Projecting 2026 Orioles’ Opening Day roster ahead of Grapefruit League opener
Will Colton Cowser be able to handle center field every day?
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Twelve Orioles Thoughts at start of 2026 spring training
Luke Jones offers his latest orange musings as pitchers and catchers report to Sarasota.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles offseason and direction after Grayson Rodriguez deal
We’re pretty sure that the surprises of the Baltimore Orioles offseason are just beginning. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss where Mike Elias will go next in search of improving a last-place roster still in need of more pitching and punch than whatever help Taylor Ward will bring from Anaheim in the absence of Grayson Rodriguez.
Where do Orioles go next in offseason carousel?
We’re pretty sure that the surprises of the Baltimore Orioles offseason are just beginning. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss where Mike Elias will go next in search of improving a last-place roster still in need of more pitching and punch than whatever help Taylor Ward will bring from Anaheim in the absence of Grayson Rodriguez.
Ryan Mountcastle homers and drives in two in Orioles’ 4-2 win over Yankees on Friday night
Ryan Mountcastle homers and drives in two in Orioles’ 4-2 win over Yankees on Friday night
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles promotion of Basallo and Beavers and Young near perfection in Houston
With the promotion of key prospects Samuel Basallo and Dylan Beavers and the young group of high-ceiling position talent now completely in The Show, the last place Baltimore Orioles’ showing on the field these next six weeks should prove to be more than just a bunch of meaningless baseball games. Luke Jones and Nestor use a Birdland history lesson to discuss what a success would even look like for Mike Elias and this era of stars who haven’t really shined…
In search of the next Nick Markakis…
With the promotion of key prospects Samuel Basallo and Dylan Beavers and the young group of high-ceiling position talent now completely in The Show, the last place Baltimore Orioles’ showing on the field these next six weeks should prove to be more than just a bunch of meaningless baseball games. Luke Jones and Nestor use a Birdland history lesson to discuss what a success would even look like for Mike Elias and this era of stars who haven’t really shined…
Kremer goes season-high eight innings, but punchless Orioles blanked in 1-0 loss to Seattle
Dean Kremer turned in his longest start in nearly three years, but his offense provided no support in Tuesday’s loss.
Ryan Mountcastle discusses struggles of Orioles offense after 1-0 loss to Seattle
Ryan Mountcastle discusses struggles of Orioles offense after 1-0 loss to Seattle
Ryan Mountcastle homers in return from injured list to help Orioles to 3-2 win over Athletics
Ryan Mountcastle homers in return from injured list to help Orioles to 3-2 win over Athletics
Tony Mansolino discusses effort of Sugano, Mountcastle in Orioles’ 3-2 win over Athletics
Tony Mansolino discusses effort of Sugano, Mountcastle in Orioles’ 3-2 win over Athletics
Health woes persist as Orioles send Cowser, O’Neill to injured list while activating Mountcastle
Colton Cowser is dealing with “very mild” symptoms that landed him on the seven-day concussion IL on Friday.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles depleted trade arsenal and realities of what to expect at MLB deadline
As the clock ticks on the Major League Baseball trade deadline on Thursday afternoon, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the suddenly depleted Orioles’ trade arsenal and the realities of what to expect from Mike Elias – and it isn’t “a haul” by any stretch of the orange imagination – for this last-place operation.
As trade deadline looms, others nearing return for Orioles
After a rehab stint at Triple-A Norfolk, catcher Adley Rutschman is expected to be activated from the injured list on Monday.
Elias won’t be able to trade ’em all away…
As the clock ticks on the Major League Baseball trade deadline on Thursday afternoon, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the suddenly depleted Orioles’ trade arsenal and the realities of what to expect from Mike Elias – and it isn’t “a haul” by any stretch of the orange imagination – for this last-place operation.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles week out West and continued struggles with bats and arms
It looked like Major League Baseball at times but Luke Jones and Nestor couldn’t ignore the obvious of the Orioles and Athletics playing three games in a minor-league stadium in Sacramento as the sport continues to devolve and lower its own bar for professionalism. Two last-place teams going nowhere, except maybe to Las Vegas…
Sweepless in Seattle and stinking in Sacramento
It looked like Major League Baseball at times but Luke Jones and Nestor couldn’t ignore the obvious of the Orioles and Athletics playing three games in a minor-league stadium in Sacramento as the sport continues to devolve and lower its own bar for professionalism. Two last-place teams going nowhere, except maybe to Las Vegas…
With Mountcastle out 8-12 weeks, time now for Mayo to show he’s part of Orioles’ future
With Ryan Mountcastle sideline until at least August, Coby Mayo should be in line for an extensive look in the majors.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series sweep of White Sox
New assistant John Mabry brings extensive major league playing and coaching experience to Baltimore’s staff.
Mountcastle becomes latest to go on Orioles’ 10-day injured list
First baseman Ryan Mountcastle hurt his hamstring late in Friday’s win over the Chicago White Sox.
Eflin tosses seven shutout innings as Orioles edge White Sox in 2-1 final
Zach Eflin bounced back from back-to-back rough starts with his best outing of the season.
Tony Mansolino reacts to Orioles’ 2-1 win over White Sox and provides update on Ryan Mountcastle’s health
Tony Mansolino reacts to Orioles’ 2-1 win over White Sox and provides update on Ryan Mountcastle’s health
With heat squarely on him, Elias must get Orioles’ young core back on track for anything else to matter
How did Baltimore go from being one of the best teams in baseball to one of the worst in less than a year’s time?
Luke Jones and Nestor recap Orioles revival in Anaheim as Birds return home in last place
The Baltimore Orioles took two of three in Anaheim and return home to Camden Yards looking for signs of life in a disappointing season. Luke Jones and Nestor talk about the bats and arms and realities for a team mired in last place in the American League East.
The struggling Birds return home in last place for Preakness week
The Baltimore Orioles took two of three in Anaheim and return home to Camden Yards looking for signs of life in a disappointing season. Luke Jones and Nestor talk about the bats and arms and realities for a team mired in last place in the American League East.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following 13-23 start
Baltimore dropped to 10 games below .500 for the first time since June 15, 2022.
Mountcastle, Urias homer as Orioles hold on for 5-4 win over Yankees to take series
Looking better and better, Felix Bautista earned one-run saves in both wins over New York in the three-game set.
Brandon Hyde breaks down Orioles’ 5-4 victory over Yankees to earn second series win of 2025
Brandon Hyde breaks down Orioles’ 5-4 victory over Yankees to earn second series win of 2025
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles young bats needing to save season with clutch hits
The on-again, off-again bats of the young Baltimore Orioles lineup has been even more disappointing than the injured and patchwork pitching staff. After a bullpen meltdown against Toronto, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles’ mostly youthful bats needing to save season with clutch hits to cover for the pitching that doesn’t figure to improve much in the coming weeks.
Only the bats can save Orioles’ season
The on-again, off-again bats of the young Baltimore Orioles lineup has been even more disappointing than the injured and patchwork pitching staff. After a bullpen meltdown against Toronto, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles’ mostly youthful bats needing to save season with clutch hits to cover for the pitching that doesn’t figure to improve much in the coming weeks.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following home series split with Toronto
After another up-and-down weekend, Baltimore still hasn’t won back-to-back games or a series this season.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts in final full week of Grapefruit League
Luke Jones offers some orange musings with Opening Day a little over a week away.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts at start of 2025 spring training
Unlike last spring, there were no significant injury revelations from Mike Elias as Baltimore held its first workout Thursday.
Mountcastle activated, Jimenez optioned as Orioles begin final road trip
Ryan Mountcastle is back after being sidelined with a sprained left wrist since Aug. 22.
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.
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
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.
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.
Amid trade rumors, Mountcastle and Mullins still helping Orioles win games
Ryan Mountcastle and Cedric Mullins were pivotal parts of Sunday’s win over San Diego and have heated up at the plate recently.
Orioles jump to early 6-0 lead, hold on for 8-6 win over San Diego to avoid sweep
Ryan Mountcastle drove in four runs while Cedric Mullins had two RBIs and made a sensational catch in the eighth inning.
