The latest from Andy Kostka
Maryland hires Texas A&M’s Buzz Williams as men’s basketball coach
Williams, 52, has led the Aggies to three straight NCAA tournament appearances.
Orioles’ Cedric Mullins relishes home opener spotlight, and comes through with 4 RBI game
“These first five games, he’s playing really, really good baseball and taking great at-bats,” manager Brandon Hyde said. “Our best baseball has always been when Ced’s going.”
Here’s the walk-up song for every Orioles player starting Monday
These songs can come to define a player. When Ryan Mountcastle walks up to anything other than “Dear Maria, Count Me In,” it just feels wrong.
Derik Queen doesn’t know what the future holds, but he’s ‘sad’ Kevin Willard left Maryland
Queen is projected to be a high pick if he declares for the NBA draft, but there’s still a possibility he will return to Maryland.
Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser placed on injured list with fractured thumb
Dylan Carlson was recalled from Triple-A Norfolk.
For some Orioles fans, the honeymoon is waning but cautious optimism remains
Fans believe in the team, but they have misgivings too.
Orioles weigh in on torpedo bats after Yankees blast 9 homers: ‘Maybe I’ll give it a try’
“I think it’s pretty good business right there, right? Where you hit the ball, put some more mass in the sweet spot,” Orioles hitting coach Cody Asche said.
Orioles put on another display of offense in beating the Blue Jays 9-5
Jordan Westburg hits two home runs in a game for the first time in his career, and Ramón Urías hits a three-run double over Anthony Santander’s head.
Maryland basketball stars to throw ceremonial first pitches at Orioles’ home opener
Queen, the Big Ten Freshman of the Year, will be joined by Maryland natives Julian Reese and Allie Kubek, along with Shyanne Sellers.
Jackson Holliday blasted a fastball, and that’s a good sign after too much swing and miss last year
The home run is a strong indication that the infielder is more prepared as he begins his second season in the major leagues.
Orioles set franchise record with 6 homers during opening day slugfest, beating Blue Jays
An Orioles fan can dare to dream big after watching Tyler O’Neill, Jordan Westburg, Adley Rutschman (twice) and Cedric Mullins (twice) launch homers in a 12-2 win.
Toronto fans boo ‘Star-Spangled Banner’ at opening day game against Orioles
There were a smattering of boos for “The Star-Spangled Banner,” although it was more tame than during the national anthem at the 4 Nations hockey tournament last month.
What to expect when you’re expecting to win: The Orioles have lofty goals — and added pressure
“Let’s put it this way: They’re not sneaking up on anybody," former Orioles manager Buck Showalter said. "They’re going to get everybody’s best shot. They’re not the little engine that could.”
Jim Palmer read the new Earl Weaver biography. He loved it, and he quite likes Weaver, too.
Palmer clashed with his former manager repeatedly during his playing career, but the two developed respect that turned into friendship.
Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson to start on IL; Cade Povich gets rotation spot
Later Sunday, manager Brandon Hyde said right-hander Félix Bautista will break camp with the team and be in Toronto for opening day Thursday.
The hottest new pitch in the Orioles’ bullpen? Félix Bautista and Yennier Cano are both throwing the cutter.
“He told me about it,” Bautista said. “I was like, ‘That’s really funny. Me too. I’m also throwing it.’”
Orioles complete spring training no-hitter with 7 pitchers
The seven-pitcher no-hitter is the first combined no-hitter in a spring training game since 2023. It’s the first on record for the Orioles, according to MLB.com.
Orioles bring back veteran right-hander Kyle Gibson on 1-year deal
Gibson pitched for the Orioles in 2023 and posted a 4.73 ERA in 192 innings.
Chesapeake Baysox make charitable pledge after alternate identity goes viral for, well, the wrong reasons
The Baysox are leaning into the situation for a good cause. “If we’re going to go viral, let’s make it count!” the team wrote on its Instagram account.