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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.
Shortstop Gunnar Henderson and Adley Rutschman are scheduled to participate in the Birdland Caravan after missing last year’s festivities.
Orioles announce Birdland Caravan events headlined by Rutschman, Henderson
This year, the initial cast of players includes a trio who weren’t part of the festivities in 2024.
Relief pitcher Andrew Kittredge has a 3.44 ERA in 285 1/3 career innings.
Orioles sign reliever Andrew Kittredge to 1-year deal
Kittredge brings ample experience in the American League East, having played for the Tampa Bay Rays from 2017 to 2023.
According to reports, Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman agreed to a $5.5 million contract for 2025.
Orioles avoid arbitration with Rutschman, Kremer, Mullins and others
A source said infielder Jorge Mateo did not come to an agreement with the Orioles ahead of Thursday’s deadline, meaning his representation and the club will exchange figures ahead of a possible arbitration hearing.
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Ranking the top 10 Orioles giveaways for 2025, including Hawaiian shirts and bobbleheads
The lines for these giveaways will surely stretch on and on, even before gates open. Here are the ones fans have to have.
As Camden Yards nears a renovation project, there’s an opportunity to give one of baseball’s most beloved ballparks a facelift in other ways.
3 changes we’d make to Camden Yards, inspired by other great stadiums
These are three aspects of different stadiums that could be introduced at Camden Yards.
This picture shows a man, Greg Kostka, sitting next to a black dog holding a frisbee in her mouth.
Andy Kostka: The weight of the last gift my father ever gave me
A Banner reporter reflects on his father’s legacy and decade-long cancer battle.
Catcher Gary Sánchez played seven of his 10 seasons with the New York Yankees. Now, he’s joined the Orioles to back up Adley Rutschman.
Orioles catcher Gary Sánchez is happy to be back in the AL East
“It’s a division where I started my professional career, so I feel like I know the stadiums very well,” Sánchez said. “Yankee Stadium, Oriole Park, even Toronto. I’m very excited.“
TOKYO, JAPAN - MARCH 08:  Starting Pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano #11 of Japan reacts in the bottom of the second inning during the World Baseball Classic Pool B Game Three between Japan and Australia at Tokyo Dome on March 8, 2017 in Tokyo, Japan.  (Photo by Atsushi Tomura/Getty Images)
Orioles add possible rotation piece with signing of veteran Japanese righty Tomoyuki Sugano
The 35-year-old Sugano has spent his entire 12-year career with the Yomiuri Giants of the NPB’s Central League, and he’s the league’s reigning MVP after posting a 1.67 ERA in 156 2/3 innings.
Tyler O'Neill hit 313 against lefties last season with the Boston Red Sox, but just .208 against righties.
Tyler O’Neill hopes joining the Orioles will lead to a more balanced approach at the plate
“I’m really excited to be able to exploit right-center more,” O’Neill said, “and use the whole field.”
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Corbin Burnes (39) delivers a pitch against the Los Angeles Angels on Opening Day at Camden Yards on Thursday, March 28, 2024. The Baltimore Orioles won their first game of the season, 11-3, against the Angels.
Boras on Orioles’ pursuit of Corbin Burnes: It ‘boils down to ownership’
“When you have competitiveness in a market, ownership has to respond to compete with these fellow owners for elite talents,” Boras said.
The Baltimore Orioles’ Jackson Holliday (7) takes practice swings before his at-bat during a game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Camden Yards in Baltimore on Sept. 8, 2024.
Nationals win draft lottery, potentially bringing a battle of Hollidays to the ‘Beltway Series’
“The Battle of the Beltways” could become a whole lot more interesting in a few years.
Orioles center fielder Cedric Mullins and left fielder Austin Hays chase a double by the Seattle Mariners’ Jesse Winker in 2022, the first season of the deeper left-field wall at Camden Yards.
The left-field wall at Camden Yards is being moved — again. How many more homers could batters hit?
Over three seasons, the 2022 changes to the left-field wall took away 137 home runs, according to Statcast. The Orioles are adjusting after they "overcorrected," hoping for a more balanced ballpark.
Gary Sánchez hit .220 with a .699 on-base-plus-slugging percentage in 89 games for the Brewers in 2024.
Orioles find backup catcher in Gary Sánchez, according to reports
Sánchez was a two-time All-Star with the New York Yankees, in 2017 and 2019.
Tyler O’Neil hit .241 with 31 home runs and an .847 on-base-plus-slugging percentage for the Red Sox in 2024.
Orioles make first major offseason move by agreeing to 3-year deal with Tyler O’Neill
The three-year deal is worth $49.5 million over three years, according to a source, although there’s an opt-out after the 2025 season.
Maryland coach Michael Locksley received a commitment from the highest-ranked recruit in program history.
Maryland lands commitment of 5-star edge rusher Zion Elee from St. Frances Academy
According to 247Sports, Elee is the top-ranked player in Maryland and the second-ranked player nationally.
Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser finished a close second in voting for American League Rookie of the Year and was a finalist for a Gold Glove.
Q&A: Colton Cowser discusses his rookie year and what he wants to improve
The Baltimore Banner asked Cowser to reflect on his first full season, from his 24 home runs to his elevated strikeout numbers.
Orioles general manager Mike Elias takes questions following the team’s elimination from the playoffs. How much money will he get to spend this offseason?
What will Mike Elias and the Orioles do this offseason? Even to insiders, it’s a mystery.
Agents representing a wide array of major leaguers, including some players already on the Orioles and some of their reported targets, are still trying to figure out the team now that there’s new ownership with deep pockets.
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - AUGUST 13: Trevor Rogers #28 of the Baltimore Orioles pitches in the first inning against the Washington Nationals at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on August 13, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)
With a refined delivery and workout routine, Trevor Rogers hopes to regain old form for Orioles
While Rogers’ first four starts in Baltimore left something to be desired, the Orioles believe in him. And that helps Rogers believe in himself.
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