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Bye, bye birds? O's prez hopeful team can retain C Adley Rutschman

Is Adley Rutschman available at the trade deadline if the Baltimore Orioles hear an offer they like? When questions about the catcher's future with Baltimore came up Friday afternoon, Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias didn't say yes.

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Orioles RHP Yennier Cano agrees to 2-year extension, plus club option

The Baltimore Orioles and right-handed reliever Yennier Cano agreed on a two-year contract extension plus a club option for 2029 on Friday. Financial terms weren't announced.

Ryan Mountcastle News / ESPN / July 31

Season in doubt for Orioles' Mountcastle (oblique)

Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle has suffered a torn oblique during his recovery from an earlier left foot fracture and might not return this season.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / July 31

Potential Orioles trade chip staying put with extension

A late bloomer, he established himself as one of the premier setup men in the game during an All-Star showing in 2023.

Orioles latest team to look to straddle line between buying and selling

Yankees' catching search includes division rival

The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz

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The 'Home Run leaders by MLB team' quiz

How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Yennier Cano News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 31

Orioles Sign Yennier Cano To Extension

The Orioles announced that they have signed right-hander Yennier Cano to a two-year contract extension for the 2027 and 2028 seasons with a 2029 club option.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Jake Rogers News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Orioles Make Roster Move After Jake Rogers' Activation

The Baltimore Orioles made a catching change Friday, activating veteran Jake Rogers after acquiring him from the Detroit Tigers ahead of the trade deadline.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / July 31

The Orioles Could Sell Five Key Veterans And Still Compete For The Final Wild Card

The Orioles have been one of the most written about and talked about franchises heading into the trade deadline, because a failed rebuild that has gone backward provides unique fodder.

Chadwick Tromp News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 31

Orioles Designate Chadwick Tromp For Assignment

The Orioles have designated catcher Chadwick Tromp for assignment, the team announced Friday. Newly acquired catcher Jake Rogers will take his spot on Baltimore’s active and 40-man roster.

Coby Mayo News / Camden Chat / July 31

Coby Mayo is authoring a promising second act

Here, in a season that’s been confusing and frustrating, are a few candidates for “Orioles Low Point of 2026”: May 20, when a blown 3-1 eighth-inning lead against the Rays (lost 5-3) dropped the O’s to 21-29, eight games under .500 — their worst mark of the season at that point.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / July 31

Orioles minor league recap 7/31: Noda goes deep, Baysox drop a barn burner

Ryan Noda hit a solo homer in the fifth inning to give the Tides their only run of the game. Noda added a double to notch Norfolk’s only multi-hit game.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Jake Rogers News / Camden Chat / July 31

Orioles news: A pivotal Phillies series, Jake Rogers acquired

Good morning, Camden Chatters. It feels like I’ve started every Bird Droppings article for the past few weeks by writing, Folks, it’s make or break time for the Orioles.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / July 31

Should the Orioles Buy or Sell? The Case Is Becoming Clear

With each passing day it’s become more clear – regardless of what happens on the field – what Orioles baseball boss Mike Elias is planning to do. The plan

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Baltimore Orioles News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Orioles Acquire Catching Depth Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Baltimore Orioles are not expected to be buyers at this year's MLB trade deadline. But on Thursday, they made an interesting move to acquire some catching depth from the Detroit Tigers.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 30

Stacking wins an issue for both Orioles, Phillies

Momentum has been hard to come by for the Baltimore Orioles and Philadelphia Phillies in the past week-and-a-half. Their next chance to generate consistency comes Friday night when the teams begin a three-game series in Baltimore.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / July 30

Orioles latest team to look to straddle line between buying and selling

Although the Orioles have played better during July, they are still in a difficult spot. As such, reports have come out that the Orioles are looking to be buyers and sellers ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / July 30

Kyle Bradish’s Journey to Becoming the Orioles’ Highest-Paid Pitcher

In the midst of an underwhelming and frustrating year, the Baltimore Orioles have made another move showing their faith in this group of players. On July 18, the Orioles announced that righty Kyle Bradish signed a five-year extension worth $90 million, making him the highest-paid pitcher in franchise history.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 29

Yankees' catching search includes division rival

The catcher position has been a sore spot for the New York Yankees throughout the 2026 season. A deal with a division rival could provide the upgrade they need.

Angels trade a former 20-HR hitter to a division rival

Interesting Rafael Devers twist emerges ahead of the trade deadline

Red Sox player suffers broken wrist just days after being traded

Insider urges Red Sox to pursue blockbuster Jeremy Pena trade

Three first basemen the Phillies should consider trading for

Mets are reportedly desperate to get rid of one player

Baltimore Orioles News / Field Level Media / July 29

Colton Cowser caps 7-run comeback as Orioles stun Tigers in 12

Jackson Holliday drove in three runs, Colton Cowser knocked in the winning run and the visiting Baltimore Orioles rallied from a seven-run deficit for a 10-9, 12-inning win, spoiling what may have been Tarik Skubal's last start as a Detroit Tiger on Wednesday.

Baltimore Orioles News / Larry Brown Sports / July 29

Orioles considering unconventional deadline approach

The Baltimore Orioles came into Wednesday with a 52-56 record, which means their hopes of an American League Wild Card spot are shrinking. However, it seems the Orioles are considering buying and selling at the MLB trade deadline on August 3, according to MLB Network insider Jon Morosi.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 28

Orioles Have Discussed Jackson Holliday, Colton Cowser In Trade Talks

The Orioles’ trade deadline direction is still up in the air with less than a week to go. Baltimore sits on a disappointing 52-55 record, burying them 11 games behind the division-leading Rays but leaving them just two games out in the AL Wild Card chase.

Baltimore Orioles News / Trade Talk Sports / July 29

Orioles Open to Breaking Up Their Young Core?

Not too long ago, the Baltimore Orioles were one of the best young and upcoming teams in MLB with a seemingly bright future ahead of them. After winning the AL East in 2023, however, things have only gone downhill since, and barring a surge down the stretch, they appear poised to miss the playoffs for a second consecutive season.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 28

Orioles-Tigers game interrupted by the wildest squirrel chase ever

The best action from Monday’s game between the Baltimore Orioles and Detroit Tigers came courtesy of one very elusive squirrel. The squirrel spiced up the 7th-inning stretch by invading the field and forcing the grounds crew into panic mode at Comerica Park in Detroit, Mich.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 22

Red Sox fall one win short of franchise history

Everyone is well aware of the infamous saying: all good things must come to an end.

Red Sox ride impressive first inning to 15th consecutive win

Three areas Red Sox need to improve at 2026 trade deadline

Orioles reportedly entertaining offers for catcher Adley Rutschman

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Adley Rutschman News / Larry Brown Sports / July 22

Notable update emerges on Adley Rutschman’s future

Adley Rutschman may have to keep a spare bag packed just in case. The Baltimore Orioles are “certainly listening” to trade offers for their veteran catcher Rutschman, Jeff Passan of ESPN reported on Tuesday.

Adley Rutschman News / Yardbarker / July 21