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Greetings! It’s that magical time of the year when baseball pundits publish their annual rankings and Orioles fans can argue about whether Samuel Basallo should be the fourth-best prospect in baseball or the eighth.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / January 27

Basallo, Gibson, Beavers included on ESPN’s top 100 prospects list

The pre-2026 prospect rankings lists continue to swoon over Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo. In ESPN’s top 100 list published today, Kiley McDaniel ranks Basallo as MLB’s #4 prospect, behind only the consensus top three in baseball, Konnor Griffin (Pirates), Kevin McGonigle (Tigers), and Jesús Made (Brewers).

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / January 27

Oriole prospects attracting attention; Basallo, Beavers reflect on their 1st season

Oriole prospects continue to attract attention. Five Orioles were named in Baseball America’s Top 100 prospects list while three were cited in MLB Pipeline’s Top 100.

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Where Orioles’ Top Prospects Rank on Keith Law’s Top 100 List

As Spring Training inches closer, the annual top prospects lists are getting published. On Monday, Keith Law of The Athletic released his annual Top 100 Prospects list, and plenty of Baltimore Orioles made this year’s cut.

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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 26

Keith Law’s 2026 top prospects list has five Orioles

Prospect list season continued on Monday with the release of Keith Law’s top 100 list at The Athletic. His list joins recently-published ones by Baseball America and MLB Pipeline.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / January 21

Five Orioles Make Top 100 Prospects List for Baseball America

The Baltimore Orioles will enter the 2026 season as a completely different team. But despite parting with some key prospects, the team still has a strong presence on the Top 100 Prospects list from Baseball America.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / January 21

Orioles prospects: Baseball America Top 100 lists five O’s

On Wednesday, Baseball America released its Top 100 prospects list for the season, kicking off the unofficial top prospect list season that will play out between now and the start of the regular season.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / January 20

Samuel Basallo’s rookie year can set the standard for international Orioles

There are big expectations for Baltimore backstop Samuel Basallo as he heads into his official rookie season. The 21-year-old out of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, doesn’t just represent the leader of a new wave of talent graduating from the Orioles’ farm system.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / January 16

Perez on Orioles’ international class: ‘A lot of years in the working’

The Orioles had just over $8 million to spend on signing their international prospects, and more than three-quarters of it went to four teenaged prospects from the Dominican Republic.

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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.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / January 15

Orioles add five top-rated prospects in international class

The Baltimore Orioles were tied for the highest international bonus pool allotment in baseball ($8,034,900) this year, and they certainly put that money to good use.

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Samuel Basallo ranked #1 catching prospect for 2026

The Baltimore Orioles have been one of the busiest teams this offseason, making big trades and free agent signings. Despite all the roster additions, the team's young core remains intact, including 21-year-old catcher Samuel Basallo.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / January 15

Orioles searching for another Basallo as international signing period begins

While 2025 wasn’t a good year for the Orioles on the field, it was an important year for their international program. Samuel Basallo, who was named the top catching prospect in baseball for the second straight year by MLB.com on Wednesday, became the first Latin American player signed under the current Orioles’ regime to play in the major leagues.

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.

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.

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 / 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.

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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.

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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.

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Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 11

Orioles GM Mike Elias discusses possible prospect promotions

2025 is going to be a lost season for the Orioles. They fell back in the standings early and eventually sold off multiple players ahead of the trade deadline.

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.