There is plenty to debate regarding the “new” Baltimore Orioles and offseason with promise and hope for the franchise to take a major step forward under the ownership of David Rubenstein and the deft leadership of Mike Elias. That said, the Friday afternoon news dump of the Camden Yards left field wall and the lack of a free agency splash don’t feel like anything that will excite the fan base.
There is plenty to debate regarding the “new” Baltimore Orioles and offseason with promise and hope for the franchise to take a major step forward under the ownership of David Rubenstein and the deft leadership of Mike Elias. That said, the Friday afternoon news dump of the Camden Yards left field wall and the lack of a free agency splash don’t feel like anything that will excite the fan base.
Luke Jones reflects on a walk-off night at Camden Yards on Monday.
With the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings in full swing in Nashville, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder what John Angelos and the Orioles offseason intentions really are beyond the franchise maximizing lease leverage against Governor Wes Moore and the citizens of Maryland and the fans who have supported the team. Oh, and there’s money and the pitching and tens of millions to be spent in free agency.
With the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings in full swing in Nashville, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder what John Angelos and the Orioles offseason intentions really are beyond the franchise maximizing lease leverage against Governor Wes Moore and the citizens of Maryland the fans who have supported the team. Oh, and there’s money and the pitching and tens of millions to be spent in free agency.
The 35-year-old underwent season-ending hip surgery in May and had one year remaining on his seven-year, $161 million contract.
General manager Mike Elias says there’s no timetable for Heston Kjerstad’s return to the field as he’s again dealing with heart inflammation.
Mike Elias discussed a variety of topics ranging from Chris Davis’ surgery to the health of Hunter Harvey and Heston Kjerstad.
The 2021 season is over before it ever started for Chris Davis, leaving one to again wonder if he’s played his final game in Baltimore.
The reception from fans, both teams, and the umpires for Trey Mancini brought goosebumps as he played in Baltimore for the first time since beating cancer.
Austin Hays has been on a roller coaster since his major league debut in 2017, but he was easily Baltimore’s best player this spring
Manager Brandon Hyde explained the decision to demote young lefty Keegan Akin, who struggled in Grapefruit League action after being a favorite to make the rotation.
The Orioles general manager is looking forward to moving back toward more baseball normalcy this season.
Now hitting exclusively from the left side, Cedric Mullins is off to a good start at the plate this spring.
The veteran first baseman described adjustments at the plate as “overdue” in trying to rejuvenate his career after batting a combined .169 over the last three seasons.
The Baltimore outfield is shaping up to be a crowded group this season.
Yusniel Diaz is among the prospects likely to arrive in Baltimore at some point in 2021.
The Orioles manager said “all signs are great” with Trey Mancini, who should be ready for spring training whenever it officially begins.
The 34-year-old first baseman who’s batted .169 over the last three seasons says he’s fully committed to playing in 2021.
A John Means resurgence on the heels of Keegan Akin and Dean Kremer shutting down the Yankees last weekend would give the Orioles the makings of their most interesting starting rotation in some time.
Ryan Mountcastle brings hope for better days ahead, especially with Baltimore’s surprising start being flattened by a six-game losing streak this week.
There was no orange carpet or improved fortune against the Yankees at an empty Camden Yards on Wednesday.
A run-scoring double snapped Chris Davis’ 0-for-10 to begin the 2020 season.
With fingers crossed and expectations low for the Orioles, let’s play ball.
Center fielder Austin Hays headlines the list of exciting youngsters to watch in Baltimore this season.
Time will tell whether Arkansas outfielder Heston Kjerstad was worthy of being the second overall pick.
The timing of Trey Mancini being diagnosed with colon cancer coinciding with baseball’s shutdown has made the news even more difficult to process.
This figures to be a pivotal year for outfield prospect Yusniel Diaz after an injury-plagued 2019 campaign.
The patience required for a multiyear rebuild was already agonizing enough, but the model being the 2017 Houston Astros now carries much different connotations.
The Orioles pitching staff entered Tuesday on the verge of making infamous major league history.
Wednesday’s scene in the dugout only spotlighted what the Orioles need to accept with Chris Davis.
John Means being the first Baltimore rookie named to the All-Star team in over 50 years is a tremendous story.
Trey Mancini continues to have a career year at the plate, fueling discussion about his future.
The 26-year-old Dwight Smith Jr. leads Baltimore in runs batted in and ranks third in home runs.
Stevie Wilkerson has been one of the few bright spots in the month of May.
Trey Mancini entered Wednesday ranked eighth in the majors in on-base plus slugging percentage.
Trey Mancini has easily been Baltimore’s biggest star, but Dwight Smith Jr. has been the surprise at the plate.
The Baltimore staff allowed a staggering 37 home runs through its first 13 games.
Chris Davis entered Monday 0-for-44 since collecting his last hit on Sept. 14 of last season, leaving him just shy of the major league record for non-pitchers.
Even coming off the injured list, Alex Cobb had a much better season debut this time around.
