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On YouTubeBaltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / May 13
Orioles Targeting 'High Leverage' Relievers at Trade Deadline
Already the best team in the American League, the Baltimore Orioles could get even better by trading for another “high leverage” reliever at the deadline. According to reports, the Orioles are looking to add another high-leverage reliever for the postseason amid Craig Kimbrel’s recent struggles.
Baltimore Orioles News / ClutchPoints / May 12
3 closers Orioles are targeting for trade as Craig Kimbrel blows up
The Baltimore Orioles have the best record in the American League, showcasing how great their young talent is. But they’ve still got some work to do with their veteran talent.
Baltimore Orioles News / Larry Brown Sports / May 11
Orioles manager explains Craig Kimbrel's new role
The Orioles had hoped Kimbrel would stabilize the back of their bullpen. It has been a struggle for the veteran, however.
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / May 11
What they’re saying about Kimbrel, Cano and Orioles’ 4-2 win over Diamondbacks 
What happened? Instead of using Craig Kimbrel as his closer, manager Brandon Hyde used Kimbrel, who had failed to convert four of his past five save chances, in the seventh inning of the Orioles’ 4-2 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday night.
Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / May 10
Orioles’ revamped bullpen alignment works like a charm, secures 4-2 win over D’Backs
The O’s used Craig Kimbrel in the seventh, Albert Suárez as a fireman and Yennier Cano as the closer to cobble together a tight victory. It was a night that featured a little bit of everything.
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / May 10
Orioles’ Kimbrel on his struggles: ‘I’ve got to be better’
Craig Kimbrel is still the Orioles’ closer. Despite not converting four of his last five save opportunities, Kimbrel is still manager Brandon Hyde’s choice for crucial spots in the ninth inning.
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / May 10
After rough stretch, Orioles face difficult decision on closer Craig Kimbrel
Despite the Orioles’ bizarre 7-6 win in 12 innings over the Washington Nationals on Wednesday night, the team’s fans went to bed and woke up sharing their deep concern about closer Craig Kimbrel’s struggles.
Baltimore Orioles News / ClutchPoints / May 9
Why Orioles must ditch Craig Kimbrel as closer
Current Baltimore Orioles closer Craig Kimbrel will go down as one of the better closers in MLB history when it’s all said and done. But he looks anything but that in his first season with the O’s.
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / May 9
Peter Schmuck: Is Albert Suárez or Jacob Webb the new interim closer?
If you’re wondering what’s really going on with Orioles closer Craig Kimbrel, join the club. Kimbrel got off to a terrific start after signing a $12 million
MLB News / Talking Chop / May 9
This Day in Braves History: Craig Kimbrel picks up his 100th career save
1925 - The Braves beat the Cubs 2-1 in 11 innings as Dave Harris wins it in the 11th with a walk-off home run. 1935 - Rabbit Maranville sets a new National League record by appearing in his 23rd career season.
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / May 9
What they’re saying about Craig Kimbrel’s struggles and Orioles’ wild 7-6 win over Nationals
WASHINGTON—What happened? Orioles closer Craig Kimbrel had a two-run lead to work with in the ninth. After he got two outs, the Washington Nationals scored two runs to tie the game, 3-3.
Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / May 4
Injured Orioles Closer Makes History In Return
Orioles closer Craig Kimbrel recorded his historic eighth save of the season, sealing Friday’s win in a perfect ninth inning. It was Kimbrel’s first appearance five days after leaving the game alongside the Orioles training staff on April 28th.
Baltimore Orioles News / Just Baseball / May 3
Craig Kimbrel Has an Endurance Problem
In 2023, the Baltimore Orioles had the best closer in baseball. Félix Bautista cruised to his first AL Reliever of the Year Award despite spending September on the injured list.
Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / April 29
Orioles Future Hall of Famer is Day-to-Day at This Point
Baltimore Orioles closer Craig Kimbrel blew his second consecutive save on Sunday before leaving the game alongside the team’s training staff. Kimbrel threw six straight balls to open Sunday’s outing two nights after throwing eight of 24 pitches for strikes.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 28
Struggling Orioles closer now facing injury concern
Baltimore Orioles closer Craig Kimbrel has struggled of late and a new injury concern could muddy the waters.
Baltimore Orioles News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21
Orioles outfielder makes big mistake with milestone Craig Kimbrel baseball
Orioles closer Craig Kimbrel saw a milestone baseball temporarily take a drink in Kansas City.
Baltimore Orioles News / Last Word On Sports / April 15
Orioles Closer Climbs Elite List with Historic Achievements
Baltimore Orioles closer Craig Kimbrel became one of the most decorated closers of all time after achieving new career milestones. With Félix Bautista sidelined, Baltimore’s front office signed the veteran reliever to close out games for the club this season.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 6
All-Star reliever close to signing with AL East squad
A nine-time All-Star reliever is close to making another stop on his baseball journey.
MLB News / Field Level Media / December 6
Report: Orioles near deal with RHP Craig Kimbrel
The Baltimore Orioles are closing in on a contract with reliever Craig Kimbrel, The Athletic reported on Wednesday. The potential addition of the right-hander would aid a Baltimore bullpen that will be without incumbent closer Felix Bautista, who will likely miss the entire 2024 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery in September.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 6
Orioles nearing deal with nine-time All-Star RHP
The Orioles and free agent right-hander Craig Kimbrel are close to a deal.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 6
Orioles 'seriously engaged' on nine-time All-Star pitcher
His overall body of work over the past three years — a 3.10 ERA with a 34.4% strikeout percentage across 188 2/3 innings — is quite strong.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / October 23
Craig Kimbrel gets booed by Phillies fans during Game 6
Phillies relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel is evidently not among the most beloved professional athletes in his city right now.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / October 20
Craig Kimbrel reacts after poor outing in walk-off Game 3 loss to Diamondbacks
Kimbrel had a rough ninth inning as the Phillies dropped Game 3 of the NLCS to the Diamondbacks in walk-off fashion.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 2
Watch: Intentional balk backfires for Phillies in wild extra-innings loss to Marlins
Phillies reliever Craig Kimbrel intentionally balked a runner over to third, to prevent the possibility of tipping his pitches. The strategy did not work out on the scoreboard.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / May 26, 2023
Phillies' Craig Kimbrel reaches 400-save milestone against first MLB team
Philadelphia Phillies veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel reached an impressive career milestone Friday, earning career save No. 400, fittingly against his initial MLB team – the Atlanta Braves.
MLB News / Dodger Blue / January 5, 2023
Craig Kimbrel Signs 1-Year Contract With Philadelphia Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies finalized the signing of Craig Kimbrel to a one-year contract for the 2023 season. Francisco Morales was designated for assignment in order to make room for Kimbrel on the 40-man roster.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 23, 2022
Craig Kimbrel signs with Phillies, reuniting with fans who hilariously mocked his odd pitching stance
The Philadelphia Phillies made a move Friday to bolster its bullpen, signing free-agent reliever Craig Kimbrel, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.
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