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Orioles relief pitcher Cole Irvin pitches against the Boston Red Sox in the regular-season finale.
Orioles position review: How the starting pitchers performed in 2023
The Orioles’ starting pitching staff outperformed expectations this year. That was, at least, until the postseason.
Baltimore Orioles infielders Ryan Mountcastle (6), Gunnar Henderson (2) and Ramón Urías (29) talk during a pitching change at a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox at Camden Yards on Monday, Aug. 28.
Orioles position review: What will happen with the crowded infield?
The Orioles infield had more competition than any other spot. Here’s a breakdown of how the group performed this season and a look ahead to 2024.
Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35) celebrates with catcher James McCann (27) after homering in the third inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros at Orioles Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore on Aug. 8, 2023.
Orioles position review: Assessing how Adley Rutschman, James McCann performed in 2023
Adley Rutschman took strides and cemented himself, as if there were any lingering questions, as the Orioles’ starting catcher.
Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman and left fielder Austin Hays were among the players named finalists for Gold Gloves, which honor the best fielders in baseball.
Orioles’ Rutschman, Mountcastle and Hays named Gold Glove finalists
The winners will be announced on Nov. 5 at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN.
Baltimore Orioles general manager Mike Elias observes an open practice at Camden Yards on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023. The Baltimore Orioles are preparing for their first postseason game in the ALDS against the Texas Rangers on Saturday.
Four takeaways from Orioles general manager Mike Elias’ end-of-season remarks
Yes, the Orioles won 101 games and captured the AL East. But they got bounced from the playoffs in three games. Now comes the hard part: figuring out how to sustain success long term.
Orioles players and coaches watch as the Texas Rangers celebrate their three-game sweep of the ALDS.
Despite jarring end, Orioles consider 2023 season a success: ‘I only expect us to get better.’
The Orioles were swept out of the postseason without putting up a fight, but that doesn't dim a shining regular season or bright future, players say.
Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde and general manager Mike Elias observe an open practice at Camden Yards on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023.
The Orioles’ season is over. Here’s what comes next.
The offseason has officially begun for Baltimore. And now comes the big decisions. Who will be re-signed? Who will be nontendered?
Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle shows his frustration against the Texas Rangers in Game 2 of the ALDS at Camden Yards.
Three things that need to go right for the Orioles to stay alive in the ALDS
Surviving another day in the ALDS will demand stronger pitching for the Orioles if they want to avoid elimination.
Felix Bautista, No. 74 of the Baltimore Orioles, walks to the clubhouse after being injured on a pitch against the Colorado Rockies during the ninth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on Aug. 25, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland.
Orioles’ closer Félix Bautista has successful Tommy John surgery, expected back in 2025
Félix Bautista, the Orioles’ All-Star closer, had Tommy John reconstructive surgery on Monday, the Orioles announced. It was performed by Dr. Keith Meister.
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Dean Kremer (64) pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023.
With concerns for his family in Israel, Orioles turn to Dean Kremer for Game 3 of ALDS
Orioles manager Brandon Hyde announced Monday that 27-year-old Dean Kremer will start Game 3 of the American League Division Series on Tuesday.
Orioles pitcher John Means celebrates with teammates in the locker room after they clinched the AL East last month.
John Means’ latest setback feels small to his wife, Caroline, after up-and-down journey
Means, who won't pitch in the ALDS due to elbow pain, is the longest-tenured Orioles player, having seen the lowest of lows for the club — only to have his own skyrocketing career derailed just as the team started to win.
Orioles left fielder Austin Hays watches as Rangers catcher Mitch Garver’s grand slam flies over the wall during the third inning of Game 2 of the ALDS on Sunday at Camden Yards.
Orioles facing elimination after 11-8 ALDS Game 2 loss to Rangers
The Rangers lead the best-of-5 series 2-0, and they return home with two chances to eliminate the AL East champions.
Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35) and relief pitcher Jacob Webb (66) talk on the pitcher’s mound in game one of the American League Divisional Series against the Texas Rangers at Camden Yards on Saturday, October 7, 2023.
In tight Game 1, the Orioles’ bullpen’s lone blemish proves costly
After five days off, the bullpen was as fresh as it had been since the start of spring training heading into Game 1 of the American League Division Series.
The first pitch of ALDS Game 1 was pushed to 2:15 p.m., an hour after the original start time.
Orioles delay complicates busy Saturday in Baltimore
The delay, though, could cause even more downtown traffic than was expected.
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Kyle Bradish (39) pitches during a baseball game against the Washington Nationals on Tuesday, September 26, 2023.
Kyle Bradish named Orioles’ Game 1 starter for ALDS
Bradish, in just his second major league season, pitched to a 2.83 ERA, third-lowest in the American League and the best by an Orioles pitcher since Mike Mussina in 1992.
Orioles manager Brandon Hyde throws to a player during an open practice at Camden Yards on Wednesday as the team prepared for the American League Division Series.
Orioles roundtable: 4 big questions heading into ALDS
How will the Orioles match up against Texas? What are their weaknesses? And, perhaps most pressing, how is this thing going to play out?
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher John Means (47) gets ready to pitch during a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday, September 12, 2023.
From John Means to Jacob Webb: How the Orioles built a playoff team from start to finish
Every player took his own path to Baltimore. Here are the stories.
This image shows cartoon characters jumping on an Orioles bandwagon.
Jump aboard the bandwagon: Your Orioles postseason guide
We’ve created the definitive bandwagon guide to tell you everything you need to know before the Orioles hit the field Saturday in the American League Division Series.
The Orioles receive a standing ovation from the Camden Yards crowd after Sunday's regular-season finale.
Orioles’ ALDS roster: We predict who’s in and who’s out
Banner reporters Danielle Allentuck and Andy Kostka project the full 26-man roster.
Orioles right fielder Anthony Santander went 1-for-4 in the final game of the regular season.
With regular season done, Orioles turn focus to playoffs
The Orioles, the winners of the American League East and owners of the best record in the league, will skip the wild-card round and begin their postseason in the AL Division Series on Saturday.
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