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On YouTubeBaltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / December 9
Orioles’ Henderson to play for Team USA in World Baseball Classic; Notes on Basallo, Kremer 
ORLANDO–Gunnar Henderson will play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. Henderson was one of several major league stars to be named to the team on Tuesday.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8
Orioles president discusses payroll, offseason targets
The Orioles have made a few moves this offseason but are still looking for a big rotation upgrade and an impact bat. President of baseball operations Mike Elias spoke to the media Monday about the club’s offseason and was asked if the O’s had enough spending capacity to address both needs via free agency.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5
Orioles claim outfielder Will Robertson, catcher Drew Romo
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.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 17
Mike Elias sets record straight on Orioles' Adley Rutschman-Samuel Basallo situation
The Baltimore Orioles have made it clear that, despite opposing teams showing interest in acquiring Adley Rutschman via trade, they have no interest or intention in starting their star catcher.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
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.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 14
Baltimore Orioles star getting serious trade interest
The arrival of Baltimore Orioles' 2025 top prospect Samuel Basallo to the big leagues was extremely exciting for fans, as they had been hearing about what Basallo was doing in the minor leagues since the franchise signed him back in 2021.
Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / October 10
Samuel Basallo earned his MLB debut and a contract extension with another dominant season
Adley Rutschman, Gunnar Henderson, and Jackson Holliday were all named the top prospect in baseball at one point during their amature career. While the trio put together a historic run, Baltimore nearly added an unprecedented fourth top prospect this season.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / October 9
Samuel Basallo gets blunt about sharing Orioles catcher job with Adley Rutschman
The arrival of top prospect Samuel Basallo to the Baltimore Orioles' big league team in late August provided a jolt of optimism among what was an otherwise disappointing 2025 season.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / September 28
Orioles' breakout prospects earn International League honors
In a season largely lost to injuries and departing veterans, the Baltimore Orioles received late-season contributions from their two top prospects. Catcher/first baseman Samuel Basallo and outfielder Dylan Beavers were called up to the major leagues within a day of each other on August 16th and 17th.
Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / September 25
Orioles Rookie Report: The Kids Will Be Alright
Buried within the Baltimore Orioles’ lost 2025 season is a small glimmer of hope for their future: their two rookies. The team called up outfielder Dylan Beavers and catcher Samuel Basallo in August when their playoff hopes were mostly dashed.
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 / Baltimore Orioles on SI / September 25
Orioles can breathe sigh of relief after recent Samuel Basallo update
As if things haven’t gone poorly enough for the Baltimore Orioles during the 2025 season, they looked to have gotten a whole lot worse on Wednesday night against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / September 22
Orioles manager gets clear about Adley Rutschman, Samuel Basallo uncertainty
The Baltimore Orioles' decision to call up top prospect Samuel Basallo last month sent shockwaves throughout the team's fan community, given what it might mean regarding the future of Adley Rutschman.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / September 17
Orioles owner admits concern about Samuel Basallo contract extension
Back in August, 21-year-old rookie Samuel Basallo signed an eight-year, $67 million contract extension with the Baltimore Orioles, thus cementing him as a key piece in this team's future.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 9
Samuel Basallo gets another walk-off hit as O's top Pirates in 11
Samuel Basallo's bases-loaded single with no outs in the 11th inning drove in the winning run and the Baltimore Orioles topped the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates 3-2 on Tuesday night in the opener of a three-game series.
Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / September 6
Samuel Basallo’s Early Orioles Performance Shows Areas of Need for 2026
The Baltimore Orioles called up their top organizational prospect, catcher Samuel Basallo, in late August, just days before September roster expansions.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 5
Samuel Basallo's walk-off blast sends O's past skidding Dodgers
Baltimore rookie Samuel Basallo hit a walk-off solo homer with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning as the Orioles beat the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers 2-1 on Friday.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / August 31
Samuel Basallo explains reason for signing team-friendly Orioles contract
Baltimore Orioles former top prospect turned rookie catcher and first baseman Samuel Basallo signed an eight-year, $67 million contract extension with the team earlier this month.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 23
Orioles owner hints at more extensions after Samuel Basallo contract move
While 2025 has not gone to plan for the Baltimore Orioles, it’s clear that the team still has a very bright future. The majority of the starting lineup is homegrown and under contract for at least the next few seasons.
Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / August 23
Orioles' latest extension could spell doom for All-Star catcher
It's not a good day to be Adley Rutschman.
Baltimore Orioles News / Field Level Media / August 22
Reports: Samuel Basallo, Orioles reach 8-year, $67M extension
Top Baltimore Orioles prospect Samuel Basallo agreed to an eight-year, $67 million contract extension, multiple media outlets reported Friday. Basallo, who turned 21 on Aug.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 22
Orioles to lock up top catching prospect with historic extension
It’s a testament to his status as one of the most impressive prospects in the entire league.
Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / August 18
How the Newest Oriole Can Boost the Team in 2026
The Baltimore Orioles promoted top catching prospect Samuel Basallo to the major leagues before Sunday’s game against the Houston Astros. The 21-year-old went 1-for-4 with a two-run single in the eighth inning for his first hit and runs batted in.
Baltimore Orioles News / Field Level Media / August 17
Samuel Basallo, Orioles' No. 1 prospect, to make MLB debut on Sunday
Samuel Basallo was called up by the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday, a fitting present for the team's No. 1 prospect, who turned 21 this week. MLB Pipeline ranks Basallo, a catcher/first baseman, as the No.
Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / August 17
Orioles To Promote Top Prospect Samuel Basallo for MLB Debut
There’s not a whole lot that has gone right for the 2025 Baltimore Orioles. The club currently sits at 56-67 with a 16.5-game gap between them and the first-place Toronto Blue Jays in the American League East.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17
Orioles promote top prospect
He will take the 40-man roster spot of right-hander Zach Eflin, who was transferred to the 60-day injured list and was already known to be done for the 2025 season.
Baltimore Orioles News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 23
Baltimore Orioles Prospect Samuel Basallo Won't Play Catcher to Start Season
Baltimore Orioles top prospect Samuel Basallo is dealing with right elbow inflammation, general manager Mike Elias told reporters Sunday. Basallo was reassigned to minor league spring training camp last week, so he wasn't going to start the regular season on the MLB roster regardless of his injury status.
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