interesting Rafael Devers twist emerges ahead of the trade deadline

Red Sox player suffers broken wrist just days after being traded

Insider urges Red Sox to pursue blockbuster Jeremy Pena trade

Three first basemen the Phillies should consider trading for

Mets are reportedly desperate to get rid of one player

Baltimore Orioles News / Larry Brown Sports / July 29

Orioles considering unconventional deadline approach

The Baltimore Orioles came into Wednesday with a 52-56 record, which means their hopes of an American League Wild Card spot are shrinking. However, it seems the Orioles are considering buying and selling at the MLB trade deadline on August 3, according to MLB Network insider Jon Morosi.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 28

Orioles Have Discussed Jackson Holliday, Colton Cowser In Trade Talks

The Orioles’ trade deadline direction is still up in the air with less than a week to go. Baltimore sits on a disappointing 52-55 record, burying them 11 games behind the division-leading Rays but leaving them just two games out in the AL Wild Card chase.

Baltimore Orioles News / Athlon Sports / July 28

Orioles Surprisingly Open to Moving Key Players at Trade Deadline

The Major League Baseball trade deadline is now just six days away, and one of the biggest mysteries remains the Baltimore Orioles. The Orioles are one of several teams caught in the crowded middle of the American League.

Baltimore Orioles News / Trade Talk Sports / July 29

Orioles Open to Breaking Up Their Young Core?

Not too long ago, the Baltimore Orioles were one of the best young and upcoming teams in MLB with a seemingly bright future ahead of them. After winning the AL East in 2023, however, things have only gone downhill since, and barring a surge down the stretch, they appear poised to miss the playoffs for a second consecutive season.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 28

Orioles-Tigers game interrupted by the wildest squirrel chase ever

The best action from Monday’s game between the Baltimore Orioles and Detroit Tigers came courtesy of one very elusive squirrel. The squirrel spiced up the 7th-inning stretch by invading the field and forcing the grounds crew into panic mode at Comerica Park in Detroit, Mich.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 22

Red Sox fall one win short of franchise history

Everyone is well aware of the infamous saying: all good things must come to an end.

Red Sox ride impressive first inning to 15th consecutive win

Three areas Red Sox need to improve at 2026 trade deadline

Orioles reportedly entertaining offers for catcher Adley Rutschman

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Adley Rutschman News / Larry Brown Sports / July 22

Notable update emerges on Adley Rutschman’s future

Adley Rutschman may have to keep a spare bag packed just in case. The Baltimore Orioles are “certainly listening” to trade offers for their veteran catcher Rutschman, Jeff Passan of ESPN reported on Tuesday.

Adley Rutschman News / Yardbarker / July 21