Baltimore Baseball

When I interviewed Brooks Robinson for my book on Orioles history in 1999, he turned the tables at one point and asked me a question. “Have you talked to Joe Ginsberg yet?” Brooks asked. I had not. But I told Brooks that Ginsberg, a backup catcher for the Orioles in the late ‘50s, was on my list of former players I intended to interview. “Good. You really can’t do this right … [Read more...] about Lost Voices: Joe Ginsberg

The Orioles began selling Pete Alonso jerseys on Monday for fans eager to wear No. 25. The signing of the 31-year-old first baseman was an important one because it showed that the team would spend real money — five years, $155 million — on a free agent who fills the need for a right-handed hitting power bat — 264 home runs since 2019. It’s expected that president of baseball … [Read more...] about Free-agent starting pitching options for Orioles

After declining to offer him a major league contract last month, the Orioles have re-signed 36-year-old right-hander Albert Suárez to a minor league contract. Suárez, who was a happy surprise for the Orioles in 2024, when he started 24 times, tying for second most on the team, had a challenging 2025 when he missed most of the season because of a rotator cuff injury. He was 2-0 … [Read more...] about Orioles re-sign Albert Suárez to minor league contract

Question: Thanks for gently letting down the fan who wanted to compare Pete Alonso to Frank Robinson, but my real concern was your speculation on the O’s outfield for 2026. I definitely think you’ve got the names correct, but do you really see that group as the outfield of a pennant contender? I certainly do not. From: Bob West Answer: Bob, I’m glad you’re a faithful reader of … [Read more...] about Can Orioles’ outfielders help them contend in 2026? | MAILBAG

Orioles manager Craig Albernaz’s first staff is nearly complete. There are 11 confirmed coaches, four holdovers and seven newcomers. Third base coach Buck Britton, pitching coach Drew French and his assistants, Ryan Klimek and Mitch Plassmeyer, are back. New are bench coach Donnie Ecker, hitting coach Dustin Lind, first base coach Jason Bourgeois, assistant hitting coach Brady … [Read more...] about Manager Craig Albernaz puts together a mix of old and new for his 1st Orioles’ staff