An early look back on the discouraging 2026 Orioles season

The Baltimore Orioles have been eliminated from postseason contention heading into their final three games against the New York Yankees. The team used 60 players during the 2026 season, with only eight continuous players from their Opening Day roster. Pete Alonso hit 41 home runs, the ninth most in franchise history, while Colton Cowser proved to be a reliable center fielder.

Injuries heavily impacted the campaign, with Jackson Holliday awaiting left wrist surgery and Samuel Basallo's season cut short by a concussion. Ryan Mountcastle was limited to eight games, Jordan Westburg missed the entire year following Tommy John surgery, and Kyle Bradish ended the season on the injured list with a sports hernia.