So, just what are the Orioles real plans for a payroll under the new stewardship and deep pockets of the Rubenstein group? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the strategy and budget of general manager Mike Elias as the hot stove starts to boil for offseason activities as the MLB Winter Meetings spark a baseball conversation in Baltimore about the future.
So, just what are the Orioles real plans for a payroll under the new stewardship and deep pockets of the Rubenstein group? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the strategy and budget of general manager Mike Elias as the hot stove starts to boil for offseason activities as the MLB Winter Meetings spark a baseball conversation in Baltimore about the future.
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.
The Baltimore Orioles managed just one run in two games of the AL Wild Card round against the Kansas City Royals. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the woeful bats of the October Orioles and what happens next for Elias and roster after a summer where it wasn’t good enough – or healthy enough – to win postseason baseball games.
The Baltimore Orioles managed just one run in two games of the AL Wild Card round against the Kansas City Royals. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the woeful bats of the October Orioles and what happens next for Elias and roster after a summer where it wasn’t good enough – or healthy enough – to win postseason baseball games.
With playoff fever quelled by the sluggish play of the Baltimore Orioles in the second half, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder if the bats can turn on and the bullpen can meet the challenge of an October run as the Kansas City Royals come to Camden Yards for a Wild Card week battle.
With playoff fever quelled by the sluggish play of the Baltimore Orioles in the second half, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder if the bats can turn on and the bullpen can meet the challenge of an October run as the Kansas City Royals come to Camden Yards for a Wild Card week battle.
Our intrepid sports reporter Luke Jones spent Monday on the practice field of Owings Mills wondering where Lamar Jackson was and then watched the Orioles take another beating at Fenway. We thought September was supposed to be fun? Luke joined Nestor for a discussion about finding pitching and the youth of Jackson Holliday.
Our intrepid sports reporter Luke Jones spent Monday on the practice field of Owings Mills wondering where Lamar Jackson was and then watched the Orioles take another beating at Fenway. We thought September was supposed to be fun? Luke joined Nestor for a discussion about finding pitching and the youth of Jackson Holliday.
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
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.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the chill of the Orioles bats and the necessary offensive productivity for a depleted pitching corps that can’t lose games like Monday night in New York. The Birds are going to need to score more than three runs to win.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the chill of the Orioles bats and the necessary offensive productivity for a depleted pitching corps that can’t lose games like Monday night in New York. The Birds are going to need to score more than three runs to win.
When the bats go silent not even miraculous efforts by Albert Suarez can save the Orioles. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the bullpen issues and depth of the starting pitching of the Birds as they return home and attempt to stay atop the American League East standings.
Luke Jones and Nestor take a deep dive into the late Orioles trade options and realities of Craig Kimbrel as a closer and the bullpen problems of Brandon Hyde.
Luke Jones and Nestor take a deep dive into the late Orioles trade options and realities of Craig Kimbrel as a closer and the bullpen problems of Brandon Hyde.
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 massive weekend ahead for the Baltimore Orioles host the San Diego Padres and Mike Elias searches to improve the pitching arsenal for a first-place team that can win the World Series. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the unrest of MLB trade deadline.
A massive weekend ahead for the Baltimore Orioles host the San Diego Padres and Mike Elias searches to improve the pitching arsenal for a first-place team that can win the World Series. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the unrest associated with the MLB trading deadline for all parties concerned – including nervous and antsy players who know they could be tapped on the shoulder.
Now just 11-15 over the stretch back into June, the Baltimore Orioles are dealing with the dog days of summer as a “struggling” first place team in need of more pitching and more consistency at the plate. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss options like pitcher Chayce McDermott and where Mike Elias and the franchise stand before the MLB trading deadline on a myriad of valuable minor league prospects.
Now just 11-15 since June, the Baltimore Orioles are dealing with the dog days of summer as a “struggling” first place team in need of more pitching and more consistency at the plate. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss options like pitcher Chayce McDermott and where Mike Elias and the franchise stand before the MLB trading deadline on a myriad of valuable minor league prospects.
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.
As the Orioles bats went silent over the weekend in Houston, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the fatigue of a long June and the let down after an emotional week in New York. Now, here come the first-place Cleveland Guardians…
As the Orioles bats went silent over the weekend in Houston, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the fatigue of a long June and the let down after an emotional week in New York. Now, here come the first-place Cleveland Guardians with the kind of bullpen Baltimore could use down the stretch.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss this loaded Baltimore Orioles roster of pure hitters. A deep dive into some numbers and the depth of an offense that hitting on all cylinders this summer.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss this loaded Baltimore Orioles roster of pure hitters. A deep dive into some numbers and the depth of an offense that hitting on all cylinders this summer.
Allen McCallum joins Nestor to discuss an Orioles team with World Series dreams and stacked roster
Now three decades into discusing Baltimore Orioles baseball on the radio together, our venerable original ballpark reporter Allen McCallum joins Nestor to discuss a Birds team with World Series dreams and a stacked roster.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the appearance of Kyle Stowers, Orioles bats and outfield depth as offense leads the way in a five-game winning streak.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the appearance of Kyle Stowers, Orioles bats and outfield depth as offense leads the way in a five-game winning streak.
Luke Jones and Nestor reset the Orioles’ Midwest roadtrip in Chicago after ugly sweep in St. Louis .
Luke Jones and Nestor reset the Orioles’ Midwest roadtrip in Chicago after ugly sweep in St. Louis .
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Craig Kimbrel problems of Orioles bullpen and potential solutions
As the Baltimore Orioles return home amidst unprecedented prosperity and an owner soaking fans in the left field bleachers, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Craig Kimbrel problems of the Birds bullpen and potential solutions from within before seeking to deal elsewhere for real help this season.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss torrid bat of Colton Cowser and what it means for Hays and lineup
Outfielder Colton Cowser struggled in his first MLB assignment last year but has begun the 2024 with a torrid pace leaving manager Brandon Hyde with some tough decisions on playing time for Austin Hays. Our Luke Jones joins Nestor to evaluate this young roster and ways to continue to utilize the bench and the potential of big bats from blue chip prospects.
Luke Jones and Nestor ramp up for Orioles season and discuss World Baseball Classic and grapefruit hopes
Opening Day is right around the corner and Luke Jones and Nestor ramp up for Orioles season and discuss World Baseball Classic and grapefruit hopes. Oh, and those new rules and that crazy pitch clock!
