Latest / Baltimore Orioles News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Rutschman’s Contract Crossroads | Baltimore Orioles News
The Orioles are at a crossroads with star catcher Adley Rutschman, a three-time All-Star set to hit free agency after 2027, as they scramble to decide whether to lock him up with a massive long-term deal—potentially rivaling Buster Posey’s nine-year, $167M contract. While Rutschman’s stats (batting .254, 8 HR, 45 RBI) and elite defensive skills (top-tier framing, stolen base prevention) make him valuable, he hasn’t yet reached MVP or championship-caliber status, making his contract demands tougher to justify. With alternatives like Samuel Basallo under contract, and the team hovering near…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.