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Orioles pitchers and catchers report to the Ed Smith Stadium complex Wednesday. Baseball, here we come.
Orioles spring training is here: Roster battles, big questions and important dates
On Wednesday, Baltimore’s pitchers and catchers report to the Ed Smith Stadium complex and the following day they will engage in the first official workout of the new season.
At second base, according to Baseball Reference, the Orioles combined for a below-average minus-0.2 wins above average. Can an improved Jackson Holliday put up a better mark in 2025?
The Orioles’ infield will need more production at second and third base in 2025
Shortstop Gunnar Henderson is the heartbeat of the lineup in many ways. Look elsewhere along the Orioles’ infield, however, and the uneven performances fueled by youthful inexperience and injury are apparent.
Baltimore Orioles prospective catcher Samuel Basallo laughs as he watches the team’s spring training session at Ed Smith Stadium on February 22, 2024.
The Orioles have graduated many of their best prospects. Who’s next?
Baseball America ranks the Orioles’ farm system at No. 17 this year. That doesn’t mean there isn’t talent worth watching.
President Joe Biden, right, presents the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the Nation's highest civilian honor, to David Rubenstein in the East Room of the White House, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, in Washington.
Trump posts that he is replacing Orioles owner David Rubenstein as chairman of Kennedy Center
In Trump’s post, he wrote that he plans to make the Kennedy Center “great again.”
A SuperBook Sports logo on the field is highlighted by the setting sun during an Orioles game.
SuperBook Sports restaurant is leaving Camden Yards; plans for 2025 season to be announced
The SuperBook Bar and Restaurant replaced Dempsey’s Brew Pub and Restaurant in 2023.
BALTIMORE, MD - JULY 08: Trey Mancini #16 of the Baltimore Orioles celebrates after hitting a walk off single against the Los Angeles Angels during the ninth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on July 8, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
Former Orioles star Trey Mancini begins comeback attempt with Arizona Diamondbacks
“I really do think I have something left to give the game,” Mancini told The Baltimore Banner in November.
In his last 20 games with the Orioles, Gregory Soto had a 1.10 ERA with 20 strikeouts.
Yes, Félix Bautista is back. But, beyond him, here’s why the Orioles bullpen could be dominant
Relief pitching could be a major strength for the Orioles this year.
Steve Melewski in the dugout of Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
Buoyed by fan support, Orioles writer Steve Melewski departs MASN feeling hopeful
“The outpouring from readers, fans, everywhere I go — it keeps blowing me away. It doesn’t stop,” Melewski said.
Ramón Laureano fits a profile the Orioles have tried to add this offseason: an outfielder who can punish left-handed pitching.
Orioles sign Ramón Laureano, adding yet another outfielder
In 2024, when he spent time with the Cleveland Guardians and Atlanta Braves, Laureano recorded an .869 OPS vs. lefties.
Former Baltimore Orioles catcher Rick Dempsey, left, helps former Orioles player Rich Dauer put on an Orioles Hall of Fame jacket in 2012.
Former Oriole Rich Dauer, member of the 1983 World Series championship team, has died
Orioles general manager Mike Elias takes questions from reporters.
Mike Elias says he’s been ‘aggressive’ this offseason, but there’s still time to do more
“At least until pitchers and catchers [report],” Elias said, “we’re going to be working the offseason like we always do.”
Heston Kjerstad hit .253 with four home runs in 99 major league at-bats last season.
Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad sees the 2025 season as his best chance to break out
With outfielder Anthony Santander removed from the equation, there could be additional opportunities for Kjerstad to play, even with the signing of Tyler O’Neill. And Kjerstad knows it.
Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) smiles after singling during a game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Camden Yards in Baltimore on Sept. 8, 2024.
Orioles’ Gunnar Henderson one of three stars on cover of ‘MLB The Show 25’
Gunnar Henderson will share a cover on “MLB The Show 25” with Elly De La Cruz of the Cincinnati Reds and Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates on this year’s edition of the popular video game series.
Adam Jones is honored at Camden Yards, officially retiring as an Oriole after an 11-year career in Baltimore.
Adam Jones returns to Orioles in new role: ‘It’s been a long time coming’
“Having the opportunity to be around the game that I love, while also learning the operations side of baseball from one of the best general managers is truly an honor,” Jones said.
Dylan Carlson, 26, played 96 games last season between the St. Louis Cardinals and Tampa Bay Rays.
Orioles add Dylan Carlson to outfield mix on 1-year deal
The switch-hitter batted .209 between the teams and showed limited power with a .563 on-base-plus-slugging percentage.
Anthony Santander had an .814 on-base-plus-slugging percentage, 44 homers and 102 runs batted in last season. Here’s how the Orioles hope to replace his bat.
How the Orioles can replace Anthony Santander in the aggregate
In relying on Tyler O’Neill and Heston Kjerstad to replace Anthony Santander, the Orioles went with a cheaper path. But it’s not without risk.
Anthony Santander hits the Orioles’ first home run of the season and celebrates with Austin Hays.
Former Oriole Anthony Santander signs with Blue Jays: ‘I’m so thankful for Baltimore’
The contract is for five years and more than $90 million, according to multiple reports.
Navy Athletics play-by-play announcer Pete Medhurst.
Longtime Navy play-by-play announcer Pete Medhurst dies after cancer battle
In a Facebook post, Pete’s wife, Brenda Medhurst, said he died from an aggressive melanoma cancer.
Reliever Jeff Hoffman signed with the Toronto Blue Jays after the Orioles and Atlanta Braves expressed reservations about the results of his physical.
The Orioles revised their offer to reliever Jeff Hoffman. He says it will serve as motivation with Blue Jays.
The pitcher rejected a contract offer from Baltimore after it had been revised because of injury concerns, a source said.
The Orioles on Wednesday signed 22 international prospects, including three ranked in the top 100.
Orioles add 22 players to open international signing period
The Orioles’ top signing, shortstop José Luis Peña, is a 16-year-old from the Dominican Republic who was one of the youngest players eligible.
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