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Orioles Trade Rodriguez to Angels, Bolster Lineup with Ward

11/22/2025

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The Baltimore Orioles traded starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez to the Los Angeles Angels for outfielder Taylor Ward, the first major trade of the Major League Baseball (MLB) offseason.
Ward posted a career year with 36 home runs and 103 RBIs, boosting the Orioles' lineup.
The trade raises questions about Ryan Mountcastle's future, as he could be non-tendered.
The Orioles are expected to make additional moves ahead of the 2026 season.

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The Baltimore Orioles traded starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez to the Los Angeles Angels for outfielder Taylor Ward, the first major trade of the Major League Baseball (MLB) offseason.
Ward posted a career year with 36 home runs and 103 RBIs, boosting the Orioles' lineup.
The trade raises questions about Ryan Mountcastle's future, as he could be non-tendered.
The Orioles are expected to make additional moves ahead of the 2026 season.