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Orioles’ injury update on Helsley, Bautista, Robert, Franklin, O’Neill; Watching Bradish’s innings; O’s-Guardians lineups

Left-hander reliever Keegan Akin, who had Tommy John surgery in July, and first baseman/designated hitter Ryan Mountcastle are spending the Cleveland series with the Orioles.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / September 1

Orioles make multiple roster moves, adding Robert, Kjerstad, De León, Suárez, moving Franklin to IL

DENVER—The Orioles made a bevy of moves ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Rockies as rosters expanded to 28 players. Outfielder Luis Robert Jr., who was claimed off waivers from the New York Mets on Monday, was activated.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 4

Orioles Activate Christian Franklin For MLB Debut

The Orioles announced that left-hander Cade Povich has been recalled Triple-A Norfolk. Catcher Carlos Narváez and outfielder Christian Franklin, both acquired in trades yesterday, have been activated to the active roster.

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The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB players to reach 100 hits in at least eight different seasons can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 3,000-hit club' quiz

The '2026 HR leaders by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most MLB Playoff-RBIs' quiz

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 3

Nationals Trade Top Prospect Christian Franklin to Orioles, Land Another Pitcher

The headlining moves for the Washington Nationals ahead of the trade deadline was their decision to send Curtis Mead to the Boston Red Sox, Luis Garcia Jr.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3

Orioles To Acquire Christian Franklin

The Orioles are trading for minor league outfielder Christian Franklin from the Nationals, first reported by Andy Kostka of the Baltimore Banner. Baltimore is sending righty Joe Glassey back to Washington, per Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 9

This Prospect 'Has the Most Value' Out of All the Nationals Triple-A Outfielders

If the Washington Nationals are going to add pieces to their major league roster to help them make a push for the playoffs this year, then they will have to ship out some of their top 30 prospects.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / November 18

Washington Nationals add three players to the 40 man roster to protect them from Rule 5 Draft

The deadline to add players to the 40-man roster in order to protect them from the Rule 5 Draft is today. Paul Toboni had a few interesting decisions to make, but in the end he added three players to the 40-man roster.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / November 7

Where Does Christian Franklin Fit Into The Picture Of The 2026 Washington Nationals?

The Nationals have a glut of outfielders who are currently in the major leagues, such as James Wood, Dylan Crews, and Jacob Young, and more that will be arriving soon, such as Christian Franklin and Andrew Pinckney.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / September 2, 2025

Nationals Prospects: Christian Franklin deserves a shot in the MLB

While the Washington Nationals have plenty of options in the outfield, the quality has not necessarily been there. Center field has become particularly problematic, with Robert Hassell III and Jacob Young really struggling with the bat.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / August 8, 2025

A few players the Washington Nationals need to give a chance

As this miserable 2025 season slowly drags towards its conclusion, it should be time to get some looks at younger players. The season is lost, so it is time to give some players a shot at the big leagues and see if they can show anything.