MAJOR BREAKING: Orioles Manager Fired, MLB Field Coordinator Also Dismissed

The Baltimore Orioles have officially announced the dismissal of the manager, ending his seven-season tenure with the team. Alongside Him, Major League Field Coordinator Tim Cossins has also been let go as part of a broader organizational shake-up.

Stepping in as interim manager is third base coach Tony Mansolino, who brings prior managerial experience from his time in the Cleveland Guardians’ minor league system. Meanwhile, Robinson Chirinos will remain in his current coaching position.

This move follows what has been a deeply disappointing start to the 2025 season for the Orioles, marked by consistent underperformance and a series of glaring mental errors on the field—most notably in a sloppy loss just last night. While many fans and analysts had long speculated that a managerial change was looming, today’s announcement confirms that the front office has finally opted for a new direction.

Despite the poor results this year, there’s no denying the strides the team made under Brandon Hyde’s leadership. Hired in 2019, Hyde oversaw a painful rebuild but helped guide the team to three consecutive winning seasons from 2022 through 2024, including an AL East title and a playoff berth. During his tenure, the Orioles posted a 421–492 overall record, with an impressive 275–211 stretch during their recent upswing. However, the 2025 campaign has fallen well short of expectations, with the team currently sitting at 15–28.

Statement from Orioles GM Mike Elias:

“As the head of baseball operations, I take full responsibility for the team’s poor start this season. That responsibility includes making tough decisions to correct our course, even when they’re difficult. Brandon gave everything he had to this team. His passion, leadership, and tireless work ethic helped bring the Orioles back to the postseason and to a division championship. We are grateful for his contributions and wish him and his family the very best.”

Statement from Orioles Owner David Rubenstein:

“Brandon Hyde is someone I’ve grown to greatly admire—not only for his deep knowledge of the game, but also for his integrity and leadership. His work over the past six years has left a meaningful mark on both the Orioles and the city of Baltimore. That said, baseball is a game that sometimes demands change, and we believe this is one of those moments. We extend our deepest thanks to Brandon and wish him nothing but continued success wherever his career takes him next.”

Hyde’s departure is a difficult but perhaps necessary step as the Orioles aim to salvage the season and re-establish themselves as playoff contenders. While questions remain about the long-term managerial solution, the organization appears committed to adjusting course now before the season slips further out of reach.

The Orioles will look to rebound under new leadership when they take on the Washington Nationals this afternoon at 4 p.m. in the second game of their current series.