The importance of getting off to a strong start is something the Houston Astros and host Baltimore Orioles are well aware of entering Tuesday night's series opener.

The Baltimore Orioles have hovered around the .500 mark to open the 2026 season, a slower start than expected for a club with postseason aspirations. Part of the challenge has been the number of injuries to key position players,

Since July 19, Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser has been the worst hitter in MLB among players with at least 250 plate appearances.

Andrew Kittredge hasn’t experienced a particularly normal stretch in his two stints with the Orioles. Kittredge signed a $10 million deal with the Orioles on Jan. 13, 2025 and began the season on the injured list after undergoing a debridement procedure on his left knee.

Houston is moving arguably its most reliable relief arm to the rotation to boost a group that has struggled mightily to start the season.

The Orioles are monitoring Jackson Holliday’s status after the latest injury concern. Here’s the newest update on his condition. The Baltimore Orioles are still waiting for answers on Jackson Holliday.

Turnstile must be true baseball fans because the band is doubling up on their love of the sport with the Baltimore Orioles.

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso spoke on why he chose them over the Boston Red Sox and New York Mets in free agency.