While much of the Orioles lineup is going to remained unchanged going into 2026, Mike Elias has been clear about two areas he is seeking improvement: outfield depth and right-handed hitting. Harrison Bader would tick both of those boxes, although he comes with plenty of risk.

Bader had to settle for a one-year deal (with a mutual option) last offseason to join the Twins. After hitting .258/.339/.439 with 12 home runs and 13 doubles in Minnesota, he was one of the many players they dealt at the deadline. He joined the Phillies, an organization that fit him like a glove, and was even better. Over the final two months of the season he slashed .305/.361/.463 with five home runs and 11 doubles.

The 31-year-old grades out well on defense too. A Gold Glove winner in 2021, he spent time at all t

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