In a move that’s raised more eyebrows than cheers, the Baltimore Orioles are shaking up their roster and leadership with alarming speed. When stability feels like a distant memory, chaos quickly becomes the norm. The Orioles seem determined to rewrite the playbook on patience, sending a veteran packing after a handful of shaky starts, proving that in Baltimore, the season’s barely begun, but the drama’s already full-throttle.

This exactly shows how the season has gone for the Orioles. It is not even half the season, and they are already cutting ties with managers and players. After the sacking of manager Brandon Hyde, pitcher Kyle Gibson has now also been shown the door.

MLB insider Bob Nightengale reported on his X handle, writing, “The Baltimore Orioles, who signed veteran starter Kyle Gibson to 1-year, $5.25 million this spring, cuts ties with him after 4 starts and 12.1 innings (0-3, 16.78 ERA).” With the performances Gibson was giving, we can’t say we didn’t see this coming.

Gibson’s 2025 season with the Orioles has been rocky. In just 12.1 innings, he carries a 16.78 ERA and a 0–3 record. Opponents are hitting .290, while his WHIP stands at 2.92, highlighting his early struggles. His season debut was rough, giving up four homers in one inning. Recent outings show little improvement, with a 10:7 strikeout-to-walk ratio. At 37, Gibson faces uncertainty as the Orioles seek more consistent pitching options.

The Orioles will eat Gibson’s $5.25 million contract—no trade, no savings. It’s a costly lesson in short-term bets. The money’s gone, but the rotation still needs fixing. Financially, it’s not crippling, but it stings. Especially for a franchise historically hesitant to spend big. This time, dollars didn’t buy durability.

With Gibson’s exit, the Orioles send a clear message: mediocrity won’t be tolerated—even from seasoned veterans. If pitching woes were a soap opera, Baltimore just wrote its latest dramatic twist. As rebuilding continues, one thing’s certain: this season’s “starting rotation” feels more like a revolving door.

With the Orioles showing the door to Kyle Gibson, who can be next on the mound?

When a team starts bleeding runs and the ERA starts to look like a ZIP code, someone’s got to pay. And in Baltimore, that someone is Kyle Gibson. The Orioles, not exactly known for their patience when mediocrity overstays its welcome, made a predictable move. What happens next on the mound isn’t just about innings — it’s about redemption, reputation, and maybe, just maybe, someone who can find the strike zone.

With Kyle Gibson out, the Orioles must revamp their struggling starting rotation. Trevor Rogers, once promising, could be a comeback story if he regains his 2022 form, when he struck out 157 batters. Despite recent Triple-A struggles, his left-handed control and experience could balance the rotation and provide a much-needed boost.

Albert Suarez brings versatility and maturity, having pitched across international leagues. In 2024, he posted a 3.25 ERA in Triple-A, showing reliable command. With major-league experience and calm under pressure, Suárez offers stability. He’s not flashy, but he knows how to keep games within reach—something the Orioles sorely lack right now.

Cade Povich stands out as a rising star in the farm system. His 2024 Triple-A season saw him tally 152 strikeouts in just 130 innings. With a sharp breaking ball and improving command, Povich could be the youth spark Baltimore needs. He’s young, hungry, and ready to prove himself on the mound.

If Rogers finds his rhythm and Povich holds his nerve, Baltimore might just stumble into stability.

But make no mistake — this isn’t about patchwork. It’s about pitching that doesn’t implode by the fourth inning. The Orioles don’t need miracles; they just need competence in cleats. And if that’s too much to ask, maybe the bullpen should start stretching during the anthem.