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Baltimore Orioles hire new bench coach under Craig Albernaz

Another coach with previous ties to Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz is joining his staff. On Wednesday, Jacob Calvin Meyer of the Baltimore Sun reported that the Orioles are hiring Donnie Ecker as their bench coach.

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Grayson Rodriguez's health remains one of the top questions for the Orioles

Can Grayson Rodriguez escape the injury bug in 2026?

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12

Orioles to name Donnie Ecker bench coach

The Orioles are hiring former Reds, Giants and Rangers coach Donnie Ecker as their new bench coach, reports the Baltimore Sun’s Jacob Calvin Meyer. Ecker was the Giants’ hitting coach in 2020-21 and worked alongside new O’s skipper Craig Albernaz on that staff.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 12

Baltimore Orioles expected to be aggressive this offseason

The floor is yours, Mike Elias. After the Baltimore Orioles went 75-87 and missed out on the postseason in 2025, they will look to improve their roster this winter in order to get back to October and beyond.

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MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / November 12

Orioles hiring Donnie Ecker as bench coach

New Orioles manager Craig Albernaz has moved quickly to fill out his coaching staff. Donnie Ecker, who was most recently the offensive coordinator of the Texas Rangers, will be the Orioles’ bench coach in 2026.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 12

Why Orioles fans shouldn't panic over quiet start to offseason

The Baltimore Orioles have their work cut out for them when it comes to improving their roster this MLB offseason. The team's talented young roster came up short during the 2025 campaign, which was why Baltimore ended up in last place in the ever-competitive AL East division.

Grayson Rodriguez News / Camden Chat / November 12

Orioles season review: Grayson Rodriguez

The story of the 2025 Orioles is as much about who didn’t play because they were hurt as much as it is about how well players played when healthy. Grayson Rodriguez represents this idea taken to its most extreme.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / November 12

Was 2025 Really the Orioles’ Most Disappointing Season Ever?

I detected the scent of runaway recency last summer when I read in The Athletic that the 2025 Orioles were “the most disappointing team of modern times” in Major League Baseball, according to a sub-headline in an article authored by Jayson Stark.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / November 12

Orioles free agent target: Ranger Suárez

The Orioles are in a position where they must improve the top of their starting rotation. If they aren’t willing to trade prospects or young players to do it, spending money is the only way.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / November 12

Orioles need starting pitching, but what moves will Elias be willing to make?

The 2026 season is a critical one for the Orioles, and they’re counting on a new manager, Craig Albernaz, to make them contenders again after a major decline in 2025.

Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / November 11

The Orioles Should Target Two Big Name Outfielders in Free Agency

The Baltimore Orioles are in desperate need of offensive power, especially in their outfield. The team must be prepared to go full throttle into the free agency market following a disappointing 2025 season.

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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 / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 11

Which Orioles youngster stands out as a 2026 Rookie of the Year candidate?

Over the last few years, the Baltimore Orioles have consistently seen young players step up and produce at a high level in their lineup. Coming into the 2025 season, the Orioles had a player finish in the top two of the American League Rookie of the Year Award race in three straight years.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 11

Orioles linked to 2 Twins pitchers as trade targets

The Baltimore Orioles have a great chance to round out the holes in their roster this offseason and put themselves in a great position to become contenders to win the AL East and potentially make a deep run into the postseason for 2026.

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Tony Mansolino News / ESPN / November 11

Mansolino to become Braves' new bench coach

Former Orioles interim manager Tony Mansolino will become the Braves' bench coach under new manager Walt Weiss rather than third-base coach.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 11

Insider tabs Orioles as ideal destination for ace

With the start of the Craig Albernaz era in full swing, should the Baltimore Orioles' first big move this offseason be signing this ace starting pitcher?

Trevor Rogers News / Camden Chat / November 11

Orioles’ Trevor Rogers pulled off a stunning turnaround in 2025

The story of Trevor Rogers in 2025 is so incredible that it requires us as fans to overcome disbelief in a way we’ve never been asked to before. In his relatively short time with the Orioles, he had always been terrible.

Heston Kjerstad News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / November 11

A healthy Kjerstad could give the Orioles a boost in 2026

When prospective Orioles outfielders for 2026 are discussed, Heston Kjerstad’s name is often missing. Kjerstad, who was the overall No. 2 pick in the 2020 draft, mysteriously left Triple-A Norfolk in late July.

Craig Albernaz News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 10

Orioles hiring first base coach to Craig Albernaz’s staff

The Baltimore Orioles’ coaching staff continues to build around new manager Craig Albernaz. According to Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Banner, the Orioles are expected to hire Jason Bourgeois as first base coach.

Mike Elias News / Sporting News / November 10

Orioles expected to have aggressive offseason thanks to Mike Elias

Mike Elias has no choice but to be aggressive this winter.

Kyle Tucker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 10

Why Orioles are labeled a ‘wild card’ Kyle Tucker suitor

With rumors swirling about moves the Baltimore Orioles can make in the offseason, the player in scope is star outfielder Kyle Tucker. After the Orioles missed the playoffs, the team is looking to revive its chances of getting back to the postseason with a huge step in the right direction: the acquisition of Tucker.