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Lots of losses on the farm Cameron Weston pitched into the seventh inning, which is impressive. He gave up four runs, which is less so. He only gave up five hits, but the Jumbo Shrimp made the most of them.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / July 7

Five years later, the 2020 Orioles draft class hasn’t delivered as hoped

For starters, it’s looking like the Orioles should have traded Heston Kjerstad while he had prospect stock. The 2020 MLB Draft was always going to be a weird one.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / June 19

Former Baltimore Orioles Top Prospect Negatively Impacted Ability to Win

There hasn’t been a lot that has gone right for the Baltimore Orioles during the 2025 MLB regular season. A team that had legitimate hopes of contending this year currently finds itself in the cellar of the American League East with a record of 31-41 entering play on June 18.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / June 11

Orioles Teammates Get Brutally Honest About Heston Kjerstad's Struggles

2025 has been an eye-opening year for the Baltimore Orioles. After enduring multiple seasons of losing during their teardown rebuild, it seemed like everything was coming up aces for the franchise when it came to the future of the organization.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / June 5

Could Orioles Unload Former 2nd-Overall Pick To Royals In Deadline Blockbuster?

As the Kansas City Royals search longingly for offensive help, the Baltimore Orioles look like a possible savior. The Orioles got off to a horrendous start to the season, though their recent winning surge has complicated things a bit.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / May 1

Will Heston Kjerstad's Bench-Clearing Incident Spark Turnaround for Orioles?

The Baltimore Orioles needed to respond in a major way on Wednesday. They were embarrassed for what felt like the umpteenth time in April on Tuesday, the second game of their important set against the AL East-leading New York Yankees.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Tensions Rise as Yankees and Orioles Benches Empty at Camden Yards

Benches cleared in the fourth inning Wednesday night when the Baltimore Orioles took exception to a collision at second base between New York Yankees second baseman Pablo Reyes and outfielder Heston Kjerstad.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30

Watch: Benches clear in Yankees-Orioles game

Benches cleared during a game between the Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Md., on Wednesday following a play at second base.

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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 19

Orioles outfielder exits vs. Reds with elbow injury

The Baltimore Orioles are attempting to weather the storm after a brutal start to the 2025 season. The Orioles fell to 8-11 after Friday’s loss to the Cincinnati Reds and the team is 4.5 games behind the first-place New York Yankees in the AL East entering play Saturday.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / April 1

Heston Kjerstad’s Time to Shine Is Now

In baseball, there’s no such thing as an injury happening at the “right time,” so naturally the Baltimore Orioles are going to be hurting a bit over the next six-to-eight weeks while star outfielder Colton Cowser is on the shelf.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / March 31

Former Orioles Top Prospect Gets Opportunity To Become Franchise's Newest Star

Sometimes, all players need is a chance, and when playing for the Baltimore Orioles on a roster that is loaded with star talent at virtually every position, it's hard to break through.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 10

This potential Royals-Orioles trade would make sense for both teams

As spring training marches on, the Kansas City Royals could still use another outfielder, and the Baltimore Orioles need a versatile pitcher as injuries stack up. Here's a swap they should consider.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Athlon Sports / February 15

Former Razorback Heston Kjerstad Poised for Breakout Season with Orioles

On the first day of Spring Training workouts at Ed Smith Stadium, Baltimore Orioles general manager Mike Elias made it clear: Heston Kjerstad has a prime opportunity to make the team’s Opening Day roster.

Baltimore Orioles News / Field Level Media / September 15

Orioles activate former top prospect Heston Kjerstad

The Baltimore Orioles activated outfielder Heston Kjerstad and right-handed reliever Jacob Webb from the injured list prior to Sunday's game at the Detroit Tigers.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / September 7

Baltimore Orioles Star Rookie Outfielder To Begin Rehab Assignment

The race is on to get Baltimore Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad ready for the final stretch of the regular season and the playoffs. MLB.com reported on Friday that Kjerstad would begin an injury rehab assignment with High-A Aberdeen on Saturday, one the team hopes will have the rookie ready to return sometime this month.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 1, 2024

Orioles option former first-round pick

The outfielder getting sent down is somewhat surprising in that he’s been performing well, but it’s also not surprising since it’s not the first time.

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Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 13, 2024

Orioles place outfielder on concussion IL after brawl-starting HBP

The injury stems from a scary incident in Friday’s 4-1 Orioles loss to the Yankees, as he was hit in the head by a Clay Holmes fastball in the bottom of the ninth.

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Baltimore Orioles News / 5 GOATs / July 13, 2024

Benches clear between Yankees-Orioles after Heston Kjerstad hit in head by pitch

Tempers flared in the ninth inning of Friday’s game between the Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees. O’s manager Brandon Hyde was clearly upset after Heston Kjerstad was hit by pitch, and the benches cleared after he walked toward the Yankee dugout.

Baltimore Orioles News / Total Apex Sports / July 9, 2024

Baltimore Orioles Top Prospect On Superb Run

Baltimore Orioles Center Fielder Heston Kjerstad is finding his footing in the big leagues over his last 10 games. The rookie is hitting .367 with three home runs and 12 RBI over his last 10 games.