Orioles Acquire Twins RHP Jackson Kowar

Baltimore adds relief pitcher in exchange for cash considerations

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The Baltimore Orioles have acquired right-handed relief pitcher Jackson Kowar from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for cash considerations, the team announced on Saturday. Kowar pitched to a 4.24 ERA in 17 innings, totaling 15 strikeouts in 2025 with the Seattle Mariners.

Why it matters

The Orioles are looking to bolster their bullpen ahead of the upcoming season, and the addition of Kowar provides them with another power arm to potentially contribute out of the 'pen. Kowar had a solid 2025 campaign with the Mariners and the Orioles are hoping he can build on that performance in Baltimore.

The details

In the trade, the Orioles sent cash considerations to the Twins in exchange for Kowar. The 26-year-old right-hander made 17 appearances for the Mariners last season, posting a 4.24 ERA with 15 strikeouts over 17 innings of work.

  • The Orioles announced the trade on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

The players

Jackson Kowar

A 26-year-old right-handed relief pitcher who was previously with the Seattle Mariners.

Baltimore Orioles

The Major League Baseball team that acquired Kowar in a trade with the Minnesota Twins.

Minnesota Twins

The Major League Baseball team that traded Kowar to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for cash considerations.

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The takeaway

The Orioles' acquisition of Kowar represents an effort to strengthen their bullpen ahead of the upcoming season, as they look to add depth and talent to their relief corps.