The 30-year-old Burnes — who is originally from California — moved to Arizona in 2018 when he played for the Milwaukee Brewers, partially so he could be close to the Brewers’ spring training facility. He and his family liked the area so much they stayed, and it was a big factor in his decision to sign with the Diamondbacks.

(AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin) Baltimore Orioles’ Corbin Burnes pitches during the first inning of a baseball game against New York Yankees, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray, File) Arizona Diamondbacks new starting pitcher ...

This offseason has been a somewhat difficult one for the Baltimore Orioles. Right off the bat, they were preparing for some significant losses of talent. Their

The Baltimore Orioles have generally had a tough offseason. Following their wild card series exit in 2024, they lost ace pitcher Corbin Burnes in free agency as

He went 13-7 with a 3.17 ERA in 28 starts while posting a 3.1 WAR and striking out 194 batters. The right-hander was traded from the Tigers to the Dodgers at the deadline and he helped guide Los Angeles to a World Series title, even pitching a gem in Game 1.

However, Baltimore would benefit greatly from having his experience at the top of its rotation. Last year, the veteran right-hander went 11-12 with a 3.64 ERA in his 30 starts. He also pitched 175 1/3 innings and struck out 175 batters,

Fresh off the sting of losing Corbin Burnes and Anthony Santander in free agency, the Baltimore Orioles are at least giving fans something to be excited

The Orioles have not made many big free-agent additions this offseason but should add Harrison Bader and JD Martinez.

Santander, a fan-favorite, has officially played his final game in an Orioles uniform after signing a five-year deal with the Blue Jays.

Rubenstein has little margin to raise this concern since he has the capital to be able to afford the players he truly covets.

MLB insiders Matt Vasgersian and Yonder Alonso talked about the Baltimore Orioles and how their lineup is shaping up for the new season.

Juan Soto signed with the New York Mets, not only leaving the Orioles' division, but their league too. Corbin Burnes signed with Arizona and Roki Sasaki is a Los Angeles Dodger.But the O’s on Monday saw one of their own sign with another club and also stay in the American League East when outfielder Anthony Santander agreed to a five-year deal