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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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Trevor Rogers Trevor Rogers Stellar in Opening Day win
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 6:39 PM
Rogers (1-0) earned the win Thursday over the Twins, allowing three hits and four walks across seven scoreless innings. He struck out five.
Analysis: Rogers picked up where he left off in 2025, when he posted a sparkling 1.81 ERA with a 0.90 WHIP and 103:29 K:BB across 18 starts (109.2 innings). The southpaw needed only 88 pitches to make it through seven scoreless innings Thursday. Rogers will look to keep rolling his next time out, currently slated for next week at home against the Rangers. |
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Ryan Helsley Ryan Helsley Grabs save in Orioles' debut
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 6:34 PM
Helsley earned the save in Thursday's 2-1 victory over the Twins, allowing one hit while striking out three in a scoreless ninth inning.
Analysis: It was a strong showing from Helsley, who was tasked with closing out a one-run victory in his Baltimore debut. The right-hander will be the Orioles' primary closer with Felix Bautista (shoulder) expected to miss the majority of the regular season. Helsley made 58 appearances (56 innings) between the Cardinals and Mets last year, posting a 4.50 ERA with a 1.54 WHIP and 63 strikeouts. |
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Bryan Ramos Bryan Ramos Staying with Baltimore
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 6:06 PM
The Orioles assigned Ramos to Triple-A Norfolk on Thursday, Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun reports.
Analysis: After failing to make the Opening Day roster and with no minor-league options left, the Orioles opted to designate Ramos for assignment Tuesday. He cleared waivers Thursday and has opted to remain in the organization with Norfolk. Ramos spent most of the 2025 season in Triple-A, but he could see some major-league action in 2026 if Baltimore requires depth at third base. |
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Jackson Kowar Jackson Kowar Outrighted to Triple-A
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 6:04 PM
Kowar cleared waivers Thursday and was sent outright to Triple-A Norfolk, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.
Analysis: Kowar lost his place on the 40-man roster Wednesday after giving up three runs (one earned) over six innings during spring training, but he'll remain within the Orioles organization after passing through waivers unclaimed. The 29-year-old posted a 2.57 ERA over 14 frames in Triple-A last year and could work his way back into the majors if he performs similarly in 2026. |
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Jeremiah Jackson Jeremiah Jackson Makes roster, on bench for opener
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 10:35 AM
Jackson is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Twins.
Analysis: Though Jackson beat out a number of competitors for the final position-player spot on the Orioles' Opening Day roster, he looks like he'll have to settle for a part-time role to begin the season, even while Jackson Holliday (hand) and Jordan Westburg (elbow) are on the injured list. Coby Mayo is expected to be Westburg's primary replacement at third base, while the Orioles could opt for a more of a timeshare between Jackson and Blaze Alexander at the keystone in Holliday's absence. The Orioles will turn to Alexander at second base for the opener. |
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Tyler O'Neill Tyler O'Neill Starting opener versus righty
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 10:35 AM
O'Neill will start in right field and bat sixth in Thursday's opener versus the Twins.
Analysis: It's righty Joe Ryan on the bump for the Twins, but the right-handed-hitting O'Neill will nonetheless get the call in right field as he attempts to extend his major-league record Opening Day home run streak to seven. Dylan Beavers has been battling a knee/quad injury recently, which also could have played into Orioles manager Craig Albernaz's decision to start O'Neill. The two players are expected to share the right-field job this season. |
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