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 | ||||||
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 |
76 | Yaramil Hiraldo | RP | 6'1" | 220 lbs | 30 | Santiago, Dominican Republic |
26 | Alex Hoppe | RP | 6'1" | 200 lbs | 27 | Davenport, IA |
39 | Andrew Kittredge | RP | 6'1" | 235 lbs | 36 | Spokane, WA |
37 | Cade Povich | SP | 6'3" | 200 lbs | 26 | Reno, NV |
28 | Trevor Rogers | SP | 6'5" | 230 lbs | 28 | Carlsbad, NM |
49 | Albert Suarez | RP | 6'3" | 235 lbs | 36 | San Felix, Venezuela |
61 | Josh Walker | RP | 6'6" | 225 lbs | 31 | Otisville, NY |
48 | Grant Wolfram | RP | 6'7" | 250 lbs | 29 | Holland, MI |
63 | Brandon Young | SP | 6'6" | 230 lbs | 27 | Lumberton, TX |
Catchers | ||||||
75 | Carlos Narvaez | C | 5'11" | 190 lbs | 27 | Maracay, Venezuela |
79 | Yohel Pozo | C | 5'11" | 201 lbs | 29 | Maracaibo, Venezuela |
Infielders | ||||||
25 | Pete Alonso | 1B | 6'3" | 245 lbs | 31 | Tampa, FL |
32 | Christian Encarnacion-Strand | 3B | 6'1" | 224 lbs | 26 | Walnut Creek, CA |
2 | Gunnar Henderson | SS | 6'3" | 230 lbs | 25 | 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 | ||||||
12 | Dylan Beavers | RF | 6'5" | 220 lbs | 24 | San Luis Obispo, CA |
17 | Colton Cowser | CF | 6'3" | 220 lbs | 26 | Houston, TX |
27 | Christian Franklin | LF | 5'9" | 195 lbs | 26 | Overland Park, KS |
9 | Tyler O'Neill | RF | 5'9" | 200 lbs | 31 | Burnaby, Canada |
30 | Leody Taveras | CF | 6'2" | 210 lbs | 27 | Tenares, Dominican Republic |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Chris Bassitt | 60-day IL | Aug 14 | Back (Surgery) | Bassitt (back) struck out five and allowed three hits and two walks across six scoreless innings Friday in a rehab start with Triple-A Norfolk. |
Ryan Helsley | 60-day IL | Early September | Right Elbow (Inflammation) | Helsley (elbow) said Sunday that he's about a week into his throwing program but is likely a couple of weeks away from getting back on a mound, Andy Kostka of TheBanner.com reports. |
Blaze Alexander | 10-day IL | Aug 21 | Left Hand (Fracture) | Alexander played catch Friday for the first time since sustaining a fractured left hand before the All-Star break, Andy Kostka of TheBanner.com reports. |
Felix Bautista | 60-day IL | Early September | Right Shoulder (Surgery) | Bautista (shoulder) threw live batting practice Tuesday, Matt Weyrich of The Baltimore Sun reports. |
Samuel Basallo | 10-day IL | Aug 21 | Right Shoulder (Inflammation) | Manager Craig Albernaz said Tuesday that Basallo (shoulder) is close to participating in both his catching and hitting progressions and could be cleared for a rehab assignment within the next two weeks, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports. |
Colin Selby | 60-day IL | May | Right Shoulder (Surgery) | Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias said Friday that Selby underwent right shoulder surgery Tuesday to repair his labrum and rotator cuff, Andy Kostka of TheBanner.com reports. |
Ryan Mountcastle | 60-day IL | Late September | Oblique (Strain) | The Orioles announced that Mountcastle (foot) suffered a "significant" oblique strain while warming up for his first rehab game and will now be out a couple more months, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports. |
Keegan Akin | 60-day IL | September | Left Elbow (Surgery) | Akin (elbow) underwent Tommy John surgery Wednesday, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports. |
Jordan Westburg | 60-day IL | March | Right Elbow (Surgery) | Westburg (elbow) underwent Tommy John surgery Wednesday, Andrew Golden of TheBanner.com 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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