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Baltimore Orioles

    Jon Meoli: The Orioles stars keep telling Craig Albernaz the same thing. What does it mean?
    “They talked through what they need to do to get better and win games,” Albernaz said. “A lot of it has been just attacking the little things each day. That gets lost, especially with young players, but all baseball players."
    Orioles manager Craig Albernaz speaks during a news conference at the MLB winter meetings on Monday.
    Gunnar Henderson to represent Team USA at World Baseball Classic
    Henderson joins a stacked group that includes Aaron Judge, Bobby Witt Jr., Cal Raleigh, Kyle Schwarber and Paul Skenes.
    Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) throws to first base during the first inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays on Sept. 25.
    Will the Orioles’ search for bats lead them to Pete Alonso? | Banner Baseball Show
    Pete Alonso is one of the best free agent hitters available, but how would they fit in Baltimore?
    The Orioles seek an impact bat and are ‘talking to a whole bunch of hitters’
    President of baseball operations Mike Elias said the Orioles have the payroll flexibility to acquire impact players for the lineup and rotation.
    Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias speaks at a press conference in November.
    Jon Meoli: How new Orioles manager Craig Albernaz used data and heart to help ‘level up’ a former O’s catcher
    "In my career, at that time, he made me a better player and person, and just evolved the player that I am,” former Orioles catcher Austin Wynns said.
    Orioles manager Craig Albernaz, right, holds his 2-year-old daughter, Gigi, as he takes questions at his introductory news conference.
    Orioles have completed early business, but as winter meetings begin, how aggressive will they be?
    The largest item on Baltimore’s to-do list remains acquiring starting pitching, and the winter meetings may lead to a critical breakthrough as the baseball world descends on Central Florida.
    The Orioles are in the running for free agent designated hitter Kyle Schwarber, according to the New York Post.
    These 8 right-handed relievers could provide value to the Orioles
    The Orioles have begun rebuilding their bullpen, but there is work to be done to stabilize the middle innings — or even add another splash.
    Baltimore Orioles pitcher Seranthony Domínguez (56) returns to the dugout in the middle of the 10th inning of a game against the Texas Rangers at Orioles Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Md. on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
    4 free-agent left-handed starting pitchers the Orioles could land this winter
    Framber Valdez and Ranger Suárez are the top southpaws on the market.
    Framber Valdez reacts while talking with fans in the fifth inning against the Texas Rangers on Sept. 15.
    Ryan Helsley is excited to join an Orioles team looking to bounce back in the AL East
    “I think we’ll have a good bullpen, and hopefully we’ll keep adding and make our team a little stronger," Helsley said. "We’re in a tough division, so it’s going to be a lot of fun this year with a lot of tight games."
    Ryan Helsley delivers a pitch against the Milwaukee Brewers in the ninth inning on Aug. 22, 2024.
    These 9 righty starting pitchers should be in play for the Orioles
    “Hopefully we can find somebody who can provide innings and front-half-of-the-rotation stuff,” Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias said in November.
    Zac Gallen pitches during the first inning of a game against the San Diego Padres on Sept. 26.
    Jon Meoli: Analyzing the Orioles’ top prospect list from Baseball America
    Samuel Basallo, Dylan Beavers and Trey Gibson top Baseball America’s list of the Orioles’ best prospects.
    Baltimore Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo photographed during the 2025 Baltimore Orioles Media Day at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Florida Wednesday February 19, 2025.
    Former Orioles manager Brandon Hyde joins Rays as front office adviser
    Hyde saw losing seasons turn into a division title in 2023, for which he earned the American League Manager of the Year award.
    Former Orioles manager Brandon Hyde watches the team’s home opener against the Boston Red Sox on March 31.
    Jon Meoli: How Ryan Helsley’s signing sets the standard for the rest of the Orioles’ winter deals
    Even with Helsley having the ability to opt out of the second year of his two-year, $28 million deal after the 2026 season, we’re still talking about a significant investment in a reliever — and a very good one at that.
    Ryan Helsley has 105 saves and a 2.96 ERA in 319 2/3 career innings.
    What we like about the Orioles’ Ryan Helsley signing | Banner Baseball Show
    Baltimore wasn't dissuaded by the reliever’s 7.20 ERA with the Mets.
    6 free-agent infielders the Orioles should consider
    Should the O’s splurge on Pete Alonso or Alex Bregman, or play it safe with a bench bat?
    Alex Bregman has an .846 OPS in 10 years in the big leagues.
    Orioles agree to deal with late-inning reliever Ryan Helsley
    The Orioles are checking a key winter wish list item by agreeing to a deal with right-handed reliever Ryan Helsley, a source confirmed.
    New York Mets pitcher Ryan Helsley during the eighth inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
    Jon Meoli: Even with Taylor Ward’s ‘stability,’ the Orioles’ outfield work feels unfinished
    At its best, this collection of outfielders is a group you can win with.
    Taylor Ward walks in the outfield before a Los Angeles Angels game against the Athletics on June 11.
    Kyle Tucker and 4 more free-agent outfielders the Orioles could sign
    This crop of free-agent outfielders could yield more than one nine-figure signing. Here are five the Orioles could add this winter.
    Kyle Tucker has 147 career home runs and an .865 OPS.
    Orioles hire former Padres manager Mike Shildt out of brief retirement to help with player development
    Shildt, who also managed the St. Louis Cardinals from 2018-21, retired from his role in San Diego following a second consecutive playoff exit.
    San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt high fives players during pregame introductions prior to Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series.
    If the Orioles want a third catcher, these 6 could interest them
    Is it worth dedicating a roster spot to a backup for Adley Rutschman and Samuel Basallo?
    Christian Vázquez of the Minnesota Twins returns to the plate during the sixth inning against the Chicago White Sox on March 31.
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