Baltimore Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg is dealing with an injury.
The Baltimore Orioles entered spring training with optimism about building on a competitive 2025 campaign, but early roster news has tempered that excitement. Already dealing with injuries to other key contributors such as second baseman Jackson Holliday, Baltimore’s infield depth took another hit as third baseman Jordan Westburg provided a concerning health update.
With Opening Day still weeks away, his status remains unclear, creating a difficult situation for a lineup that was counting on him to stay healthy and productive.
Westburg has quickly become an important everyday player for the Orioles after being drafted in the first round of the 2020 MLB Draft. His consistent offensive contributions and defensive reliability at third base have made him a fan favorite and a key part of Baltimore’s core.
Statistically, he enjoyed a solid season in 2025 when available as he missed time with injuries. Westburg played in 85 games, hitting .265 with 17 home runs and 41 RBIs, finishing with a .770 OPS.
Those numbers reflected a promising blend of contact and power that helped anchor the lower half of the lineup and offered balance to the Orioles’ offensive profile.
Despite those contributions, Westburg’s path into 2026 hit a setback. “Jordan Westburg doesn’t have a timeline for his return from oblique injury and doesn’t know how it happened. Woke up sore. Had MRI. Hasn’t thought about playing 2nd base in Jackson Holliday’s absence. For now focused on 3rd, and recovering,” reported Roch Kubatko of MASN Sports on Thursday.
The news comes at a time when the Orioles are already navigating injuries to other young players, including Holliday, who suffered his own setback.
The oblique issue is significant because oblique injuries can linger and disrupt a hitter’s rhythm, especially for players who rely on rotational strength and torque for power. With no clear timeline, Westburg’s absence could extend into the regular season, forcing the Orioles to explore other options at the hot corner.
His 2025 campaign suggested he was on track for another strong showing. Beyond the raw numbers, Westburg showcased the ability to drive the ball with consistency, collect extra‑base hits and contribute in key situations. His offensive profile and defensive value have made him a building block for Baltimore’s lineup, and losing him, even temporarily, affects both the team’s performance and its roster flexibility.
For Orioles fans, the hope is that Westburg can recover fully before the season gets underway. His presence provides balance and run production that can be difficult to replace, particularly in the competitive American League East. As he focuses on healing through spring training, Baltimore will need to monitor his progress closely while maintaining its push toward Opening Day.