Jake Rill
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Orioles beat reporter for MLB.com
The loudest player so far at Orioles camp?
Pete Alonso, no question.
“Baseball is fun, we want to have fun, but we want to work hard and we want to get after it. Pete does that the best. … It's the energy we need.”
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Pete Alonso, no question.
“Baseball is fun, we want to have fun, but we want to work hard and we want to get after it. Pete does that the best. … It's the energy we need.”
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The loudest player so far at O's camp? Pete Alonso, no question
SARASOTA, Fla. -- As right-handers Dean Kremer and Shane Baz warmed up to throw live batting practice on Wednesday afternoon, Pete Alonso assembled his group of Orioles hitters in the first-base dugou...
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February 12, 2026 at 4:10 PM
The loudest player so far at Orioles camp?
Pete Alonso, no question.
“Baseball is fun, we want to have fun, but we want to work hard and we want to get after it. Pete does that the best. … It's the energy we need.”
www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
Pete Alonso, no question.
“Baseball is fun, we want to have fun, but we want to work hard and we want to get after it. Pete does that the best. … It's the energy we need.”
www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
Pete Alonso has been heavily involved in PFPs here this morning at Orioles camp. Talked to all the pitchers before latest round of drills. Fielding a ton of grounders (including a nifty behind-the-back throw on one that I missed).
Now, he’s fielding grounders from his knees.
Now, he’s fielding grounders from his knees.
February 12, 2026 at 3:59 PM
Pete Alonso has been heavily involved in PFPs here this morning at Orioles camp. Talked to all the pitchers before latest round of drills. Fielding a ton of grounders (including a nifty behind-the-back throw on one that I missed).
Now, he’s fielding grounders from his knees.
Now, he’s fielding grounders from his knees.
The Mountain, Félix Bautista, is here at Orioles camp watching drills.
Mike Elias said yesterday that Bautista’s rehab from right shoulder surgery continues to go well.
Mike Elias said yesterday that Bautista’s rehab from right shoulder surgery continues to go well.
February 12, 2026 at 3:50 PM
The Mountain, Félix Bautista, is here at Orioles camp watching drills.
Mike Elias said yesterday that Bautista’s rehab from right shoulder surgery continues to go well.
Mike Elias said yesterday that Bautista’s rehab from right shoulder surgery continues to go well.
Craig Albernaz said he and Mike Elias will have a discussion with Ryan Mountcastle about his role and fit at some point once full-squad workouts begin next week.
But Albernaz has enjoyed early chats with Mountcastle and is hopeful he’ll be the best version of himself in ‘26.
But Albernaz has enjoyed early chats with Mountcastle and is hopeful he’ll be the best version of himself in ‘26.
February 12, 2026 at 3:18 PM
Craig Albernaz said he and Mike Elias will have a discussion with Ryan Mountcastle about his role and fit at some point once full-squad workouts begin next week.
But Albernaz has enjoyed early chats with Mountcastle and is hopeful he’ll be the best version of himself in ‘26.
But Albernaz has enjoyed early chats with Mountcastle and is hopeful he’ll be the best version of himself in ‘26.
Craig Albernaz said the Orioles would consider using a 6-man rotation this season. Everything will be discussed and all options are on the table.
February 12, 2026 at 3:13 PM
Craig Albernaz said the Orioles would consider using a 6-man rotation this season. Everything will be discussed and all options are on the table.
Pete Alonso said his being loud during Orioles live BP was to keep it loose and fun while also working hard/giving feedback:
"You’re starting to get those competitive juices flowing early, so it’s fun. ... It’s always good, because it’s bragging rights for later on in the year."
"You’re starting to get those competitive juices flowing early, so it’s fun. ... It’s always good, because it’s bragging rights for later on in the year."
February 12, 2026 at 2:33 PM
Pete Alonso said his being loud during Orioles live BP was to keep it loose and fun while also working hard/giving feedback:
"You’re starting to get those competitive juices flowing early, so it’s fun. ... It’s always good, because it’s bragging rights for later on in the year."
"You’re starting to get those competitive juices flowing early, so it’s fun. ... It’s always good, because it’s bragging rights for later on in the year."
There had been speculation that Ryan Mountcastle would be a non-tender candidate for Orioles. Instead, he worked out a deal to avoid arbitration that added a team option for ‘27.
“I love all the guys here. It’s all I’ve ever known. I love it here.”
“I love all the guys here. It’s all I’ve ever known. I love it here.”
Ryan Mountcastle said he’s treating this Orioles camp the same, still working out at 1st base and putting himself in a position to help the team.
“Wherever the chips fall, that’s what happens.”
Mountcastle, Pete Alonso, Coby Mayo all 1st basemen in camp.
“Wherever the chips fall, that’s what happens.”
Mountcastle, Pete Alonso, Coby Mayo all 1st basemen in camp.
February 12, 2026 at 2:08 PM
There had been speculation that Ryan Mountcastle would be a non-tender candidate for Orioles. Instead, he worked out a deal to avoid arbitration that added a team option for ‘27.
“I love all the guys here. It’s all I’ve ever known. I love it here.”
“I love all the guys here. It’s all I’ve ever known. I love it here.”
Ryan Mountcastle said he’s treating this Orioles camp the same, still working out at 1st base and putting himself in a position to help the team.
“Wherever the chips fall, that’s what happens.”
Mountcastle, Pete Alonso, Coby Mayo all 1st basemen in camp.
“Wherever the chips fall, that’s what happens.”
Mountcastle, Pete Alonso, Coby Mayo all 1st basemen in camp.
February 12, 2026 at 2:06 PM
Ryan Mountcastle said he’s treating this Orioles camp the same, still working out at 1st base and putting himself in a position to help the team.
“Wherever the chips fall, that’s what happens.”
Mountcastle, Pete Alonso, Coby Mayo all 1st basemen in camp.
“Wherever the chips fall, that’s what happens.”
Mountcastle, Pete Alonso, Coby Mayo all 1st basemen in camp.
Gunnar Henderson had to leave Orioles camp due to personal reasons. He will be back on Sunday.
February 12, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Gunnar Henderson had to leave Orioles camp due to personal reasons. He will be back on Sunday.
New Orioles pitcher Chris Bassitt's Baseball Savant page is quite fun to look at:
February 12, 2026 at 3:57 AM
New Orioles pitcher Chris Bassitt's Baseball Savant page is quite fun to look at:
Orioles rotation picture:
1. RHP Kyle Bradish
2. LHP Trevor Rogers
3. RHP Shane Baz
4. RHP Chris Bassitt
5. RHP Zach Eflin or RHP Dean Kremer
Others in camp include: RHP Tyler Wells, LHP Cade Povich, RHP Brandon Young, RHP Albert Suárez
1. RHP Kyle Bradish
2. LHP Trevor Rogers
3. RHP Shane Baz
4. RHP Chris Bassitt
5. RHP Zach Eflin or RHP Dean Kremer
Others in camp include: RHP Tyler Wells, LHP Cade Povich, RHP Brandon Young, RHP Albert Suárez
Orioles are signing RHP Chris Bassitt to a one-year deal worth $18.5 million, according to a source. ESPN's Jeff Passan was on it first.
The O's get rotation depth in the form of the soon-to-be 37-year-old, who has played 11 MLB seasons.
The O's get rotation depth in the form of the soon-to-be 37-year-old, who has played 11 MLB seasons.
February 12, 2026 at 1:44 AM
Orioles rotation picture:
1. RHP Kyle Bradish
2. LHP Trevor Rogers
3. RHP Shane Baz
4. RHP Chris Bassitt
5. RHP Zach Eflin or RHP Dean Kremer
Others in camp include: RHP Tyler Wells, LHP Cade Povich, RHP Brandon Young, RHP Albert Suárez
1. RHP Kyle Bradish
2. LHP Trevor Rogers
3. RHP Shane Baz
4. RHP Chris Bassitt
5. RHP Zach Eflin or RHP Dean Kremer
Others in camp include: RHP Tyler Wells, LHP Cade Povich, RHP Brandon Young, RHP Albert Suárez
Orioles are signing RHP Chris Bassitt to a one-year deal worth $18.5 million, according to a source. ESPN's Jeff Passan was on it first.
The O's get rotation depth in the form of the soon-to-be 37-year-old, who has played 11 MLB seasons.
The O's get rotation depth in the form of the soon-to-be 37-year-old, who has played 11 MLB seasons.
February 12, 2026 at 1:40 AM
Orioles are signing RHP Chris Bassitt to a one-year deal worth $18.5 million, according to a source. ESPN's Jeff Passan was on it first.
The O's get rotation depth in the form of the soon-to-be 37-year-old, who has played 11 MLB seasons.
The O's get rotation depth in the form of the soon-to-be 37-year-old, who has played 11 MLB seasons.
1 down, 37 more of these to go in Sarasota.
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February 11, 2026 at 9:18 PM
1 down, 37 more of these to go in Sarasota.
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Jackson Holliday won't be at 2nd base on Opening Day (or for a while), leaving a hole on the right side of the Orioles' infield.
Mike Elias said it'd be discussed in a meeting and "something that’s on our minds."
Breaking down the O's 2nd base options: www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
Mike Elias said it'd be discussed in a meeting and "something that’s on our minds."
Breaking down the O's 2nd base options: www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
5 options to play 2nd base for O's with Holliday starting year on IL
SARASOTA, Fla. -- At the beginning of every Spring Training, Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias stands outside the main building at the Ed Smith Stadium complex and gives the media a ...
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February 11, 2026 at 8:32 PM
Jackson Holliday won't be at 2nd base on Opening Day (or for a while), leaving a hole on the right side of the Orioles' infield.
Mike Elias said it'd be discussed in a meeting and "something that’s on our minds."
Breaking down the O's 2nd base options: www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
Mike Elias said it'd be discussed in a meeting and "something that’s on our minds."
Breaking down the O's 2nd base options: www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
Coby Mayo wasn't oblivious to his name being mentioned in rumors as a potential trade chip for the Orioles.
But the 24-year-old isn't stressing over it while focused on himself.
"Just trying to be the best player I can be and whatever happens, happens."
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But the 24-year-old isn't stressing over it while focused on himself.
"Just trying to be the best player I can be and whatever happens, happens."
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Mayo addresses trade rumors, his fit with O's heading into 2026
SARASOTA, Fla. -- The trade rumors surrounding Coby Mayo picked up as soon as the Orioles signed Pete Alonso to a five-year, $155 million deal in mid-December. The move seemingly created a three-man l...
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February 11, 2026 at 7:12 PM
Coby Mayo wasn't oblivious to his name being mentioned in rumors as a potential trade chip for the Orioles.
But the 24-year-old isn't stressing over it while focused on himself.
"Just trying to be the best player I can be and whatever happens, happens."
www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
But the 24-year-old isn't stressing over it while focused on himself.
"Just trying to be the best player I can be and whatever happens, happens."
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Quite a matchup here in Orioles live BP.
5-foot-5 Payton Eeles standing in the box to face 6-foot-8 Keagan Gillies.
5-foot-5 Payton Eeles standing in the box to face 6-foot-8 Keagan Gillies.
February 11, 2026 at 6:11 PM
Quite a matchup here in Orioles live BP.
5-foot-5 Payton Eeles standing in the box to face 6-foot-8 Keagan Gillies.
5-foot-5 Payton Eeles standing in the box to face 6-foot-8 Keagan Gillies.
Pete Alonso with some good contact against Shane Baz in Orioles live BP
February 11, 2026 at 5:36 PM
Pete Alonso with some good contact against Shane Baz in Orioles live BP
Dean Kremer also struck out Dylan Beavers swinging immediately after this. Kremer looking sharp.
Dean Kremer strikes out Pete Alonso swinging in live BP at Orioles camp
February 11, 2026 at 5:28 PM
Dean Kremer also struck out Dylan Beavers swinging immediately after this. Kremer looking sharp.
Dean Kremer strikes out Pete Alonso swinging in live BP at Orioles camp
February 11, 2026 at 5:27 PM
Dean Kremer strikes out Pete Alonso swinging in live BP at Orioles camp
Kyle Bradish, Gunnar Henderson and Zach Eflin among those testing out the new putting green at Orioles camp
February 11, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Kyle Bradish, Gunnar Henderson and Zach Eflin among those testing out the new putting green at Orioles camp
Jackson Holliday's 3rd MLB season will begin with the 22-year-old on the injured list due to a broken hamate bone in his right hand.
Tough news shared by the Orioles on the first day of camp: www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
Tough news shared by the Orioles on the first day of camp: www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
O's likely to be without Holliday (broken hamate bone) for weeks after Opening Day
Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday will miss Opening Day due to a broken hamate bone in his right hand, general manager Mike Elias announced at spring camp on Wednesday morning.
Holliday will und...
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February 11, 2026 at 3:36 PM
Jackson Holliday's 3rd MLB season will begin with the 22-year-old on the injured list due to a broken hamate bone in his right hand.
Tough news shared by the Orioles on the first day of camp: www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
Tough news shared by the Orioles on the first day of camp: www.mlb.com/orioles/news...
Of note: Mike Elias said Orioles made trade for Blaze Alexander the day before Jackson Holliday broke the bone in his right hand.
Always important to have depth.
Always important to have depth.
February 11, 2026 at 3:14 PM
Of note: Mike Elias said Orioles made trade for Blaze Alexander the day before Jackson Holliday broke the bone in his right hand.
Always important to have depth.
Always important to have depth.
RHP Colin Selby will miss Opening Day for Orioles due to right shoulder inflammation
February 11, 2026 at 3:12 PM
RHP Colin Selby will miss Opening Day for Orioles due to right shoulder inflammation
Jordan Westburg is dealing with a right oblique injury. He’s turned a corner, per Mike Elias.
Westburg will be a few games late into spring play. Opening Day status should not be in jeopardy.
Westburg will be a few games late into spring play. Opening Day status should not be in jeopardy.
February 11, 2026 at 3:12 PM
Jordan Westburg is dealing with a right oblique injury. He’s turned a corner, per Mike Elias.
Westburg will be a few games late into spring play. Opening Day status should not be in jeopardy.
Westburg will be a few games late into spring play. Opening Day status should not be in jeopardy.
Jackson Holliday will have a procedure tomorrow. Mike Elias said the timeline will be measured in “weeks” after Opening Day.
Jackson Holliday will miss Opening Day. Broken hamate bone in right hand.
February 11, 2026 at 3:12 PM
Jackson Holliday will have a procedure tomorrow. Mike Elias said the timeline will be measured in “weeks” after Opening Day.