A decade in the Baseball Writers Association of America means this year’s ballot arrived at my house in the fall, and while I can’t rewrite history or relitigate the group’s decisions, I can help shape the Hall going forward.
The largest splash is shortstop Jose Luis Acevedo, a 17-year-old from the Dominican Republic who signed for a franchise-record bonus of $2.3 million, a source said.
COLUMN: The Orioles are set to add four position players worth seven-figure signing bonuses — headlined by shortstop Jose Luis Acevedo, along with outfielders Ariel Roque, Pedro Gomez and Gabriel Rosario, according to Baseball America — plus left-hander Andri Hidalgo, one of the top pitchers of this 2026 class.
David Rubenstein hosted a panel at The Economic Club of Washington, D.C., to ask the brain trust of the Orioles’ baseball and business operations about the roster, Camden Yards upgrades and more.
Back surgery has brought relief to pitcher Zach Elfin, who recently rejoined the Orioles. And it brings excitement for his future on the mound. He said his first bullpen session post-surgery is Jan. 6 and he hopes to be ready for opening day.