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Elmer Rodríguez looked sharp in his Grapefruit League debut, tossing three scoreless innings with a mid-90s sinker and multiple offspeed pitches, but New York’s offense was dormant aside from Pete Alonso’s two‑run homer as the Yankees dropped their spring opener 2‑0 to Baltimore.
Spring training opens with five exhibitions today as MLB clubs return; Orioles’ Jordan Westburg is sidelined with oblique and elbow issues awaiting imaging, potentially opening more at-bats for Coby Mayo at third; Rays right-hander Edwin Uceta heads for shoulder imaging, which could affect their late-inning plans if he’s out.
Baltimore acquired infielder Blaze Alexander from Arizona in exchange for right-hander Kade Strowd and two minor leaguers, Wellington Aracena and José Mejía, in a 40-man neutral trade. Alexander, 27, has a .237/.322/.366 MLB line with a 95 wRC+ and offers multi‑position versatility, likely serving as a top bench option for Baltimore as it builds depth around its young core. Arizona clears fringe roster depth, particularly in its bullpen, while Strowd is a controllable depth arm with options. The move continues Orioles’ strategy of adding flexible infield/utility pieces to bolster their roster.
The Orioles acquired infielder Bryan Ramos from the White Sox to add depth and designated Weston Wilson for assignment to clear a 40-man roster spot; Ramos, a former White Sox signee with limited MLB success in 2024-25, has shown minor-league versatility, while Wilson—a 100-game MLB utility man—was DFA’d and could be outrighted to Triple-A if unclaimed, continuing Baltimore's aggressive 40-man roster churn.
The Washington Nationals are leaving the Mid-Atlantic Sports Network after 21 seasons to join MLB’s centralized broadcast model, shifting MASN toward Orioles-led operation with a single main channel and MASN2 dropping from TV guides. Nationals games will stream in the DC market via Nationals.TV, while out‑of‑market games can be watched on the ESPN app. The move follows a long-running rights dispute and MLB settlement, part of a broader push toward league-controlled regional broadcasts after nine teams ended contracts with Main Street Sports, raising questions about MASN’s future and whether the Orioles can sustain the network.
The Baltimore Orioles traded for Shane Baz from the Tampa Bay Rays, recognizing his potential as a top-tier starter and controlling him for three seasons, in a move that benefits both teams amid their division rivalry. The trade involved significant prospects and draft picks, reflecting Baz's high value and the Rays' strategic farm system rebuild, with the outcome of the trade likely to influence the division race over the coming years.
The article discusses how the Toronto Blue Jays unexpectedly became a top team in 2025 and highlights three other MLB teams—Baltimore Orioles, Atlanta Braves, and San Francisco Giants—that could make a similar leap to success in 2026, emphasizing their recent struggles and potential for improvement.
The Baltimore Orioles are close to hiring Craig Albernaz as their new manager, marking his first full-time MLB managerial role, with Albernaz bringing extensive coaching experience from the Guardians, Giants, and Rays organizations. The team aims to rebound after a challenging season, and Albernaz's appointment is part of a broader MLB managerial hiring trend this offseason.
Kevin Gausman was traded to the Braves in 2018 but struggled in 2019 due to injuries and mechanical issues, leading to his release. The Braves let him go because he refused a bullpen role, and he subsequently improved with other teams, notably the Giants.
Albert Pujols is expected to interview for the Baltimore Orioles' managerial position, with the team seeking a full-time manager after firing Brandon Hyde. While Pujols is also considered a frontrunner for the Angels' job, Baltimore's connection to Pujols and their promising roster make it an attractive option. This would mark Pujols's first managerial role in MLB, following his coaching experience in winter ball and with the Dominican Republic team.
The Blue Jays lead the ALDS 2-0 over the Yankees after a high-scoring game, with standout performances from Guerrero Jr. and Varsho, while Yankees' pitcher Weaver struggles. Rays' VP Carlos Rodriguez departs, and Orioles are suggested to pursue big signings like Cody Bellinger to bolster their roster. The series continues with Game 3 at Yankee Stadium.
The article ranks eight MLB managerial openings, highlighting the Atlanta Braves as the most desirable job due to their strong roster and potential for success, followed by the Orioles, Twins, Rangers, Giants, Nationals, Rockies, and Angels, with the Angels offering the least job security and prospects for winning.
The Orioles are on an impressive 8-1 winning streak in September, sweeping the Pirates and preparing for a challenging series against the Blue Jays, with key players and strategic considerations highlighted.
The article recounts a thrilling baseball game at Camden Yards where Yoshinobu Yamamoto nearly pitched a no-hitter for the Dodgers, but the Orioles staged a dramatic comeback to win 4-3, highlighting the emotional and unpredictable nature of baseball.
The Baltimore Orioles staged a dramatic ninth-inning rally to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-3, after nearly being no-hit by Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who was one out away from a no-hitter. Jackson Holliday's two-out homer sparked the comeback, leading to four runs in the inning and a victory for the Orioles, marking a rare and exciting MLB game.