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Trevor Rogers finished second in National League Rookie of the Year voting and earned an All-Star selection in 2021 with the Miami Marlins. He failed to replicate his success in Miami while dealing with underperformance and injury concerns, and was traded to the Baltimore Orioles in 2024. In 2025, Rogers had a bounce back season, […]

The Baltimore Orioles are currently gearing up for the 2026 MLB season by taking part in spring training, looking to bounce back after missing the playoffs altogether in 2025. The Orioles made some splashes in free agency this year, signing Pete Alonso away from the New York Mets to a lucrative contract and also recently […]

With the New York Mets in the midst of spring training to prepare for the 2026 season, the team has been in the headlines due to the players they have lost, such as Edwin Diaz and especially Pete Alonso. While Alonso is now with the Baltimore Orioles after exiting the Mets, agent Scott Boras would […]

The Baltimore Orioles already knew Gunnar Henderson could anchor their infield, but now his ambitions stretch all the way to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. In the wake of Team USA hockey’s gold-medal win at the 2026 Winter Games, the Orioles shortstop openly tied his long-term plans to wearing red, white, and blue on an […]

Veteran slugger Pete Alonso is wasting no time in making his presence felt in his first stint with the Baltimore Orioles. When Alonso chose the Orioles in the offseason, it was billed as a franchise-defining swing. Now, as spring training continues to take shape, the early returns on Alonso’s time in Baltimore have been instructive. […]

The Baltimore Orioles got more tough news regarding their infield Saturday, and shortstop Gunnar Henderson did not hold back about third baseman Jordan Westburg’s injury in a way that cuts through box scores and stat lines. Westburg’s elbow setback, a partial UCL tear expected to sideline him until at least May, hit the clubhouse hard. […]

After seven years with the New York Mets, first baseman Pete Alonso joined the Baltimore Orioles on a new $155 million contract. Mets legend Darryl Strawberry isn’t a fan of the decision. Of course, Strawberry will have a New York bias after spending the first eight years of his MLB career with the franchise. Still, […]

While the Baltimore Orioles have high expectations in 2026, they’ll be entering the season with infielders Jackson Holliday and Jordan Westburg on the shelf. To help remedy their injury issue, the Orioles have brought in some reinforcements. Baltimore has signed infielder Thairo Estrada to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training, via […]

Pete Alonso’s first game with the Baltimore Orioles against the New York Yankees quickly became a memorable one, and not just because of what happened on the field. During the Orioles’ spring training opener on Friday, Alonso nearly recorded his first hit in the third inning, but New York Yankees prospect Kenedy Corona made a […]

After spending his entire career with the New York Mets, first baseman Pete Alonso elected to leave the Big Apple behind in free agency this winter. Signing a five-year deal with the Baltimore Orioles, Alonso is seen as one of the missing pieces to a team eager to return to the playoffs. Alonso began his […]

Baseball is so back! The Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees have kick-started spring training with the first game taking place in Florida. Pete Alonso debuted as a Baltimore Oriole for the very first time, and wasted no time with a two-run moonshot to left field off pitcher Bradley Hanner. PETE ALONSO DEMOLISHES A HOME […]

All-Star left-hander Trevor Rogers is coming off a stellar season with the Baltimore Orioles. Now that Spring Training is here, Rogers is already providing a glimpse into what could come this year. On Friday, the Orioles opened Spring Training by taking on the New York Yankees to kick off the Grapefruit League. Rogers pitched in […]

The Baltimore Orioles are taking on the New York Yankees in their first spring training game on Friday. Pete Alonso made his first appearance with his new team and nearly recorded his first hit for Baltimore. However, a prospect outfielder for New York robbed the hit with a spectacular play. Alonso, who is 31 years […]

The Baltimore Orioles are ramping up for the season as spring training begins, and they’re getting a look at who could be valuable for their team this year. Unfortunately, they won’t be able to see much of one of their pitching prospects, as he suffered an injury that will keep him out for several weeks, […]

Baltimore Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg is dealing with an injury. On Friday, Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias revealed that Westburg suffered a partially torn ACL, per Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun. “Jordan Westburg has a partially torn UCL, per Mike Elias. He will not get Tommy John surgery. The team is […]

With the Los Angeles Dodgers continue to spend exorbitantly in free agency, many have called for a salary cap to be introduced. Not new Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Chris Bassitt. Bassitt serves on the MLBPA executive subcommittee. He gave a firm response when asked if MLB should implement a salary cap, via Jacob Calvin Meyer […]

The Baltimore Orioles were viewed as potential World Series contenders going into last season. The team had seen monumental growth in back-to-back seasons in 2022 and 2023. After a well-executed rebuild, the Orioles went from 52 wins to 83 wins in 2022, which was followed by another leap up to 101 wins and an ALDS […]

Baltimore Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg is dealing with an injury. As a result, he is currently not participating in spring training activities. Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Banner provided the latest report on the situation. “Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg is unable to participate currently, manager Craig Albernaz said. He declined to say whether it’s Westburg’s […]

Jackson Holliday suffered a broken hamate bone injury in his right hand. He is expected to miss all of spring training and Opening Day for the Baltimore Orioles. However, Holliday received a crucial update that will likely excite the fanbase. Reports indicate that the 22-year-old second baseman will get the stitches removed from his right […]

The Baltimore Orioles had a disastrous season in 2025. Many had expected the Orioles to gain a playoff spot for the third consecutive year, but the team sunk like a stone from the very early part of the season. That’s a problem when playing in the American League East because the competition is simply too […]

As the Baltimore Orioles entered spring training, they were dealt a brutal blow when Jackson Holliday broke his hamate bone. Now, the second baseman is set to begin the season on the injured list. It didn’t take long for Holiday to suffer his injury. The broken bone has now put up a roadblock on what […]

The Baltimore Orioles had a very frustrating 2025 season. Baltimore missed the Major League Baseball Playoffs, after posting a losing campaign. This offseason, the Orioles have made a lot of moves to try and rebuild their roster. The Orioles are reportedly looking at making some more trades, per an Athletic report. Baltimore is dealing with […]

The Baltimore Orioles added bullpen depth on Saturday, acquiring right-hander Jackson Kowar from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for cash considerations. Kowar was designated for assignment by Minnesota on Thursday after being claimed off waivers from the Seattle Mariners on February 3. The 29-year-old made 15 relief appearances for Seattle this past season, tossing 17 […]

The Baltimore Orioles reinforced their win-now approach Saturday when Chris Bassitt detailed why he chose the club in free agency. The organization continues to reshape its identity through aggressive offseason moves, and Bassitt’s comments further validated that shift. The 36-year-old right-hander signed a one-year deal earlier this week after logging 170.1 innings in 2025 and […]

The Baltimore Orioles arrived at Spring Training intent on resetting the standard in the AL East, and Craig Albernaz wasted no time making his expectations clear. The Orioles’ new manager wants more edge, more noise, and more visible accountability. In his view, energy is not optional—it is the foundation of a winning culture. Hired in […]

The Baltimore Orioles are already seeing the impact of their marquee offseason move, as Pete Alonso has quickly become a focal point at Spring Training. The club welcomed its new slugger to Ed Smith Stadium this week, and fans responded immediately. Alonso, who signed a five-year, $155 million contract in December, reported early to camp […]

The Baltimore Orioles came crashing down to Earth last season after a fantastic 2024 campaign. One of the biggest reasons why was starting pitching. That was something Orioles’ brass was well aware of. On Wednesday, they took a big step in the right direction, signing veteran starter Chris Bassitt. Baltimore and Bassitt agreed to a […]

The Baltimore Orioles received some bad news regarding second baseman Jackson Holliday just days away from spring training. Reports indicate that the rising star is dealing with a similar injury to Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll. Holliday, who is 22 years old, suffered a broken hamate bone in his right hand, according to ESPN. The […]

The Baltimore Orioles enter the final days before Spring Training with key questions surrounding their rotation and long-term pitching strategy. With pitchers and catchers set to report Wednesday in Sarasota, Florida, the organization addressed one of the offseason’s most debated storylines head-on. Orioles GM Mike Elias explained why the club chose not to pursue veteran […]

One of the last Major League Baseball free agents available on the board is star pitcher Zac Gallen. Gallen, who pitched for the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2025, is getting a lot of interest. Free agency talks are heating up for Gallen as Spring Training starts, per USA Today. “Teams showing the most interest: San Diego […]

The Baltimore Orioles have remained aggressive all offseason in their quest to return to the postseason. However, they have failed to find their true ace. The franchise did acquire Shane Baz in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays. Trevor Rogers and Kyle Bradish are also expected to have key roles in the rotation. But […]

The Baltimore Orioles on Saturday won their salary arbitration case against left-handed reliever Keegan Akin in the organization’s second hearing this offseason. A three-person arbitration panel — John Stout, Jeanne Charles, and Samantha Tower — ruled in favor of the team, setting Akin’s 2026 salary at $2.975 million. The 30-year-old had filed for $3.375 million, […]

With spring training just around the corner, Justin Verlander continues to be one of the most prominent free agents on the market. The veteran right-hander’s durable 2025 campaign with the San Francisco Giants has continued to generate interest, keeping conversations in free agency active among teams still searching for rotation stability. As the offseason enters […]

The late-offseason trade market remained active Thursday as two teams with postseason aspirations finalized a deal just before spring training camps open. The Baltimore Orioles agreed to acquire infielder Blaze Alexander from the Arizona Diamondbacks, continuing a push to solidify roster depth as clubs across Major League Baseball finalize their benches. The move adds flexibility […]

With Spring Training just around the corner, one notable player finds himself without a team: Framber Valdez. Projected to be one of the biggest free agents this offseason, the Houston Astros pitcher is yet to sign with an MLB team this season. There are many speculated reasons for the long delay in Valdez’s search, but […]

The Baltimore Orioles entered the offseason searching for direction after a 75–87 finish, a sharp turn following a second-place AL East finish in 2024 and a 101-win division title in 2023 that forced the organization to confront its leadership gap. The Orioles organizational shift became clear when The Exit 52 Podcast shared a clip on […]

The Baltimore Orioles are still looking to make moves in free agency, and they seem to have their eyes on one player in particular. Framber Valdez is that player, and as the days go by, it feels as if he will sign with the team, especially after this latest report from Steve Phillips. “The Orioles […]

The Baltimore Orioles suffered through a brutal season in 2025, and that did not sit well with the team’s management, the players or Orioles fans. The Orioles had been American League playoff participants in 2023 and ’24, and most observers believed the team was going to be a postseason contender once again. Instead, the season […]

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad received an important update on Friday, via Matt Weyrich of The Baltimore Sun. “Orioles manager Craig Albernaz says outfielder Heston Kjerstad (undisclosed) is expected to be a ‘full participant’ in spring training,” Weyrich wrote on X, formerly Twitter. Kjerstad is set to fully participate in spring training. It is a […]