Mike Elias: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / January 29

'I’ll Be Shocked If He’s Not An Oriole' – MLB Analyst Sees Mike Elias the Reason For Framber Valdez To Sign In Baltimore

Framber Valdez is the top free agent remaining on the market despite going into the offseason as arguably the best starting pitcher available. The controversial incident involving the Houston Astros catcher last year may have lowered his stock.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / January 15

Orioles news: 2026 international signings announced

The Orioles kicked off another year’s international amateur signing period with some of their most high-end investments in signing bonuses yet. The 2026

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / January 12

Calling the Pen: Orioles’ Elias has done his part to restore hope

Hope springs eternal is a phrase that greets each new baseball season. It reflects the optimism that accompanies spring training and Opening Day. It’s not enough, though, to just hope things will be better.

Cleveland Guardians News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / January 10

Orioles predicted to sign high-risk former Red Sox pitcher

Despite all the great moves they've already made to improve their roster this offseason, it would seem that Mike Elias and the rest of the Baltimore Orioles' front office are still set on signing a frontline starting pitcher in free agency.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / January 5

Has an active offseason cooled Mike Elias’ hot seat?

The 2026 season is going to be a crucial one for the Baltimore Orioles. This team is supposed to be in the midst of their competitive “window.” Their homegrown core of position players are multiple years into their major league careers, and things should be clicking by now.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / January 3

Peter Schmuck: Are the Orioles a strong playoff contender? Not yet.

Now that Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias has fleshed out the starting rotation, added significant pop to the lineup and might still have an ace up his sleeve, it’s okay to start getting excited about the start of spring training six weeks from now.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 31

Orioles’ additions should also help clubhouse chemistry

After a feverish two months, Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias hopes that the 87-loss team of 2025 is quickly forgotten once the 2026 season gets underway.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 20

Orioles pitcher Shane Baz’s ace-caliber ceiling gets full support from Mike Elias

The Baltimore Orioles continue reshaping their roster, and confidence inside the front office appears strong. As the organization evaluates its starting rotation and maps out offseason priorities, president of baseball operations Mike Elias made it clear he believes Shane Baz can anchor the staff.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 20

Orioles' Mike Elias gives stance on Coby Mayo

The Baltimore Orioles landed some major star power at the first base position when they signed Pete Alonso to a five-year, $155 million deal last week.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 12

Mike Elias reveals why Orioles appealed to Pete Alonso

Mike Elias pulled off the biggest free agency signing of his tenure with the Baltimore Orioles when he brought longtime Mets slugger Pete Alonso to the team on a five-year, $155 million deal earlier this week.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 11

Orioles’ Mike Elias hints at what’s next after signing Pete Alonso

Baltimore Orioles owner David Rubenstein initially represented the false hope that had eroded fans for decades. Following a passive winter and dispiriting 2025 campaign, the billionaire Birds boss is doing his part to move the franchise forward.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / December 10

It’s time for Mike Elias to deliver the full package

Mike Elias deserves credit for taking the 2018 Orioles and turning them into a playoff team. He drafted well, hired a solid manager for a rebuilding squad, and injected talent into the organization without spending in free agency.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / December 3

Five GMs on the hot seat entering the 2026 MLB season

Let's take a look at five GMs who may be on the hot seat entering the 2026 season.

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Mets begin rebuild of bullpen by signing Devin Williams

Two most likely landing spots for Pete Alonso are revealed

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Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 28

Mike Elias says Orioles looking for 'experienced ninth-inning guy'

Baltimore quickly went to work on its bullpen when the offseason got underway, adding Andrew Kittredge in a trade with the Cubs. The veteran righty would likely be the club’s closer if the season started today, but president of baseball operations Mike Elias still has plenty of time to add to the bullpen.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 22

Orioles' Mike Elias speaks out on shocking Grayson Rodriguez trade

Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias held a video conference with reporters on Friday to discuss the major one-for-one swap earlier this week that sent Grayson Rodriguez to the Angels in exchange for Taylor Ward.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 18

Orioles' Mike Elias must get 'uncomfortable' to land top free agent, says ex-GM

It's no secret that the Baltimore Orioles' ownership and front office are not satisfied with the team's mediocre 2025 season and are willing to pull out all the stops to ensure the club is more competitive once 2026 rolls around.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 13

Orioles pursuing prominent pitching upgrades, open to signing qualifying offer recipients

On the heels of a disappointing 2025 season, Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias is striking a much more aggressive tone in his early media appearances this offseason than last.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 13

Mike Elias reveals Orioles' offseason wish list

Baltimore Orioles' president of baseball operations Mike Elias met with the media on Wednesday during day two of the 2025 MLB Winter GM Meetings in Las Vegas.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 10

Insider issues Orioles' Mike Elias hot seat warning before free agency

The Baltimore Orioles got off to a great start to this MLB offseason when they hired Craig Albernaz to be their next manager. While Albernaz has zero experience

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / October 27

Mike Elias reveals why Orioles chose Craig Albernaz for manager job

Baltimore Orioles fans are surely well aware by now that their front office hired Craig Albernaz to be the team's next manager, which was first announced on October 27.

Baltimore Orioles News / Field Level Media / October 27

Orioles hire Craig Albernaz as manager

Craig Albernaz became a first-time manager with the Baltimore Orioles on Monday after 11 seasons as an assistant coach. Albernaz, who turns 43 on Thursday, was the Cleveland Guardians' associate manager this season after serving as bench coach for 2024.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 29

Orioles PBO Mike Elias discusses Orioles rotation, roster

Baltimore Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias spoke to the media Monday, just after the club wrapped up a disappointing 2025 season.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / August 4

Orioles’ Vision for 2026 Unclear Following Sell-Off

This trade deadline was a tough one to stomach for the Baltimore Orioles. After an arduous rebuild, they weren’t supposed to already be back in last place in the AL East.