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What they’re saying about the Orioles signing Pete Alonso

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The Orioles’ $155 million signing of first baseman Pete Alonso is drawing a lot of reaction from those inside baseball and those who cover it. Here is a sample: Tim Britton and Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic: “Alonso, who will play 2026 at 31 years old, has hit at least 34 home runs in each 162-game season of his career; he hit 16 but was on pace for 43 in the pandemic-shortened … [Read more...] about What they’re saying about the Orioles signing Pete Alonso

Pete Alonso Signs With Baltimore Orioles

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The Baltimore Orioles and first baseman Pete Alonso agreed on a five-year deal Wednesday, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan.   BREAKING: First baseman Pete Alonso and the Baltimore Orioles are finalizing a five-year, $155 million contract, sources tell ESPN. Alonso leaves the Mets to make a loaded AL East even better. — Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 10, 2025   Pete Alonso … [Read more...] about Pete Alonso Signs With Baltimore Orioles

Orioles Matched Phillies’ Offer To Kyle Schwarber

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The first major free agent chip fell this morning with Kyle Schwarber returning to Philadelphia on a five-year, $150MM deal. The reunion seemed likely from the start, though the slugger had several other suitors, including at least one willing to match the $150MM price tag. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported the Orioles offered Schwarber the same deal he ultimately accepted … [Read more...] about Orioles Matched Phillies’ Offer To Kyle Schwarber