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Albert Suarez Albert Suarez En route to Baltimore
Tue, Mar 31, 2026, 9:44 PM
The Orioles are expected to select Suarez's contract from Triple-A Norfolk on Wednesday, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports.
Analysis: With Zach Eflin (elbow) likely headed for the injured list, Suarez will come up from the minors to provide extra bullpen depth until the team needs to fill the open rotation spot. The 36-year-old righty made five appearances in the majors last season and allowed just three earned runs over 11.2 innings, but he turned in a 7.59 ERA and 1.97 WHIP across 10.2 frames in the Grapefruit League this spring. |
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Zach Eflin Zach Eflin Expected to land on IL
Tue, Mar 31, 2026, 8:47 PM
Manager Craig Albernaz said after Tuesday's loss to the Rangers that he expects Eflin (elbow) to be placed on the injured list, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports.
Analysis: Eflin made an early exit from Tuesday's contest after 3.2 innings of one-run ball due to elbow discomfort. He's scheduled to receive an MRI on his elbow Wednesday, but the Orioles don't seem to be very optimistic about what the results will show. A clearer timeline for the right-hander's return will emerge once the team knows the extent of the damage done. |
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Zach Eflin Zach Eflin Exits with trainer
Tue, Mar 31, 2026, 6:42 PM
Eflin was removed from Tuesday's game against the Rangers due to right elbow discomfort, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.
Analysis: Eflin had allowed one earned run on four hits and two walks while striking out seven batters before one of the Orioles' trainers made the call to pull him with two outs in the fourth inning. It's unclear whether the 31-year-old righty is dealing with any structural damage, but the team should provide an update on his status in the near future. |
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Coby Mayo Coby Mayo First day off Tuesday
Tue, Mar 31, 2026, 3:11 PM
Mayo is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Rangers.
Analysis: Mayo started at third base in each of the Orioles' first four games of the season, but he will begin Tuesday's festivities on the bench. Blaze Alexander will start at the hot corner as Baltimore tries to even the series. |
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Samuel Basallo Samuel Basallo Taking seat Monday
Mon, Mar 30, 2026, 2:35 PM
Basallo is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Rangers, Rich Dubroff of BaltimoreBaseball.com reports.
Analysis: Basallo started each of the Orioles' three games against the Twins in the opening series, going 2-for-10 at the plate with a 2:4 BB:K. With Basallo getting the night off from the starting nine, Dylan Beavers will make the start in right field and bat sixth, while Tyler O'Neill hits fifth as the designated hitter. |
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Andrew Kittredge Andrew Kittredge Set for rehab assignment
Mon, Mar 30, 2026, 1:01 PM
Kittredge (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Norfolk on Wednesday, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: The right-hander developed inflammation in his right shoulder earlier this month, but it sounds like his stay on the 15-day injured list will be short if he avoids setbacks while out on assignment. Once healthy, Kittredge figures to occupy a top spot in the bullpen as a setup man ahead of closer Ryan Helsley. |
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Jackson Holliday Jackson Holliday Hitless through two rehab games
Mon, Mar 30, 2026, 9:41 AM
Holliday (hand) has gone 0-for-6 with a walk and four strikeouts through his first two rehab appearances with Triple-A Norfolk.
Analysis: Holliday didn't play in any Grapefruit League games after requiring surgery Feb. 12 to remove the fractured hook of the hamate bone in his right hand, so it's not especially surprising that he's looked rusty during the early stages of his rehab assignment. More importantly, Holliday has seemingly emerged from his first two minor-league games free of setbacks, so he should remain on track to rejoin the Orioles around mid-April once he stockpiles more at-bats and gets comfortable playing regularly again. Holliday played seven innings at second base Friday and eight Sunday, so he'll likely be cleared to play a full nine innings in the field during his next rehab game. |
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Maverick Handley Maverick Handley Exits Triple-A game due to ankle
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 6:55 PM
Handley was removed in the bottom of the fifth inning of Triple-A Norfolk's 6-2 loss to Nashville on Sunday after being hit in the left ankle by a pitch, Matt Weyrich of The Baltimore Sun reports.
Analysis: Outrighted off the Orioles' 40-man roster during the offseason, Handley ended up sticking around in the organization and was expected to serve as catching depth at Norfolk in 2026. Handley will likely be sent in for further tests as the Orioles look to determine the severity of his ankle injury. |
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Shane Baz Shane Baz Escapes with no-decision
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 4:18 PM
Baz did not factor into the decision Sunday against the Twins, allowing four runs on seven hits across 5.1 innings. He struck out four.
Analysis: All of the damage against Baz came in the second inning. The first four batters in the frame reached safely against the right-hander before Tristan Gray cleared the bases with a double. However, the Orioles rallied en route to an eventual 8-6 victory, sparing Baz the loss in his team debut. Baz was traded to Baltimore after posting a 4.87 ERA with a 1.33 WHIP and 176:64 K:BB across 31 starts (166.1 innings) with Tampa Bay last season. He's currently lined up to face the Pirates on the road in his next outing. |
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Ryan Helsley Ryan Helsley Converts second save
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 4:12 PM
Helsley earned the save in Sunday's 8-6 win over the Twins, allowing one hit while logging a strikeout in a scoreless ninth inning.
Analysis: Things got a little dicey for Helsley in the ninth inning. After Luke Keaschall led off the frame with a single, the Twins got the tying runs on base with two outs following a Gunnar Henderson error. However, Helsley was able to coax a flyout off the bat of James Outman, preserving the two-run victory while converting his second save in as many chances this season. Helsley has allowed just two hits and no walks while striking out four through his first two innings with the Orioles. |
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Johnathan Rodriguez Johnathan Rodriguez Traded to Baltimore
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 3:47 PM
The Orioles acquired Rodriguez from the Guardians on Sunday in exchange for right-hander Carter Rustad, Zack Meisel of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Cleveland designated Rodriguez for assignment Wednesday, but he'll reclaim a 40-man roster spot by moving to Baltimore. He'll likely begin his tenure with the Orioles at Triple-A Norfolk after slashing .312/.397/.515 across 373 plate appearances in the minors last season. |
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Jayvien Sandridge Jayvien Sandridge Traded to Baltimore
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 12:43 PM
The Orioles acquired Sandridge from the Angels on Sunday in exchange for cash and optioned him to Triple-A Norfolk, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.
Analysis: Sandridge will reclaim a 40-man roster spot upon joining his new organization but is still set to begin the 2026 season in Triple-A, where he put up a 4.55 ERA and 1.47 WHIP across 31.2 innings last year. He'll serve as organizational bullpen depth for the O's. |
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Tyler O'Neill Tyler O'Neill Sitting for second time on weekend
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 9:45 AM
O'Neill is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Twins.
Analysis: Though the right-handed-hitting O'Neill has now hit the bench for two of the Orioles' first three games while Baltimore has faced three right-handed starting pitchers, he still should continue to play at least semi-regularly versus righties. Despite not starting in Saturday's 4-1 win, O'Neill still ended up going 0-for-2 while playing the final three innings in right field after coming off the bench to replace Dylan Beavers. |
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Colton Cowser Colton Cowser Taking seat Sunday
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 9:29 AM
Cowser is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Twins.
Analysis: Cowser will get a breather after he went 1-for-4 with a double, an RBI and a run scored while starting the first two contests of the season. Dylan Beavers will spell Cowser in center field and bat eighth. |
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Coby Mayo Coby Mayo Third straight start to begin 2026
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 9:27 AM
Mayo will start at third base and bat seventh in Sunday's game against the Twins.
Analysis: With Jordan Westburg (elbow) opening the season on the injured list and expected to remain out into May, Mayo has begun the campaign as the everyday third baseman. He'll make his third straight start after going 0-for-5 with two walks and a stolen base in the first two contests. Mayo could eventually face competition for playing time from Blaze Alexander and Jeremiah Jackson, who have split time at the keystone while Jackson Holliday (hand) has been on the IL. |
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Blaze Alexander Blaze Alexander Sitting in second straight game
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 9:22 AM
Alexander is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Twins.
Analysis: Alexander received the Opening Day start at second base, but he'll end up hitting the bench in favor of Jeremiah Jackson for a second straight game. Alexander and Jackson appear to be in a timeshare at the keystone until Jackson Holliday (hand) -- who began a minor-league rehab assignment Friday -- is ready to return. |
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Adley Rutschman Adley Rutschman Receiving first day off of season
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 9:19 AM
Rutschman is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Twins.
Analysis: With Baltimore closing out its season-opening series against the Twins with a day game, Rutschman will rest after starting the first two contests. Samuel Basallo will fill in for Rutschman at catcher. |
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Kyle Bradish Kyle Bradish Takes the loss versus Minnesota
Sat, Mar 28, 2026, 7:19 PM
Bradish (0-1) allowed three runs (two earned) on two hits and three walks in Saturday's 4-1 loss to the Twins. He struck out four.
Analysis: After sitting at 94.8 mph with his fastball last season, Bradish's velocity was a bit down in his first start of the 2026 season, averaging 93.5 mph with his sinker and 93.3 mph with his four-seam fastball. He threw 83 pitches and surrendered a two-run home run to Royce Lewis in the fifth inning to take the loss. Bradish's next start is scheduled for next weekend's road set against the Pirates. |
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Blaze Alexander Blaze Alexander Sitting Saturday
Sat, Mar 28, 2026, 12:51 PM
Alexander is not in the Orioles' starting lineup against the Twins on Saturday.
Analysis: Alexander drew the start at second base Thursday, going 1-for-3 with an RBI single in the seventh inning. He'll be on the bench for the start of Saturday's game while Jeremiah Jackson starts at the keystone and bats ninth. |
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Shane Baz Shane Baz Inks five-year extension
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 3:08 PM
The Orioles signed Baz to a five-year, $68 million contract extension Friday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Baz was traded to Baltimore this offseason after delivering a 4.87 ERA, a 1.33 WHIP and a 176:64 K:BB across 166.1 innings in 2025 at Tampa Bay. Now, the talented 26-year-old right-hander has a long-term home with the Orioles, where he'll look to improve upon his 2025 campaign. He's slated to make his season debut Sunday against the Twins. |
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