Baltimore Orioles Roster
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Inside the 2026 Orioles active roster
Whether you are tuning in to a regional broadcast or settling in for a national matchup, watching the O’s has been a Mid-Atlantic pastime since the 1950s. But to truly appreciate the action on your screen, you need to know exactly who is donning the orange and black.
The 2026 Baltimore Orioles roster represents a fascinating transitional period for the franchise. Following a frustrating 75–87 finish last season, the front office handed the managerial duties to Craig Albernaz. He’s now tasked with getting this loaded squad back into the postseason picture.
I created this guide to give members of Birdland a clear, updated picture of the current team. Check out the 26-man active roster down below to see exactly who the O’s are relying on to compete in the rugged American League East.
MLB - Baltimore Orioles Roster
| # | Player | Position | Height | Weight | Age | Birth place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pitchers | ||||||
45 | Keegan Akin | RP | 6'0" | 235 lbs | 31 | Alma, MI |
34 | Shane Baz | SP | 6'3" | 200 lbs | 27 | Houston, TX |
38 | Kyle Bradish | SP | 6'3" | 215 lbs | 29 | Peoria, AZ |
78 | Yennier Cano | RP | 6'4" | 245 lbs | 32 | Havana, Cuba |
50 | Rico Garcia | RP | 5'9" | 215 lbs | 32 | Honolulu, HI |
43 | Trey Gibson | SP | 6'5" | 240 lbs | 24 | Newport News, VA |
21 | Ryan Helsley | RP | 6'2" | 235 lbs | 31 | Tahlequah, OK |
39 | Andrew Kittredge | RP | 6'1" | 235 lbs | 36 | Spokane, WA |
28 | Trevor Rogers | SP | 6'5" | 230 lbs | 28 | Carlsbad, NM |
49 | Albert Suarez | RP | 6'3" | 235 lbs | 36 | San Felix, Venezuela |
68 | Tyler Wells | RP | 6'8" | 270 lbs | 31 | Tulsa, OK |
48 | Grant Wolfram | RP | 6'7" | 250 lbs | 29 | Holland, MI |
63 | Brandon Young | SP | 6'6" | 230 lbs | 27 | Lumberton, TX |
Catchers | ||||||
29 | Samuel Basallo | C | 6'4" | 250 lbs | 21 | Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic |
31 | Sam Huff | C | 6'4" | 242 lbs | 28 | Phoenix, AZ |
41 | Chadwick Tromp | C | 5'8" | 221 lbs | 31 | Oranjestad, Aruba |
Infielders | ||||||
23 | Blaze Alexander | 3B | 5'11" | 200 lbs | 27 | Cape Coral, FL |
25 | Pete Alonso | 1B | 6'3" | 245 lbs | 31 | Tampa, FL |
2 | Gunnar Henderson | SS | 6'3" | 230 lbs | 24 | Montgomery, AL |
7 | Jackson Holliday | 2B | 5'11" | 200 lbs | 22 | Austin, TX |
82 | Jeremiah Jackson | 2B | 5'11" | 200 lbs | 26 | Antioch, TN |
16 | Coby Mayo | 3B | 6'5" | 225 lbs | 24 | Coral Springs, FL |
Outfielders | ||||||
17 | Colton Cowser | RF | 6'3" | 220 lbs | 26 | Houston, TX |
9 | Tyler O'Neill | RF | 5'9" | 200 lbs | 31 | Burnaby, Canada |
30 | Leody Taveras | CF | 6'2" | 210 lbs | 27 | Tenares, Dominican Republic |
3 | Taylor Ward | LF | 6'0" | 205 lbs | 32 | Dayton, OH |
Baltimore Orioles players to watch
The heartbeat of the Orioles’ lineup is superstar infielder Gunnar Henderson, who brings MVP-level talent to the left side of the diamond. To protect him in the order, the front office made a massive offseason splash by acquiring veteran slugger Pete Alonso, adding sheer power to complement the team’s young core.
On the mound, the starting rotation relies on established right-hander Kyle Bradish to eat innings and keep games close. When it comes down to the wire, new lockdown closer Ryan Helsley is the man Albernaz turns to in the ninth inning, having already secured a handful of saves early in the season.
Current Orioles injury report
MLB - Baltimore Orioles Injury Report
| Player | Status | Expected return | Injury | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Dylan Beavers | 10-day IL | July 3 | Right Oblique (Strain) | Beavers (oblique) has gone just 1-for-20 (.050) with a run scored and five walks over his first six games during his minor-league rehab assignment. |
Felix Bautista | 60-day IL | Early September | Right Shoulder (Surgery) | Bautista (shoulder) will throw a bullpen session Tuesday, Andy Kostka of TheBanner.com reports. |
Dean Kremer | 60-day IL | July 4 | Right Quadriceps (Strain) | Kremer (quadriceps) struck out five and allowed one earned run on two hits and and two walks in 3.2 innings during his rehab start Sunday with Triple-A Norfolk. |
Adley Rutschman | 7-day IL | June 27 | Concussion (Concussion) | The Orioles placed Rutschman on the 7-day injured list Saturday after he was diagnosed with a concussion, Rich Dubroff of BaltimoreBaseball.com reports. |
Chris Bassitt | 15-day IL | June 30 | Back (Soreness) | Bassitt (back) received a facet injection to his lower back Friday, and he's set to begin his throwing progression, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports. |
Yaramil Hiraldo | 60-day IL | July 7 | Right Shoulder (Inflammation) | Hiraldo (shoulder) will throw live batting practice Friday, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports. |
Ryan Mountcastle | 60-day IL | July 7 | Left Foot (Fracture) | Mountcastle (foot) did some running Saturday, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports. |
Jhonkensy Noel | Day-to-day | June 27 | Left Wrist (Inflammation) | Noel was placed on the 7-day injured list at Triple-A Norfolk on Monday with left wrist inflammation, Matt Weyrich of The Baltimore Sun reports. |
Levi Wells | Day-to-day | Early August | Right Abdomen (Surgery) | Wells underwent successful core-muscle surgery Thursday, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports. |
Colin Selby | 60-day IL | Mid-July | Right Shoulder (Inflammation) | Selby was recently evaluated by Dr. Chris Looze in Baltimore due to ongoing symptoms with his injured right shoulder, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports. |
Jordan Westburg | 60-day IL | March | Right Elbow (Surgery) | Westburg (elbow) underwent Tommy John surgery Wednesday, Andrew Golden of TheBanner.com reports. |
Richard Guasch | Day-to-day | June 27 | Undisclosed | No details provided. |
Zach Eflin | 60-day IL | July | Right Elbow (Surgery) | Eflin underwent Tommy John surgery on his right elbow Wednesday, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports. |
Will Robertson | Day-to-day | June 30 | Undisclosed | The Orioles reassigned Robertson to minor-league camp Wednesday, Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun reports. |
Baltimore Orioles coaching staff
- Manager: Craig Albernaz
- Bench Coach: Donnie Ecker
- Pitching Coach: Drew French
- Hitting Coach: Dustin Lind
- First Base Coach: Jason Bourgeois
- Third Base Coach: Buck Britton
- Bullpen Coach: Hank Conger
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Baltimore Orioles roster FAQ
Who's the manager of the Orioles?
Craig Albernaz is the manager of the Baltimore Orioles. The team hired him in October 2025 to take over the dugout following a disappointing regular season campaign.
Who's the highest-paid player on the Orioles?
Veteran slugger Pete Alonso is currently the highest-paid player on the Baltimore Orioles. Following his massive offseason acquisition, he leads the team's payroll with a $21 million salary.
What's the average age of the Orioles roster?
ESPN's roster analysis places the average age of the Baltimore Orioles at 28.4 years. The front office has successfully blended its elite young farm system graduates with seasoned veteran acquisitions to keep the team highly competitive.
What are the Orioles' minor league affiliates?
The Baltimore Orioles' four primary minor league affiliates include the Delmarva Shorebirds (Low-A), Frederick Keys (High-A), Chesapeake Baysox (Double-A), and the Norfolk Tides (Triple-A).
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