Baltimore Orioles

    With feats of speed and fielding, Orioles outfielder Enrique Bradfield Jr. turns heads
    Bradfield won’t light up a box score with extra-base hits. But he makes up for that with his glove and speed, and he flashed both in Sunday’s game against the Boston Red Sox.
    Orioles outfielder Enrique Bradfield Jr. will leave Sunday night to play for Panama in the World Baseball Classic.
    Adley Rutschman’s pair of extra-base hits build confidence for an Orioles bounce-back
    The results in late February matter far less to Adley Rutschman than the refinement of his overall routine. But he won’t turn his nose up at Saturday’s performance.
    Baltimore Orioles' Adley Rutschman hits a home run against Atlanta Braves pitcher Martín Pérez during the fifth inning of a spring training baseball game, Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, in Sarasota. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
    Blaze Alexander’s slight swing change shows promise; Shane Baz makes Orioles debut
    The utility infielder is working to stay back on pitches.
    Orioles infielder Blaze Alexander swings at a pitch in a spring training game against the Pirates.
    Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo leaves game as precaution with abdominal discomfort
    Catcher Samuel Basallo’s abdominal discomfort, which prompted him to exit Thursday’s game in Sarasota early, doesn’t seem to be a long-term issue.
    Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo, pictured during a game this month, left Thursday’s game with right side abdominal discomfort, the team announced.
    The 6 most impressive Orioles so far
    These are six of the players who have stood out the most in Sarasota.
    Orioles right fielder Tyler O’Neill connects with a pitch in the second inning of a game against the Yankees last Friday.
    Chayce McDermott’s revamped mechanics improved his command, velocity and his Orioles chances
    The Orioles right-hander’s mechanical adjustments this winter have been working during spring training.
    Chayce McDermott has pitched in only five big league games.
    How did Eric Torres end up in Orioles camp a year after pitching in independent ball? Belief.
    A stop in Puerto Rico helped, too.
    Baltimore Orioles pitcher Eric Torres delivers a pitch in the eighth inning of a spring training game against the Atlanta Braves in Sarasota, Fla., on Monday.
    Ryan Helsley’s first Orioles spring training appearance featured a new pitch
    Ryan Helsley, the new Orioles closer, added a splitter to his arsenal this winter. On Tuesday, Helsley tested it against an opponent for the first time.
    Pitcher Ryan Helsley exits the field after throwing live batting practice ahead of a Spring Training game against the New York Yankees in Sarasota, Florida, last week.
    Why haven’t the Orioles tried to extend Trevor Rogers? | Banner Baseball Show
    Rogers is set to become a free agent after the 2026 season.
    Meet the next Latin American prospect who could make a big impact for the Orioles
    He could rise quickly after a strong stint at Double-A to close out last season.
    Baltimore Orioles second baseman Aron Estrada watches from the dugout in the first inning of a spring training game against the Detroit Tigers at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland, Florida.
    Cade Povich’s newest slider, dubbed a gyro, could lead the Orioles pitcher to more consistency
    The Orioles left-hander was especially susceptible when he was behind in the count the last two years, because batters knew what was coming.
    Cade Povich posted a 5.21 ERA in 112 1/3 innings last season.
    Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg on his elbow injury: It ‘wears on you mentally’
    Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg told reporters Sunday he felt frustration over the partial tear of his ulnar collateral ligament. He received a platelet-rich-plasma injection Friday in an attempt to avoid elbow surgery and is likely out until the end of April, at least.
    Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg runs drills on the first day of spring training at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Fla.
    With a ‘death ball,’ Orioles pitching prospect Trey Gibson makes his mark
    Trey Gibson showcased his “death ball” — which is listed as a slider on Statcast’s pitch log — during three scoreless innings for the Orioles on Friday.
    Trey Gibson, pitching during workouts on the second day of Orioles spring training, had a 4.26 ERA in 120 1/3 innings in the minor leagues last season.
    Without Jordan Westburg, Orioles lean on infield depth and believe in Coby Mayo
    Mayo started at third base in Friday’s Grapefruit League opener, and he has played the position throughout practices.
    Orioles third baseman Coby Mayo, at left during Friday’s spring training game against the Yankees, is likely to see increased playing time because of Jordan Westburg’s injury.
    Pete Alonso’s first spring training game shows the full spectrum of his impact
    Alonso homered in his third and final at-bat, helping the Orioles open Grapefruit League play with a 2-0 win over the Yankees on Friday.
    Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso celebrates with manager Craig Albernaz after homering Friday during the Orioles’ 2-0 win over the Yankees to start spring training play.
    How Jordan Westburg’s injury affects the Orioles | Banner Baseball Show
    Westburg will be out until the end of April at the earliest.
    Jon Meoli: The last 2 Orioles teams struggled without their ‘glue.’ Can this one withstand a Jordan Westburg injury?
    There are many reasons the Orioles sputtered out in 2024 and disappointed badly in 2025. Missing Westburg, to me, is always going to be one of the largest contributors, with his fractured hand in 2024 and hamstring and ankle injuries limiting him to 85 games in 2025.
    Orioles third baseman Jordan Westburg takes an at-bat during the first inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays on Sept. 25, 2025.
    Nelly, Vanilla Ice to headline Orioles summer concert series
    Nelly and Vanilla Ice are set to headline the Birdland Summer Music Series this season at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
    Nelly performs at Ocean's Calling Festival on September 26, 2025. He played his big hits, Country Grammar and Hot in Here, for a mixed age crowd.
    Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg has partial UCL tear in elbow, will get treatment instead of surgery
    Westburg will be out until the end of April at least. Coby Mayo could see increased playing time at third base in Westburg’s absence.
    Orioles third baseman Jordan Westburg attends a Birdland Caravan event on Jan. 23.
    After a brutal collision, Maverick Handley is back in Orioles camp hoping to extend his dream
    Maverick Handley played 16 games for the Orioles last year before he suffered a concussion and a sprained wrist in a collision at home plate.
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