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March 20, 2026

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Samuel Basallo is on fire this spring, smashing two more home runs and solidifying his status as a top prospect for the Orioles. The 21-year-old has been a revelation, showcasing power that could be crucial for the lineup as they prepare for Opening Day against the Twins next week. Tyler O'Neill, known for his penchant for theatrics on this day, looks to extend his record home run streak to seven, adding an extra layer of excitement to the early season. Meanwhile, the O's are grappling with a surplus of talent in the minors, contemplating trades of players like Ike Irish while holding onto future stars like Aron Estrada. With split-squad games scheduled today, there's no shortage of action as fans anticipate a bounce-back year for a team that finished last season with a 75-87 record.

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2 more Basallo home runs! O's top prospect closing spring on huge tear

2 more Basallo home runs! O's top prospect closing spring on huge tear

SARASOTA, Fla. -- Remember less than a week ago when Samuel Basallo slugged his first Grapefruit League home run and continued his hot spring with a five-RBI showing against the Phillies in Clearwater? That was only a warmup act. If you already thought the 21-year-old was setting himself up for

'Mr. Opening Day' O'Neill aiming to extend record HR streak to 7

'Mr. Opening Day' O'Neill aiming to extend record HR streak to 7

SARASOTA, Fla. -- One week from today will be Opening Day at Camden Yards. The Orioles will open the 2026 season with a matchup against the Twins, and Tyler O'Neill will enjoy what is typically one of his best days of the year. O’Neill loves the pageantry and festivities as

2 Orioles prospects that should be traded, and 2 they should hold onto

2 Orioles prospects that should be traded, and 2 they should hold onto

The Baltimore Orioles have a lot of prospects and not enough room for all of them. They should consider trading Ike Irish and Nate George but hold onto Aron Estrada and Wehiwa Aloy.

This Orioles prospect may be Baltimore's fastest riser in 2026

This Orioles prospect may be Baltimore's fastest riser in 2026

This year, the prospect to watch in the Orioles system is Esteban Mejia. If he improves his command, he could fly through the minors and up prospect rankings.

Orioles game live chat: March 19 split squad, 1:05 and 6:05

Orioles game live chat: March 19 split squad, 1:05 and 6:05

Two different sets of Orioles will be in action on Thursday down in Florida. They are squeezing in one last split-squad before the Grapefruit League schedule wraps up for them on Saturday. The 1:05 game is on the road, with no local television or radio broadcast. I had not intended to set up a game […]

Previewing the AL East: Toronto Blue Jays

Previewing the AL East: Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays went from finishing last in the AL East (74-88) in 2024 to being one inning away from a World Series title last season. The Jays won the division (94-68) with a tiebreaker over the Yankees before securing the American League crown in 2025. The Orioles, after finishing 75-87 last season, can […]