MLB Arbitration update: Baltimore Orioles win Keegan Akin hearing, setting reliever's pay at $2.975M

The Baltimore Orioles won their arbitration case against pitcher Keegan Akin, setting his 2026 salary at $2.975 million. This decision provides payroll clarity for the team and confirms Akin's return on a one-year deal. Despite not getting his requested $3.375 million, Akin still secured a significant raise, more than doubling his previous salary.

MLB Arbitration update: Baltimore Orioles win Keegan Akin hearing, setting reliever's pay at $2.975M
The Baltimore Orioles won their arbitration case against pitcher Keegan Akin, setting his 2026 salary at $2.975 million. This decision provides payroll clarity for the team and confirms Akin's return on a one-year deal. Despite not getting his requested $3.375 million, Akin still secured a significant raise, more than doubling his previous salary.