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Orioles' Pete Alonso Puts MLB on Notice With Offensive Surge

Pete Alonso’s first year with the Baltimore Orioles was perhaps flying under the radar – until now. After a torrid stretch at the plate that saw Alonso collect 12 hits in 22 at-bats, the Polar Bear was named the American League Player of the Week from August 10 to August 16.

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Orioles vs. Rays discussion

The Orioles will play the fourth and final game of the series tonight in Tampa Bay. Wrap-around weekend series are rare these days. So are four-game sweeps of first place teams.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / August 17

Which injured Orioles return will provide the biggest boost?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Orioles fans and fans across the country.

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The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz

The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / August 17

One middling AL team is going to make the playoffs. It might as well be the Orioles

Despite selling at the deadline, battling key injuries for months, and treading water all season long, the Orioles find themselves in sole possession of a playoff spot with less than a quarter of the schedule left to play.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / August 17

Peter Schmuck: Inquiring minds want to know what has come over the Orioles

If you’re like me, you were getting very close to throwing in the towel when the Orioles stumbled over the beatable Rangers and Twins ahead of their current 10-game stretch against the Tampa Bay Rays and New York Yankees.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 17

Now in playoff position, Orioles out for 4-game road sweep of Rays

Tampa native Pete Alonso has returned home in Baltimore Orioles colors and tormented his hometown club. The slugging first baseman and his resurgent teammates

Samuel Basallo News / Camden Chat / August 17

Orioles minor league recap 8/17: A rehabbing Basallo drives in three in a Tides win

The Tides went to the bottom of the ninth tied 8-8, but rallied for the game-winner in the ninth. Ryan Noda walked, advanced to third on a pair of ground balls, and scored on a sac fly by Bryan Ramos.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / August 17

Orioles news: The O’s are in a wild card spot

Good morning, Camden Chatters. This is not a drill. As we wake up this morning, your Baltimore Orioles are currently in playoff position. In a turn of events that would’ve been nearly impossible to believe just three days ago, the O’s have claimed a half-game lead for the third and final AL wild card spot.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 17

2026 MLB Daily Recap: Orioles Move Into WC Spot, Brewers Take Series in LA

The American League Wild Card race took another turn on August 16. Baltimore, a hot team right now, won again against the Rays, moving to 61-63 on the season.

Pete Alonso News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / August 17

The Orioles Might Need Pete Alonso To Carry Them To The Playoffs. Lately He Seems Up For It

If the Baltimore Orioles are going to continue their a suddenly-improbable form, and do something in October, Pete Alonso is probably going to have to perform at an MVP level.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Brandon Young News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / August 17

Checking in with Orioles starter Brandon Young

Brandon Young is scheduled to make his next Orioles start on Monday night against the Tampa Bay Rays as the Orioles look for a four-game sweep. Young has a 9-3 record and a 3.33 ERA.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / August 16

Orioles in playoff spot for first time since April — but will it last?

The race for the third wild-card spot in the American League is turning into a complete free-for-all.

Orioles post 7-run inning, top Rays

The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

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The 'Rookie passing leader by team' quiz

The '2008 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

The 'Last 200-yard rusher by team' quiz

The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

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.

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.

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.

Jackson Holliday News / Viral Sports News / August 15

Baltimore Orioles Make Decision on Struggling Jackson Holliday

The Baltimore Orioles opened their series against the Tampa Bay Rays with a hard-fought 6-5 win on Friday and now turn their attention to the second contest of the three-game set.

Gunnar Henderson News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / August 14

Orioles Finally Drop Gunnar Henderson In Lineup And He Carries Offense To Win At Tampa

For months, anyone who understood baseball and had seen Gunnar Henderson at his best and cared about Orioles baseball, was screaming for the overmatched skipper in their dugout to drop him in the lineup.

Baltimore Orioles 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 / Trade Talk Sports / August 7

Insider Believes Gunnar Henderson Could Be Next to Leave Baltimore

The Baltimore Orioles were said to be contemplating shaking up the core of their roster, and trading Adley Rutschman to the division-rival Boston Red Sox confirmed that to be true.

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.