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 | ||||||
40 | Chris Bassitt | SP | 6'5" | 220 lbs | 37 | Toledo, OH |
74 | Felix Bautista | RP | 6'8" | 285 lbs | 31 | Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic |
34 | Shane Baz | SP | 6'3" | 200 lbs | 27 | Houston, TX |
78 | Yennier Cano | RP | 6'4" | 245 lbs | 32 | Havana, Cuba |
81 | Luis De Leon | RP | 6'3" | 168 lbs | 23 | Barahona, Dominican Republic |
65 | Cameron Foster | RP | 6'5" | 240 lbs | 27 | Houston, TX |
50 | Rico Garcia | RP | 5'9" | 215 lbs | 32 | Honolulu, HI |
43 | Trey Gibson | SP | 6'5" | 240 lbs | 24 | Newport News, VA |
59 | Codi Heuer | RP | 6'5" | 200 lbs | 30 | Missoula, MT |
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 |
66 | Anthony Nunez | RP | 6'2" | 220 lbs | 25 | Miami, FL |
37 | Cade Povich | SP | 6'3" | 200 lbs | 26 | Reno, NV |
28 | Trevor Rogers | SP | 6'5" | 230 lbs | 28 | Carlsbad, NM |
73 | Cam Sanders | RP | 6'2" | 215 lbs | 29 | Thibodaux, LA |
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 | 28 | Lumberton, TX |
61 | Yosver Zulueta | RP | 6'1" | 190 lbs | 28 | Remedios, Cuba |
Catchers | ||||||
29 | Samuel Basallo | C | 6'4" | 250 lbs | 22 | Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic |
75 | Carlos Narvaez | C | 5'11" | 190 lbs | 27 | Maracay, Venezuela |
79 | Yohel Pozo | C | 5'11" | 201 lbs | 29 | Maracaibo, Venezuela |
Infielders | ||||||
23 | Blaze Alexander | 3B | 5'11" | 200 lbs | 27 | Cape Coral, FL |
25 | Pete Alonso | 1B | 6'3" | 245 lbs | 31 | Tampa, FL |
54 | Jose Barrero | SS | 6'4" | 211 lbs | 28 | Havana, Cuba |
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 | LF | 6'5" | 220 lbs | 25 | San Luis Obispo, CA |
17 | Colton Cowser | CF | 6'3" | 220 lbs | 26 | Houston, TX |
27 | Christian Franklin | CF | 5'9" | 195 lbs | 26 | Overland Park, KS |
62 | Rece Hinds | RF | 6'3" | 215 lbs | 26 | Niceville, FL |
13 | Heston Kjerstad | LF | 6'2" | 215 lbs | 27 | Amarillo, TX |
88 | Luis Robert Jr. | CF | 6'2" | 225 lbs | 29 | Ciego de Avila, Cuba |
30 | Leody Taveras | CF | 6'2" | 210 lbs | 28 | Tenares, Dominican Republic |
62 | Reed Trimble | LF | 5'11" | 190 lbs | 26 | Tupelo, MS |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jordan Westburg | 60-day IL | February | Right Elbow (Surgery) | Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias said Monday that Westburg (elbow) will begin a hitting progression this week, Rich Dubroff of BaltimoreBaseball.com reports. |
Kyle Bradish | 60-day IL | February | Abdomen (Surgery) | Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias said Monday that Bradish will undergo surgery Tuesday to repair a sports hernia, Andy Kostka of TheBanner.com reports. |
Blaze Alexander | 10-day IL | February | Back (Spasms) | Orioles manager Craig Albernaz indicated Friday that Alexander (back) will not be activated from the 10-day injured list before the end of the season, Rich Dubroff of BaltimoreBaseball.com reports. |
Tyler O'Neill | 60-day IL | February | Right Shoulder (Strain) | O'Neill was given a PRP injection in his injured right shoulder recently, Matt Weyrich of The Baltimore Sun reports. |
Samuel Basallo | 7-day IL | February | Concussion (Concussion) | The Orioles placed Basallo (concussion) on the 7-day injured list Wednesday. |
Jackson Holliday | 10-day IL | February | Left Wrist (Surgery) | Holliday will undergo left wrist surgery next week, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports. |
Ryan Helsley | 60-day IL | February | Right Elbow (Inflammation) | President of baseball operations Mike Elias said Saturday that Helsley (elbow) will be shut down for the remainder of the season, Andy Kostka of TheBanner.com reports. |
Ryan Mountcastle | 60-day IL | February | Oblique (Strain) | Mountcastle (foot/oblique) has resumed a hitting progression, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports. |
Luis Robert Jr. | 10-day IL | February | Left Hamstring (Soreness) | The Orioles placed Robert on the 10-day injured list Sunday due to left hamstring discomfort. |
Reed Trimble | Day-to-day | February | Right Hamstring (Soreness) | Triple-A Norfolk placed Trimble on the 7-day injured list Friday due to right hamstring discomfort, Andy Kostka of TheBanner.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. |
Keegan Akin | 60-day IL | September | Left Elbow (Surgery) | Akin (elbow) underwent Tommy John surgery Wednesday, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports. |
Cameron Foster | Day-to-day | February | Right Shoulder (Inflammation) | Foster was removed from an appearance at Triple-A Norfolk on Thursday due to right shoulder discomfort, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.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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