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Gunnar Henderson Seen as Unlikely to Re-Sign With Orioles

That assessment puts pressure on Baltimore to decide whether to trade him for value or keep him under club control through 2028

Aug 1, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) leaps and throws to first base for an out against Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Justin Crawford (not pictured) during the fifth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images
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Jul 31, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) hits a two RBI triple during the seventh inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • ESPN reporter Buster Olney reported Friday that Henderson is not expected to re-sign with the Orioles, a development that has quickly shaped national coverage.
  • Henderson is represented by agent Scott Boras, who commonly steers high-profile clients to free agency and whose involvement increases the likelihood Henderson will test the open market.
  • The club still controls Henderson’s contract through the 2028 season, giving Baltimore the option to hold him for two more years of team control rather than extend him now.
  • Henderson’s 2026 numbers have slipped to career lows in hitting, with roughly a .219 batting average and a .688 OPS while producing 18 home runs and 47 RBIs, a decline analysts say complicates his projected free-agent price.
  • Baltimore’s trade of Adley Rutschman and commentary from team leadership have intensified talk that the Orioles may trade Henderson to maximize return, with media outlets naming teams such as the Dodgers, Yankees, Astros, Blue Jays and Cardinals as likely fits.