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Orioles Cut Mascot Roles, Reshape StaffBusiness — Oct 7, 2026The Orioles have laid off staff across several departments, including the performers behind mascots Oriole Bird and Mr. Splash, as part of organizational changes. The team says it will keep the Bird Bath fan section, while its business leadership says it plans to continue hiring for critical roles.

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Rain Forces Orioles-Blue Jays Doubleheader With Scherzer Starting — Sep 22, 2026Tuesday's Blue Jays-Orioles game was postponed by rain in Baltimore; they play a split doubleheader Wednesday with Max Scherzer expected to start game one.

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Rachel Meyers Doubleheaders wear out the pitching staff fast, and having Scherzer start one might help Baltimore's chances.

Orioles place Jackson Holliday on injured list for second time this season — Sep 16, 2026Jackson Holliday was placed on the 10-day injured list with left wrist inflammation and will be eligible to return around Sept. 25, forcing Baltimore to lean on Jeremiah Jackson at second base with Jose Barrero being recalled to bolster infield depth. The move comes as the Orioles near the end of the season with upcoming series against the Yankees and Brewers, while Holliday’s absence has already shifted lineup planning and depth options.

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Nicole Hardy Bringing Barrero back helps the infield depth but this timing with the Yankees series makes it tougher overall.

Orioles place Luis Robert Jr. on injured list amid tight wild-card race — Sep 6, 2026

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Derek Foss Hope it's not serious. Losing a middle-of-the-order guy during a playoff push is exactly what you don't want to see happen.

Mancini plans to retire as Orioles Sept. 19 — Aug 28, 2026Trey Mancini will retire as a Baltimore Oriole, signing a one-day contract for a Sept. 19 ceremony at Camden Yards to cap an eight-year MLB career that included a 2021 Comeback Player of the Year honor after his battle with Stage 3 colon cancer in 2020. The ceremony honors his time with the Orioles, his brief return with the Angels and other teams, and his World Series title with the Astros in 2022, with proceeds and tributes supporting cancer charities and his foundation.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Alonso's 30th homer fuels Orioles 5-3 win over Rays — Aug 22, 2026Alonso’s go-ahead 30th homer powered the Orioles to a 5-3 win over the Rays as he continues a breakout season capped by a 13-game hitting streak and a standout defensive play against Chandler Simpson. The milestone reinforces his status among the few free-agent signees to post 30-plus homers in their first Orioles year, with Beavers and Holliday contributing as Baltimore seizes the series lead.

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Orioles win 5-4 on Beavers walk-off, keep playoff hopes alive — Jul 26, 2026Dylan Beavers has produced his third walk-off victory of the season for the Baltimore Orioles, including clutch RBI singles that sealed wins against the Braves and Jays as Baltimore stays in playoff contention. His late-game heroics, along with strong team support and trust from manager Brandon Hyde, highlight the Orioles’ momentum and Beavers’ growing reputation as a game-changing hitter.

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Orioles try to end six-game skid against surging Guardians — Sep 7, 2026Entering a pivotal September series, the Orioles trail the Guardians in the wild-card race and aim to halt a six-game slide, with Trevor Rogers facing Joey Cantillo in a marquee pitching matchup. These previews emphasize lineup decisions, recent form, and the high-stakes race that will shape each team's playoff odds.

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Derek Foss Wild card race is getting tight, feels like this series could swing momentum for whoever takes two of three. Pressure's on Baltimore right now.

Orioles Rutschman IL; Red Sox SeriesSports — Jul 20, 2026Baltimore placed All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman on the 10-day injured list with left wrist inflammation, prompting a roster move that promoted Chadwick Tromp and designated Rudy Martin Jr. as the Orioles navigate a playoff push while Samuel Basallo deals with a shoulder issue, leaving Sam Huff to start catching in the meantime.

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Orioles Place Kyle Bradish on 15-Day Injured List, Ending Regular Season — Sep 12, 2026The Orioles placed Kyle Bradish on the 15-day injured list with lower abdominal discomfort, ending his regular season as Yaramil Hiraldo was called up to fill his spot. Bradish’s late-season struggles—five earned runs in three innings in Toronto, a rising ERA, and debates over innings limits and shutdown considerations—have left Baltimore just three games back of the final wild-card spot and sparked questions about how the team should manage him going into the playoffs.

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Marcus Bell They should shut him down completely now instead of pushing innings limits and risking more trouble in October.

Red Sox, Orioles Benches Clear After Hard Slide — Sep 5, 2026Baltimore’s Blaze Alexander sparked a benches-clearing incident with the Boston Red Sox after a hard slide into second base, with Alexander insisting it was a clean slide and noting he was stared at, while Nick Sogard said the play itself wasn’t a problem. The 1-0 decision went to Boston on a Mickey Gasper solo homer, and the melee produced no immediate ejections as both teams traded competitive postures with Alexander hoping the moment would rally the Orioles.

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Priya Raman game decided by a solo shot and everyone remembers the scrum at second base. Baseball's weird sometimes.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Rays Edge Orioles 7-6 in Tampa — Aug 14, 2026The Tampa Bay Rays host Baltimore in a four-game series, with the Rays atop the AL East and holding a strong home record as the Orioles look to climb on the road. The previews highlight key players across both lineups— Caminero, Diaz, Alonso and O’Neill among hitters—alongside starting pitchers like Steven Matz and Kyle Bradish shaping the matchup.

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Rockies, Orioles Set to Decide Series Sept. 1 — Sep 2, 2026The reports outline current-season batting stats and power-hitting totals for players like Mayo, Goodman, McMahon, and others, paired with upcoming pitching assignments such as Grayson Rodriguez and Kyle Bradish, as teams and matchups near September 1, 2026. All entries note that betting odds are subject to change, reflecting ongoing player performances and roster plans for Orioles, Rockies, Angels, and Rockies-related games.

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Dana Whitfield Odds moving around this much just shows how tight this series could actually be come September 1st.

Brewers-Padres Clash Headlines Aug. 9 MLB Slate — Aug 9, 2026On August 9, 2026, MLB game previews spotlight hitters Isaac Paredes, Gunnar Henderson, Wyatt Langford and Corey Seager and pair them with their respective starting pitchers Cade Povich and Kumar Rocker for key Rangers-Orioles and Padres-Astros matchups. The notes underscore each player’s current stats, recent form, and team offensive trends ahead of the games.

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MLB Playoff Race Heats Up Across Leagues — Aug 15, 2026MLB’s postseason picture is tightening as several teams jockey for the final wild-card spots across both leagues, with decisive late-season matchups and a clarified playoff format fueling the push for October. Contenders like the Orioles, Tigers, Twins, Blue Jays, Mariners, and Rays compete for remaining slots, while standout performances and near-record home-run milestones from players such as Joshua Baez, Yordan Álvarez, Matt Olson, Kyle Schwarber, and Junior Caminero add extra drama to the stretch drive.

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Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.