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Orioles' ex-Mets infielder breaks out in surprise fashion
Jeremiah Jackson's hot start has Orioles fans excited about his potential breakout season.
Apr. 19, 2026 at 6:24pm
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A cubist interpretation of an Orioles infielder's dynamic play captures the breakout performance of Jeremiah Jackson.NYC TodayThe Baltimore Orioles signed former New York Mets infielder Jeremiah Jackson in the offseason, and he's off to a surprisingly hot start in 2026. Through 64 at-bats, Jackson is hitting .297 with an .886 OPS, 9 runs, 19 hits, 2 doubles, 5 home runs, and 17 RBIs. While his walk rate and strikeout numbers are a concern, his overall production has more than made up for the absence of other Orioles infielders.
Why it matters
The Orioles are looking to build on a promising 2025 season, and Jackson's breakout performance could be a key part of their success if he can sustain it. As a former Mets prospect, Jackson's emergence gives the Orioles another young, cost-controlled infielder to build around.
The details
Jeremiah Jackson, a 26-year-old infielder, played fairly well in his MLB debut over the final two months of the 2025 season. But this year, he has taken his game to another level, hitting .297 with an .886 OPS through the first 64 at-bats of the 2026 season. While his walk rate and strikeout numbers are a concern, his power production, including 5 home runs and 17 RBIs, have more than made up for the absence of other Orioles infielders like Jordan Westburg and Jackson Holliday.
- Jackson made his MLB debut with the Orioles over the final two months of the 2025 season.
- In the 2026 season, Jackson has gotten off to a hot start through the first 64 at-bats.
The players
Jeremiah Jackson
A 26-year-old infielder who the Baltimore Orioles signed in the offseason after he spent time with the New York Mets organization.
Pete Alonso
A former New York Mets infielder who the Orioles also signed in the offseason, but he has gotten off to a slower start compared to Jackson.
Jordan Westburg
An Orioles infielder whose absence has been offset by Jackson's breakout performance.
Jackson Holliday
Another Orioles infielder whose absence has been offset by Jackson's breakout performance.
What they’re saying
“He played fairly well during his first MLB stint over the final two months of last season. But this year, he has taken it to another level.”
— Jake Rill, MLB.com writer
What’s next
If Jackson can continue his hot hitting and improve his plate discipline, he could cement himself as a key part of the Orioles' infield for years to come.
The takeaway
Jeremiah Jackson's surprise breakout performance has given the Orioles a much-needed boost in their infield, providing hope that the team can build on its promising 2025 season and compete in the AL East.
