Baltimore Orioles

    Keep ya (bobble) head up: Orioles add Tupac giveaway to schedule
    The legendary rapper with Baltimore ties will get his own bobblehead on May 8.
    Tupac Shakur in a scene from the film 'Gridlock'd', 1997.
    Orioles’ Birdland Caravan returns with star-studded player lineup, including Pete Alonso
    The events begin with a question-and-answer session hosted by play-by-play announcer Kevin Brown that features Alonso and manager Craig Albernaz.
    Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso is introduced during a press conference on Dec. 12.
    Orioles reach deals with Gunnar Henderson, 8 others before arbitration filing deadline
    Ahead of the filing deadline, Baltimore and shortstop Gunnar Henderson agreed to an $8.5 million contract for 2026, sources told The Banner.
    Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson will earn $8.5 million this season, sources told The Banner.
    Orioles co-owner Michael Arougheti says he’s ‘all in’ on Baltimore, plus other takeaways from panel with top team officials
    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.
    Orioles control owner David Rubenstein, who's also chairman of the Economic Club of Washington, D.C., hosts a panel with members of the Orioles organization on Tuesday, Jan. 6.
    The Orioles have checked multiple boxes this winter. Is another large splash possible?
    Baltimore remains engaged in the market for the top remaining free agent starters, sources familiar with the Orioles’ approach said.
    Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias, right, flanked by principal owner David Rubenstein, gives remarks during a December news conference to introduce first baseman Pete Alonso.
    Should the Orioles add a utility infielder? | Banner Baseball Show
    Veteran free agents Isiah Kiner-Falefa, Dylan Moore and Willi Castro could be of interest if the O’s want more depth in the infield.
    To help the Orioles, Shane Baz hopes to reintroduce a pitch he couldn’t locate in 2025
    Shane Baz struck out 176 hitters in 166 1/3 innings for the Rays last season.
    Why Zach Eflin’s deal is a worthwhile gamble | Banner Baseball Show
    Eflin made just 14 starts in 2025, but he still brings upside to a rotation that needs it.
    Jon Meoli: Nothing will ever excuse the Orioles’ 2025 collapse. But they did learn their lesson.
    A difficult season left few fans cheering at Camden Yards in September. But the Orioles appear to have changed their approach drastically after the disappointing season.
    Kyle Goon: 2025 was a lousy year for Baltimore sports. But here are 12 great, unlikely stories I’ll never forget.
    It was a tough year in so many ways. Don’t let it dim these moments, though.
    Derik Queen of the Maryland Terrapins celebrates with teammates after making a shot to defeat the Colorado State Rams.
    With a pain-free back, Zach Eflin feels ready to prove himself with the Orioles once 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.
    Zach Elfin of the Baltimore Orioles throws a pitch against the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif., in May.
    Orioles re-sign right-handed starter Zach Eflin
    The deal is for one year with a mutual option for the 2027 season.
    Baltimore Orioles pitcher Zach Eflin (24) delivers a pitch during a game against the Detroit Tigers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Md. on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
    Jon Meoli: The Orioles need Pete Alonso to slug into his 30s. His plan to do so is underway.
    “His mindset is so strong, and he’s so disciplined, and he wants to be great,” said Phil Wallin, founder and CEO of Diesel Optimization, where Alonso trains.
    Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso has 264 home runs and an .857 OPS in his career.
    11 potential trade candidates for the Orioles | Banner Baseball Show
    Baltimore can still supplement its rotation, even if it misses out on free agents Framber Valdez and Ranger Suárez.
    Former Oriole Ryan O’Hearn signs 2-year deal with Pirates
    Left-handed first baseman/outfielder Ryan O’Hearn is coming off the best season of his big league career. He hit .281 with 17 home runs and 63 RBIs in 2025 and made the All-Star team for the first time.
    Former Orioles first baseman Ryan O'Hearn runs the bases after homering in the first inning of a game against the Toronto Blue Jays on July 30.
    Mike Elias sees ‘top-of-rotation starter’ potential for new Orioles pitcher Shane Baz
    The Orioles executive says the club sees the former first-round pick as a solid piece for 2026 but maybe even better beyond.
    The Orioles acquired right-handed pitcher Shane Baz, a former first-round pick who had a solid but unspectacular season last year for the Tampa Bay Rays.
    Kyle Goon: At long last, Mike Elias and the Orioles are taking big swings this offseason
    COLUMN: The deal the Orioles made for Shane Baz, giving up prospects and picks, would have been unthinkable just months ago. Bravo to this front office for taking new kinds of risks.
    Orioles president Mike Elias, right, with the backing of owner David Rubenstein, has followed through on a promise to be aggressive in the offseason.
    Jon Meoli: In trading for Shane Baz, the ‘transactional’ Orioles show again how things have changed
    COLUMN: The value is in talented, productive major leaguers. The future value going the other way is, to the Orioles, a risk worth taking.
    Shane Baz more than doubled his previous career high by pitching 166 1/3 innings in 2025.
    Did the Orioles overpay for Shane Baz? | Banner Baseball Show
    Baltimore sent four prospects and a draft pick to Tampa Bay.
    Orioles acquire starting pitcher Shane Baz from Rays, sending 4 prospects in return
    Baz, 26, is under team control for three more seasons. He returned from Tommy John elbow reconstruction surgery in 2024 and did well, but he regressed some in 2025.
    Former Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Shane Baz pitches against the Boston Red Sox on July 12.
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