71 Articles about the First Month of the Orioles Season

The Orioles finished the first month of the season a game under .500. It’s a bit disappointing, but considering where they were at the end of April last season, it’s a step in the right direction. I’ve been writing daily articles about this team for BirdsWatcher.com since the start of spring training, and let me tell you, it’s given me a real appreciation for anyone whose job it is to talk about sports every day. It’s underrated how difficult it is to not say something every day that I’ll regret the very next day. Anyway here is everything I wrote from the start of the season until May 1st.

The posts are organized by categories and not chronologically so keep the date in mind.

Bad News

Between injuries and underperformance, there’s been a lot of bad news in Baltimore. Here are the articles I’ve written in response to various disappointing updates from the team.

3 trends the Orioles need to change if they want to be a contender again

Orioles’ true weakness is hiding in plain sight (but fixing it is anything but simple)

With Ryan Helsley out, the Orioles need these 2 veterans to step up in high leverage situations

Trevor Rogers’ injury leaves the Orioles counting on unproven arms looking for a chance

Orioles’ longtime weakness continues to plague Baltimore — even under Craig Albernaz

Orioles unexpected bullpen cornerstone showing signs of shakiness

Surprise injury gives red hot minor-league pitcher another chance to prove himself

The one thing MLB has been begging for could be the silver lining to the Orioles’ slow start

This one position group is singlehandedly tanking the Orioles team defense

Losing Tyler O’Neill may not mean as much to the Orioles as one might think

Once promising Orioles prospect’s DFA is the culmination of his fall from grace

Adley Rutschman’s injury puts a lot of pressure on this young Orioles backstop to step up

Orioles fans are worried about repeating unfortunate history with Chris Bassitt

Zach Eflin injury sparks Orioles roster move but Opening Day do-over is inevitable

Orioles rotation depth is going to be immediately tested by Zach Eflin injury

Every AL East team’s fatal weakness ranked and where the Orioles fit in

Player = Good

Let me tell you there’s nothing I like more than watching a player and then writing about how they’re playing good. It’s no mistake that this is the largest section.

Adley Rutschman revives memories of the most forgotten stretch of his Orioles career

Orioles already seeing promising signs from under-the-radar trade with Reds

Orioles are finally seeing signs of life from young stars who hold the keys to the future

The Orioles need to ride the hot hand despite their “everyday outfielder” returning

This Orioles rookie is standing out in a big way, despite plethora of young talent on roster

Adley Rutschman return gives Orioles needed boost behind the plate

Pete Alonso is providing the Orioles with something nobody expected

Orioles continue to reap rewards from Cedric Mullins trade

Orioles may have quietly found another young core building block

Orioles’ most surprising trade of the offseason is yielding fantastic results so far

Trevor Rogers is silencing Orioles’ critics but Cy Young bid has two flaws

Orioles’ bullpen is being reshaped by one unexpected reliever right now

This offseason trade is paying more dividends than expected for the Orioles

Here is where the Orioles’ payroll stands after surprise Shane Baz extension

Please fire Mike Elias

I think I showed great restraint not writing something like this every single day.

Orioles’ biggest offseason mistake is already coming back to haunt them

Mike Elias’ attempts to deflect responsibility for Orioles’ struggles don’t pass smell test

Orioles’ lineup logjam is already a problem and it’s getting worse fast

Orioles’ early-season returns make one roster flaw impossible to ignore now

Trevor Rogers reveals Orioles’ contract extension stance after Shane Baz’s new deal

ABS Stuff

I think ABS and how teams are using it is one of the most interesting topics of the season.

This one thing Adley Rutschman should do could boost Orioles’ struggling rotation

Orioles found a new way for umpires to screw them even with ABS challenges available

The Orioles have lost their ABS courage and it could cost them dearly

New ABS stats reveal Orioles long time development strategy to be a success

Orioles spark chaos after ABS call leaves Twins manager furious

Prospects

If the Orioles don’t start playing better this section is going to get bigger and bigger.

This surging Orioles prospect just shared what piece of advice helped him break out

Blazing hot spring training has not translated for this former Orioles first-round pick

Orioles may have unusual (for them) solutions in wake of yet another Zach Eflin injury

Orioles’ new top prospect has one big hurdle to overcome to earn his status

Unsung Orioles prospect is not going to remain a hidden gem for much longer

Player = Struggling

I don’t like writing these, but when a player is playing badly, there’s no choice but to just face it head-on. If you’re wondering what the difference between this and “bad news” is, it’s that these are more single-player specific.

Orioles might solve early lineup woes with one surprising Pete Alonso move

Checking in on the Orioles’ newly extended starter reveals a mixed bag of results

Orioles need this one bat to heat up amid overwhelming lineup struggles

This Orioles starter is playing his way out of a spot in Baltimore’s struggling rotation

Colton Cowser’s early struggles are already forcing Orioles fans to adjust their outlook

Kyle Bradish slow start continues, but there is reason to believe he has turned a corner

Orioles signing of Ryan Helsley will be a bust if he doesn’t solve this unfortunate flaw

Orioles fans see a surprising Pete Alonso trend that could flip quickly

Orioles can’t afford to let Tyler O’Neill keep making this same mistake

Orioles facing real concern as Kyle Bradish trend becomes impossible to ignore

Coby Mayo’s stat line doesn’t tell the full story, but he needs to change one thing

Orioles fans can point to familiar culprit to explain Gunnar Henderson’s slow start

Jackson Holliday saga

If you read these, you’ll track me slowly realizing this injury is a lot more complicated than originally anticipated.

Orioles handed unexpected silver lining during Jackson Holliday absence

“Good news” from Jackson Holliday’s MRI is only leading to more questions

Jackson Holliday’s return to the Orioles should see a surprising position change

Jackson Holliday’s imminent return may push Orioles fan favorite off the roster

Here is what the Orioles’ lineup should look like once Jackson Holliday returns

Jackson Holliday injury update shows Orioles have a tough roster decision coming soon

Craig Albernaz

I’ve liked Albernaz so far. As expected there are some first time manager growing pains but I appreciate his vibe.

Craig Albernaz shows off unique managerial approach with controversial pitching decision

Orioles new pregame drill is suddenly fueling stolen base surge

Orioles stubborn outfield experiment is quickly backfiring again

Craig Albernaz calls out Orioles’ longstanding culture amidst slow start to 2026

Craig Albernaz needs to make one adjustment to how he’s handling the Orioles bullpen

Orioles showing what 2025 was missing after Craig Albernaz’s Opening Day celebration