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Orioles Lose 7-6, Eye Rogers Trade, Sign Bradish $90M

7/25/2026

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Rogers Trade Rumors

On July 25 2026, the Baltimore Orioles lost 7-6 in 10 innings to the Atlanta Braves.
Trevor Rogers pitched seven innings, struck out six, walked none, and gave up the winning run in the 10th.
Owner David Rubenstein said the checkbook is open and Rogers could be dealt by the Aug. 3 deadline.
Christian Encarnacion-Strand doubled, homered and drove in four runs, while Matt Olson hit a three-run homer in the 10th.

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Bradish Extension

Bradish signed a five-year, $90 million extension that keeps him in Baltimore through 2031.
The contract covers the final two years of his arbitration eligibility under the current CBA.
Owner David Rubenstein said the team is ready to fund long-term deals, noting this is the fourth extension this year.
Bradish, who recovered from Tommy John surgery in 2024, posted a 3.61 ERA in 19 starts this season.

History

Historical Context

Today's Orioles offers echo a broader shift that began when leagues abandoned reserve clauses, exemplified by the NFL’s current free-agency system introduced on March 1 1993 and the AFL’s adoption of free agency in 2012. Those changes increased player mobility and sparked payroll competition, a dynamic now reflected in Baltimore’s aggressive contract and trade proposals.

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Rogers Trade Rumors

On July 25 2026, the Baltimore Orioles lost 7-6 in 10 innings to the Atlanta Braves.
Trevor Rogers pitched seven innings, struck out six, walked none, and gave up the winning run in the 10th.
Owner David Rubenstein said the checkbook is open and Rogers could be dealt by the Aug. 3 deadline.
Christian Encarnacion-Strand doubled, homered and drove in four runs, while Matt Olson hit a three-run homer in the 10th.

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