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Orioles Lock In Rutschman for the Long Haul | Annapolis News
Mike Elias is locking down Adley Rutschman for the long haul, calling him the Orioles’ cornerstone and wanting him around “forever.” With the team clinging to wild card contention and Rutschman delivering a strong rebound — including elite pitch framing and runner-out skills — trading him now would derail playoff hopes. Though young catcher Samuel Basallo shows promise, he’s still developing, and the Orioles are better off keeping both players. Rutschman’s WAR ranks him third on the team, making his extension a no-brainer to maximize success in 2026. Support the show:Get a discount at…
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