The Baltimore Orioles have had a tremendously disappointing season, but locking down franchise player Gunnar Henderson could ...

BALTIMORE - Orioles' rookie Gunnar Henderson has exploded onto the scene with his all-out effort and a pop in his bat. His fiery attitude is noticeable in times of celebration and frustration.

Henderson recently got to meet Ripken for the first time when the Hall of Famer was at Camden Yards for the 40th anniversary celebration of the Orioles' 1983 World Series team.

Henderson played in the Orioles' first 65 games before manager Brandon Hyde gave him a day off. Not that he needed a boost, but in 18 games since, Henderson batted .338 with a .417 OBP and 1.038 OPS.

Henderson took a massive step forward in 2024, emerging as an MVP candidate. While injuries have dampened his start to 2025 , he should bounce back soon and be a force for years to come.

Gunnar Henderson is gearing up for what could be a defining season in his young MLB career. Coming off a breakout year in 2024, the Orioles' shortstop is striking a pose on the cover of "MLB The ...

Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson, right, and his mom, Kerry, at a cotillion ball in 2012. (Photo courtesy of Kerry Henderson) “Usually someone ends up arguing,” Kerry said in her Southern drawl.

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson had a chance to complete the all-rare cycle in baseball: hitting a single, double, triple and home run in one game. He passed it up.