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Orioles Believed To Have Made Nine-Figure Offer To Ranger Suárez

The Orioles were among the teams most frequently tied to Ranger Suárez before the southpaw signed a five-year deal with the Red Sox. He commanded a $130MM guarantee to slot behind Garrett Crochet in the Boston rotation.

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What do you expect from Ryan Helsley this year?

The last time the Orioles were in need of a closer in free agency before this past offseason, they signed Craig Kimbrel, who was once quite good but had his most recent season before that end in a memorable disaster.

Zach Eflin News / Camden Chat / March 6

What’s the ceiling on a healthy Zach Eflin?

For most of 2025, Zach Eflin was just not himself. The effort was undeniable. But something was badly, visibly wrong. In 14 starts, he went 6–5 with a 5.93 ERA, a 1.42 WHIP, and a K:BB ratio of 50:13 across just 71⅓ innings.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz

The 'Active 100-RBI MLB season leaders' quiz

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

Brandon Hyde News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / March 6

Hyde sees Orioles for 1st time since firing: ‘It’s a weird feeling’

PORT CHARLOTTE, Florida–A familiar face in an unfamiliar uniform walked over to a group of reporters who cover the Orioles and talked to them for the first time since he was fired last May 17th.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / March 5

Vance Honeycutt putting himself back on Orioles prospect map

Baltimore Orioles outfield prospect Vance Honeycutt has been one of the biggest surprises of spring training.

Five most impactful injuries heading into Opening Day

Orioles have a Gunnar Henderson contract problem

Orioles RHP Andrew Kittredge (shoulder) likely to miss Opening Day

Orioles Shuffle Bullpen In Wake Of New Injuries

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / March 5

Eflin makes strong 1st start in Orioles’ 4-3 win over Rays; Kittredge unconcerned about shoulder inflammation

PORT CHARLOTTE, Florida–What’s happening? Zach Eflin made his spring training debut, throwing 2 1/3 scoreless innings in the Orioles’ 4-3 win over the Tampa Bay Rays before 3,305 at Charlotte Sports Park on Thursday.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / March 5

Peter Schmuck: Save the angst for later … Orioles are OK

A very good friend of mine, who happens to be a former Maryland legislator, just got back from a visit to spring training and called me to tell me how bad the Orioles look right now.

Andrew Kittredge News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 5

Orioles’ Andrew Kittredge Provides an Update on His Injury

It's getting increasingly likely that the Baltimore Orioles will be without one of their top relief pitchers when Opening Day arrives. Speaking with reporters

Pete Alonso News / Total Pro Sports / March 5

'We Need To Lock In' – Pete Alonso Feels Baltimore Orioles Energy Is Not Enough

Pete Alonso signed with the Baltimore Orioles in one of the most surprising free-agent deals of the offseason. Alonso secured a five-year, $155 million contract.

Colton Cowser News / Camden Chat / March 5

What do you expect from Colton Cowser this year?

Five years after the Orioles drafted Colton Cowser with the #5 overall pick, he remains a frustrating enigma. Who is the real Cowser? Is he the player who provided power, defense, and positive vibes during his AL Rookie of the Year runner-up performance in 2024?

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / March 5

Orioles news: Kittredge out for Opening Day, Wells stepping up

Hello, friends. There are now three weeks remaining until Orioles Opening Day. Between now and March 23 are more exhibition games that will hopefully help the team set a successful roster.

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The 'NFL year-by-year sack leaders' quiz

The 'Active NFL carries leaders' quiz

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

Baltimore Orioles News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 4

Orioles' First-Round Pick Continues Red-Hot Spring With Fourth Home Run

One of the Baltimore Orioles' recent top draft picks is on an absolute tear so far in spring training. Vance Honeycutt, MLB Pipeline's No. 15 prospect for Baltimore in 2025, crushed his fourth home run of the spring in the Orioles' 4-2 loss against the Houston Astros on Wednesday.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / March 4

Wells goes to the bullpen; Baz throws 3 innings in Orioles’ 4-2 loss to Astros; Honeycutt homers again

SARASOTA–What’s happening? Three weeks into spring training, the Orioles’ bullpen is in a state of flux. Manager Craig Albernaz revealed that Andrew Kittredge, who’d been counted on as a key back-end option, is unlikely to be ready to start the season on March 26th because of right shoulder inflammation.

Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / March 4

Orioles Shuffle Bullpen In Wake Of New Injuries

The Baltimore Orioles are placing pitcher Tyler Wells in the bullpen following the injury to reliever Andrew Kittredge. New manager Craig Albernaz told reporters on Wednesday morning that Kittredge is suffering from right shoulder inflammation.

Andrew Kittredge News / Field Level Media / March 4

Orioles RHP Andrew Kittredge (shoulder) likely to miss Opening Day

Veteran Orioles reliever Andrew Kittredge has a "low probability" of being available for the start of the season due to right shoulder inflammation, Baltimore manager Craig Albernaz told reporters Wednesday morning.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / March 4

Orioles have a Gunnar Henderson contract problem

Henderson is quickly emerging as the backbone of the organization, and the Orioles will soon face a decision that could shape the direction of the franchise over the course of the next 10 years.

The 'No. 1 MLB Draft picks' quiz

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 4

Scott Boras Reveals How He Sold Pete Alonso on Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles made one of the biggest splashes in free agency when they signed Pete Alonso to a five-year, $155 million deal back in December. Alonso is represented by the notorious Scott Boras, who was clearly keen on his client joining the Orioles.

Pete Alonso News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 3

Pete Alonso makes feelings 100% clear on Orioles

For the first time in his MLB career, Pete Alonso will run onto the field on Opening Day for a team other than the New York Mets, having signed a five-year, $155 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles last December.

Coby Mayo News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 1

How Orioles’ Coby Mayo fell victim to ‘unexpected prank’ at spring training

The vibes are immaculate for the Baltimore Orioles in the early going of Spring Training, as they have a new and improved roster that’s looking to redeem the team from their disappointing 2025 campaign.

Gunnar Henderson News / Athlon Sports / February 28

Gunnar Henderson's Bold 2026 Plan Will Help Orioles Improve in Key Area

Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson is looking to help his team return to the postseason in 2026. The O's had lofty expectations for 2025 after their strong 2024 campaign, but Baltimore failed to make the playoffs last year.

Jackson Holliday News / Athlon Sports / February 28

Orioles’ Jackson Holliday Shares Injury Update at Spring Training

The Baltimore Orioles made headlines this offseason for acquiring established veterans like first basemanPete Alonso and outfielder Taylor Ward, but they still need second baseman Jackson Holliday to play to his potential.

Samuel Basallo News / Last Word On Sports / February 27

Orioles Prized Rookie Samuel Basallo Reportedly Avoids Major Injury

The Baltimore Orioles escaped disaster on Thursday after top prospect Samuel Basallo was pulled from a spring training game. The eighth-ranked prospect in all of baseball told reporters on Friday morning that he felt “fine” and that he should get back into games this weekend.

Ryan Helsley News / Yardbarker / February 24

Ryan Helsley has new weapon with Orioles

Helsley had a disastrous end to the 2025 season during his time with the New York Mets. A new pitch could help him avoid the same fate with the Baltimore Orioles.

Mets legend Darryl Strawberry shares warning for Pete Alonso about joining Orioles

How Pete Alonso can impact the Orioles' young core

Orioles Sign Thairo Estrada To Minor League Deal

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

Jackson Holliday News / Athlon Sports / February 23

Orioles' Jackson Holliday Reacts to Injury Update on Monday

Baltimore Orioles infielder Jackson Holliday is currently recovering from a broken hamate bone in his hand. On Monday, the former top prospect received an encouraging injury update.

Baltimore Orioles News / EasySportz / February 21

Orioles’ Spring Victory Highlights Power Hitting and Elite Pitching

A familiar formula carried into a new spring for the Baltimore Orioles: timely power and overpowering pitching. Pete Alonso hit a two-run homer and six pitchers combined on a three-hit shutout as Baltimore opened Grapefruit League play with a 2-0 victory over the New York Yankees on Friday at Ed Smith Stadium.