After decades of seeing their rivals drop big money on top free agents, the Orioles have finally done it themselves.

The Orioles wanted to be aggressive this offseason. President of baseball operations Mike Elias was expressing a willingness to spend more money than at any point in his seven-year tenure. And it felt like a big move was brewing all week at the Winter Meetings.

New Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso pens a farewell message to the Mets and their fans following his free agency exit

Pete Alonso’s five-year, $155 million deal with the Orioles instantly turns Baltimore’s lineup back into a legitimate powerhouse and raises the ceiling of the entire AL East race. It signals an organizational shift in Baltimore to an “all‑in” contender for the next few seasons.

Pete Alonso's five-year, $155 million deal with the Baltimore Orioles marks a significant career shift, concluding his time with the New York Mets. His wife, Haeley Alonso, shared a heartfelt reflection on their seven years in New York,

The Orioles needed right-handed power and get it with Alonso. Mets fans will miss the star slugger but the team has avenues to replace him.

The Orioles were the first team to level up their Kyle Schwarber offer, which the Phillies matched to land the DH.

Baltimore Orioles are making major moves, reportedly signing Pete Alonso for five years and $155 million, and are aggressively pursuing Kyle Tucker. These potential acquisitions would significantly boost their World Series odds,