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The Orioles have claimed outfielder Will Robertson off waivers from the Pirates, according to Jake Rill of MLB.com. The O’s have also claimed catcher Drew Romo off waivers from the Rockies.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / September 29

Orioles president provides Heston Kjerstad update

While the Baltimore Orioles turn their attention to the search for a manager and general manager, they also provided some clarity on the status of a former top prospect heading into 2026.

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.

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The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

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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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

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.

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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 / Baltimore Orioles on SI / September 7, 2024

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.

Orioles have plenty of pieces left after Trevor Rogers trade

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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.

Watch: Yankees pitcher plunks Orioles OF in the head, leading to nasty bench-clearing brawl

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Baltimore Orioles News / Fastball on SI / July 13, 2024

Baltimore Orioles' Heston Kjerstad Back in Lineup After Getting Drilled in Head

The Baltimore Orioles' beef with the New York Yankees reached a boiling point Friday night, but it seems like a disaster was narrowly averted. Yankees closer Clay Holmes took the mound in the ninth inning of a three-run game, looking to earn a save in the pouring rain.

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.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / July 6, 2024

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Baltimore Orioles News / Field Level Media / June 24, 2024

Orioles recall prospect OF Heston Kjerstad

The Baltimore Orioles recalled their No. 4 prospect, outfielder Heston Kjerstad, from Triple-A Norfolk on Monday and designated infielder Nick Maton for assignment.