Orioles place left-hander Cade Povich on 15-day IL with elbow inflammation
Cade Povich will undergo an MRI and is the latest Baltimore starting pitcher dealing with a health concern.
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With rotation in flux, Orioles need more established starters to live up to expectations
Thursday marked a step in the right direction for veteran Chris Bassitt, who’s off to a rough start in 2026.
Luke Jones and Nestor dust off after three Orioles injuries and a pair of wins against Giants
Given the weekend’s injuries to Adley Rutschman, Ryan Mountcastle and Tyler O”Neill to add to Zach Eflin’s Tommy John surgery last week, not much is ideal for rookie manager Craig Albernaz and the Baltimore Orioles just three weeks into a chaotic season of attrition. But, after taking two of three from the San Francisco Giants at Camden Yards, Luke Jones and Nestor are more than satisfied with the over .500 run in a mediocre-so-far division.
Orioles officially return Kremer to starting rotation, but won’t activate Holliday on current homestand
What was inevitable the moment Zach Eflin suffered a season-ending elbow injury became official Monday with Dean Kremer rejoining Baltimore’s rotation.
Orioles battling through injuries and pitchers and slumps yet still own a piece of first place in AL East
Given the weekend’s injuries to Adley Rutschman, Ryan Mountcastle and Tyler O”Neill to add to Zach Eflin’s Tommy John surgery last week, not much is ideal for rookie manager Craig Albernaz and the Baltimore Orioles just three weeks into a chaotic season of attrition. But, after taking two of three from the San Francisco Giants at Camden Yards, Luke Jones and Nestor are more than satisfied with the over .500 run in a mediocre-so-far division.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series win over San Francisco
Baltimore lost as many players to injury as games played over the weekend, but Craig Albernaz’s club recovering to win two of three was encouraging.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles sweep of White Sox and look ahead to Giants
After a sloppy weekend sweep in Pittsburgh, the Orioles took advantage of decent pitching and cold bats in Chicago, closing out a trio of wins that buoys the upcoming home stand against San Francisco and Arizona with some renewed optimism. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all elements of a Birds team that is navigating a choppy start to the season with more injuries and help needed on the mound.
Finding the sweep spot in Chicago lifts battered Birds back to Baltimore
After a sloppy weekend sweep in Pittsburgh, the Orioles took advantage of decent pitching and cold bats in Chicago, closing out a trio of wins that buoys the upcoming home stand against San Francisco and Arizona with some renewed optimism. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all elements of a Birds team that is navigating a choppy start to the season with more injuries and help needed on the mound.
Orioles pitcher Zach Eflin out for season after undergoing Tommy John surgery
On Tuesday, Zach Eflin went for a second opinion on the elbow injury suffered in his season debut last week.
Scar tissue from 2025 doing Orioles no favors navigating underwhelming start
Nine games shouldn’t change one’s expectations for 2026, but you’d like to see a few more encouraging signs in the midst of a 3-6 start.
#ColumnNes: O, no! These Birds laid three Easter eggs in Pittsburgh as the bats blow cold into Chicago
Stink. Stank. Stunk. And suddenly the Baltimore Orioles are 3-6 and headed on a familiar course down, and quickly. Back in December, Craig Albernaz said the Orioles were going to “attack the fundamentals,” the little details, the cleaner brand of baseball that this franchise clearly did not play over the weekend in Pittsburgh. It’s getting late early for the good start we all expected around here.
Luke Jones and Nestor get Orioles fans ready for the road in Pittsburgh and Chicago and recap first homestand
It was the mediocre start that a 3-3 opening home stand would indicate and with Zach Eflin on the shelf and the bullpen uncertainly, Luke Jones and Nestor get Baltimore Orioles fans ready for the road in Pittsburgh and Chicago and talk some April Fools’ hijinks and Sidd Finch amidst the early spring weather reports.
The Orioles get outta town on first business trip to Pittsburgh and South Side of Chicago
It was the mediocre start that a 3-3 opening home stand would indicate and with Zach Eflin on the shelf and the bullpen uncertainly, Luke Jones and Nestor get Baltimore Orioles fans ready for the road in Pittsburgh and Chicago and talk some April Fools’ hijinks amidst the early spring weather reports.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series loss to Texas and 3-3 homestand
Samuel Basallo’s long home run helped cap the homestand with a win on Wednesday afternoon.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss elbow injury to Zach Eflin and bullpen strain for Orioles as first week proves choppy for Albernaz
We knew the Orioles would need Dean Kremer back in Baltimore at some point but we didn’t think it’d be this soon. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Tuesday night elbow injury to Zach Eflin and the current bullpen strain for the Birds as the first week proves choppy for rookie skipper Craig Albernaz.
The loss of Zach Eflin and how it impacts Orioles pitching
We knew the Orioles would need Dean Kremer back in Baltimore at some point but we didn’t think it’d be this soon. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Tuesday night elbow injury to Zach Eflin and the current bullpen strain for the Birds as the first week proves choppy for rookie skipper Craig Albernaz.
Orioles promote Albert Suarez, shift Westburg to 60-day IL as Eflin goes on 15-day IL
The 36-year-old had yet to appear for Triple-A Norfolk before being summoned to Baltimore for the series finale against Texas.
Orioles pitcher Zach Eflin exits Tuesday’s start, heads to IL with elbow discomfort
The 31-year-old was making his first start since undergoing back surgery last August.
Following Eflin injury, Orioles bullpen battered in 8-5 loss to Texas
Baltimore’s bullpen allowed seven earned runs after Zach Eflin exited with elbow discomfort in the fourth inning.
Craig Albernaz discusses Zach Eflin’s injury and another Orioles loss to Texas
Craig Albernaz discusses Zach Eflin’s injury and another Orioles loss to Texas
Allen McCallum dicsusses Orioles early strengths and weaknesses with Nestor as MLB season opens
With the first week of baseball in action, our longtime baseball insider Allen McCallum discusses Orioles early strengths and weaknesses and the much-discussed ABS system of balls and strikes with Nestor.
Getting into the swing of things with early Birds
With the first week of baseball in action, our longtime baseball insider Allen McCallum discusses Orioles early strengths and weaknesses and the much-discussed ABS system of balls and strikes with Nestor.
Luke Jones and Nestor recap a successful Opening Day in Baltimore as Orioles beat Twins behind strong effort from Rogers
Seven strong innings from Trevor Rogers and a packed Oriole Park at Camden Yards kicked off the 2026 campaign in grand style with a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Twins. Luke Jones and Nestor recap a successful Opening Day in Baltimore and opine about how true quality starting pitching can take the Birds to new heights with a soft schedule and lots to recommend the squad in the early going.
For starters, it was a great start to season for Orioles
Seven strong innings from Trevor Rogers and a packed Oriole Park at Camden Yards kicked off the 2026 campaign in grand style with a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Twins. Luke Jones and Nestor recap a successful Opening Day in Baltimore and opine about how true quality starting pitching can take the Birds to new heights with a soft schedule and lots to recommend the squad in the early going.
Sizing up Opening Day roster for 2026 Orioles
Luke Jones takes a look at the initial 26-man roster for new manager Craig Albernaz.
Luke Jones and Nestor preview Orioles pitching and prep for long MLB season in bullpen for Birds
We love the starting rotation but about that untested bullpen? Luke Jones and Nestor get you ready for Opening Day and beyond with a full preview of the 2026 Baltimore Orioles and where the Birds will be flying in the American League East this summer – and hopefully, into the fall.
Can Albernaz manage the Orioles arms into October?
We love the starting rotation but about that untested bullpen? Luke Jones and Nestor get you ready for Opening Day and beyond with a full preview of the 2026 Baltimore Orioles and where the Birds will be flying in the American League East this summer – and hopefully, into the fall.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts entering 2026 season
New manager Craig Albernaz will try to lead Baltimore back to the postseason after a last-place finish in 2025.
In surprise move, Orioles option Dean Kremer to minors to set Opening Day rotation
Kremer led Baltimore in innings pitched last season, but he had a minor-league option remaining, which made room for Zach Eflin.
Orioles bullpen begs more questions than you’d like for would-be contender
With few proven relief commodities, Baltimore is counting heavily on new closer Ryan Helsley to put a tough 2025 behind him.
Orioles name Trevor Rogers as Opening Day starter
Voted the 2025 Most Valuable Oriole after a stunning season, Rogers will be Baltimore’s starter on March 26.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts as World Baseball Classic competition begins
Adley Rutschman enters a pivotal 2026 after enduring struggles and injuries over the last season and a half.
Projecting 2026 Orioles’ Opening Day roster ahead of Grapefruit League opener
Will Colton Cowser be able to handle center field every day?
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles addition of Bassitt and Holliday injury along with pitching strategy of Elias
It’s already been a short week of additions and subtractions as the Baltimore Orioles sign veteran starting pitcher Chris Bassitt on a $18.5 million one-year deal and lost Jackson Holliday to a broken hamate bone, which changes the Opening Day lineup. Luke Jones and Nestor reset the Birdland expectations as Mike Elias still has some work to do on the bullpen and there’s action gearing up in Sarasota as spring training baseball begins next week in Florida.
Adding Bassitt for real money and losing Holliday for real time
It’s already been a short week of additions and subtractions as the Baltimore Orioles sign veteran starting pitcher Chris Bassitt on a $18.5 million one-year deal and lost Jackson Holliday to a broken hamate bone, which changes the Opening Day lineup. Luke Jones and Nestor reset the Birdland expectations as Mike Elias still has some work to do on the bullpen and there’s action gearing up in Sarasota as spring training baseball begins next week in Florida.
Orioles agree to terms with veteran starter Chris Bassitt to complete rotation mix
Baltimore will reportedly sign the soon-to-be 37-year-old to a one-year, $18.5 million contract.
Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday to open season on injured list after breaking bone in hand
The 22-year-old will undergo surgery to remove the hamate bone in his right hand.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts at start of 2026 spring training
Luke Jones offers his latest orange musings as pitchers and catchers report to Sarasota.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss that one more arm Orioles need before Sarasota to compete in AL East
The new ownership group reached deep into the monetary reserve to sign slugger Pete Alonso in Baltimore but what’s up with the pitching? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss that one more arm the Orioles need in the rotation – not to mention a too-thin bullpen – in preparation for pitchers and catchers to report to the refurbished facility in Sarasota.
With spring nearly upon us, time running short for Orioles to punctuate encouraging offseason
Is another notable move coming before pitchers and catchers report to Sarasota next week?
