Baltimore Orioles 2026 TV Schedule & How to Watch Games
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Local Baltimore Orioles fans can watch games on Mid-Atlantic Sports Network (MASN), available through select live TV providers including DIRECTV on channel 640 (streaming, satellite).
Out-of-market fans can access MASN through the DIRECTV Sports Pack, or watch via an MLB.TV subscription.
The Baltimore Orioles finished 75-87 in 2025 for a disappointing fifth place finish in the American League East. After making the playoffs two straight seasons and winning 90 plus games in both of them, Baltimore had high expectations coming into the season that did not pan out.
Luckily, this is a team still chock full of young talent. Some key off-season moves could give them much needed stability and talent in both the lineup, the pitching staff and the coaching staff.
Check out the 2026 Baltimore Orioles TV schedule right here to make sure you never miss a single steal, home run or seventh inning stretch of the upcoming season.
Baltimore Orioles Team Information:
Founding Season: 1954 Division: American League East Home Ballpark: Camden Yards World Series Titles: 3 (1966, 1970, 1983) 2025 Finish: Did not make playoffs
The Orioles overall had a disappointing season. They finished 75-87, which landed them dead last in the AL East. This came after two straight playoff appearances.
Baltimore ranked in the bottom third of most major offensive categories. They scored 109 fewer runs than they did before and gave up 89 more.
Multiple players on their roster had letdown seasons by their own standards. Gunnar Henderson had finished fourth in MVP voting back in 2024, made the all-star game and hit 38 home runs. Last season, he mustered just 17 and did not look like himself at the plate. He did not have the kind of season that he expects of himself.
The same could be said for Adley Rutschman, who for the third straight year saw his batting average, on base and slugging dip while also being limited to just 90 games.
Colton Cowser, who has been touted as a player to watch for the Orioles, appeared in just 92 games and hit 16 home runs but also batted .196.
Jackson Holliday had an okay rookie season but nowhere near what the organization or Orioles fans were hoping for from him.
Their best player last season was arguably starting pitcher Trevor Rogers, who himself was limited to 18 games. But in those 18 games, he went 9-3 with a 1.81 ERA, which was good enough to land him ninth in the Cy Young voting.
Their lone all-star Ryan O’Hearn put up a solid first half with the team but was traded at the deadline.
Baltimore also fired manager Brandon Hyde after he started 15-28. To his credit, interim manager Tony Mansolino went 60-59 the rest of the way. But the Orioles have opted to bring in new manager Craig Albernaz for the 2026 campaign as they look to turn things around.
Baltimore Orioles 2026 Schedule
The Orioles are in one of the most competitive divisions in baseball in the AL East. Every game against their division foes in the Red Sox, Yankees, Blue Jays and Rays is a game that they need to key up for.
Explore the full Baltimore Orioles schedule, including where to watch below.
If you can’t make it out to the ballpark, there are plenty of ways to catch every game on the Baltimore Orioles schedule on DIRECTV. Below are a few places where you can watch the Orioles’ baseball games.
Here are the Orioles players to keep an eye on this season.
Gunnar Henderson, Shortstop
Baltimore’s All-Star shortstop had a down year by his standards. After belting 37 home runs and driving in 92 the previous season, Henderson finished with just 17 home runs and 68 RBIs. Like many Orioles hitters, it appears to be more of a fluke than a trend. He faded late after a strong summer and will look to re-enter the MVP conversation while helping lead Baltimore back to the postseason.
Pete Alonso, First Base
The Orioles’ biggest offseason addition was first baseman Pete Alonso, who is coming off one of the best seasons of his career. Alonso hit a career-best .272 with 38 home runs, 41 doubles, and 126 RBIs. For a Baltimore team that finished in the bottom third of most major offensive categories, he should provide a significant boost in the middle of the lineup.
Taylor Ward, Left Field
Ward arrives from the Angels after setting a career high with 36 home runs last season. Now part of a stronger lineup, he’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact for a team with playoff aspirations.
Kyle Bradish, Starting Pitcher
Bradish appeared in just six games last season but posted a 2.53 ERA and 47 strikeouts in 32 innings. He’ll likely get the ball on Opening Day and can be the kind of ace that Baltimore simply did not have a year ago. He headlines a deep rotation that is hoping to improve on their performance a season ago.
Trevor Rogers, Starting Pitcher
Rogers was arguably Baltimore’s most effective starter last season, despite making only 18 appearances. He went 9–3 with a 1.81 ERA and a 0.90 WHIP, proving difficult to hit when healthy. The 6’5″ left-hander would complement Bradish well at the top of the rotation and could be key to the staff’s improvement.
Jackson Holliday, Second Base
In his first full MLB season, Holliday experienced some ups and downs. Injuries limited him at times, and his power numbers were modest, but the ceiling remains high for the 22-year-old former No. 1 overall pick. He’s expected to begin the season on the injured list with a broken bone in his right hand but could return around midseason as Baltimore pushes for the playoffs.
Samuel Basallo, Designated Hitter
Basallo is expected to see most of his time at designated hitter, while also providing depth at catcher and first base. Just 21 years old, the 6’4″ prospect brings elite power, with exit velocities reaching up to 115 mph. That power has translated into strong home run production throughout the minors. With an opportunity for consistent at-bats, Basallo could emerge as another key young piece for Baltimore.
Adley Rutschman, Catcher
Rutschman was limited to just 90 games last season. He is one of many Orioles who had a letdown year after posting All-Star seasons. Rutschman saw his batting average, on base and slugging decline for the third straight year. So, 2026 offers a chance for the former No. 1 overall pick to remind people what earned him that selection.
Baltimore Orioles Rivalries to Watch
Baltimore has rivalries that emerge on an annual basis in the AL East depending on who is competitive that year. The Orioles have had stretches where they’ve been most competitive with the Yankees in the 70s and 80s and in the mid 2000s with the Red Sox. But none have stuck in baseball lore.
The Orioles, as long as they’ve been around, really haven’t established many rivalries with teams. But they do have a slight regional rivalry with the Washington Nationals, who are just down the Potomac in Washington, DC. Known as the Beltway Series or the Battle of the Beltways, the teams have met just 94 times. Heading into this season, Baltimore looks like the betting favorites.
Date
Opponent
Time
Where to Watch
Fri, 5/15
at Washington Nationals
6:45 p.m.
Sat, 5/16
at Washington Nationals
4:05 p.m.
FS1
Sun, 5/17
at Washington Nationals
1:35 p.m.
Fri, 6/26
vs Washington Nationals
7:05 p.m.
Sat, 6/27
vs Washington Nationals
7:05 p.m.
Sun, 6/28
vs Washington Nationals
1:35 p.m.
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