Frederick Keys Regain Orioles Affiliation

Team president Branden McGee eager to rebuild partnership with Baltimore

Apr. 3, 2026 at 11:44am

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A cubist, geometric painting in orange, black, and white, depicting the fragmented action of a baseball game or match, representing the renewed affiliation between the Frederick Keys and Baltimore Orioles.The renewed partnership between the Frederick Keys and Baltimore Orioles aims to reinvigorate the local baseball community through player development and fan engagement.Frederick Today

The Frederick Keys minor league baseball team has regained its affiliation with the Baltimore Orioles, a partnership that was previously severed. Team president Branden McGee is enthusiastic about the renewed relationship and the opportunities it presents for the Keys to strengthen their connection with the local community.

Why it matters

The Keys-Orioles affiliation is an important part of the baseball landscape in Frederick, Maryland, providing a pipeline for young talent to reach the major leagues while also giving local fans a direct link to the state's professional team. The renewed partnership signals a commitment to developing baseball in the region.

The details

The Keys were previously affiliated with the Orioles from 1989 to 2020 before the relationship was severed. Now, under new leadership, the two organizations have come together again to the delight of team president Branden McGee, who sees the affiliation as crucial to the Keys' future success and engagement with fans.

  • The Keys were affiliated with the Orioles from 1989 to 2020.
  • The renewed partnership was announced in April 2026.

The players

Branden McGee

The president of the Frederick Keys minor league baseball team, who is eager to rebuild the partnership between the Keys and the Baltimore Orioles.

Baltimore Orioles

The major league baseball team that has renewed its affiliation with the Frederick Keys, providing a pipeline for young talent and a connection for local fans.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to be back with the Orioles. This partnership is crucial to our future and to providing an engaging experience for our fans.”

— Branden McGee, President, Frederick Keys

What’s next

The Keys and Orioles will work together to integrate player development, community outreach, and fan engagement initiatives in the 2026 season and beyond.

The takeaway

The renewed affiliation between the Frederick Keys and Baltimore Orioles represents a significant win for baseball in the region, strengthening the pipeline for young talent and providing a direct connection for local fans to root for their state's professional team.