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Gunnar Henderson bat flips for walks. Back from 2026.

First baseman Pete Alonso said he's "super stoked" for opening day. The Orioles will open the season Thursday at Camden Yards against the Minnesota Twins in what will be Alonso's debut with the team. 🎥: Jacob Meyer, @baltimoresun

The Terps were in it late couldn’t overcome 3-for-23 shooting on 3-pointers and a 17-for-31 performance at the free-throw line. bit.ly/4dzETRt

Manager Craig Albernaz details the order of the Orioles’ starting rotation to open the season. Trevor Rogers will be the starting pitcher on opening day Thursday against the Minnesota Twins. 🎥: Matt Weyrich, @baltimoresun

A man was arrested for impaired driving after crashing his Maserati into two Maryland State Police cruisers and injuring two troopers in Prince George’s County early Sunday. bit.ly/4rTMkXj

Maryland women's basketball's promising season came to a disappointing close on Sunday with a 74-66 loss to North Carolina in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Oluchi Okananwa scored 21 points for No. 5 seed Terps (24-9), but they couldn’t overcome 3-for-23 shooting on 3-pointers and a 17-for-31 performance at the free-throw line. Read more: bit.ly/4dzETRt 📸: Chris Seward, Associated Press

After being one of Team USA's best hitters in the World Baseball Classic, the Orioles shortstop launched a home run in front of the Camden Yards crowd during Sunday's exhibition game against the Nationals. 🎥: Josh Tolentino, @baltimoresun

The Annapolis Maritime Museum hosted its 2026 Oyster Roast and Sock Burning event to kick off Spring on Saturday. A years long tradition, the burning of the socks celebrates the end of winter and welcomes warmer days ahead. 🎥: Paul W. Gillespie, @capgaznews

Pete Alonso stepped up to home plate as an Oriole for the first time at Camden Yards. The first baseman received a standing ovation during the exhibition game against the Washington Nationals. 🎥: The Baltimore Sun

*off a left-handed pitcher*

Gunnar Henderson drills one to center field. Safe to say Gunnar is ready for the season.

The first Eutaw Street homer of 2026 belongs to Colton Cowser.

Orioles manager Craig Albernaz lined up Trevor Rogers, Kyle Bradish, Shane Baz, Chris Bassitt and Zach Eflin to begin the year. bit.ly/3PlhucF

Camden Yards revealed new improvements to the stadium. Amenities include the PureWager Pavilion beneath the scoreboard and the Truist Lounge behind home plate. 🎥: The Baltimore Sun

Federal immigration agents newly ordered to U.S. airports by President Donald Trump to help relieve security line congestion may guard exit lanes or check passenger IDs as a budget impasse has air travelers frustrated over hourslong waits and screeners angry about missed paychecks. bit.ly/4slQ2Kl

Harborplace turned into a stage as Baltimore residents joined a live band to film “The Hero of the Harbor,” a tribute to the beloved Mr. Trash Wheel and its role in cleaning the city’s waterways. The video is expected to premiere at the annual Earth Day birthday celebration. 🎥: Matthew Shumer, @baltimoresun

Editorial: Amtrak's Frederick Douglass Tunnel should be used as a launching point for the revival of West Baltimore. bit.ly/4uKWUT2

Craig Albernaz announced the Orioles’ rotation order: 1. Trevor Rogers 2. Kyle Bradish 3. Shane Baz 4. Chris Bassitt 5. Zach Eflin A much stronger group than this time last year.

Samuel Basallo getting some work in at first base. 👀

More than 2,600 bills have been introduced in Maryland’s 2026 legislative session — and some might surprise you. As lawmakers race to pass major priorities like the state budget, a handful of unexpected proposals are also moving forward. Read more: bit.ly/3NyreQg 📸: @baltimoresun, Associated Press