Westburg, Urias make much-awaited returns to Orioles lineup
All-Star infielder Jordan Westburg returned Sunday from a fractured right hand sustained on July 31.
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Allen McCallum: Assessing Orioles ability to heal, regroup and hit (and pitch) in October
We’ve been at this a long time at WNST. Our first ballpark reporter almost 30 years ago and lifer pal Allen McCallum joins Nestor to discuss the two weeks of “Fall Training” before the Orioles will need to win games in October for what feels like an unlikely World Series run.
Brandon Hyde announces Danny Coulombe being activated from injured list for Orioles-Tigers series
Brandon Hyde announces Danny Coulombe being activated from injured list for Orioles-Tigers series
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles momentum and Tigers and Yankees after Santander walkoff win
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles’ momentum and Tigers and Yankees after Santander walkoff win.
Did Tony Taters change the playoff momentum for Orioles with big walkoff?
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles’ momentum and Tigers and Yankees after Santander walkoff win.
Allen McCallum and Nestor assess Orioles ability to regroup in time for an October World Series push
We’ve been at this a long time at WNST. Our first ballpark reporter almost 30 years ago and lifer pal Allen McCallum joins Nestor to discuss the two weeks of “Fall Training” before the Orioles will need to win games in October for what feels like an unlikely World Series run.
Time not on Orioles’ side trying to get Grayson Rodriguez back for October run
Mike Elias said Rodriguez continues “doing really well” recovering from a lat strain, but the postseason begins in just two weeks.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss state of Orioles after long weekend in Detroit and frozen bats
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the wobbly state of the Orioles’ postseason realities after another long weekend on the road in Detroit with frozen bats and poor results.
Tough times in Birdland as Orioles return for final home stand buried in second place
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the wobbly state of the Orioles’ postseason realities after another long weekend on the road in Detroit with frozen bats and poor results.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts approaching final stretch of regular season
Luke Jones offers his latest orange musings as Baltimore tries to keep up with the first-place New York Yankees.
Luke Jones and Nestor measure Orioles rotation and hopes for better October health
With the choppy nightly performances and results over the past two months, so much has changed about the roster. Especially the starting pitching. Luke Jones and Nestor measure the Orioles’ rotation and hopes for a better run of luck heading into this drive to win the division and find October health and prosperity. @BaltimoreLuke
Measuring the value of Eflin and Suarez in October as lead arms for Orioles right now
With the choppy nightly performances and results over the past two months, so much has changed about the roster. Especially the starting pitching. Luke Jones and Nestor measure the Orioles’ rotation and hopes for a better run of luck heading into this drive to win the division and find October health and prosperity.
As calendar turns to September, injury picture remains mixed bag for Orioles
After spraining his right ankle in Saturday’s loss, third baseman Ramon Urias was placed on the 10-day injured list.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series split with Houston
Luke Jones recaps an up-and-down series against the Astros as Baltimore now heads out west.
Luke Jones and Nestor evaluate Orioles situation as Astros come to town with bats ailing and arms taxed
Luke Jones and Nestor evaluate the Orioles’ situation as the Houston Astros come to town. Bats ailing, arms flailing and a tailspin tailing, the Birds have played .500 baseball for more than two months through the summer and are searching for their spring mojo with lots of different faces in new places.
Lots of questions, no answers for Hyde and scuffling Orioles
Luke Jones and Nestor evaluate the Orioles’ situation as the Houston Astros come to town. Bats ailing, arms flailing and a tailspin tailing, the Birds have played .500 baseball for more than two months through the summer and are searching for their spring mojo with lots of different faces in new places.
Top corner infield prospect Coby Mayo set to join Orioles in Cleveland
The slugging corner infielder is Baltimore’s No. 3 prospect and the 15th-best prospect in baseball, according to MLB.com.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss injury to Westburg and dramatic Holliday grand slam
On a night when Jackson Holliday stole the show at Camden Yards with a dramatic grand slam and win over the Blue Jays, the Orioles lost All Star third baseman Jordan Westburg with a fractured hand. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what this shakeup will do for the lineup, infield and the future of Coby Mayo.
Here’s why losing Jordan Westburg is a big deal
On a night when Jackson Holliday stole the show at Camden Yards with a dramatic grand slam and win over the Blue Jays, the Orioles lost All Star third baseman Jordan Westburg with a fractured hand. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what this shakeup will do for the lineup, infield and the future of Coby Mayo.
As Holliday thrills in return, Orioles lose Westburg to fractured right hand
All-Star infielder Jordan Westburg was struck on the right hand with a 95-mph fastball in Wednesday’s win over Toronto.
Luke Jones and Nestor look at Orioles prospects and untouchables as Mike Elias looks to deal before MLB deadline
With the MLB trading deadline set for August 30th at 6 p.m., Luke Jones and Nestor look at the Orioles’ treasure trove of legit prospects and the untouchables of Mike Elias as the franchise looks to deal for more pitching – starting and relief – before next Tuesday night.
Who are the Orioles “untouchables” during trade talks?
With the MLB trading deadline set for August 30th at 6 p.m., Luke Jones and Nestor look at the Orioles’ treasure trove of legit prospects and the untouchables of Mike Elias as the franchise looks to deal for more pitching – starting and relief – before next Tuesday night.
A summer splash of new games
Executive Director John Martin of The Maryland Lottery discusses some new summer promotions and the big winners of Orioles Home Run Riches tally as the Birds keep hitting ’em big.
John Martin of Maryland Lottery discusses summer promotions and big Orioles Home Run Riches tally
Executive Director John Martin of The Maryland Lottery discusses some new summer promotions and the big winners of Orioles Home Run Riches tally as the Birds keep hitting ’em big.
Santander becomes fifth Orioles player to receive All-Star nod
The 29-year-old right fielder is going to the All-Star Game for the first time in his career.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss cold bats against Cubs and big wall in left field
As the Yankees’ visit and the All Star break and trading deadline loom, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the sometimes chilly bats of the Orioles and how to avoid a sweep against the Cubs.
Chilly bats and that Great Wall of Baltimore in left field
As the Yankees’ visit and the All Star break and trading deadline loom, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the sometimes chilly bats of the Orioles and how to avoid a sweep against the Cubs.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Dean Kremer and Orioles starting pitching deficiencies
After a less-than-stellar effort against the Chicago Cubs on Monday night, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the return of Orioles starter Dean Kremer and what the path of Mike Elias will be to add more arms to the rotation and bullpen before the end of July.
Would the Orioles trust Dean Kremer to make a Game 3 playoff start?
After a less-than-stellar effort against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the return of Orioles starter Dean Kremer and what the path of Mike Elias will be to add more arms to the rotation and bullpen before the end of July.
Kremer struggles, Orioles bats quiet in 9-2 loss to Cubs to open homestand
Dean Kremer lasted just four innings while Baltimore mounted little offense against Chicago’s Jameson Taillon.
Jordan Westburg discusses being selected to All-Star Game in first full major league season
Jordan Westburg discusses being selected to All-Star Game in first full major league season
Orioles infielder Westburg selected as All-Star Game replacement
Jordan Westburg will give Baltimore a fourth representative in next week’s All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas.
Brandon Hyde talks Burnes, Westburg, Cubs as Orioles begin final homestand before All-Star break
Brandon Hyde talks Burnes, Westburg, Cubs as Orioles begin final homestand before All-Star break
Coming home and playing first place baseball
The Baltimore Orioles took care of business on the West Coast during the 4th of July weekend in Seattle and Oakland and now return home leading the American League East with the Cubs and Yankees looming before the All Star break. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss another successful week in Birdland.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles All Stars and snubs and greatness of Gunnar Henderson
Every year a few players have a beef with the All Star Game selections – and the Orioles might still send a few more players to Arlington – but all eyes will be on phenom, five-tool shortstop Gunnar Henderson next week as a coming out party for the best shortstop Baltimore baseball has seen in a generation.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss success of Orioles West Coast trip and week at home ahead
The Baltimore Orioles took care of business on the West Coast during the 4th of July in Seattle and Oakland and now return home leading the American League East with the Cubs and Yankees looming before the All Star break. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the week in Birdland.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts counting down to All-Star break
Corbin Burnes joined Gunnar Henderson and Adley Rutschman as All-Star selections for Baltimore.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles All Stars and snubs and greatness of Gunnar Henderson
Every year a few players have a beef with the All Star Game selections – and the Orioles might still send a few more players to Arlington – but all eyes will be on phenom, five-tool shortstop Gunnar Henderson next week as a coming out party for the best shortstop Baltimore baseball has seen in a generation.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts midway through 2024 schedule
“I’m running out of things to say about him,” said Brandon Hyde about AL MVP candidate Gunnar Henderson this week.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss four losses in a row for Orioles and why Rutschman doesn’t catch every night
After a fourth consecutive loss on Monday night, the Orioles are reeling a bit with cold bats and a fatigued squad. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the depth of the Guardians bullpen and why Adley Rutschman doesn’t catch every night.
