Orioles suddenly having fun with sweep of Tampa Bay, but keeping it going all that matters
Baltimore can only hope Colton Cowser’s walk-off homers will be remembered as a turning point months from now.
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Samuel Basallo hits three-run homer to back up Shane Baz in Tuesday’s Orioles win
Samuel Basallo hits three-run homer to back up Shane Baz in Tuesday’s Orioles win
Baz, Basallo lead Orioles to 6-1 win over mistake-ridden Tampa Bay
Shane Baz tossed seven innings of one-run ball, and Samuel Basallo clubbed a three-run homer to open up Baltimore’s lead.
Craig Albernaz discusses Shane Baz’s superb work in Orioles’ 6-1 win over Tampa Bay
Craig Albernaz discusses Shane Baz’s superb work in Orioles’ 6-1 win over Tampa Bay
Luke Jones and Nestor moo to another walkoff Orioles win and wonder about Elias future with Birds
There’s been plenty of excitement in Birdland with a pair of walkoff homers by Colton Cowser leading the Memorial Day way in extra innings. But as Luke Jones and Nestor moo about a few wins, the Baltimore Orioles still sit far below .500 and have lots of ground to make up with the Tampa Bay Rays and Toronto Blue Jays parked at Camden Yards this week.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following Memorial Day weekend
Luke Jones offers his latest orange musings after a 3-1 holiday weekend for Baltimore.
Mooing, walking off and wondering aloud about Orioles “prospects” turning the corner in Birdland
There’s been plenty of excitement in Birdland with a pair of walkoff homers by Colton Cowser leading the Memorial Day way in extra innings. But as Luke Jones and Nestor moo about a few wins, the Baltimore Orioles still sit far below .500 and have lots of ground to make up with the Tampa Bay Rays and Toronto Blue Jays parked at Camden Yards this week.
Ten-game homestand already feels like last stand for reeling Orioles
Fifty games in, the season isn’t over for the Orioles, but it’s sure feeling like it.
One year after Hyde’s firing, Orioles still aren’t sparking much optimism or fun
Luke Jones asks what’s providing real optimism rather than blind hope for the Orioles at this point.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts at quarter mark of 2026 season
Luke Jones offers his latest orange musings with Baltimore on pace for a 91-loss season after 41 games.
Orioles activate Rutschman from injured list, designate Huff for assignment
Catcher Adley Rutschman missed only the 10-day minimum after hurting his left ankle on April 10.
Persistent concerns for Orioles’ offense go beyond their injuries
Coming off an injury-plagued 2025, Colton Cowser entered Monday slashing .174/.264/.196 through his first 54 plate appearances this season.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series loss to Arizona
While we continue waiting for most of the young core to produce or get healthy, Jeremiah Jackson keeps doing the job.
Craig Albernaz discusses Tuesday’s 4-3 loss to Arizona that brings Orioles’ winning streak to end
Craig Albernaz discusses Tuesday’s 4-3 loss to Arizona that brings Orioles’ winning streak to end
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series win over San Francisco
Baltimore lost as many players to injury as games played over the weekend, but Craig Albernaz’s club recovering to win two of three was encouraging.
Alonso, Basallo back up strong effort from Povich as Orioles win 6-2 to take series from San Francisco
Cade Povich pitched 6 2/3 strong innings to earn the win after Pete Alonso delivered a big two-run double in the fifth.
Rutschman injury adds to Orioles’ challenging start to 2026
The two-time All-Star catcher went from being in Saturday’s original starting lineup to the 10-day injured list in under three hours.
Scar tissue from 2025 doing Orioles no favors navigating underwhelming start
Nine games shouldn’t change one’s expectations for 2026, but you’d like to see a few more encouraging signs in the midst of a 3-6 start.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series loss to Texas and 3-3 homestand
Samuel Basallo’s long home run helped cap the homestand with a win on Wednesday afternoon.
Sizing up Opening Day roster for 2026 Orioles
Luke Jones takes a look at the initial 26-man roster for new manager Craig Albernaz.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts entering 2026 season
New manager Craig Albernaz will try to lead Baltimore back to the postseason after a last-place finish in 2025.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts as World Baseball Classic competition begins
Adley Rutschman enters a pivotal 2026 after enduring struggles and injuries over the last season and a half.
Projecting 2026 Orioles’ Opening Day roster ahead of Grapefruit League opener
Will Colton Cowser be able to handle center field every day?
Twelve Orioles Thoughts at start of 2026 spring training
Luke Jones offers his latest orange musings as pitchers and catchers report to Sarasota.
Orioles agree to five-year, $155 million deal with five-time All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso
The 31-year-old has hit 34 or more home runs in each of the last five seasons.
Samuel Basallo records second walk-off hit in Orioles’ last four games
Samuel Basallo records second walk-off hit in Orioles’ last four games
Tony Mansolino discusses Bradish’s excellence and another Orioles walk-off win on Tuesday night
Tony Mansolino discusses Bradish’s excellence and another Orioles walk-off win on Tuesday night
The offseason business of last place and Camden Yards renovations for Orioles
When it’s been as lousy as it has been for as long as it has been, we all realized the Baltimore Orioles rebuild and retool under new ownership could be a “work in progress.” Georgetown sports business professor and one-time leader of the Birdland sales and business operation Marty Conway discusses this tumultuous time in MLB for media, money and labor peace whilst Camden Yards gets renovated and David Rubenstein tries to figure out a baseball franchise presumably with Mike Elias still picking players.
Sports business professor Marty Conway discusses Orioles offseason amidst Camden Yards renovation and angry fans
When it’s been as lousy as it has been for as long as it has been, we all realized the Baltimore Orioles rebuild and retool under new ownership could be a “work in progress.” Georgetown sports business professor and one-time leader of the Birdland sales and business operation Marty Conway discusses this tumultuous time in MLB for media, money and labor peace whilst Camden Yards gets renovated and David Rubenstein tries to figure out a baseball franchise presumably with Mike Elias still picking players.
Orioles’ young position core needs to get more arrows pointing up over final month
General manager Mike Elias leaning so hard on the young position core was a mistake, but the group still needs to shoulder its share of the blame.
Luke Jones and Nestor praise first look at Kyle Bradish return to Orioles and look to future for starting rotation
Sure, Tuesday was just another shutout loss in another last place season for the Baltimore Orioles but the impressive start of Kyle Bradish weighs heavily in the future of the offseason and the club’s pitching plans for next season. Luke Jones and Nestor praise his first start after Tommy John surgery and discuss the long-term significance of a full and successful return to the rotation.
The lift of getting the real Kyle Bradish back on the bump
Sure, Tuesday was just another shutout loss in another last place season for the Baltimore Orioles but the impressive start of Kyle Bradish weighs heavily in the future of the offseason and the club’s pitching plans for next season. Luke Jones and Nestor praise his first start after Tommy John surgery and discuss the long-term significance of a full and successful return to the rotation.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Samuel Basallo contract extension and Orioles future signings
Is the “risk” real in the case of Samuel Basallo signing an 8-year contract less than eight days into his MLB career? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Baltimore Orioles’ first long-term deal of the David Rubenstein era and the philosophy on both sides for future signings.
Orioles find a good deal for both sides with Basallo
Is the “risk” real in the case of Samuel Basallo signing an 8-year contract less than eight days into his MLB career? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Baltimore Orioles’ first long-term deal of the David Rubenstein era and the philosophy on both sides for future signings.
Orioles make smart and necessary move signing Basallo to long-term deal
Baltimore not only made a savvy move extending an immensely talented 21-year-old, but it’s an encouraging signal to fans.
Luke Jones look to Basallo and Beavers and youth movement for Orioles hope after bad Bautista news
As the Elton John and Bernie Taupin of Baltimore sports radio, Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio are really in the same room arguing the future of the Orioles. The Maryland Crab Cake Tour and the #TastyNes 27th WNST Anniversary brought them together at Faidley’s Seafood in Lexington Market to discuss what’s left to look for in a last place baseball team. A look to Basallo, Beavers and the youth movement for Birdland hope after more bad news on Bautista and Rutschman.
Can Basallo be the big bat Orioles need to win?
As the Elton John and Bernie Taupin of Baltimore sports radio, Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio are rarely in the same room arguing the future of the Orioles. The Maryland Crab Cake Tour and the #TastyNes 27th WNST Anniversary brought them together at Faidley’s Seafood in Lexington Market to discuss what’s left to look for in a last place baseball team. A look to Basallo, Beavers and the youth movement for Birdland hope after more bad news on Bautista and Rutschman.
Rutschman to IL with another oblique strain, Orioles feel for Bautista after shoulder surgery
Whether Adley Rutschman returns before season’s end is up in the air, but Samuel Basallo will become the primary catcher in the meantime.
Orioles finally make much-needed good news with fruitful weekend in Houston
Top prospect Samuel Basallo capped a fun weekend with his first major league hit and RBIs in his long-awaited debut on Sunday.
Orioles call up outfield prospect Dylan Beavers to the majors
A fantastic 2025 season at Triple-A Norfolk landed the 24-year-old on Baseball America’s updated top 100 prospects list.
