Taylor Ward: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / December 13

Angels Receive Top Grade for Grayson Rodriguez, Taylor Ward Swap

In need of starting pitching, the Los Angeles Angels dealt veteran outfielder Taylor Ward to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for right-hander Grayson Rodriguez.

Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / December 10

Should the Orioles Consider Shopping Tyler O’Neill?

After the surprising trade for Taylor Ward sent the team’s first round pick from 2018 in Grayson Rodriguez to Anaheim, the Baltimore Orioles’ very important offseason is starting to take shape.

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.

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Miami Marlins News / Just Baseball / December 9

Why Edward Cabrera is the Pitcher the Marlins Should Trade

If you were to poll Marlins fans and ask them who has been one of the more frustrating players on the roster over the past couple of years, I would bet the majority would say Edward Cabrera.

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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 / December 3

Baltimore Orioles showing interest in superstar slugger

New Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz has got to be feeling good about the roster he inherited. And Albernaz conveyed as much when he said, “The talent just jumps right out at you.

MLB News / Just Baseball / November 30

The 2025 MLB Winter Meetings: Everything You Need To Know

Technically, the 2025-26 MLB offseason began almost a month ago, but the action is only just getting started. Four notable free agents accepted qualifying offers, and a few more – including, Josh Naylor, Dylan Cease, and Ryan Helsley – have signed multi-year deals.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / November 26

Why Royals Missed Out On Taylor Ward Trade With Angels, Per Insider

The Kansas City Royals are perhaps the No. 1 team looking for corner outfielders this winter, but so far, they've missed out on those who have come off the board.

Baltimore Orioles News / EasySportz / November 25

Why the Taylor Ward Trade Is a Step Forward for the Orioles and Mike Elias

Why the Orioles finally addressed a glaring need and freed themselves to pursue real pitching stability The Orioles did something this week they have avoided for years.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / November 25

Getting to know new Orioles outfielder Taylor Ward

Taylor Ward, who was acquired last week from the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez, spoke with the Baltimore media in a video conference call on Monday.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 24

Taylor Ward makes bold claim about 2026 Orioles

For the first time since being traded last week, Taylor Ward spoke to the media as a member of the Baltimore Orioles. On a Zoom call Monday, Ward said he had no idea the Orioles had interest in him, despite hearing his name in trade rumors for years.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 24

Angels Predicted to Overhaul Rotation With 2 Blockbuster Moves

The Los Angeles Angels took their first steps towards repairing their broken starting rotation on Tuesday, trading 36-homer slugger Taylor Ward to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for Grayson Rodriguez.

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Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / November 23

Orioles’ Elias is banking on being right in trading for Ward and keeping Mountcastle

Perhaps the most telling remark in Mike Elias’ Friday night news conference centered on the difference in club control between starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez and outfielder Taylor Ward.

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.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 21

Taylor Ward Sent Message to Angels After Surprise Trade to Orioles

The Los Angeles Angels made their first big move of the offseason on Tuesday, trading left fielder Taylor Ward to the Baltimore Orioles following his best MLB season to date.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 20

Here’s what Taylor Ward texted Angels teammates after learning of Orioles trade

The first major trade of the MLB offseason occurred on Tuesday night, as the Los Angeles Angels sent outfielder Taylor Ward to the Baltimore Orioles for starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 20

Angels Could Bring Back All-Star Reliever in Big Free Agent Move, Says Insider

The Los Angeles Angels made their first big move of the offseason Tuesday, trading Taylor Ward to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for Grayson Rodriguez to reinforce their starting pitching — a huge need for the Halos this offseason.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 20

Orioles rumors: Why a Kyle Tucker pursuit is still on the table after Taylor Ward trade

The Baltimore Orioles made the first significant move of the MLB offseason, trading Grayson Rodriguez to the Los Angeles Angels for Taylor Ward. Bringing in Ward helps fill their need for a power-hitting outfielder.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 19

Angels still hoping to add CF, 3B after trade with Orioles

The Angels crossed one item off their winter to-do list on Tuesday night, but they're not done yet.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 19

Where Orioles could go for pitching after Taylor Ward trade

The Baltimore Orioles made a huge splash on the trade market on Tuesday, swinging a big deal with the Los Angeles Angels to acquire outfielder Taylor Ward in exchange for right-handed pitcher Grayson Rodriguez.

MLB News / Angels Nation / November 19

Angels Trade Taylor Ward To Orioles For Grayson Rodriguez

The Los Angeles Angels traded veteran outfielder Taylor Ward to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for right-handed pitcher Grayson Rodriguez, the team announced Tuesday night.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 19

Angels, Orioles fill needs with this surprising trade

The Baltimore Orioles were looking to add a right-handed hitting outfielder during the offseason. The Los Angeles Angels, meanwhile, needed to add talent to a thin pitching staff. A trade between the two teams has begun the process of filling those holes on the roster.

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MLB News / Just Baseball / October 23

Taylor Ward and the Pirates Are a Match Made in Heaven

With one of the most exciting and talented rotations in baseball, the Pittsburgh Pirates had real pressure to take a significant step forward this season.

Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker / October 7