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Calling the Pen: Orioles create a ray of optimism

Until Friday night, Chris Bassitt ‘s season had been more about words than actions. Back in April, the 37-year-old right-hander criticized his fellow pitchers for being “too cute” and not being aggressive enough in their approach.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / August 16

GAME HIGHLIGHTS: Pete Alonso, Colton Cowser lift Orioles to 10-2 win

WATCH the Video BELOW Pete Alonso hits a two-run double and Colton Cowser goes deep to fuel the Orioles’ 10-2 victory over the Rays

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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.

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Orioles heighten playoff push with 3rd-straight win against Rays, 10-2

After the Orioles traded Adley Rutschman, Taylor Ward, Tyler Wells and Dean Kremer before the August 3rd deadline, it was difficult to imagine them winning three straight games against a first-place team or moving into playoff position.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / August 16

Orioles ride 7-run 6th inning rally to another win over Rays

At this exact moment, the Orioles are tied for the third wild card spot in the American League. This is going to change as other games finish on Sunday.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 16

Orioles post 7-run inning, top Rays

Colton Cowser, Jackson Holliday and Christian Encarnacion-Strand drove in all seven runs in an explosive sixth inning as the Baltimore Orioles won another contest against first-place Tampa Bay, bouncing the Rays 10-2 on Sunday afternoon in St.

MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / August 16

Orioles Win Third Straight Over Rays, This Time A Laugher, And Could Cap Sweep Monday

Could there be real, true, Orioles magic amid a season that seemed so lost? Are you not entertained by the brand of baseball this team is suddenly playing?

Pete Alonso News / Athlon Sports / August 16

Orioles Make Pete Alonso Decision After Injury Scare

The Baltimore Orioles avoided a major setback Sunday after Pete Alonso was cleared to remain in the lineup following a calf cramp that briefly raised concerns during Saturday’s win over the Tampa Bay Rays.

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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 / August 16

Orioles at Rays discussion

It’s a been a fun weekend of Orioles baseball. Back-to-back wins over the AL-leading Rays, paired with some helpful outcomes elsewhere in the league, have inched the O’s to within half a game of the final wild card spot in the American League.

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Aron Estrada News / Camden Chat / August 16

Orioles minor league recap 8/16: Bradfield, Estrada reach base five times each

The Tides went to extra innings in a 6-6 tie, but a three-run top of the 10th for Gwinnett spelled defeat. The rarely scored-upon lefty Andrew Magno gave up all three runs to raise his ERA to 1.26.

Pete Alonso News / Camden Chat / August 16

Orioles news: Wild card standings, Alonso cramps up

Hello, friends. It remains tough to know just what to say about these Orioles. Often over the course of this season, this has been bad, because the depth of their struggle almost defies explanation.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 15

For second straight night, Orioles win 1-run decision over Rays

Tyler O'Neill singled in Colton Cowser in the 10th inning as the Baltimore Orioles won their second straight one-run affair Saturday night against American League East-leading Tampa Bay, edging the Rays 4-3 in their four-game series in St.

Gunnar Henderson News / Field Level Media / August 15

Orioles' Gunnar Henderson shows Rays his value in lineup

Baltimore Orioles spark plug Gunnar Henderson demonstrated in the series opener against the Tampa Bay Rays that wherever he bats in the lineup, he is going to hit.

Pete Alonso News / Athlon Sports / August 14

Pete Alonso Reacts to Unexpected Orioles Decision

Pete Alonso is embracing a new challenge after the Baltimore Orioles made a surprising lineup change ahead of Friday night's series opener against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 14

Orioles Reinstate Chris Bassitt From 60-Day IL

The Orioles have reinstated righty Chris Bassitt from the 60-day injured list, per a club announcement. Baltimore had an open 40-man spot, so the O’s only needed to free up a spot on the 26-man roster for Bassitt.

Joseph Dzierwa News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 13

Orioles Pitching Prospect Joseph Dzierwa Continues to Dominate Double-A Hitters

One of the Baltimore Orioles' top pitching prospects, left-hander Joseph Dzierwa, twirled another gem in his latest outing for the Double-A Chesapeake Baysox.

Gunnar Henderson News / Athlon Sports / August 12

Gunnar Henderson Speaks on Three-Hit Game

Baltimore OriolesshortstopGunnar Henderson is enduring the worst season of his career in 2026. Through 119 games, the 25-year-old is slashing an uncharacteristic .216/.296/.392 with 19 home runs and 49 RBI.

Joseph Dzierwa News / Just Baseball / August 7

Inside Joseph Dzierwa’s Rise Through the Orioles’ System

Last season, the Baltimore Orioles were poised for a successful MLB Draft, as they possessed six picks in the first two rounds — four of which were first-round selections.

Baltimore Orioles News / Larry Brown Sports / August 6

Orioles are not expected to re-sign one All-Star

The Baltimore Orioles may soon be headed for a notable split. Orioles infielder Gunnar Henderson is not expected to re-sign with the team on a new contract, Buster Olney of ESPN reported on Thursday.

Wehiwa Aloy News / Just Baseball / August 6

Wehiwa Aloy Takes His First Professional Season One Step at a Time

Coming into the 2025 MLB Draft, few teams around the league were prepared to make as much noise as the Baltimore Orioles. With four first-round picks, the Orioles were set to land multiple top talents in the class, and they were prepared to strike when they went on the clock.

Chadwick Tromp News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 5

Chadwick Tromp Elects Free Agency

The Orioles announced yesterday that catcher Chadwick Tromp elected free agency after going unclaimed on outright waivers. Baltimore had designated him for assignment last week.

Craig Albernaz News / Just Baseball / August 5

Orioles Manager Craig Albernaz Reacts to Trade Deadline Sell-Off

BALTIMORE, Md. — The trade deadline is an emotional day for all involved in the game of baseball. Some teams choose to buy contributors to enhance their odds of making the playoffs, while others sell to load up players that could provide future value.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 4

Adley Rutschman trade gets sarcastic seal of approval from Red Sox fan favorite

Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow sent a shocking package that included two of the organization's top prospects to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for former No. 1 overall pick and three-time All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman.

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