The Baltimore Orioles reportedly signed right-handed relief pitcher Ryan Helsley on Saturday, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. The deal runs for two years and is worth $28 million, or $14 million per year, pending a physical. Helsley’s acquisition bolsters a depleted Baltimore bullpen that is operating without closer Félix Bautista for 2026. The team also traded away relievers … [Read more...] about Newest Orioles Acquisition Provides High-Risk, High-Reward Value
Report: Orioles Ink a New Closer to Two-Year Deal
The Baltimore Orioles are signing closer Ryan Helsley to a two-year contract, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The deal, pending a physical, is worth $14 million a year, with an opt-out after the first year. Jun 9, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Ryan Helsley (56) pitches against the Toronto Blue Jays during the ninth inning at Busch Stadium. … [Read more...] about Report: Orioles Ink a New Closer to Two-Year Deal
Orioles Move Young Pitcher for Veteran Bat to Bolster Lineup
The Baltimore Orioles announced a trade with the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night, swapping right-handed pitcher Grayson Rodriguez for outfielder Taylor Ward. The deal marks the second trade for Baltimore this offseason, coming off a disappointing 2025 campaign. Right-handed relief pitcher Andrew Kittredge found himself back with the team following a trade for cash … [Read more...] about Orioles Move Young Pitcher for Veteran Bat to Bolster Lineup
The Orioles Should Target Two Big Name Outfielders in Free Agency
The Baltimore Orioles are in desperate need of offensive power, especially in their outfield. The team must be prepared to go full throttle into the free agency market following a disappointing 2025 season. Ramon Laureano was statistically the team’s best outfielder in 2025, earning a 3.0 WAR with a .290/.355/.884 slash line. Outside of that, Dylan Carlson, Heston Kjerstad, and … [Read more...] about The Orioles Should Target Two Big Name Outfielders in Free Agency
Trading All-Star Catcher Now Could Net Big Haul for Orioles
The Baltimore Orioles are poised to have an active offseason following a disappointing 2025 campaign. The annual Winter Meetings will kick off three weeks from now, while talks of free agent signings are heating up. The hot stove is on full blast. One curious detail in a recent article from Jim Bowden of The Athletic concerns Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman. Bowden writes that … [Read more...] about Trading All-Star Catcher Now Could Net Big Haul for Orioles