Baltimore Orioles Fire Manager Brandon Hyde Amid 15-28 Start

The Baltimore Orioles have fired manager Brandon Hyde following a disappointing 15-28 start to the 2025 season, despite his previous success including leading the team to a 101-win season and an AL East title in 2023. General Manager Mike Elias took responsibility for the poor start and indicated the decision was part of a broader effort to change course for the future, with third base coach Tony Mansolino named interim manager. Players expressed guilt over Hyde's dismissal, highlighting the strong relationships he built and their feelings of personal responsibility for the team's struggles. Hyde's tenure saw the Orioles transition from rebuilding years to consecutive playoff appearances in 2023 and 2024, but injuries and poor pitching performances contributed to the current slump. Orioles owner David Rubenstein acknowledged Hyde's leadership and achievements but emphasized the necessity of change at this moment. The firing also included major league field coordinator Tim Cossins, reflecting broader organizational challenges amid the team's poor offensive and pitching statistics this season.