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Robinson Chirinos returns to Orioles in player development role
The club said Chirinos will mainly support players, coaches and staff members across the lower levels of the minor leagues in a leadership and mentorship role, while also steering organizational philosophies.
Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo gets advice from the team’s former bench coach, Robinson Chirinos, following a loss to the Boston Red Sox on Aug. 25, 2025.
Trevor Rogers isn’t resting on his laurels. The Orioles starter is already adjusting to the next challenge.
Even after the best season of his career, the Orioles left-hander approached this winter as any other: a chance to analyze and to improve.
Orioles pitcher Trevor Rogers practices pick-off attempts on the first day of spring training at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Florida.
Jon Meoli: What leadership looked like on Craig Albernaz’s first day of full workouts
Albernaz walked from field to field throughout the day, and after leaving the situational field, turned back to ask, “Are we having fun yet?”
Orioles manager Craig Albernaz speaks to the media on the second day of spring training on Feb. 12.
Orioles’ Jackson Holliday upbeat after surgery, while his replacement prepares to step in
Holliday had the broken hamate bone in his right hand removed Thursday.
Baltimore Orioles second base Jackson Holliday (7) puts his glove on to return to the field during a game against the Texas Rangers at Orioles Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Md. on Monday, June 23, 2025.
Don’t let James Wood’s demeanor fool you. There’s a fire burning inside the Nationals star.
Wood impressed with an .825 OPS and 31 home runs. He competed in the Home Run Derby and launched balls that nearly left the stadium. He made fans flock to Nationals Park, eager to see this Olney native.
The Nationals acquired James Wood in the 2022 trade that sent Juan Soto to San Diego.
As Adley Rutschman prepares for redemption, the Orioles catcher ponders baseball’s finite nature
Rutschman enters spring training ahead of a critical year for himself and his team. As Rutschman goes, so do the Orioles.
Terri Hett, left, of Perry Hall, gets her bobblehead signed by the Orioles’ Adley Rutschman on the second day of spring training at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Fla.
Tre’ Johnson, the former Washington lineman who became a high school history teacher, dies at 54
Johnson’s wife, Irene, announced the death in a Facebook post, saying he died during a short family trip.
Former Washington lineman Tre Johnson on the sidelines during a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Nov. 10, 2002.
No. 20 Maryland rallies from 19-point deficit to defeat No. 8 Ohio State 76-75
It was the Terrapins’ largest comeback since Nov. 13, 2019, when they were down 19 in the fourth quarter at James Madison before posting a 70-68 victory.
Elsa Lemmila, left, of Ohio State and Isimenme Ozzy-Momodu of Maryland chase a loose ball Sunday during the first quarter of the Terps’ 76-75 win.
Orioles’ Heston Kjerstad fully healthy, declines to detail 2025 absence
Kjestad hasn’t played since July 2025.
Heston Kjerstad had a .566 OPS in 54 games before his 2025 season ended early.
Francis, Zrno lead Rutgers in 68-57 victory over Maryland
Maryland (10-15, 3-11 Big Ten) had won its previous two games.
Solomon Washington, pictured against Virginia, had 11 points and 14 rebounds for Maryland against Rutgers on Sunday.
Craig Albernaz ‘as shocked as anyone’ by gambling allegations against Emmanuel Clase
“It was a blow to the clubhouse in the sense of, yes, he was a really good pitcher who helped us win a lot of games, but then also he’s one of your boys, right?” Albernaz said of his former team. “You’re in it together.”
Orioles manager Craig Albernaz, who came to the team from the Guardians, said he was surprised by gambling allegations against Cleveland pitcher Emmanuel Clase.
Nationals sign former Orioles left-hander Cionel Pérez to minors deal with camp invite
Pérez brings major league experience and has a strong chance to make the opening day roster if he can recapture some of his success with the Orioles earlier in his career.
Cionel Pérez has thrown 237 innings in the major leagues with a 4.22 ERA.
Chris Bassitt just missed out on a title in Toronto. He wants to win it in Baltimore.
Bassitt signed with the Orioles on a one-year, $18.5 million deal because he believes they can win the World Series.
Chris Bassitt, who signed as a free agent this week, chats with teammates before a workout during Orioles spring training at Ed Smith Stadium on Saturday.
Meet the Olympians with Maryland connections who are competing in Italy
The Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina have plenty for Maryland sports fans to follow.
United States' Summer Britcher prepares to start for a women's single luge run at the 2026 Winter Olympics, in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, Monday, Feb. 9, 2026. (AP Photo/Aijaz Rahi)
Jordan Westburg’s oblique setback starts another frustrating rehab process
“I’m anxious to get back,” Westburg said. “I wouldn’t call it a goal, because I try not to set too many goals, [but it] is to be as healthy as I possibly can be and try to put together a full season.”
Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg runs drills at the Ed Smith Stadium complex in Sarasota, Florida, on Wednesday, Feb. 11, the first day of spring training.
Jesse Minter’s first Ravens staff has plenty of common ground, plus more coaching takeaways
In just over a month, the Ravens have remade their staff. Here’s what we can learn from Jesse Minter’s coaching and support staff hires.
Three weeks after taking over in Baltimore, Jesse Minter has his coaching staff in place.
Jon Meoli: The Orioles roster needed a lot of help. Like it or not, the front office has provided it.
There will be six months of baseball to determine if the club spent enough, or well enough, or on the right things.
Orioles pitching strategy coach Ryan Klimek, manager Craig Albernaz and president of baseball operations Mike Elias talk during workouts on the second day of spring training Thursday.
Trump pardons 5 ex-NFLers for various crimes, former Ravens player among them
The pardons were announced by White House pardon czar Alice Marie Johnson. Ex-NFL players Joe Klecko, Nate Newton, Jamal Lewis, Travis Henry and the late Billy Cannon were granted the clemency.
Former Baltimore Ravens player Jamal Lewis waves during the Ring of Honor induction ceremony during halftime in the NFL football game between the Baltimore Ravens and Cleveland Browns in Baltimore, Thursday, Sept. 27, 2012. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Last year’s Orioles needed a clubhouse veteran. Pete Alonso is filling that role.
Jordan Westburg was frank in his assessment of the clubhouse in August when he said it would behoove the Orioles to add a leadership presence in the offseason. In Pete Alonso, they have one.
Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso has played more than 1,000 games in seven big league seasons.
5 players score in double figures as Maryland rolls late to defeat Penn State 81-62
Maryland joined No. 2 UCLA, No. 7 Michigan, No. 8 Ohio State and No. 13 Michigan State as 20-win teams in the Big Ten.
The Maryland bench celebrates during the third quarter of an 81-62 win over Penn State on Thursday night.
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