ORLANDO–Now, it’s on to the pitching. The Orioles’ pursuit of a big bat and big news from the Winter Meetings was successful with their agreement on a five-year, $155 million contract with slugger Pete Alonso. The move gives the Orioles one of the top sluggers in baseball and an everyday first baseman. With Alonso joining the newly acquired Taylor Ward, Gunnar Henderson, … [Read more...] about Addition of Alonso produces memorable Winter Meetings for Orioles
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Orioles’ signing of Pete Alonso is official; Maverick Handley designated for assignment
The Orioles made Pete Alonso’s signing official on Thursday. Alonso, the five-time All-Star who signed a five-year, $155 million deal, will be introduced on Friday afternoon. Alonso’s addition has been greeted with glee by Oriole fans, who had been skeptical of the team’s willingness to offer large deals. To make room for Alonso on the 40-man roster, the Orioles designated … [Read more...] about Orioles’ signing of Pete Alonso is official; Maverick Handley designated for assignment
Utah Judge allows cameras, for now, in trial of man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk
Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old Utah man facing the death penalty for allegedly assassinating rising conservative star Charlie Kirk, made his first in-person appearance in a Utah courtroom Thursday ahead of a judge's ruling that a camera can stay in the courtroom for now. … [Read more...] about Utah Judge allows cameras, for now, in trial of man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk
Who Could Land Marlins Starter If He’s Traded
Edward Cabrera remains one of the more intriguing controllable starters on the trade market — a hard-throwing right-hander with strikeout stuff, upside, and years of team control. He’s been the subject of trade speculation for much of 2025. As the Winter Meetings heat up, several clubs make sense as suitors. Here are three. Feb 17, 2024; Jupiter, FL, USA; Miami Marlins starting … [Read more...] about Who Could Land Marlins Starter If He’s Traded
5 questions about the Kilmar Abrego Garcia detention case
In March, Abrego Garcia was arrested and flown back to El Salvador despite an immigration judge's order that he not be returned to his home country. … [Read more...] about 5 questions about the Kilmar Abrego Garcia detention case