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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.

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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.

Coby Mayo News / Camden Chat / July 31

Coby Mayo is authoring a promising second act

Here, in a season that’s been confusing and frustrating, are a few candidates for “Orioles Low Point of 2026”: May 20, when a blown 3-1 eighth-inning lead against the Rays (lost 5-3) dropped the O’s to 21-29, eight games under .500 — their worst mark of the season at that point.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / July 31

Orioles minor league recap 7/31: Noda goes deep, Baysox drop a barn burner

Ryan Noda hit a solo homer in the fifth inning to give the Tides their only run of the game. Noda added a double to notch Norfolk’s only multi-hit game.

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Jake Rogers News / Camden Chat / July 31

Orioles news: A pivotal Phillies series, Jake Rogers acquired

Good morning, Camden Chatters. It feels like I’ve started every Bird Droppings article for the past few weeks by writing, Folks, it’s make or break time for the Orioles.

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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.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / July 31

Should the Orioles Buy or Sell? The Case Is Becoming Clear

With each passing day it’s become more clear – regardless of what happens on the field – what Orioles baseball boss Mike Elias is planning to do. The plan

Baltimore Orioles News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Orioles Acquire Catching Depth Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Baltimore Orioles are not expected to be buyers at this year's MLB trade deadline. But on Thursday, they made an interesting move to acquire some catching depth from the Detroit Tigers.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / July 30

Three Trades That Make Too Much Sense for the Orioles

The Orioles are becoming the hottest team in MLB in the trade rumor department as a true seller, like we told you would be the case all along. Once again, baseball operations failure Mike Elias tried to sell tickets by gaslighting you about his product and his intentions with it back in June, like he did throughout 2025 before selling en masse .

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 30

Orioles acquire slumping Tigers catcher for Wild Card push

The Baltimore Orioles are one of several teams that are expected to make some moves before the August 3 trade deadline. However, the club finds itself in an odd position, as the team is technically in the hunt for a Wild Card spot but appears to be just on the outside looking in.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 30

Stacking wins an issue for both Orioles, Phillies

Momentum has been hard to come by for the Baltimore Orioles and Philadelphia Phillies in the past week-and-a-half. Their next chance to generate consistency comes Friday night when the teams begin a three-game series in Baltimore.

Jackson Holliday News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 30

Orioles rumors: Will Baltimore shock MLB world with Jackson Holliday trade?

The trade deadline is just days away, and rumors peg the Baltimore Orioles as sellers. With the club said to be unhappy with the lack of success from its young core, the front office may consider shaking things up before August 3.

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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.

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.

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Adley Rutschman 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 / Field Level Media / July 29

Colton Cowser caps 7-run comeback as Orioles stun Tigers in 12

Jackson Holliday drove in three runs, Colton Cowser knocked in the winning run and the visiting Baltimore Orioles rallied from a seven-run deficit for a 10-9, 12-inning win, spoiling what may have been Tarik Skubal's last start as a Detroit Tiger on Wednesday.

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.

Baltimore Orioles News / Field Level Media / July 27

Coby Mayo leads Orioles past Tigers

Coby Mayo homered and drove in three runs as the visiting Baltimore Orioles powered past the Detroit Tigers, 8-5, on Monday. Leody Tavares and pinch-hitter Tyler O'Neill also homered, while Jackson Holliday supplied four hits and scored twice.

Pete Alonso News / Athlon Sports / July 27

Pete Alonso Assigns Blame After Orioles Loss

Pete Alonso didn't shy away from responsibility after the Baltimore Orioles suffered a heartbreaking 3-2 extra-inning loss to the Atlanta Braves on Sunday, taking full blame for a decisive baserunning mistake that ended Baltimore's best chance to win.

Sam Huff News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 27

Orioles Designate Sam Huff For Assignment

The Orioles have designated catcher Sam Huff for assignment, per a team announcement. Fellow catcher Yohel Pozo, whom they claimed off waivers from the Cardinals last week, has been recalled to take his spot on the roster.

Adley Rutschman News / Yardbarker / July 21

Orioles reportedly entertaining offers for catcher Adley Rutschman

If Rutschman officially does become available, several teams would be interested in him for his defensive value.

Orioles All-Star C Adley Rutschman (wrist) placed on IL

Red Sox focus on matching franchise-record win streak in rematch vs. Orioles

14 in a row: Red Sox down Orioles on Caleb Durbin homer

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Kyle Bradish News / Yardbarker / July 18

Orioles, RHP Kyle Bradish agree to five-year contract extension

The Baltimore Orioles have agreed to a five-year contract extension worth $90 million with right-handed starting pitcher Kyle Bradish from through 2031.

Orioles, RHP Kyle Bradish agree to 5-year extension

Orioles, Kyle Bradish Agree To Five-Year Extension

Yankees make expected Aaron Judge move official

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