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There is a lot of excitement surrounding the Baltimore Orioles' franchise right now, given their recent hiring of Craig Albernaz to be the team's 21st manager.

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Orioles 2026 giveaway schedule

The Orioles announced their 2026 season schedule for promotions and giveaway items on Thursday afternoon. This is getting a much earlier start on the schedule compared to what the team has done recently.

Don Mattingly News / CBSSports.com / November 6

MLB rumors: Orioles kick off free agency, Don Mattingly moves on from Blue Jays after World Series loss

Five days after the World Series, free agency is officially open for business

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / November 6

Five Takeaways From the Baltimore Orioles’ 2025 Season

Coming off of playoff berths in 2023 and 2024, the bar was set high for the 2025 Baltimore Orioles to make some noise in October. Frankly, there is no way to describe their 2025 season as anything other than a failure.

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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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Keegan Akin News / Camden Chat / November 6

Keegan Akin was the Orioles’ steadiest reliever but miscast as a closer

As the Orioles set out to reshape their bullpen this offseason, one veteran lefty seems to have a spot sewn up. The O’s just need to make sure they don’t move him out of his comfort zone.

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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.

Andrew Kittredge News / Camden Chat / November 6

Andrew Kittredge left for three months and landed the Orioles an exciting prospect

If a player on a losing team gets traded at the deadline, but is then required three months later, were they ever really traded at all? Well, yeah, but getting them back makes the whole deal look like an absolute steal.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / November 6

Orioles news: Option, qualifying offer decisions

Hello, friends. There are now 140 days remaining until Orioles Opening Day 2026. We will get a bit more clarity today on the shape of the free agent market, as today is the deadline for teams and players with contract options to make decisions about those options.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 5

Baltimore Orioles sign veteran outfielder to one-year deal

The Baltimore Orioles are adding more depth to their outfield with this free agency signing. It was first reported on Wednesday evening by MLB insider Mike Rodriguez that the Orioles are signing veteran outfielder Leody Taveras to a one-year, $2 million deal to bolster their outfield.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / November 5

Report: Orioles are signing outfielder Leody Tavares

Free agent outfielder Leody Tavares is signing with the Orioles on a one-year, $2 million contract, according to reports by the New York Post’s Jon Heyman and Mike Rodriguez, a Spanish broadcaster.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 5

Baltimore Orioles claim young reliever from Marlins

The Baltimore Orioles have added some additional bullpen depth, claiming right-hander George Soriano off waivers from the Miami Marlins. Soriano, 26, appeared in 24 games for Miami in 2025, pitching to an 8.35 ERA across 35.2 innings.

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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.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 5

Orioles claim right-hander off waivers from Marlins

The Orioles announced that they have claimed right-hander George Soriano off waivers from the Marlins. Outfielder Daniel Johnson has been designated for assignment as the corresponding move.

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Stephen Vogt News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 5

Stephen Vogt speaks out on new Orioles manager

The Baltimore Orioles officially have their new manager in Craig Albernaz. While the announcement came as a surprise as Albernaz's name hadn't been mentioned in any rumors prior to his hiring on October 26, the move has been widely lauded by insiders and fellow managers across baseball.

Craig Albernaz News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 5

Craig Albernaz gives his thoughts on Orioles roster

It's the dawn of a new era for the Baltimore Orioles, as Craig Albernaz was officially introduced as the franchise's 21st manager on November 4. It would be tough for Albernaz to do anything wrong in the eyes of Orioles fans right now.

Kyle Bradish News / Camden Chat / November 5

Kyle Bradish’s 2025 cameo exceed all expectations

For this writer, the lowest point of the 2024 season was hearing the news that Kyle Bradish needed Tommy John surgery and would be out for the rest of the season.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 5

Baltimore Orioles lose two more coaches to Tigers

The major shakeup of the Baltimore Orioles' coaching staff continues. It was first reported on Tuesday by Cody Stavenhagen and Britt Ghiroli of The Athletic that Orioles' hitting coach Cody Asche and first base coach Anthony Sanders will be joining the Detroit Tigers' coaching staff for the 2026 season.

Andrew Kittredge News / Last Word On Sports / November 4

Orioles Receive Andrew Kittredge For Second Stint With Team

The Baltimore Orioles acquired right-handed reliever Andrew Kittredge from the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday in exchange for cash considerations. Baltimore’s trade reunited them with a key piece of their bullpen as they seek to reinforce their arm staff following a poor 2025 outing.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 4

Orioles owner sends clear 5-word message on free agency spending plans

There is a lot of optimism swirling around the Baltimore Orioles' organization right now. This is largely owed to the team's hiring of Craig Albernaz to be their next manager, which is a move that has gotten rave reviews from the baseball community, despite Albernaz not having any experience as a MLB manager.

Jorge Mateo News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 3

Tyler O’Neill declines opt-out, Orioles decline Jorge Mateo’s club option

Outfielder Tyler O’Neill is staying in Baltimore. He could have opted out of the final two years of his contract, walking away from $33MM, but Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Banner reports that he will forgo that chance and stay with the Orioles.

Rico Garcia News / Last Word On Sports / October 31

Who Is Rico Garcia, The Orioles’ First Offseason Signing

The Baltimore Orioles announced the re-signing of bullpen pitcher Rico Garcia to their staff on Thursday. The deal, first reported by The Baltimore Sun, is for the 2026 season and valued at $900,000.

Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / October 30

Four Pitchers the Orioles Could Trade For During the Offseason

It’s no secret that the Baltimore Orioles need a better rotation for the 2026 season. The team held the fifth-worst ERA, fourth-worst WHIP, and fifth-worst OBA in the majors this season.

Baltimore Orioles News / Athlon Sports / October 29

After Hiring a Manager, the Orioles Need To Buy Outs

The Orioles hired Craig Albernaz to take over a team loaded with talented hitters that underachieved last year. Albernaz was the first step in what needs to be a very busy offseason for the Orioles front office.

Baltimore Orioles News / Athlon Sports / October 27

What Craig Albernaz’s Hiring Means for the Orioles’ Future

The Orioles underperformed significantly in 2025 - that was no secret. Mike Elias' team opened with Brandon Hyde at the helm, but Hyde was canned in May, being replaced by Tony Mansolino as interim manager.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 26

Why Orioles hiring Craig Albernaz as next manager is good

Why Orioles hiring Craig Albernaz as next manager may be a good choice

The Baltimore Orioles are reportedly close to hiring their next manager, and he may be the right guy for the underachieving club.

Three potential Bryce Harper trade destinations as Phillies rumors swirl

Harper 'really hurt' by trade buzz caused by Dave Dombrowski comments

Dodgers need more from these three stars in the World Series

Two players will get World Series rings no matter which teams wins

Questions facing Tigers this offseason

Baltimore Orioles News / Total Apex Sports / October 26

The Baltimore Orioles Have Found Their Next Manager

After months of watching Tony Mansolino try to piece together this train wreck of a season, the Orioles have finally made their move. And surprise, surprise—they’re not going with the interim guy who somehow managed to keep this team from completely imploding.