Orioles face offseason challenges after 2026 elimination from playoff contention

The Baltimore Orioles were officially eliminated from playoff contention on September 24, 2026, finishing the season at 78-81. Their offensive struggles, hitting just.233 as a team, contributed to a disappointing season, despite Pete Alonso's 41 home runs. Key players needing improvement include Tyler O’Neill, who has been injury-prone, and Colton Cowser, whose batting average fell to.223. The front office is expected to focus on internal options for improvement, as the roster will largely remain the same moving into 2027.

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