Baltimore Orioles
Aiming for the postseason for the third time in four years under new leadership.
The 2026 Baltimore Orioles season marks the franchise's 126th year, their 73rd in Baltimore, and the 35th at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Building on a previous record of 75–87, the team enters this campaign aiming to reach the postseason for the third time in four seasons. A pivotal moment occurred on October 26, 2025, when Craig Albernaz was hired as the new manager to lead the club through these challenges.
- character
- American League Interdivisional Rivalry
- Affiliation
- Minnesota Twins vs. Baltimore Orioles
- Status
- Active Historical Rivalry
- Key Era
- Late 1960s to Early 1970s
Lore & Background
The team's immediate focus is on improving their standing after a 75–87 season. The hiring of Craig Albernaz on October 26, 2025, signals a strategic shift intended to guide the roster toward playoff contention. This marks the start of the 35th year playing at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, a venue that has hosted the franchise for over three decades. The season represents the 126th chapter in the organization's history and the 73rd played within Baltimore city limits.
In Their Own Story
With Craig Albernaz taking the helm as manager on October 26, 2025, the Orioles are set to begin their 126th season. The team carries the momentum of a recent postseason run, looking to secure another berth for the third time in four seasons. This effort follows a previous campaign where they finished with a record of 75–87. As the 35th year at Oriole Park at Camden Yards unfolds, the focus remains on converting the lessons from last season's 75–87 finish into a winning record.
Reader's Guide
The 2026 schedule is framed by the goal of improving upon the prior 75–87 record. Key milestones include the manager appointment on October 26, 2025, which set the stage for the upcoming campaign. The season also celebrates the 35th anniversary of play at Oriole Park at Camden Yards and marks the franchise's 126th year overall. Fans are watching to see if the team can achieve their objective of making the postseason for the third time in four seasons.
Did You Know?
- Craig Albernaz was hired as manager on October 26, 2025.
- The Orioles are aiming to make the postseason for the third time in four seasons.
- This is the franchise's 126th season and the 35th at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
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