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Orioles waste Rogers’ sterling start, lose to Rockies in 11, 6-5
DENVER—The Orioles’ trip to Coors Field ended in the most painful way possible when, after taking a two-run lead in the top of the 11th, reliever Grant Wolfram allowed three runs in the bottom of the inning for a 6-5 loss before 15,616 on Wednesday. Brett Sullivan’s two-run single was the game-winner. After Colton Cowser […]
Albernaz on Orioles’ schedule: ‘We know what’s ahead of us’
DENVER—After Wednesday’s game, the Orioles return home for their final 22 games. All will be in the Eastern time zone, 19 are against contenders and 13 are against the American League East. On the upcoming homestand, the Orioles play four games against the Boston Red Sox and three against the Cleveland Guardians. “Definitely excited,” manager […]
Holliday’s error hurts De León in his debut as Orioles lose to Rockies, 4-2
DENVER—In the bottom of the seventh inning, Orioles manager Craig Albernaz decided to introduce Luis De León to major league baseball. His introduction lasted five batters and produced two runs for the Colorado Rockies. Those two runs broke a 2-2 tie and gave the Rockies a 4-2 win over the Orioles before 16,334 at Coors […]
My Stuff: Pre-Internet Orioles Research Tools
When I wrote a book on Orioles history more than a quarter-century ago, I couldn’t summon information with just a couple of clicks. Believe it or not, I managed. (Note from John: The Bird Tapes grew out of a shoebox filled with microcassettes containing old interviews with former Baltimore Oriole players, managers and executives. The […]
Kjerstad has exciting 2 days — fatherhood, joining Orioles; Robert, De León embrace new chances
DENVER—It’s been an exciting past two days for Heston Kjerstad. The Orioles recalled the outfielder/designated hitter from Triple-A Norfolk, and he became a father on Monday. His wife, Klaire, gave birth to a son, Krue, and she encouraged him not to pass up the opportunity he’s been waiting for all year. “It’s definitely probably the […]
Orioles make multiple roster moves, adding Robert, Kjerstad, De León, Suárez, placing Franklin on IL
DENVER—The Orioles made a bevy of moves ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Rockies as rosters expanded to 28 players. Outfielder Luis Robert Jr., who was claimed off waivers from the New York Mets on Monday, was activated. Outfielder/designated hitter Heston Kjerstad was recalled from Triple-A Norfolk. Left-handed pitcher Luis De León and right-hander Albert […]
Kjerstad, De León to be added to Orioles’ roster
DENVER—As the rosters expand to 28 players, the Orioles are calling up outfielder/designated hitter Heston Kjerstad and left-handed reliever Luis De León from Triple-A Norfolk. Kjerstad, the overall No. 2 choice in the 2020 draft, had a slow start to the season after missing the first six weeks with a strained right hamstring. He hit […]
Calling the Pen: Cowser’s catch is another Mile High Miracle
Two of the most stunning and spectacular plays in Baltimore sports history have happened in Denver, which we might consider calling the Mile High Miracle City. The first occurred on January 12th, 2013, when Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco threw a long, arcing pass that landed in the arms of Jacoby Jones for a 70-yard, game-tying […]
Cowser’s spectacular catch saves Orioles’ 2-1 win over Rockies: ‘Best play I’ve ever seen’
DENVER—Colton Cowser ran back toward the center-field wall as quickly as he could. He timed his jump perfectly and had his glove above the wall when he snared Jake McCarthy’s drive to prevent it from being a game-winning home run for the Colorado Rockies. Instead, it was an incredible catch and a thrilling win for […]
Should Orioles retire Mike Mussina’s No. 35? | MAILBAG
Question: Now that Adley Rutschman has been traded, can we start a movement for the O’s to retire number 35. Mike Mussina was only the second-best pitcher in Orioles history. From: Dan in Hunt Valley Answer: Dan, you’re certainly able to start a movement to retire Mike Mussina’s No. 35, but I don’t think the […]
Albernaz excited about addition of Robert; Bautista needs more rehab games; Orioles not committing to 6-man rotation
DENVER—Luis Robert Jr. is expected to join the Orioles on Tuesday when the roster expands to 28. Robert will provide the Orioles with another right-handed hitting outfielder, one that manager Craig Albernaz says he can use. “We’re excited to have Luis,” Albernaz said. “That’s a great, great addition. The talent stands out big time, especially […]
Calling the Pen: Henderson lifts Orioles’ hopes, but the climb hasn’t been easy
Before he powered a sweep of the Athletics on Sunday with his bat, and before he helped win Saturday’s game with his glove and arm, Gunnar Henderson showed me something on a play he didn’t make. He sprinted into foul territory in pursuit of a foul ball, with Dylan Beavers and Christian Encarnacion-Strand also giving […]
Orioles claim outfielder Luis Robert Jr. off waivers; Povich recalled to start Monday night’s game
DENVER–The Orioles on Monday claimed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. off waivers from the New York Mets. The Orioles will be responsible for just under $3 million remaining on Robert’s $20 million contract, as well as the $2 million buyout if a $20 million option for 2027 isn’t exercised. A 29-year-old right-handed hitter, Robert batted .223 […]
Orioles continue their successful road trip, eye .500 for 1st time since April
If the Orioles win on Monday night at Colorado, they’ll be at .500 for the first time since winning the first game of a doubleheader on April 30th. In the first six games of a nine-game road trip, the Orioles (68-69) are 5-1 and one game under .500 since losing the second game of that […]
Is this Orioles team unlovable? | MAILBAG
Question: Lots of negativity has been heaped on the 2026 Orioles. I’ve read complaints about individual players, the team as a whole, management, coaches, the front office, and the owner. Despite all the negativity, with a couple of days until September, the Orioles are just a game back from the last wild-card slot. I can’t […]
Using critical September games as starting points for Orioles’ 2027 decisions
There are four weeks left in the season, and the Orioles are one game behind the Guardians for the third wild-card spot in the American League. Whether they can continue a push for the final wild-card spot is the biggest question for September. But there are other important questions that need to be answered in […]
Orioles’ options for adding September players
On Tuesday, the Orioles get to add two players when the roster expands to 28. One can be a pitcher, the other a position player. Let’s take a look at some of the options for those 27th and 28th players on their roster. Position Players: Jeremiah Jackson Jackson was sent to Triple-A Norfolk on August […]
Blaze Alexander returns from injured list, playing shortstop with Henderson not in Orioles lineup
The Orioles activated utility player Blaze Alexander from the 10-day injured list before Friday night’s game in Sacramento against the Athletics. Alexander hasn’t played since he fractured his left hand on July 12th when he was hit by a pitch from Kansas City’s Lucas Erceg. Alexander, who’s started games at six positions—second base, third base, […]
Mancini to retire as an Oriole on September 19th
Trey Mancini, who announced his retirement from baseball on August 18th, will officially retire as an Oriole. Mancini, whose valiant fight against colon cancer inspired fans around the country, will appear at Oriole Park for a ceremony before the team’s 4:05 p.m. game against the Milwaukee Brewers on September 19th. He’ll sign a one-day contract […]
Peter Schmuck’s short take: If the Orioles are going to make a playoff run, they better start sprinting right now
Considering the way the 2026 season has gone, it’s nice to see the Orioles put together a couple of series wins over the past week, but we all know that won’t be enough. Two steps forward, one step back might be acceptable under other circumstances, but the O’s find themselves needing to win at least […]
Orioles’ minor league notebook: Azocar having a blast at Frederick, Layton making adjustments
When the Orioles acquired five players from the Boston Red Sox in the Adley Rutschman deal on August 3rd, most of the attention was on two top pitchers, right-handers Anthony Eyanson and Kyle Witherspoon. Eyanson, the Orioles’ No. 2 prospect according to MLB Pipeline, threw 3 2/3 scoreless innings for Double-A Chesapeake, allowing three hits […]
Will Orioles recall Heston Kjerstad? | MAILBAG
Question: We need Heston Kjerstad. His bat is much better than Christian Franklin. Why isn’t he being given the opportunity? Even if he is not in the long-term plans, he is good trade material if he can demonstrate he can hit in “The Show.” From: Lee Kleiman Answer: Lee, I’ve answered several questions about Heston […]
Rogers allows 6 runs as Orioles drop series finale to Cardinals, 7-5
ST. LOUIS—After scoring 21 runs in the first two games against the St. Louis Cardinals, the Orioles were poised for a three-game sweep. Their chances looked good since the Cardinals were planning a bullpen game, but things didn’t work out very well for the Orioles. Oriole starter Trevor Rogers allowed six runs in five innings, […]
Alonso’s streak goes on; Orioles-Cardinals lineups
ST. LOUIS—Pete Alonso will play in his 550th consecutive game on Thursday. For the second time in the three game series against the Cardinals, Alonso will be the designated hitter, something he’s done often since tweaking his right calf muscle earlier this month at Tampa Bay. “We have the DH spot available,” Orioles manager Craig […]
After blowing 7-0 lead, Encarnacion-Strand’s 9th-inning double gives Orioles 8-7 win over Cardinals
ST. LOUIS—When Blaze Alexander went on the injured list with a fractured left hand, the Orioles recalled third baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand from Triple-A Norfolk, where he’d been compiling impressive statistics since his acquisition from Cincinnati in April. In the last six weeks, Encarnacion-Strand has become indispensable for the Orioles. On Wednesday night, after the Orioles […]
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