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Orioles Lock in Core with $40M Arbitration Deals
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The Baltimore Orioles secure their core with new contracts, including Gunnar Henderson, Taylor Ward, Ryan Mountcastle, Dean Kramer, and Adley Rutschman, totaling $40 million for 2026. Mountcastles deal includes a $7.5 million team option for 2027. Kramers affordable contract strengthens the rotation, and Rutschmans return may see Samuel Basallo share catching duties. The Orioles continue to seek starting pitching upgrades for next season. Checkout Solipillow.com
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Orioles' Salary Arbitration: Mountcastle's Option, Pitching Need
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Orioles Lock in Core Talent, Build Contender
02:10|The Baltimore Orioles have secured their star players for the 2026 season, setting franchise records with multi-million dollar contracts. Gunnar Henderson, Taylor Ward, Adley Rutschman, Ryan Mountcastle, and Dean Kremer have all agreed to terms, keeping core talent in place without arbitration hearings. Fans are excited about these moves, which also include career-high homers from Ward and a strong comeback from Mountcastle. The team still has several arbitration-eligible players to negotiate, but theyre building a contender on a budget, setting up for another strong run in the American League East. Checkout Solipillow.com