The O’s have won their series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, two games to one, and are just two games back of the third AL Wild Card spot! Our Stephen Heckman recaps the exciting series:
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Texas swept away: O’s sweep Rangers in Arlington for first time since 2013
The O’s swept the Texas Rangers in Arlington yesterday and swept the season series overall! Our Stephen Heckman recaps the exciting series:
O’s acquire clubhouse-favorite Brett Phillips from Rays
The Orioles have acquired outfielder Brett Phillips from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for cash considerations. Our Stephen Heckman reports the details:
Orioles, Rangers set for 3-game series in Arlington
The O’s are in Arlington to play the Rangers for a three-game set right before the MLB Trade Deadline! Our Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview:
Trey Mancini traded to Astros in 3-team deal
The Orioles have traded longtime face of the team, Trey Mancini, to the Houston Astros. Our Stephen Heckman reports the details of the trade, including the return for the O’s:
O’s drop series to Reds, fall back to .500
The O’s started off their series against the Reds red-hot, but they ultimately dropped two of three to Cincinnati. Our Stephen Heckman recaps the series:
Orioles fly high to Cincinnati for 3-game interleague series
The O’s continue to roll, as they begin a three-game series against the Cincinnati Reds! Our Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview:
O’s take 3 of 4 from Rays, even season series
The Orioles are back over .500, after taking three of four from the Tampa Bay Rays! Our Stephen Heckman recaps the exciting, yet emotional series for the O’s and their fans:
Aberdeen soars to shortened series victory
The IronBirds returned from the All-Star Break winning their shortened three-game weekend series against Greenville! Our Stephen Heckman recaps the weekend in IronBirds baseball:
Low Tide: Bulls Sweep Tides in shortened series
It was another disappointing series for Norfolk, as they dropped all three games of their shortened weekend series against Durham. Our Stephen Heckman recaps the weekend in Tides baseball:
O’s fall short against Yankees in weekend battle
The O’s fought hard against the Yankees over the weekend but ultimately dropped two of three to the division leaders. Our Stephen Heckman recaps the series:
O’s open second half against Yankees
The O’s open up the second half of the season against the division rival Yankees! Our Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview:
O’s draft selections: Day 3
The Orioles were once again pitcher-heavy on the final day of the 2022 MLB Draft! Stephen Heckman reports:
Tides split series, remain under .500
The Tides remain under the .500 mark, as they split their series with Worcester. Stephen Heckman recaps your week in Tides baseball:
O’s draft selections: Day 2
The O’s went pitcher-heavy on Day Two of the MLB Draft, with sprinkles of college bats thrown in! Our Stephen Heckman reports:
BlueClaws ground IronBirds in 4-2 series
The Aberdeen IronBirds dropped their series with the Blue Claws, four games to two. Our Stephen Heckman recaps your week in IronBirds baseball:
O’s Draft Day selections: Day 1
The Orioles made their first four selections of the 2022 MLB Draft last night, with Jackson Holliday being their first overall pick! Stephen Heckman recaps each selection from Day One:
Rays stop red hot Orioles: O’s .500 at break
The O’s lost their series against the Rays, entering the All-Star Break at .500 and winners of 11 of their last 13 games. Our Stephen Heckman recaps the series:
Orioles announce Minor League Players of Month for June
The O’s have announced their Minor League Players of the Month for June, right-hander Peter Van Loon and outfielder Heston Kjerstad! Stephen Heckman reports:
And the No. 1 pick is…
The Orioles have the No. 1 overall pick in this year’s MLB Draft! Who will they select? Our Stephen Heckman reports:
Windy City gets Charmed, O’s sweep short series to 10th straight win
The Orioles have won 10 straight games and have swept three consecutive series! Stephen Heckman recaps this brief yet exciting series against the Cubs:
O’s are at .500: Where to go from here
The Orioles have reached the .500 mark and have won nine straight games! But the question is – Where do the O’s go from here? Our Stephen Heckman reports:
Tides split series with Jumbo Shrimp
The Tides split their latest series with Jacksonville, including a 14-strikeout performance from top prospect D.L. Hall! Stephen Heckman recaps your week in Tides baseball:
IronBirds fly through Cyclones to win series
The IronBirds continue to roll through the second half, taking four of six from the Cyclones! Stephen Heckman recaps your week in IronBirds baseball:
Undefeated homestand: Orioles sweep Angels, winners of last 8
Orioles Magic is back, as the O’s are winners of their last eight after sweeping the Los Angeles Angels! Stephen Heckman recaps the exciting series:
Gunnar Henderson to represent O’s in Futures Game
Gunnar Henderson will officially be the Orioles’ representative for the 2022 SiriusXM All-Stars Futures Game! Stephen Heckman reports:
Birds set to battle Halos for 4 games at OPACY
The O’s look to extend their win streak to a season-high five games, as they begin their four-game series against the Los Angeles Angels! Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview:
How sweep it is: Orioles take all 3 against Rangers
The O’s completed their first sweep of 2022, defeating the Rangers in all three games played! Stephen Heckman recaps the exciting series:
Tides rise to take series against Stripers
The Tides had a week that saw their first cycle since becoming an Orioles affiliate and, more importantly, a series win against Gwinnett! Stephen Heckman recaps your week in Tides baseball:
Aberdeen splits series with Winston-Salem
The IronBirds keep their second half going by splitting their series against Winston-Salem. Stephen Heckman recaps your week in IronBirds baseball:
Orioles, Fireworks & Rangers: Series Preview 7/4/22 – 7/7/22
The O’s begin their seven-game home stand with a four-game set against the Texas Rangers! Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview:
Orioles set to face Twins for final time this season: Series Preview 7/1/22 – 7/3/22
The O’s head Northeast to Minnesota to start their three-game series against the Twins! Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview:
Orioles come up short in Seattle, take 1 of 3: Series Recap 6/27/22 – 6/29/22
The O’s ended their streak of six series wins, dropping two of three games from the Mariners. Stephen Heckman recaps the series:
O’s top prospects promoted to Double-A level
Three of the O’s top-10 prospects have been promoted to Double-A Bowie! Who are they? Stephen Heckman reports:
Orioles look to stay hot in Seattle: Series Preview 6/27/22 – 6/29/22
It’s another late-night series for the O’s, as they had to T-Mobile Park to play the Seattle Mariners for three! Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview:
Tides lose series to IronPigs
The Tides may be having a rough season as a whole, but O’s top prospects are making their case at the Triple-A level. Stephen Heckman recaps your week in Tides baseball:
Blue Rocks slow down red hot IronBirds
The IronBirds have slowed down a bit since winning the first half division title, but certain youngsters and a Dark Knight battled the Blue Rocks this week! Stephen Heckman recaps your week in IronBirds baseball:
Jorge López: Trusting the process of baseball and life
It’s not been a smooth ride for O’s closer Jorge López in his big league career. But a change from rotation to bullpen, along with the inspiration of courage and bravery from his son Mikael, López has become one of the game’s best out of the bullpen in 2022. Stephen Heckman reports:
Orioles set to play White Sox from the South Side: Series Preview 6/23/22 – 6/26/22
The O’s are headed to the South Side, as they begin a four-game series with the White Sox! Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview:
SAL North First Half Champ IronBirds continue to fly high
The First Half Champion Aberdeen IronBirds rolled through yet another series, with O’s top prospects shining along the way! Stephen Heckman recaps your week in IronBirds baseball:
Tides drop series against Mets
The Tides had individual stand-outs this week but ultimately lose their series to the Mets. Stephen Heckman recaps the week in Tides baseball:
IronBirds fly to first half title
The Aberdeen IronBirds are First Half Champions and are headed back to the postseason in September! Stephen Heckman reports:
O’s designate Lowther, claim Araúz from Boston
The Orioles have designated left-hander Zac Lowther for assignment and have claimed infielder Jonathan Araúz off waivers from Boston. Stephen Heckman reports:
Aberdeen takes series against Brooklyn: Weekly Recap 6/7/22 – 6/12/22
The IronBirds won yet another series this past week, even having one pitcher win SAL Pitcher of the Week! Stephen Heckman recaps your week in IronBirds baseball:
Tides rise against Nashville: Weekly Recap 6/7/22 – 6/12/22
The Norfolk Tides are 7-3 in their last 10 games and took four of six from Nashville this past week! Stephen Heckman recaps your week in Tides baseball:
The “other” O’s pitching prospects
With Grayson Rodriguez out for a significant amount of time, who is the next O’s pitching prospect to step up and make their way to the big league club this season? Stephen Heckman reports:
O’s Carlos Tavera named MiLB Pitcher of the Month
O’s prospect Carlos Tavera has officially been announced as Pitcher of the Month for May! Stephen Heckman reports:
O’s top prospects Westburg, Henderson moving up to Triple-A
The Orioles have announced that top prospects Gunnar Henderson and Jordan Westburg have both been promoted to Triple-A Norfolk! Stephen Heckman reports:
Extra Mayo, please!
Coby Mayo is making his way up the O’s prospect rankings, powering his way through High-A so far in 2022! Stephen Heckman reports:
O’s make minor league moves for second straight day
The O’s had made another set of minor league roster moves, their second straight day of transactions. Stephen Heckman reports:
Tides slay Knights in near sweep: Weekly Recap 5/17/22 – 5/22/22
The Tides had a much-needed series win against the Charlotte Knights, taking five of six. Stephen Heckman recaps your week in Tides baseball:
Orioles meet Yankees for 3 in Bronx: Series Preview 5/23/22 – 5/25/22
The O’s are headed north to the Bronx to play the Yankees in a three-game set. Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview:
Aberdeen loses first series of season to Rome: Weekly Recap 5/17/22 – 5/22/22
As hard as it is to believe, the Aberdeen IronBirds lost their first series of the season this past week against the Rome Braves. Stephen Heckman recaps your week in IronBirds baseball:
Scrappy O’s walk-off Rays twice in series win: Series Recap 5/20/22 – 5/22/22
Orioles Magic filled Oriole Park at Camden Yards this weekend, as the debuting Adley Rutschman and the rest of the never-say-die O’s won their series against the Rays, two games to one! Stephen Heckman recaps the series:
O’s, Means agree to 2-year deal, avoid arbitration
The Orioles and John Means have agreed to a two-year, $5.925 million deal to avoid arbitration. Stephen Heckman reports:
O’s Fry traded to Diamondbacks for 19-year-old pitcher
The Orioles last night traded lefty Paul Fry to the Arizona Diamondbacks for 19-year-old righty pitcher, Luis Osorio. Stephen Heckman reports:
O’s Matt Harvey suspended 60 games by MLB
Orioles right-hander Matt Harvey has officially been suspended 60 games for distribution of a banned substance. Stephen Heckman reports:
Tides’ struggles continue against Redbirds: Weekly Recap 5/10/22 – 5/15/22
It was another rough week in Norfolk, as they Tides dropped another series. Stephen Heckman recaps your week in Tides baseball:
IronBirds continue to fly high, nearly sweep Renegades: Weekly Recap 5/10/22 – 5/15/22
Would you be surprised if we told you it was a great series for the IronBirds? We didn’t think so! Stephen Heckman recaps your week in IronBirds baseball:
O’s name Prieto & Watson Minor League Players of the Month
The Orioles have announced their Minor League Players of the Month as infielder César Prieto and right-handed pitcher Ryan Watson! Stephen Heckman reports:
Kyle Bradish: The First Wave
Kyle Bradish is here to stay, after a dominant start against the St. Louis Cardinals last night! Stephen Heckman reports:
IronBirds continue to fly high with series win over Cyclones: Weekly Recap 5/3/22 – 5/8/22
It was yet another impressive series win for the IronBirds, as they showed off against the Brooklyn Cyclones! Stephen Heckman recaps your week in IronBirds baseball:
Baysox win soggy series against Harrisburg, Henderson shines: Weekly Recap 5/3/22 – 5/8/22
The Baysox had a much-needed series win over the Harrisburg Senators, with contributions from three of the organization’s top prospects! Stephen Heckman recaps your week in Baysox baseball:
Kansas City visits Baltimore for 3 at OPACY: Series Preview 5/8/22 – 5/9/22
The O’s are set to battle the rain and the visiting Kansas City Royals for a three-game set. Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview:
Top prospect battery set to join Norfolk Tides
As announced earlier today, O’s top prospects Adley Rutschman and D.L. Hall will be added to the Triple-A Norfolk Tides roster Friday. Stephen Heckman reports:
Orioles claim Logan Allen off waivers from Cleveland
The Orioles have claimed left-hander Logan Allen off waivers from the Cleveland Guardians. Stephen Heckman reports:
Norfolk struggles against Stripers, drop 5 of 6: Weekly Recap 4/26/22 – 5/1/22
The Norfolk Tides had a miserable series against the Stripers, dropping five of six. Stephen Heckman recaps your week in Tides baseball:
Aberdeen takes series with 5 straight wins: Weekly Recap 4/26/22 – 5/1/22
The IronBirds won five straight against the Blue Claws, with a little help from rehabbing top prospects Adley Rutschman and D.L. Hall. Stephen Heckman recaps your week in IronBirds baseball:
Future is now: Kyle Bradish is here in Birdland
As announced earlier today, the Orioles are calling up their No. 10 prospect, right-hander Kyle Bradish, to start tomorrow night against the Boston Red Sox in his Major League debut. Stephen Heckman reports:
IronBirds flying high after winning set against Grasshoppers: Weekly Recap 4/19/22 – 4/24/22
The IronBirds are rolling through the South Atlantic League, taking four of six from the Greensboro Grasshoppers. Stephen Heckman recaps your week in IronBirds baseball:
Tides split series with Durham: Weekly Recap 4/19/22 – 4/24/22
The Tides split their first series against the Durham Bulls this past week. Stephen Heckman recaps your week in Tides baseball:
John Means to undergo Tommy John, miss all of 2022 season
As announced earlier today, John Means will undergo Tommy John Surgery, ending his 2022 season. Stephen Heckman reports:
Can the Orioles get any respect?
With ESPN’s latest MLB Power Rankings having the Orioles as the worst team in baseball to start the season, our very own Stephen Heckman explains that no matter how much the O’s prove people’s expectations wrong, respect will always be rarely mentioned:
O’s top prospect Kyle Bradish named I.L. Pitcher of the Week
O’s No. 10 prospect, right-hander Kyle Bradish, has been named International League Pitcher of the Week. Stephen Heckman reports:
IronBirds fly high against Blue Rocks: Weekly Recap 4/12/22 – 4/17/22
The Aberdeen IronBirds split their six-game series with the Wilmington Blue Rocks, giving them a 6-3 record to begin the season. Stephen Heckman recaps the week in IronBirds baseball:
Tides roll high against RailRiders: Weekly Recap 4/12/22 – 4/17/22
The Norfolk Tides took five of six against the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders this week, improving their season record to 8-4. Stephen Heckman recaps your week in Tides baseball:
Kyle Stowers: The other 2019 pick is big league ready
Many outfield prospects in the Orioles farm system are knocking on the door to the big leagues in 2022, but maybe none more than the O’s No. 8 prospect, Kyle Stowers. Stephen Heckman reports:
O’s redefining Akin in new bullpen role
Keegan Akin has shined so far this season going from the starting rotation to the bullpen, and he seems to like his new role with the team! Stephen Heckman reports:
IronBirds sweep BlueClaws in season-opening series: Weekly Recap 4/8/22 – 4/10/22
The Aberdeen IronBirds opened up the 2022 season with a bang, as they swept the Jersey Shore BlueClaws in three games. Stephen Heckman reports on who stood out this weekend:
Norfolk takes 3 of 6 to begin 2022: Weekly Recap 4/5/22 – 4/10/22
The Norfolk Tides began their season winning three of six from the Charlotte Knights. Stephen Heckman reports your weekly recap of Tides baseball:
Rodriguez fires on all cylinders in Triple-A debut
Grayson Rodriguez shined in his Triple-A debut last night for the Norfolk Tides! Stephen Heckman reports on just how good he was:
Norfolk Tides walk it off to get first win
The Tides got their first win of the season last night in walk-off fashion! A five-run comeback, along with a strong showing from the bullpen, helped Norfolk come out on top. Stephen Heckman reports:
Orioles re-sign Matt Harvey to minor league deal, trade Mason McCoy to Mariners
The Orioles have re-signed right-handed veteran Matt Harvey to a minor deal and have traded infielder Mason McCoy to the Seattle Mariners. Stephen Heckman reports:
Delmarva Shorebirds announce 2022 Opening Day roster
The Baby Birds are back, and baseball on Delmarva is ready to kick off Friday, April 8, at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium against the Fredericksburg Nationals.
Baltimore Orioles announce 2022 roster
Opening Day is just over 24 hours away, and the Orioles have officially announced their 2022 Opening Day roster! Stephen Heckman reports:
Bowie Baysox announce 2022 Opening Day roster
The Bowie Baysox have officially announced their 2022 Opening Day roster! Stephen Heckman reports on who to keep an eye on this year at the Double-A level:
O’s agree to deal with Trey Mancini, avoid arbitration
The Orioles have agreed to terms with Trey Mancini on a new contract for the 2022 season, avoiding arbitration. Stephen Heckman reports:
O’s 2022 Opening Day sneak peak
With Spring Training in full swing and the season only a week away, the Orioles roster is starting to take shape.
O’s add catching depth, add Beau Taylor on minors deal
The O’s have added to their catching depth by signing Beau Taylor to a minor league deal. Stephen Heckman reports:
O’s re-sign Chris Ellis to minors deal, Adley sidelined & more
The Orioles have re-signed right-hander Chris Ellis to a minor league deal, with an invite to spring training. Plus, Adley Rutschman has been sidelined and much more. Stephen Heckman reports:
O’s sign Chris Owings, bring back Conner Greene on minors deals
The Orioles have signed utility man Chris Owings and re-signed right-hander Conner Greene to minor league deals, with invites to spring training. Stephen Heckman has all the details:
Roster Inflation: O’s announce 2022 spring training non-roster invitees
The Orioles have announced their 2022 spring training non-roster invitees! Writer Stephen Heckman gives us insight on who could stand out and maybe even earn a roster spot:
PLAY BALL: MLB & MLBPA agree to new CBA
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the world where billionaires look to instill their power over millionaires, only to come up in the end breaking even.
Norfolk Tides release 2022 promotional schedule
The Norfolk Tides have announced their promotional schedule for the 2022 season. Stephen Heckman reports:
Are we alone?
It’s March 31, 2022! Here I stand looking at the numbers off Eutaw Street. My eyes glance out to the green grass that fills the outfield. The smell of infield dirt circles the air as a gentle breeze fills the warm sunny day.
O’s sign RHP Wes Robertson to minors deal
The Baltimore Orioles have stayed busy with their Minor League organizations this offseason, and that statement was true yet again earlier this afternoon.
Baseball’s Lucky No. 7
Baseball’s relationship with the No. 7 is one that spans more than a century. But why is that lucky number so crucial to the sport’s future? Stephen Heckman reports:
Manfred: More like Manfraud
OPINON-BASED PIECE: Anyone with any interest in baseball is well aware that owners locked out players on December 1, 2021, after spending $2.1 billion in new contracts and contract extensions.
Orioles announce full 2022 minor league coaching staff & personnel
Major League Baseball may be locked out as owners and players fight over money, but that doesn’t mean the Minor Leagues can’t conduct business as usual.
Battery of… Kickers?
Most Orioles fans know Adley Rutschman as the top prospect in all of baseball and Grayson Rodriguez as the top pitching prospect. They are the battery of the future for the Orioles, who hold high expectations to go along with the massive fan fair that is following their rise to stardom.
The Baltimore Battery 