BALTIMORE, Maryland (WKBN) - Cleveland Guardians' bench coach Craig Albernaz has been officially named the 21st manager of the Baltimore Orioles.

The team announced the hire on Monday afternoon.

Albernaz most recently spent two seasons as part of the Cleveland Guardians coaching staff, serving as the associate manager in 2025. The 42-yer old served on Cleveland’s staff as bench coach in 2024.

“I am deeply honored and humbled to join the storied Baltimore Orioles organization,” said Albernaz. “This is a tremendous honor, and I'm grateful to Mike Elias and the entire Orioles team for entrusting me with the responsibility of leading this talented club.”

Prior to joining the Guardians, he served as the bullpen and catching coach for the San Francisco Giants from 2020-23.

Prior to his time

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