Jake Rill
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The Orioles are making some changes to their front office, according to a source (and as first reported by @rochkubatko.bsky.social).
More on the promotions featuring Brendan Fournie to assistant GM, Matt Blood shifting roles and Will Robertson leading Draft operations: www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
More on the promotions featuring Brendan Fournie to assistant GM, Matt Blood shifting roles and Will Robertson leading Draft operations: www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
Elias promotes several members of Orioles' front office staff (source)
BALTIMORE -- Prior to the 2025 season, Mike Elias was promoted from general manager to president of baseball operations in Baltimore. Now, the Orioles’ front office is undergoing more modifications ah...
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November 8, 2025 at 5:41 PM
The Orioles are making some changes to their front office, according to a source (and as first reported by @rochkubatko.bsky.social).
More on the promotions featuring Brendan Fournie to assistant GM, Matt Blood shifting roles and Will Robertson leading Draft operations: www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
More on the promotions featuring Brendan Fournie to assistant GM, Matt Blood shifting roles and Will Robertson leading Draft operations: www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
Dustin Lind is joining the Orioles as hitting coach, according to a source.
Lind has been the Phillies’ assistant hitting coach the past 2 seasons. Overlapped with Craig Albernaz on Giants’ staff from 2020-23.
@richdubroffmlb.bsky.social was on it first.
Lind has been the Phillies’ assistant hitting coach the past 2 seasons. Overlapped with Craig Albernaz on Giants’ staff from 2020-23.
@richdubroffmlb.bsky.social was on it first.
November 7, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Dustin Lind is joining the Orioles as hitting coach, according to a source.
Lind has been the Phillies’ assistant hitting coach the past 2 seasons. Overlapped with Craig Albernaz on Giants’ staff from 2020-23.
@richdubroffmlb.bsky.social was on it first.
Lind has been the Phillies’ assistant hitting coach the past 2 seasons. Overlapped with Craig Albernaz on Giants’ staff from 2020-23.
@richdubroffmlb.bsky.social was on it first.
RHP Anthony Nunez, who is now on Orioles' 40-man roster, was acquired from Mets in Cedric Mullins trade on July 31.
Nunez, 24, had to be protected from Rule 5 Draft this year. He had a 3.45 ERA in 16 relief appearances for Triple-A Norfolk this year, his 1st taste of the level.
Nunez, 24, had to be protected from Rule 5 Draft this year. He had a 3.45 ERA in 16 relief appearances for Triple-A Norfolk this year, his 1st taste of the level.
November 7, 2025 at 12:38 AM
RHP Anthony Nunez, who is now on Orioles' 40-man roster, was acquired from Mets in Cedric Mullins trade on July 31.
Nunez, 24, had to be protected from Rule 5 Draft this year. He had a 3.45 ERA in 16 relief appearances for Triple-A Norfolk this year, his 1st taste of the level.
Nunez, 24, had to be protected from Rule 5 Draft this year. He had a 3.45 ERA in 16 relief appearances for Triple-A Norfolk this year, his 1st taste of the level.
The 60-day IL players had to be re-added to the Orioles’ 40-man roster.
INF/OF Jorge Mateo and OF Dylan Carlson have become free agents. RHP Anthony Nunez’s contract was selected from Triple-A Norfolk. RHP Shawn Dubin was outrighted to Triple-A. LHP Josh Walker DFA’d. OF Pedro León claimed from Astros.
From today’s Orioles transactions log:
From today’s Orioles transactions log:
November 7, 2025 at 12:10 AM
The 60-day IL players had to be re-added to the Orioles’ 40-man roster.
INF/OF Jorge Mateo and OF Dylan Carlson have become free agents. RHP Anthony Nunez’s contract was selected from Triple-A Norfolk. RHP Shawn Dubin was outrighted to Triple-A. LHP Josh Walker DFA’d. OF Pedro León claimed from Astros.
From today’s Orioles transactions log:
From today’s Orioles transactions log:
November 7, 2025 at 12:09 AM
INF/OF Jorge Mateo and OF Dylan Carlson have become free agents. RHP Anthony Nunez’s contract was selected from Triple-A Norfolk. RHP Shawn Dubin was outrighted to Triple-A. LHP Josh Walker DFA’d. OF Pedro León claimed from Astros.
From today’s Orioles transactions log:
From today’s Orioles transactions log:
Start times for 2026 Orioles home games have been added to the schedule at Orioles.com/schedule.
Opening Day is March 26 vs. the Twins at 3:05 p.m.
Opening Day is March 26 vs. the Twins at 3:05 p.m.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Start times for 2026 Orioles home games have been added to the schedule at Orioles.com/schedule.
Opening Day is March 26 vs. the Twins at 3:05 p.m.
Opening Day is March 26 vs. the Twins at 3:05 p.m.
The Orioles’ 2026 promotional schedule is out.
Jackson Holliday is getting a bobblehead featuring his dog Coconut on April 11.
A Samuel Basallo bobblehead on May 23.
Another Star Wars Weekend from May 29-31.
And more:
Jackson Holliday is getting a bobblehead featuring his dog Coconut on April 11.
A Samuel Basallo bobblehead on May 23.
Another Star Wars Weekend from May 29-31.
And more:
November 6, 2025 at 6:07 PM
The Orioles’ 2026 promotional schedule is out.
Jackson Holliday is getting a bobblehead featuring his dog Coconut on April 11.
A Samuel Basallo bobblehead on May 23.
Another Star Wars Weekend from May 29-31.
And more:
Jackson Holliday is getting a bobblehead featuring his dog Coconut on April 11.
A Samuel Basallo bobblehead on May 23.
Another Star Wars Weekend from May 29-31.
And more:
There are now 3 active MLB managers with the name Craig:
Craig Albernaz (Orioles)
Craig Counsell (Cubs)
Craig Stammen (Padres)
No other MLB managers have had the first name Craig, though there was Roger Craig, who managed Padres (1978-79) and Giants (1985-92).
Craig Albernaz (Orioles)
Craig Counsell (Cubs)
Craig Stammen (Padres)
No other MLB managers have had the first name Craig, though there was Roger Craig, who managed Padres (1978-79) and Giants (1985-92).
November 6, 2025 at 5:34 PM
There are now 3 active MLB managers with the name Craig:
Craig Albernaz (Orioles)
Craig Counsell (Cubs)
Craig Stammen (Padres)
No other MLB managers have had the first name Craig, though there was Roger Craig, who managed Padres (1978-79) and Giants (1985-92).
Craig Albernaz (Orioles)
Craig Counsell (Cubs)
Craig Stammen (Padres)
No other MLB managers have had the first name Craig, though there was Roger Craig, who managed Padres (1978-79) and Giants (1985-92).
OF Enrique Bradfield Jr. (Orioles’ No. 4 prospect per MLB Pipeline), LHP Luis De Léon (O’s No. 21), C Ethan Anderson and RHP Tanner Smith are all participating in the Arizona Fall League’s Fall Stars Game:
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Rosters for Sunday's Fall Stars Game feature 8 of MLB's Top 100 prospects
The All-Star festivities at baseball’s most elite prospect circuit are always an unforgettable event. The 19th annual Fall Stars Game will be no different. This year’s iteration, set for 8 p.m. ET on ...
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November 6, 2025 at 3:30 PM
OF Enrique Bradfield Jr. (Orioles’ No. 4 prospect per MLB Pipeline), LHP Luis De Léon (O’s No. 21), C Ethan Anderson and RHP Tanner Smith are all participating in the Arizona Fall League’s Fall Stars Game:
www.mlb.com/milb/news/20...
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OF Leody Taveras is signing with Orioles, according to a source. Mike Rodriguez and @jonheyman.bsky.social were on it.
The 27-year-old Taveras is a switch-hitter who has previously played for Rangers (2020-25) and Mariners (2025).
The 27-year-old Taveras is a switch-hitter who has previously played for Rangers (2020-25) and Mariners (2025).
November 6, 2025 at 4:43 AM
OF Leody Taveras is signing with Orioles, according to a source. Mike Rodriguez and @jonheyman.bsky.social were on it.
The 27-year-old Taveras is a switch-hitter who has previously played for Rangers (2020-25) and Mariners (2025).
The 27-year-old Taveras is a switch-hitter who has previously played for Rangers (2020-25) and Mariners (2025).
George Soriano had a 5.95 ERA in 72 appearances (1 start) with Marlins from 2023-25.
The 26-year-old RHP had an 8.35 ERA in 24 games for Miami in 2025.
The 26-year-old RHP had an 8.35 ERA in 24 games for Miami in 2025.
Orioles announce they have claimed RHP George Soriano off waivers from the Marlins and designated OF Daniel Johnson for assignment.
40-man roster remains full.
40-man roster remains full.
November 5, 2025 at 7:38 PM
George Soriano had a 5.95 ERA in 72 appearances (1 start) with Marlins from 2023-25.
The 26-year-old RHP had an 8.35 ERA in 24 games for Miami in 2025.
The 26-year-old RHP had an 8.35 ERA in 24 games for Miami in 2025.
Orioles announce they have claimed RHP George Soriano off waivers from the Marlins and designated OF Daniel Johnson for assignment.
40-man roster remains full.
40-man roster remains full.
November 5, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Orioles announce they have claimed RHP George Soriano off waivers from the Marlins and designated OF Daniel Johnson for assignment.
40-man roster remains full.
40-man roster remains full.
The Orioles’ 2026 Spring Training schedule:
November 5, 2025 at 6:02 PM
The Orioles’ 2026 Spring Training schedule:
Craig Albernaz made a "6-7" joke. He quipped about his 5-foot-8 stature. His family -- especially his 2-year-old daughter Gigi -- stole the show.
As Albernaz spoke, it became quite clear why the Orioles picked their new manager -- and why he picked them:
www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
As Albernaz spoke, it became quite clear why the Orioles picked their new manager -- and why he picked them:
www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
Albernaz an 'all-around fit' for Orioles -- as they are for him
BALTIMORE -- On Tuesday morning, Craig Albernaz arrived for his introductory press conference and appeared at ease. The new Orioles manager sat on the dais on the ground floor of the Camden Yards ware...
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November 4, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Craig Albernaz made a "6-7" joke. He quipped about his 5-foot-8 stature. His family -- especially his 2-year-old daughter Gigi -- stole the show.
As Albernaz spoke, it became quite clear why the Orioles picked their new manager -- and why he picked them:
www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
As Albernaz spoke, it became quite clear why the Orioles picked their new manager -- and why he picked them:
www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
RHP Andrew Kittredge was traded from Orioles to Cubs on July 31, one of the moves made during the O's Trade Deadline selloff.
The 35-year-old had a 3.40 ERA in 54 appearances in '25.
Kittredge's contract signed with O's last offseason featured $9 million team option for '26.
The 35-year-old had a 3.40 ERA in 54 appearances in '25.
Kittredge's contract signed with O's last offseason featured $9 million team option for '26.
Orioles announce they have acquired RHP Andrew Kittredge from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for cash considerations.
November 4, 2025 at 7:03 PM
RHP Andrew Kittredge was traded from Orioles to Cubs on July 31, one of the moves made during the O's Trade Deadline selloff.
The 35-year-old had a 3.40 ERA in 54 appearances in '25.
Kittredge's contract signed with O's last offseason featured $9 million team option for '26.
The 35-year-old had a 3.40 ERA in 54 appearances in '25.
Kittredge's contract signed with O's last offseason featured $9 million team option for '26.
Orioles announce they have acquired RHP Andrew Kittredge from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for cash considerations.
November 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Orioles announce they have acquired RHP Andrew Kittredge from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for cash considerations.
Orioles announce they have agreed to terms with LHP Josh Walker on a one-year MLB contract for the 2026 season.
Walker was already on the club's 40-man roster.
Walker was already on the club's 40-man roster.
November 4, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Orioles announce they have agreed to terms with LHP Josh Walker on a one-year MLB contract for the 2026 season.
Walker was already on the club's 40-man roster.
Walker was already on the club's 40-man roster.
Orioles' Craig Albernaz: "We have to be a diverse offense. We have to do the little things right. When guys are struggling or going through a little rut, you have to find a way to keep the line moving and be productive for your team. ... That’s something we’re going to preach."
November 4, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Orioles' Craig Albernaz: "We have to be a diverse offense. We have to do the little things right. When guys are struggling or going through a little rut, you have to find a way to keep the line moving and be productive for your team. ... That’s something we’re going to preach."
Camden Yards update:
November 4, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Camden Yards update:
Craig Albernaz said he’s talked to about “6,7” Orioles players so far.
(His son CJ put him up to saying that)
Albernaz clarified that he actually has talked to about 6 or 7 guys so far and he’s excited about the talent on the roster.
(His son CJ put him up to saying that)
Albernaz clarified that he actually has talked to about 6 or 7 guys so far and he’s excited about the talent on the roster.
November 4, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Craig Albernaz said he’s talked to about “6,7” Orioles players so far.
(His son CJ put him up to saying that)
Albernaz clarified that he actually has talked to about 6 or 7 guys so far and he’s excited about the talent on the roster.
(His son CJ put him up to saying that)
Albernaz clarified that he actually has talked to about 6 or 7 guys so far and he’s excited about the talent on the roster.
Orioles control owner David Rubenstein said the team has no particular restraints while financially navigating the offseason. He wants to get the best possible players.
November 4, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Orioles control owner David Rubenstein said the team has no particular restraints while financially navigating the offseason. He wants to get the best possible players.
Mike Elias said he and Craig Albernaz are working in collaboration to build Orioles’ coaching staff. Elias said he wants Albernaz to be able to put his stamp on it.
November 4, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Mike Elias said he and Craig Albernaz are working in collaboration to build Orioles’ coaching staff. Elias said he wants Albernaz to be able to put his stamp on it.
Orioles manager Craig Albernaz: “I’m just excited. This is a dream come true for me.”
November 4, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Orioles manager Craig Albernaz: “I’m just excited. This is a dream come true for me.”
Manager Craig Albernaz presented with his new Orioles jersey
November 4, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Manager Craig Albernaz presented with his new Orioles jersey
Guardians manager Stephen Vogt is here sitting in the front row for new Orioles manager Craig Albernaz’s introductory press conference
November 4, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Guardians manager Stephen Vogt is here sitting in the front row for new Orioles manager Craig Albernaz’s introductory press conference