Frederick Keys Announce 2026 Coaching Staff
FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Keys and Baltimore Orioles are excited to announce that former Keys infielder Collin Woody will serve as manager for the 2026 season, becoming the first affiliated manager in Frederick since 2019. Woody, who played in 79 games for the Keys in 2018, takes over as
Frederick Keys Announce 2026 Firework NightsÂ
FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Keys are entering affiliation with a bang including fireworks shows following 18 games during the 2026 season! Thanks to their partnership with Mr. Pyro, Keys fans can watch top Orioles prospects followed by awe-inspiring fireworks on select dates throughout the season. The 18 shows are
Frederick Keys Announce 2026 Fundraising Program
Frederick, MD (February 2, 2026) – The Frederick Keys are excited to announce the launch of their 2026 Fundraising Program, providing local nonprofits, schools, youth organizations, and community groups with a fun, impactful way to raise money while enjoying a night of Keys baseball at Nymeo Field at Harry Grove
Frederick Keys Relaunch Keys to Reading Program
FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Keys, the new High-A Affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, are excited to relaunch the Keys to Reading Program as part of their community commitment with returning to MiLB. Through the Keys to Reading Program, the Keys will work with local schools and school districts to
Alumni Spotlight – Four Former Keys Named to World Baseball Classic Rosters
FREDERICK, MD – When the 2026 World Baseball Classic begins on March 4, four former Keys players will take the field representing their home countries in the first World Baseball Classic since 2023. Those former players include infielder Manny Machado (2011 and 2014), left-handed pitcher Alex Wells (2018), right-handed pitcher
Frederick Keys announce 2026 game times for return to MiLB
FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Keys, the new High-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, are excited to announce game times for the 2026 season. The campaign begins with the team’s first home game on Tuesday, April 14 at 7 p.m. against the Hudson Valley Renegades (Yankees) at the newly renovated
Frederick Keys unveil refreshed brand ahead of 2026 return to Minors
FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Keys, the newly announced High-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, today unveiled a refreshed brand identity as the team prepares for its return to affiliated baseball in 2026. While the logos have been updated, they proudly pay homage to the Orioles’ iconic wordmark and the
Alumni Spotlight - J.C. Escarra Concludes First MLB Season with Yankees
FREDERICK, MD – The 2025 season featured several former Keys making their MLB debuts including catcher J.C. Escarra, who played 40 games for the New York Yankees. In his 40 games with New York, the Hialeah, Florida native recorded 11 RBIs and hit two home runs. Additionally, he helped the
Alumni Spotlight - Buck Britton Returns to Orioles as Third Base Coach
FREDERICK, MD – Former Frederick Keys infielder Buck Britton is returning to Baltimore this upcoming season under new Orioles manager Craig Albernaz, where he will serve as the team’s third base coach for a second straight season. Britton became the interim third-base coach following the promotion of former third-base coach
Alumni Spotlight - Ryan Mountcastle Finishes Sixth Season with Orioles
FREDERICK, MD – Former Frederick Keys infielder Ryan Mountcastle recently finished his sixth season with the Orioles this past September and has continued to stay consistent in the middle of the order for a surging Baltimore lineup. In 2025, Mountcastle dealt with injury, but still managed to play 89 games
Alumni Spotlight: Mike Yastrzemski Signs 2-Year Deal with Braves
FREDERICK, MD – Former Frederick Keys outfielder Mike Yastrzemski (2014) will begin a new chapter in his professional career in 2026 after signing a 2-year, $23 million deal with the Atlanta Braves back on December 10. While in the Key City, Yastrzemski played in 23 games and recorded a .312
Alumni Spotlight: A Look Ahead into Top 2026 Orioles Prospects
FREDERICK, MD – Despite 2025 concluding in a matter of weeks, it’s never too early to look ahead to top prospects that could make their Nymeo Field debuts this coming spring. Leading the way in High-A prospects is outfielder Nate George who finished this past season with the former High-A
Alumni Spotlight: Aaron Calhoun inks contract with Ballers
FREDERICK, MD – Following 2025 Frederick Keys pitchers Jace Miner and Davis Smith getting signed earlier this fall, Aaron Calhoun joins the list of signees after finalizing his contract with the Oakland Ballers of the Pioneer League on December 1. Calhoun, who joined the Keys on August 2, heads to
Alumni Spotlight: Bronson Rivera and Ryan Rissas Finalize Professional Contracts
FREDERICK, MD – Two more 2025 Keys players finalized professional contracts in the last week as first baseman Bronson Rivera signed with the Florence Y’alls on December 4 and left-handed pitcher Ryan Rissas signed with the Oakland Ballers on December 5. Rivera heads to Florence and the Frontier League after
Alumni Spotlight: Jace Miner and Davis Smith sign with Railroaders
FREDERICK, MD – Two 2025 Frederick Keys pitchers signed professional contracts earlier this fall as left-handed pitcher Jace Miner and right-handed pitcher Davis Smith will head to the American Association of Professional Baseball and compete for the Cleburne Railroaders in 2026. Miner, who signed his contract on October 18, heads
Hit a home run this holiday season with the Frederick Keys
For Immediate Release: Frederick, MD – Hit a home run this holiday season with the Frederick Keys Lineup: 12 Days of Gifting Sale. The 12 Days of Gifting Sale will begin on Monday, December 1 at 9 a.m. and will include an experience or gift each day of the sale.
Attain Sports Announces Reorganization of Baseball Teams, Bringing High-A Affiliated Baseball Back to Frederick and MLB Draft League to Aberdeen Beginning in 2026
Frederick, MD (August 1, 2025) – Attain Sports announced today a reorganization within its baseball portfolio. Beginning with the 2026 season, the Baltimore Orioles' High-A affiliate will relocate to Frederick, while the Major League Baseball (MLB) Draft League team will relocate to Aberdeen. The team names and identities—the Frederick Keys
Frederick Keys Announce 2026 Game Times for Return to Affiliated Baseball
FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Keys, the new High-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, are excited to announce game times for the 2026 season. The campaign begins with the team’s first home game on Tuesday, April 14 at 7 p.m. against the Hudson Valley Renegades (Yankees) at the newly renovated
Jonah Tong 22’ Named 2025 MiLB Pitching Prospect of the Year
FREDERICK, MD – 2022 Frederick Keys right-handed pitcher Jonah Tong made notable history earlier this week after being named the 2025 MiLB Pitching Prospect of the Year during the third annual MiLB Awards Show. In 2025, his pitching was stellar with both the Mets Double-A affiliate Binghamton Rumble Ponies, and
Keys Conclude Season with Series Sweep Over Thunder
FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Keys concluded their 2025 season in the series finale against the Trenton Thunder Wednesday night, winning by a score of 7-6 at Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium. The Keys concluded the MLB Draft League era after taking down the Thunder for the third time
Hayden Harris 22’ Moves Up to Atlanta Braves
FREDERICK, MD – For the second time in as many weeks a former Keys player received the call to join a Major League roster. Former 2022 Frederick Keys left-handed pitcher Hayden Harris got added to the Atlanta Braves roster ahead of the team’s playoff push with one month remaining in
Keys Secure Series Win Over Thunder at Home
FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Keys got a series win in their final regular season series of the 2025 season Tuesday night in game two of three against the Trenton Thunder, winning by a score of 9-3 at Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium. The Keys scored seven runs in
MLB Draft League Data Darlings: Week 12
One aspect of the MLB Draft League that sets itself apart from other collegiate summer leagues is its implementation of technology and data. With the help of each team’s data coordinators, prospects of the league have information and analytics available in real-time to help evaluate, scout and develop their tools
Keys Take Down Thunder in Sudden Death in Series Opener
FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Keys battled the Trenton Thunder in sudden death Monday afternoon and won the tiebreaker, winning 4-4 in sudden death at Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium. Bronson Rivera (Hawai’i Pacific) secured the walk-off single in sudden death and led the Keys to their sixth sudden
Keys Come Up Just Short to Black Bears in Series Finale
FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Keys fell in the series finale to the West Virginia Black Bears Sunday night, losing by a score of 3-1 at Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium. The Keys and Black Bears traded zeros most of the night in what became a pitchers duel, but