Orioles beat reporter

Matt Weyrich

Matt Weyrich is a sports reporter for The Baltimore Sun who’s covered the Orioles and major sporting events in the region since January 2024. A member of the Baseball Writers’ Association of America, Matt has produced award-winning work across both written and video platforms. The Northern Virginia native previously covered the Washington Nationals and Capitals for NBC Sports Washington and Monumental Sports Network, respectively. He graduated from James Madison University in 2019 after leading its student newspaper, The Breeze, as editor-in-chief for two years. Email him at mweyrich@baltsun.com.

White Sox first baseman Andrew Vaughn hands over his batting guards to first base coach Jason Bourgeois during a 2024 spring training game. Bourgeois will join the Orioles' staff ahead of the 2026 season. (Ross D. Franklin/AP)

Orioles to hire Jason Bourgeois as first base coach: source

November 10, 2025 at 4:06 p.m.

Former White Sox first base coach Jason Bourgeois is joining the Orioles’ coaching staff under new manager Craig Albernaz.

Matt Blood has overseen the Orioles' past two MLB drafts, which included the first-round selections of Vance Honeycutt and Ike Irish, among others. (Taylor Lyons/Staff)

Orioles shake up front office with new assistant GM, draft director: source

November 8, 2025 at 11:33 a.m.

The Orioles reassigned VP Matt Blood, promoted Brendan Fournie and turned to Will Robertson to oversee the MLB draft, among other moves.

Dustin Lind was an assistant hitting coach with the Phillies the past two seasons. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Orioles to tap Dustin Lind as hitting coach in first Albernaz hire: source

November 7, 2025 at 2:27 p.m.

The Orioles are hiring Phillies assistant Dustin Lind as their hitting coach under first-year manager Craig Albernaz.

Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias faces a critical offseason ahead after the club missed the playoffs in 2025. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Orioles offseason roundtable: 8 crucial questions as free agency begins

November 6, 2025 at 7:30 a.m.

The Orioles face a critical offseason after missing the playoffs. The Sun's Jacob Calvin Meyer and Matt Weyrich preview the winter ahead.

An Orioles fan displays a sign that reads, “Thank you O’s, see you in Sarasota!” at Camden Yards during their final home game of the 2025 season. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Orioles announce 2026 spring training schedule, report dates

November 5, 2025 at 2:53 p.m.

The Orioles’ exhibition schedule in 2026 includes a game against Team Netherlands and a home-and-home series with the Washington Nationals.

Cody Asche spent one season as Orioles hitting coach after being promoted from offensive strategy coach. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Orioles part ways with 3 coaches in ongoing shake-up: reports

November 5, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.

Robinson Chirinos, Cody Asche and Anthony Sanders won’t be returning to the Orioles after the club hired new manager Craig Albernaz.

Craig Albernaz, newly hired as manager of the Baltimore Orioles, shakes hands with Mike Elias, team president of baseball operations and general manager, during a news conference at Camden Yards on Tuesday. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Orioles eye bounce back, ‘stability’ with first-year manager Craig Albernaz

November 4, 2025 at 4:53 p.m.

The Orioles introduced new manager Craig Albernaz in a news conference Tuesday, touting their desire to return to the playoffs in 2026.

After speaking with more than a dozen people who know new Orioles manager Craig Albernaz best, a portrait emerged of a leader defined by his quick wit, authentic personality and drive to outwork everybody around him. (Phelan M. Ebenhack/AP)

‘A glue guy’: For Orioles’ Craig Albernaz, managing was a long time coming

November 3, 2025 at 12:16 p.m.

New Orioles manager Craig Albernaz has a reputation for his quick wit, authentic personality and drive to outwork everybody around him.

Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza runs past Maryland linebacker Daniel Wingate during the first half Saturday in College Park. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Maryland football outclassed by No. 2 Indiana, 55-10, in 4th straight loss

November 1, 2025 at 8:03 p.m.

The Terps couldn’t keep up with undefeated No. 2 Indiana in a fizzling 55-10 defeat, their most lopsided loss since 2021.

Orioles right-hander Rico García arrived via waiver claim in August and handled a high-leverage bullpen role. (Stephanie Scarbrough/AP)

Orioles sign reliever Rico García to 1-year, $900K deal: sources

October 30, 2025 at 7:25 p.m.

The Orioles will retain reliever Rico García after the right-hander posted a 2.84 ERA in 20 games out of their bullpen in 2025.