Baltimore Orioles' late-2026 stretch: roster shuffles and Mancini's retirement tribute

Key developments

1. Aug 29, 2026

   The Orioles begin a three-game series in Sacramento against the Athletics, with Blaze Alexander back in the lineup and Jackson Holliday moving to leadoff.

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2. Aug 29, 2026

   Trey Mancini announces he will retire as an Oriole, signing a one-day contract for a Sept. 19 ceremony at Camden Yards capping his eight-year MLB career.

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3. Aug 29, 2026

   Samuel Basallo's pinch-hit two-run homer and Dylan Beavers' pinch-hit double lift the Orioles to a 3-2 extra-innings win, extending Baltimore's wild-card push.

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4. Aug 29, 2026

   The Cardinals snap a five-game skid by beating the Orioles 7-5, with Blaze Jordan's three-run homer offsetting a two-run shot from Baltimore's Ramon Urias.

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Cards top Orioles 7-5, halt skid

The St. Louis Cardinals ended a five-game slide with a 7-5 win over the Baltimore Orioles, highlighted by Blaze Jordan’s three-run homer before an ankle injury and Gordon Graceffo’s three perfect innings in a spot start. Ramon Urias connected for a two-run shot for the Orioles, while Cardinals closer Riley O’Brien preserved the lead with his 34th save as St. Louis moved within 5 1/2 games of the NL wild-card race.

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Blaze Alexander returns, Orioles prepare for Athletics series

In a 4-3 win over the Athletics, Craig Albernaz highlighted Alex Hoppe's save and Brandon Young's efficient start, while Trevor Rogers was roughed up by homers, prompting Baltimore to focus on limiting long balls down the stretch. The Orioles began a three-game series in Sacramento with Blaze Alexander back in the lineup, Gunnar Henderson resting, and Jackson Holliday moving into the leadoff spot as the team looks to capitalize on a favorable slate against the A's and Rockies.