Twelve Orioles thoughts in early days of March
This figures to be a pivotal year for outfield prospect Yusniel Diaz after an injury-plagued 2019 campaign.
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Twelve Orioles thoughts at start of 2020 spring training
The patience required for a multiyear rebuild was already agonizing enough, but the model being the 2017 Houston Astros now carries much different connotations.
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Rutschman, two Orioles pitching prospects on Baseball America’s top 100 list
First overall pick Adley Rutschman is the No. 5 prospect in baseball, according to the publication.
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Orioles reportedly agree to one-year deal with veteran shortstop Iglesias
The 30-year-old post a .724 OPS and was worth eight defensive runs saved last season.
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Bundy trade serves as reminder of Orioles’ past — and unknown future
Dylan Bundy was once the consensus best pitching prospect in baseball and represented hope.
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Davis incident resolved, but that doesn’t erase obvious for Orioles
Wednesday’s scene in the dugout only spotlighted what the Orioles need to accept with Chris Davis.
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Twelve Orioles thoughts on quiet trade deadline
General manager Mike Elias says it’s becoming more difficult to pry away prospects from other clubs.
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Elias, Orioles quiet as trade deadline passes
Despite speculation about Trey Mancini and Mychal Givens, Mike Elias made only a minor-league trade Wednesday.
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Twelve Orioles thoughts on Andrew Cashner trade
Pitching up in the zone more and doubling his changeup usage led to Andrew Cashner’s rebound this season.
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Twelve Orioles thoughts at 2019 All-Star break
John Means being the first Baltimore rookie named to the All-Star team in over 50 years is a tremendous story.
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Twelve Orioles thoughts on Adley Rutschman’s Baltimore introduction
The first overall pick put on a show in a batting practice session with the current Orioles.
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All bets off on Orioles’ potential path toward infamy
Surpassing the 1962 New York Mets is hardly a stretch for a club that’s lost 34 of its last 43 games.
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Twelve Orioles thoughts entering late June
Trey Mancini continues to have a career year at the plate, fueling discussion about his future.
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Orioles’ first 10 rounds reflect new regime, reputation of 2019 draft
Mike Elias selected three catchers, three shortstops, and three center fielders with his first 11 picks.
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Orioles don’t overthink tabbing Rutschman as new face of their rebuild
As most anticipated, Oregon State catcher Adley Rutschman was the first overall pick Monday night.
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Sisco recalled by Orioles to begin road trip in Texas
The 24-year-old was batting .289 with 20 extra-base hits and a .914 OPS at Triple-A Norfolk.
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First overall pick begins real judgment of Orioles general manager Elias
The top pick is as much symbolic as it is critical for a fan base in need of some light at the end of a dark, cold tunnel of losing.
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Orioles hope Stewart’s arrival kick-starts consistent talent pipeline
Instead of sulking after his mid-spring demotion, DJ Stewart seized the opportunity to grow as a player.
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Orioles acquire veteran outfielder Keon Broxton from Mets
The 29-year-old is expected to receive an extended look in center field.
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Checking in on Orioles prospects at Triple-A Norfolk
Outfielder DJ Stewart is batting .500 in May and sports an impressive .967 OPS for the Tides this season.
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Twelve Orioles thoughts approaching mid-May
Mychal Givens has recorded more than three outs in eight of his first 13 appearances, making him a valuable commodity.
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Nine notable Orioles numbers at end of April
Trey Mancini entered Wednesday ranked eighth in the majors in on-base plus slugging percentage.
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Orioles send struggling Mullins to Triple-A Norfolk
The hopeful heir apparent to former All-Star center fielder Adam Jones was batting just .094 in 74 plate appearances.
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Twelve Orioles thoughts after first 20 games of 2019 season
Trey Mancini has easily been Baltimore’s biggest star, but Dwight Smith Jr. has been the surprise at the plate.
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Twelve Orioles thoughts on struggling pitching staff
The Baltimore staff allowed a staggering 37 home runs through its first 13 games.
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Davis problem growing even more uncomfortable in Orioles rebuild
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.
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Orioles add to starting rotation with veteran right-hander Straily
The 30-year-old Dan Straily owns a career 4.23 ERA in 142 major league games, 132 of them starts.
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Orioles designate former Rule 5 pick Araujo for assignment
The 25-year-old right-hander would have satisfied his Rule 5 requirement later this month.
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Twelve Orioles thoughts following 7-2 loss on Opening Day
Trey Mancini’s RBI double in the sixth inning proved to be a rare highlight for Baltimore.
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Nine questions on the 2019 Orioles entering the season
Coming off the worst season in club history, what will 2019 bring for the rebuilding Orioles?
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Orioles regime wisely keeping focus on big picture with roster moves
General manager Mike Elias is doing what’s best for the future over trying to squeeze out an extra win or two in 2019.
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Despite strong spring, Orioles prospect Hays optioned to Triple-A Norfolk
In 40 plate appearances, Austin Hays batted .351 with five homers and a 1.277 OPS.
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Twelve Orioles thoughts with Grapefruit League action underway
Mychal Givens is just one Baltimore pitcher who could benefit from a greater emphasis on his slider.
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Twelve Orioles thoughts entering 2019 spring training
Discussion of Chris Davis making adjustments to bounce back is nothing new this time of year.
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Orioles sign right-handed pitcher Nate Karns to one-year deal
The 31-year-old signed the first major league contract of the offseason for Baltimore.
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Three Orioles prospects named to Baseball America’s top 100 list
Acquired in the Manny Machado trade, outfielder Yusniel Diaz is widely regarded as Baltimore’s top prospect.
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Waiting the hardest part in earliest stages of Orioles’ rebuild
The Orioles will try to sell a promising future, but the wait to get there won’t be easy.
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Elias labels reports of Orioles managerial hiring “premature”
Multiple outlets reported Baltimore was set to hire Chicago Cubs bench coach Brandon Hyde as manager.
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Orioles non-tender Joseph, Beckham at deadline
The veteran catcher not receiving a contract means the only remaining member of the 2014 AL East champion Orioles is Chris Davis.
