The Polar Bear has landed in Baltimore 🐻‍❄️⚾

Pete Alonso — one of baseball’s most feared power hitters — is officially bringing his thunder to Camden Yards, and the Orioles just changed the conversation in the American League.

Nicknamed “The Polar Bear” for his size, strength, and icy clutch moments, Alonso’s arrival signals a new era for Baltimore baseball. From jaw-dropping home runs to a lineup presence that demands respect, this move reshapes the Orioles’ offense overnight.

In this video, we break down:

Why Pete Alonso is a perfect fit in Baltimore

What his power means for Camden Yards

How the Polar Bear elevates the Orioles’ playoff ceiling

What comes next for this new-look lineup

Strap in — things just got colder for opposing pitchers 🥶🔥

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The Winter Meetings are over, but the MLB offseason might just be getting started. Adam Weinrib and Robert Murray break down how Kyle Schwarber’s signing shifted the entire market — including whether Pete Alonso’s market changed and how close he is to meeting with the Red Sox.

They also dive into the growing Ketel Marte trade buzz around Boston, how available Marte actually is, and whether the Red Sox are positioned as the most aggressive suitor.

Plus: the Orioles’ surprising interest in Edward Cabrera, and whether Baltimore could strike again after an already busy offseason.

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Day 2 was NOT dull. Kyle Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Díaz to the Dodgers. The relief market popped, the bat market clarified, and a bunch of clubs pivoted at once. We break down ripple effects for Bellinger/Alonso/Tucker, where the Pirates go next, how the Mets recover, the Yankees’ pitching/bat lane, Red Sox big-bat options, Jays’ bullpen plan, Cardinals trade chips, Angels reality check, Orioles shopping list, Rangers housekeeping, that Padres “big trade” rumor, a White Sox/Teel sanity check, and late-breaking Mets offer details.

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