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Jake Rill
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Orioles beat reporter for MLB.com
A lot of position players already at Orioles camp despite 1st full-squad workout not being until Monday.

Among those seen here: Pete Alonso, Gunnar Henderson, Jackson Holliday, Colton Cowser, Jordan Westburg, Heston Kjerstad, Coby Mayo, Ryan Mountcastle, Enrique Bradfield Jr.
February 11, 2026 at 2:39 PM
Adley Rutschman on 2026 Orioles entering Spring Training:

“There’s definitely a sense of urgency, especially after last year, to make sure we’re checking those boxes and we’re taking the next step.”
February 11, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Coby Mayo said he understands trades happen in baseball and it “wouldn’t be a shocker to anybody” to get moved in this sport. But he didn’t allow himself to think too much about it this offseason, instead focusing on getting better and putting himself in a good spot.
February 11, 2026 at 1:47 PM
Coby Mayo said he’s working at 3rd base “a good bit” right now, but also still some at 1st. He’s open to whatever Orioles want to try with him this spring.

He doesn’t expect it to take long for 3rd to feel normal again.
February 11, 2026 at 1:46 PM
Day 1
February 11, 2026 at 12:57 PM
The first Spring Training workout for Orioles pitchers and catchers in Sarasota is tomorrow, which will also be the first day of media availability.

Let it begin.
February 10, 2026 at 11:25 PM
Tough news for former Orioles outfielder
News: Anthony Santander will undergo left labral (shoulder) surgery and miss 5-6 months. #BlueJays
February 10, 2026 at 10:10 PM
Orioles announce info for expanded fan access for Spring Training in Sarasota
February 10, 2026 at 9:13 PM
Could the Orioles still add another starting pitcher?
Is the bullpen strong/deep enough to compete?
How does Coby Mayo fit on this roster?

As Spring Training begins, Mike Elias answered some of the pressing questions facing the O's at the start of camp: www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
Elias: O's 'plugged in' with SP market, could still add another arm
SARASOTA, Fla. -- The Orioles’ massive new player development facility has opened and is in use. Pitchers and catchers (as well as some other position players) have reported to the Ed Smith Stadium co...
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February 10, 2026 at 8:07 PM
Coby Mayo will be working at positions other than 1st base this spring (in addition to 1st), per Orioles GM/POBO Mike Elias.

Asked about corner OF as possibility, Elias said that and Mayo's positions are something they're "planning on talking about" with both Mayo and the staff.
February 10, 2026 at 6:21 PM
Mike Elias said he thinks Orioles have "very strong bullpen" and believes unit will be "very good."

Elias still likes the group in place despite losing RHP Kade Strowd in order to land Blaze Alexander. Elias thinks O's coaches will get most out of pitchers and help them improve.
February 10, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Orioles POBO/GM Mike Elias said he believes recent acquisition Blaze Alexander is "going to be a really big part of our team."

Elias expects Alexander to back up every position in the infield and spell in the outfield as needed.
February 10, 2026 at 6:05 PM
On a Zoom call for Grapefruit League media day, Orioles POBO/GM Mike Elias said he is "staying plugged in" in trade/free-agent markets for starting pitching and said an external addition is "still a possibility."
February 10, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Speaking of The Shamrock in Sarasota, I am 1-0 in darts for the 2026 season after a hard-fought victory over @afkostka.bsky.social and Matt Weyrich.
February 10, 2026 at 2:30 AM
"It's a huge advantage for us as we train and try to get our players better. ... This is going to be the anchor of this facility, and this is one of the best."

The Orioles' massive new player development complex in Sarasota is now open:
www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
O's unveil new $21 million player development facilities in Sarasota: 'A dream for us'
SARASOTA, Fla. -- Monday was a day the Orioles had been awaiting for quite some time. A new 47,700-square-foot, $21 million player development complex was unveiled at the O's facilities at Ed Smith St...
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February 9, 2026 at 9:46 PM
This is the viewing area for the Orioles’ bullpen sessions. Fans will be allowed in the area to the left of the orange rope. Media will be on the right side.
February 9, 2026 at 8:22 PM
New enclosed “8-pack” for bullpen sessions at Orioles’ Sarasota complex
February 9, 2026 at 7:43 PM
New Orioles pitching lab in Sarasota
February 9, 2026 at 7:33 PM
Orioles control owner David Rubenstein cuts the ribbon to officially open the team’s new player development complex
February 9, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias calls this a “very exciting day” and said this type of player development complex had been “a dream” for some time.

“This was a really large effort.”

Elias said this area may be best indoor hitting facility in world right now.
February 9, 2026 at 7:09 PM
The Orioles are about to unveil their new 47,700-square-foot player development complex here in Sarasota.

The facility broke ground after last Spring Training. Today is ribbon cutting and media tour. More to come.
February 9, 2026 at 6:46 PM
The report date for Orioles pitchers and catchers is tomorrow, with the first Spring Training workout set for Wednesday here in Sarasota, Fla.

As camp nears, here’s a first attempt to project the O’s 26-man roster for 2026: www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
An early look at who could make O's Opening Day roster
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February 9, 2026 at 4:36 PM
SARASOTA, Fla. — The beginning of my 4th season on the Orioles beat has arrived. ☀️🌴⚾️
February 8, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Orioles announce that INF/OF Weston Wilson cleared outright waivers and has been assigned to Triple-A Norfolk.

Also, INF/OF Bryan Ramos was claimed off waivers by the Cardinals.

O’s 40-man roster is at 39 players.
February 6, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Orioles participants in 2026 WBC:

LHP Micah Ashman (Canada)
OF Enrique Bradfield Jr. (Panama)
LHP Naykel Cruz (Cuba)
RHP Jose Espada (PR)
RHP Rico Garcia (PR)
INF Gunnar Henderson (USA)
RHP Dean Kremer (Israel)
RHP Ryan Long (GB)
OF Tyler O'Neill (Canada)
INF Luis Vázquez (PR)
February 6, 2026 at 1:46 AM