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March 12, 2026

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Ryan Mountcastle escaped serious injury after getting hit by a pitch on his right hand during the Orioles' 7-2 victory over the Pirates, a welcome relief for a team already dealing with setbacks. Coby Mayo's impressive bat is proving essential as he transitions back to third base, filling in for the injured Jordan Westburg, while veteran Thairo Estrada's struggles highlight the importance of stepping up when opportunities arise. Chris Bassitt's belief that the Orioles' rotation is underrated raises eyebrows, especially given the lingering questions about the group after Kyle Bradish's long-awaited return to the mound. With a 7-9 Grapefruit League record, fans are reminded that spring training is more about development than results, but victories like today’s can’t help but stir excitement for the season ahead.

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X-rays negative after Mountcastle hit by pitch on right hand

X-rays negative after Mountcastle hit by pitch on right hand

SARASOTA, Fla. -- The Orioles appear to have avoided another significant injury situation. Ryan Mountcastle was hit in the right hand by a pitch during the eighth inning of the O’s 7-2 Grapefruit League win over the Pirates on Wednesday afternoon at Ed Smith Stadium, prompting an early exit from

As Mayo reacclimates to 3rd, his bat shows why he's needed in O's lineup

As Mayo reacclimates to 3rd, his bat shows why he's needed in O's lineup

SARASOTA, Fla. -- Much of the talk about Coby Mayo this spring has been about his defense -- how he’s making the transition from first base back to third, how he’ll fare as the likely fill-in for the injured Jordan Westburg at the hot corner and even how he made

Veteran Orioles infielder is blowing his chance after Jackson Holliday injury

Veteran Orioles infielder is blowing his chance after Jackson Holliday injury

The Baltimore Orioles brought in Thairo Estrada as depth after the Jackson Holliday injury, but Estrada hasn't taken advantage of his opportunity at all so far.

Orioles think their rotation is underrated, but there are real questions to answer

Orioles think their rotation is underrated, but there are real questions to answer

Baltimore Orioles new pitcher Chris Bassitt says the Orioles rotation is underrated, but there are a lot of questions about the rest of the rotation.

Wednesday spring training Orioles game thread: vs. Pirates, 1:05

Wednesday spring training Orioles game thread: vs. Pirates, 1:05

If it feels like a long time since you’ve seen Kyle Bradish on the mound for the Orioles, you’re not imagining things. Bradish hasn’t pitched a Grapefruit League game since Feb. 28, a full 11 days ago. But that changes today, as he takes the hill against the Pirates in Sarasota. Bradish gave up two […]

Things we think we know at this point of the Orioles spring

Things we think we know at this point of the Orioles spring

The Orioles started the day with a 7-9 record in the Grapefruit league. That means the team has won seven games and lost nine. It really doesn’t mean anything else. It’s always fun to watch the Orioles win, but spring performance shouldn’t be used as a measuring stick for future success. Baltimore cant prove in […]