Orioles, Mateo and Opening Day

Orioles first-day spring training notes on Kjerstad, Mateo, Wells, Rogers and more
Heston Kjerstad arrived early at Orioles spring training, well ahead of the report date for position players. He’s fighting for a roster spot in a crowded outfield, and if he doesn’t make the club, it won’t be for lack of an opportunity.
Orioles' Jorge Mateo: Not expected for Opening Day
Orioles general manager Mike Elias said Thursday that Mateo (elbow) is unlikely to be ready for Opening Day, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports. Mateo's rehab from UCL reconstruction surgery on his left (non-throwing) elbow is going well,
Jorge Mateo and Orioles agree to $3.55 million, 1-year deal, avoid arbitration
Baltimore second baseman Jorge Mateo avoided a salary arbitration hearing when he agreed to a $3.55 million, one-year contract with the Orioles on Tuesday. Mateo’s deal includes a $5.5 million team option for 2026.
Trevor Rogers, Jorge Mateo Unlikely To Be Ready For Opening Day
With camps opening for spring training, it’s common for clubs to provide updates on player health or the lack thereof. Orioles general manager Mike Elias
Orioles' Jorge Mateo: Avoids arbitration
The Orioles agreed to terms with Mateo on a one-year contract Tuesday with a club option for 2026 to avoid arbitration.
Mateo and Rogers won't be ready for Orioles Opening Day
The Opening Day roster for the Orioles isn’t going to include infielder Jorge Mateo. The fastest player in camp made a speedy exit from it.On the first workout day, executive vice president/general manager Mike Elias confirmed that Mateo is making progress but probably won’t get enough at-bats to be ready on March 27 in Toronto.
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Kjerstad positioned for expanded role in Orioles' OF as camp kicks off
After two years of sporadic big league playing time and extra seasoning in the Minors, Heston Kjerstad has waited his turn to ...
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Orioles injury updates: Félix Bautista has ‘very good chance’ for opening day
Orioles star closer Félix Bautista, who missed all of last season while recovering from Tommy John surgery, should be ready ...