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.

"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...

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.

New enclosed “8-pack” for bullpen sessions at Orioles’ Sarasota complex

New Orioles pitching lab in Sarasota

Orioles control owner David Rubenstein cuts the ribbon to officially open the team’s new player development complex

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.

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.

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...

SARASOTA, Fla. — The beginning of my 4th season on the Orioles beat has arrived. ☀️🌴⚾️

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.

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)

D-backs GM Mike Hazen: "I believe in the development that Blaze has undergone. I do believe that he's a better baseball player. He's a young kid, he's a good player. ... Why was Baltimore, among a lot of other teams, coming after Blaze? It was for that same reason."

D-backs GM Mike Hazen told AZ media Blaze Alexander would have had role in '26, but there were limited players he could trade for 'pen help. "At this stage of the game, the players that we had to sort of move for somebody like Strowd was kind of limited." (h/t @stevegilbertmlb.bsky.social)

Orioles are acquiring INF Blaze Alexander from the D-backs in exchange for RHP Kade Strowd and 2 Minor Leaguers (RHP Wellington Aracena and INF José Mejía, according to a source. www.mlb.com/orioles/news...

Framber Valdez is off the free-agent board, his search for a new team now over. But the Orioles’ pursuit of starting pitching is not. Where do the O’s go from here? www.mlb.com/orioles/news...

Orioles’ non-roster invitees for Spring Training include prospects such as OF Enrique Bradfield Jr., RHP Trey Gibson, INF Aron Estrada, RHP Nestor German, LHP Luis De León and others

RHP Kyle Bradish won his arbitration hearing with Orioles, according to a source. Bradish will make $3.55 million during the 2026 season. The Associated Press was first to report.

New upper level pitching coordinator Thomas Eshelman, 31, pitched for Orioles from 2019-21. 2 former O’s Minor Leaguers are also now on the Dominican Summer League staff — Elio Prado (hitting coach) and Noelberth Romero (coach).

Orioles announced these staff promotions/hires: -Forrest Herrmann from Director of Pitching Development to Director of pitching -Mike Montville from Triple-A Norfolk hitting coach to Upper Level Hitting Coordinator -Thomas Eshelman hired as Upper Level Pitching Coordinator

Orioles have acquired INF/OF Bryan Ramos from White Sox in exchange for cash considerations. The 23-year-old (who was DFA’d on Thursday) hit .198 in 36 big league games over past 2 seasons. INF/OF Weston Wilson was DFA’d to make room on O’s 40-man roster.

The Camden Yards scoreboard sign and clock are off to be refurbished. They will be getting a new internal mechanism, clock face and neon on Orioles lettering. It will be ready for Opening Day. (Photo courtesy of Orioles)

Czechia has a new Major Leaguer! With Eric Sogard missing out due to injury, Terrin Vavra will bring big league experience to everyone's favorite central European baseball team: www.mlb.com/news/terrin-...

Cubs announce that they have signed OF Dylan Carlson to a Minor League deal with a non-roster invite to MLB camp this spring.

Craig Kimbrel agrees to Mets deal. Minors deal with MLB camp invite.

The "New Oriole Way"? That's what Pete Alonso is ready to usher in during '26, as the Polar Bear prepares to implement a style of baseball he believes will lead to success. "For me, I want to win a championship, and I’m willing to do whatever it takes." www.mlb.com/orioles/news...

Pete Alonso on how his play could be impacted without any contract uncertainty after signing long-term deal with Orioles: “I hope that this unlocks a different level. I’m hopeful, and I’ve been working toward that.”

Gunnar Henderson on Orioles’ active offseason: “They’ve done a great job this offseason. Really happy that they’re starting to put some money into us — not only the players, but the stadium. … “It’s a super good time for Orioles fans, and they should be excited.”

Pete Alonso: “Everyone’s on the same page. I’m starting to feel like there’s a certain brand of baseball, the type of game that we want to play. “I guess you could call it the ‘New Oriole Way.’ And I think that’s gonna be a really huge part of why we’re gonna win games.”

Gunnar Henderson said he sustained his shoulder impingement on a dive early last season. The Orioles shortstop is proud of the year he put together despite being banged up, and he’s feeling healthy now.

Pete Alonso repeatedly talked about the “vibe shift” here in Baltimore, the positive vibes entering the season. He called it the “New Oriole Way.” Asked what that will entail, Alonso said with a smile, “You’ll find out.”

Orioles manager Craig Albernaz said he had a great conversation with Heston Kjerstad earlier this offseason and is excited to work with Kjerstad to help him get back on track. Kjerstad will be a full participant in camp.

Tyler Wells, Jordan Westburg, Pete Alonso, Gunnar Henderson, Samuel Basallo and Craig Albernaz in the warehouse, where they’ll soon assist in the Orioles’ Birdland Caravan Blessings in a Backpack event

Due to flight cancellations related to the weather, Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman will no longer be able to attend Birdland Caravan events. Manager Craig Albernaz and RHP Tyler Wells will be the attendees at Friday's arcade happy hour at GameOn Baltimore.

Orioles announce OF Marco Luciano has been claimed off waivers by the Yankees. Luciano was DFA’d by O’s last Thursday.

Orioles have claimed INF/OF Weston Wilson off waivers from Phillies. Wilson, 31, hit .242 with 9 home runs and a .756 OPS in 100 games for Phils from 2023-25. LHP José Suarez was DFA’d to make room on O’s 40-man roster.

Update on Orioles’ Birdland Caravan

Sugano, Shugo Maki, and nine more NPB stars were added to Japan's roster last night. Details: www.mlb.com/news/japan-u...

Orioles have claimed LHP José Suarez off waivers from the Braves. OF Marco Luciano was DFA'd to make room on the 40-man roster. Suarez, 28, has a 5.30 ERA in 106 games (62 starts) over 7 MLB seasons. He's pitched for Angels (2019-24) and Braves ('25).

Orioles announce their stacked 2025-26 international signing class, which includes 5 of MLB Pipeline’s Top 41 prospects available in this year’s signing period.

Josh Lewin has joined Orioles’ broadcast team to do radio play-by-play

Orioles announce their 2026 Spring Training broadcast schedule:

Ranger Suarez gets $130 million over 5 years

BREAKING NEWS FROM BOSTON: Ranger Suarez to Red Sox

Big Christmas is staying in the Orioles' organization. OF Jhonkensy Noel has cleared outright waivers and been assigned to Triple-A Norfolk.

More looks at some 2026 Orioles giveaways: -Kyle Bradish jersey hoodie (3/28 vs. MIN) -Hockey jersey (4/25 vs. BOS) -Maryland jersey (5/25 vs. TB) -Soccer jersey (6/13 vs. SD)

A look at some of the Orioles bobbleheads for 2026: -Jackson Holliday and Coconut (April 11 vs. SF) -Samuel Basallo (May 23 vs. DET) -Jordan Westburg and Grogu (May 30 vs. TOR)