The Orioles’ first three picks were Auburn catcher/corner outfielder Ike Irish (No. 19), Coastal Carolina catcher Caden Bodine (No. 30) and Wehiwa Aloy (No. 31). The No. 19 pick was the Orioles’ original first-round selection, while Nos. 30 and 31 were compensation for losing Corbin Burnes and Anthony Santander in free agency.

One of the core issues the Baltimore Orioles are facing is the lack of depth in their farm system. In 2023, the team ranked first in the league for its high-ceiling prospects Jackson Holliday and Gunnar Henderson.

The Baltimore Orioles officially sign Arkansas shortstop Wehiwa Aloy to a contract as part of the MLB First-Year Player Draft.

By selecting the likes of Ike Irish, Caden Bodine, Wehiwa Aloy and Slater de Brun, the Baltimore Orioles took full advantage of their treasure trove of draft picks this week.

Aiva Arquette is now a Miami Marlin, the former Saint Louis and Oregon State shortstop was taken 7th overall at last week’s Draft. He was also the first Hawaii-born player off the board in 2025. Arquette signed a full slot value contract and made history after agreeing to a $7.15 million signing bonus — the biggest bonus paid in Marlins history.

The Baltimore Orioles took Ike Irish 19th overall in the 2025 MLB Draft, giving Auburn baseball a first-round draftee for the first time since 2020.

The Baltimore Orioles were a team that many people were keeping a close eye on heading into the 2025 MLB Draft. Under general manager Mike Elias, the team has h

With the No. 19 overall pick in the 2025 draft, the Baltimore Orioles selected outfielder/catcher Ike Irish out of Auburn University.

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The Baltimore Orioles finished up the first half of the season in what has been a significant disappointment for the franchise.