Baltimore Orioles

Draft History
2024
Grayson Rodriguez - protection
37 - Andruw Monastario
126 - Oscar Colas
140 - Miguel Castro

2023
Adley Rutschman - protection
12 - Hunter Brown
92 - Cal Mitchell
120 - Ildelmaro Vargas
130 - Chris Archer

2022
Tyler Wells - protection
40 - Jed Lowrie
78 - Jordan Lyles

2021
Ryan Mountcastle - protection
4 - Nick Madrigal
33 - Pat Valaika
94 - Chadwick Tromp
124 - Riley Smith
153 - Ryan Thompson

2020
John Means - protection
108 - Kyle Ryan
128 - Jacob Waguespack

2019
Cedric Mullins - protection
9 - Anibal Sanchez
99 - Dylan Covey
123 - Adam Cimber

129 - Dan Winkler

2018
Chance Sisco - protection
23 - Jose Martinez

113 - Luis Torrens
129 - Josh Fields

2017
Hyun Soo Kim - protection

25 - Dan Vogelbach
130 - Luke Maile
145 - Michael Tonkin
147 - Clayton Richard

2016
Mychal Givens - protection
37 - Ivan DeJesus
67 - Clint Robinson
97 - Jeff Francoeur
113 - Mike Wright
142 - Keleb Cowart

2015
Christian Walker - protection
9 - Jon Singleton
39 - Michael Foltynewicz
129 - Matt Szczur

2014
Kevin Gausman - protection
14 - Jarred Cosart
86 - Voervis Medina
121 - Charlie Culberson

2013
Manny Machado - protection
18 - Miguel Gonzalez
48 - Hector Santiago

63 - Casey Fien
108 - Shane Robinson
138 - Josh Kinney

2012
Zack Britton - protection
17 - Jimmy Paredes

45 - Collin Cowgill
104 - Josh Spence
105 - J.B. Shuck
135 - Edgmer Escalona

2011
Jake Arrieta - protection
6 - Mike Leake
36 - Dayan Viciedo
59 - Bobby Wilson
66 - Joel Peralta
67 - Mitch Talbot

2010
Matt Wieters - protection
11 - Gerardo Parra
25 - Tommy Manzella
41 - Jason Berken
81 - Tony Sipp
101 - Leo Rosales
133 - Greg Burke

2009
Dennis Sarfate - protection
7 - John Baker
15 - Greg Smith
27 - Jeremy Reed

2008

Jeremy Guthrie - protection
7 - Mark Reynolds
19 - Jerry Owens
62 - Chad Durbin
79 - Mike Fontenot
118 - Donny Lucy
139 - Clint Barmes
148 - Brian Burres

2007
Nick Markakis - protection
51 - Eric Munson
81 - Luis A. Gonzalez
88 - Renyel Pinto
141 - Mike Gosling

2006
Chris Ray - protection
28 - Lance Niekro
88 - Mike Morse
118 - Damon Hollins

2005
John Maine - protection
45 - Marcus Thames
86 - Terry Tiffee
112 - Kyle Denney
135 - George Sherrill

2004
Luis Matos - protection
3 - Bobby Crosby
4 - Robby Hammock
34 - Luis Ayala
94 - Wil Ledezma
124 - Seth McClung

2003
Rodrigo Lopez - protection
9 - Ty Wiggington
39 - Freddy Sanchez
88 - Howie Clark
90 - Javier Valentin
129 - Joey Dawley

2002

Jay Gibbons - protection

10 - Shawn Chacon
17 - Jack Cust
20 - Nick Bierbrodt
40 - Tim Raines Jr.
70 - Kyle Lohse
100 - Eric Valent

2001
10 - Johan Santana

12 - Benji Gil
13 - Scott Downs
28 - Kelly Wunsch
73 - Daniel Garibay

2025 Baltimore Orioles

2024: 56-106, 5th place in the AL East

Overview: The Orioles had a season to forget in 2024. They lost 106 games. Granted they do play in a very competitive division, but this roster has some very good players and Baltimore fans will expect better in 2025. They currently own two of the top 6 picks (#4 and #6). Look for them to add good NBC ready talent.

Starting Rotation: Baltimore’s rotation is full of very good pitchers. Unfortunately for them, they can’t seem to all put it together at the same time. Injuries will play a major part in 2025’s staff. Robbie Ray, John Means, and Tyler Wells are all coming back from injury and won’t give the O’s many games. The staff will be led by two up and coming pitchers, Hunter Brown and Grayson Rodriguez. If Baltimore adds another top young starter at the top of the draft, they could have a very good top 3 for years. You can’t forget Kyle Hendricks. The crafty veteran will be out there again, though his stuff has been on the decline.

Bullpen: As can be expected for a 106-loss team, the bullpen is not great. This is a veteran laden group. Pierce Johnson and Phil Maton are very nice pieces and will pitch in high leverage. Injury (there’s that word again) hit the pen also, as Danny Coulombe will miss significant time. Though Coulombe could be called on to close games when healthy. Bryan Baker could see some time also in the pen, but look for the Orioles to add an arm or three.

Designated Hitter: The Orioles went out and traded for Jorge Soler to step in as DH. They are hoping for a rebound in power from him, but he is only 32 and could be a nice pick up. Hopefully, he isn’t needed in the outfield, because his defense has declined.

Outfield: This is an area on need for the O’s. Kyle Isbel and Michael A. Taylor will man center. Taylor still plays that great defense, but as expected his bat is not there. They both could see the field together at times. Aging veteran David Peralta continues to produce but he seems to only be good for playing part time. Journeyman Jake Bauers is the only other real option in the outfield. He is a warm body. Dane Myers could help some but lacks experience. Baltimore could use a high pick in the draft here also.

Infield: The corners are in great hands for Baltimore. Manny Machado continues to produce and should have another nice season at the plate. Ryan Mountcastle does a good job at 1st but they would love to see more power from his bat. Up the middle is a work in progress. Miguel Rojas Is 35 now, but still plays very good defense and will not hurt you at the plate. He will need some help at SS for time to time. Top prospect Jackson Holliday is coming! Just not ready for everyday work so look for Ildemaro Vargas to share the 2 bag with him. They have a couple back ups competing for the utility role. Andruw Monasterio and Nick Madrigal are both fairly young and worth keeping around. Too bad they don’t play short.

Catcher: The Tools of Ignorance are worn by Adley Rutschman and will be for years to come. He is a top 5 catcher in the NBC and becoming the face of the franchise. The Rooster will be out there everyday and can do it all. Jose Trevino is a solid backup, but could possibly take the season off. Aldey doesn’t sit.

Outlook: The future is bright in Baltimore. They have some very nice pieces in place on both the offensive side and the pitching side. Like said before, they play in a very tough competitive division. The Orioles will improve from the 106 loss team from last year, but it won’t get them in the playoffs quite yet. They are coming though so take notice the rest of the AL East.