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Orioles defeat Twins 8-6 with key ABS challenges in ninth
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The Baltimore Orioles secured an 8-6 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday at Camden Yards, clinching their season-opening series. Pete Alonso delivered a go-ahead RBI single in the seventh inning after a successful challenge, while closer Ryan Helsley benefited from two overturned ball calls against Josh Bell in the ninth. Twins manager Derek Shelton was ejected after arguing the timing of Helsley's challenge.
At Saturday's press conference introducing Shane Baz's recently agreed five-year, $68 million extension, Baltimore Orioles owner David Rubenstein signaled openness to further long-term deals with core players, amid recent commitments to Samuel Basallo and Pete Alonso.
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The Baltimore Orioles announced a five-year contract extension with right-hander Shane Baz worth $68 million, the largest ever for a pitcher in franchise history. The deal, which begins immediately, covers his arbitration years in 2027 and 2028 and buys out two free-agent seasons. Baz, acquired from the Rays in December, is set to make his Orioles debut Sunday against the Twins.
The Baltimore Orioles finished last in the American League East in 2025 with a 75-87 record but have been the most active team in the division this offseason. Aiming to replicate the Toronto Blue Jays' rebound from last to first, Baltimore added key players like Pete Alonso and Ryan Helsley. President of baseball operations Mike Elias described the division as a competitive 'cage match' with all five teams vying for the top spot.
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Shane Baz expressed excitement about joining the Baltimore Orioles following his December 19 trade from the Tampa Bay Rays, highlighting his prior work with catcher Adley Rutschman and optimism for the team's aggressive rebuild after a 75-87 season.
The Baltimore Orioles have bolstered their starting rotation by acquiring right-handed pitcher Shane Baz from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for four prospects and a 2026 draft pick. This move addresses a key need for the Orioles following a disappointing 75-87 season. Baz, a 26-year-old with high-velocity stuff, brings upside despite injury history.
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Newly signed Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso chose jersey number 25 to honor his son born in 2025, as revealed at his introductory press conference on Thursday. The five-time All-Star, who agreed to a five-year, $155 million deal earlier this week after seven seasons with the Mets, expressed excitement about the team's championship potential.
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