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On YouTubeBaltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / June 13
NL East Powerhouse Listed as Potential Trade Partner for Orioles Star Closer
Even though the Baltimore Orioles went on a little bit of a run, they are still in last place in the American League East. Becoming a seller seems like their future course of action.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / June 11
Proposed Orioles Trade Sends Flamethrowing All-Star Closer To Dodgers
The Baltimore Orioles have not had the season they had hoped for, and that could now mean they must sell at this year's deadline. Though they have actually been playing a bit better as of late, the Orioles have a long ways to go before they should be considered Wild Card contenders.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 3
Three relievers Phillies should consider at MLB trade deadline
As June begins, it's evident that the Phillies bullpen could use some help.
The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz
How many of the players in second place on each franchise's all-time home runs leaders list can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / May 20
The Cubs Should Trade for Felix Bautista Now
With the Chicago Cubs blowing a save opportunity in Monday night’s matchup against the Miami Marlins, it’s clear that their bullpen could use a little help.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / April 1
Orioles Top Reliever Reclaims All-Star Form in Return to Regular Season Action
Back in 2023, the Baltimore Orioles had the luxury of knowing if they could hold a lead late into the game, they were almost guaranteed a victory. At the back end of their bullpen was arguably the most intimidating closer in the game: Felix Bautista.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 29
Return of Orioles Superstar Closer Gave His Teammate Goosebumps
Throughout the spring, the Baltimore Orioles were careful not to put too much pressure on the impending return of Felix Bautista. Coming off Tommy John
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 24
Orioles Star Reliever Worked on New Cutter During Injury Recovery
Dealing with a major injury like an elbow reconstruction can leave players with an abundance of free time to experiment with different grips and the feel of the baseball.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 23
Orioles All-Star Closer Will Make Opening Day Roster in Return From Injury
The Baltimore Orioles spent all offseason hoping that superstar closer Felix Bautista would be ready for Opening Day in his return from the elbow injury and Tommy John surgery that cost him the end of the 2023 campaign and all of 2024.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 21
Orioles Not Confident Star Slugger, Shutdown Closer Will Make Opening Day Roster
The Baltimore Orioles know their opponent for Opening Day on March 27. They'll be facing the Toronto Blue Jays in an early division battle that could get one of these teams off to a strong start in the AL East race by putting together a good showing.
MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 18
Former Baltimore Orioles Flop Signs Deal With NL Powerhouse Atlanta Braves
When Felix Bautista underwent Tommy John surgery in 2023, the Baltimore Orioles knew they needed to address their bullpen for the 2024 season. Without one of the best closers in the sport, ensuring they had a viable option to finish games for them became a top priority for Mike Elias.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 11
Baltimore Orioles Closer Finds More Velocity in Latest Spring Training Game
Felix Bautista is on the long road back, but the most important thing for the Baltimore Orioles closer is that he looks healthy, his velocity is near his career averages and he doesn’t have any unnecessary soreness after outings.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 3
Watch: Baltimore Orioles Star Reliever Dominates Red Sox in Return to Mound
The Baltimore Orioles saw their star closer return to the mound for the first time in nearly two years on Monday afternoon, and the results were about as good as they could have hoped for.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 2
Baltimore Orioles Skipper Reveals When Superstar Closer Will Make Spring Debut
The feeling is different surrounding the Baltimore Orioles' bullpen this year. A lot of that has to do with the return of Felix Bautista after he missed the last few months of the regular season in 2023 and the entire 2024 campaign because of Tommy John surgery.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 1
Returning Baltimore Orioles Star Left Out of Top 10 Reliever Rankings
The Baltimore Orioles were without their star closer last year, and his absence was felt in a major way. Can he now come back and re-establish himself as one of the best in the league?
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / February 25
Baltimore Orioles Dynamic Back-End Relief Duo Ready for Long-Awaited Reunion
Felix Bautista is getting closer to making his return to the mound for the Baltimore Orioles. The elite closer, who won the Mariano Rivera Reliever of the Year Award in 2023 even after damaging his UCL in August and later undergoing Tommy John surgery, is a major piece to the puzzle for this team's chances to win a World Series.
Baltimore Orioles News / Fastball on SI / February 14
Baltimore Orioles All-Star Closer Gives Excellent Injury Update as Comeback Effort Continues
Speaking with the media on Friday morning, Baltimore Orioles All-Star closer Felix Bautista delivered a solid update as he recovers from Tommy John surgery that cost him the entire 2024 season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 23
10 MLB players expected to return in 2025 who fans may have forgotten about
Injuries to big name players crushed the hopes and dreams of many MLB franchises in 2024. Many notable players who sat out in 2024 are expected back for 2025. Here are 10 that fans may have forgotten about.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 13
Should Baltimore Orioles Pursue Red-Hot Reliever To Boost Bullpen?
The Baltimore Orioles had one clear deficiency in 2024 and it was their bullpen. They brought in Craig Kimbrel to fill the closer role in the absence of Felix Bautista, but after a 5.33 ERA the veteran was later designated for assignment and released.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 3
Baltimore Orioles Named Best Fit For Prized Free Agent Flamethrower
The Baltimore Orioles have failed their many attempts to upgrade the bullpen over the past year, but could change that luck by bringing in an elite reliever in free agency.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / October 28
Baltimore Orioles Considered Best Fit for New York Yankees All-Star Closer
The Baltimore Orioles bullpen was never going to be elite after Felix Bautista was injured over a year ago. When Bautista went down, the Orioles attempted to replace him with Craig Kimbrel.
Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / October 4
Orioles are young, talented and will return to postseason soon
The Baltimore Orioles need their youth movement to turn into a mid-20s movement.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / September 5
Baltimore Orioles Veteran Named Team's 'Worst' Bang-for-Buck Player
Considering all of the injuries the Baltimore Orioles have dealt with this year, it's impressive that they're in first place in the American League East.
Baltimore Orioles News / Field Level Media / February 10, 2024
Orioles All-Star closer Felix Bautista undergoes two procedures
Baltimore Orioles All-Star closer Felix Bautista underwent two procedures on his pitching elbow Friday, but the club said it won't hinder his projected 2025 return from Tommy John surgery.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 9, 2024
All-MLB reliever has follow-up procedure, team updates return timeline
Through his first two seasons, he has made 121 appearances with a tiny 1.85 earned runs allowed per nine innings. His 10 percent walk rate is a tad high but he’s paired that with a massive 40.4 percent strikeout rate, racking up 48 saves in the process.
Baltimore Orioles News / Fastball on SI / January 16, 2024
Baltimore Orioles' Closer Sets Lofty Goal For 2024 Season
While highly unlikely, Baltimore Orioles' All-Star closer Felix Bautista says he'd love to make it back by the end of the regular season in 2024. He underwent Tommy John surgery at the end of 2023, missing the entire O's playoff run.
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