Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series loss to White Sox
Instead of moving closer to the .500 mark, a 2-4 homestand left Baltimore’s postseason hopes in even worse shape.
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Helsley injury caps deflating homestand for Orioles
An afternoon seemingly bringing some much-needed optimism ended with disappointment and concern.
Kremer shines in return to mound as Orioles win 6-1 over White Sox to avoid sweep
Dean Kremer tossed six innings of one-run ball to earn the win in his first start for Baltimore since April 18.
Tyler O’Neill homers, provides highlight catch in Wednesday’s Orioles win
Tyler O’Neill homers, provides highlight catch in Wednesday’s Orioles win
Dean Kremer returns from IL to toss six strong innings to earn win in Wednesday’s 6-1 final
Dean Kremer returns from IL to toss six strong innings to earn win in Wednesday’s 6-1 final
Craig Albernaz praises Dean Kremer and offers update on Ryan Helsley following Wednesday’s Orioles win
Craig Albernaz praises Dean Kremer and offers update on Ryan Helsley following Wednesday’s Orioles win
Shane Baz allows two runs over seven innings as bright spot in otherwise ugly Orioles loss on Monday
Shane Baz allows two runs over seven innings as bright spot in otherwise ugly Orioles loss on Monday
Craig Albernaz on Monday’s Orioles loss: “To kind of have that unravel, it’s extremely disappointing”
Craig Albernaz on Monday’s Orioles loss: “To kind of have that unravel, it’s extremely disappointing”
If Orioles have meaningful run in them, now is time to start showing it
Even after the series loss to Washington, Baltimore plays nine of its final 12 at home before the All-Star break and must take advantage.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles sweep of White Sox and look ahead to Giants
After a sloppy weekend sweep in Pittsburgh, the Orioles took advantage of decent pitching and cold bats in Chicago, closing out a trio of wins that buoys the upcoming home stand against San Francisco and Arizona with some renewed optimism. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all elements of a Birds team that is navigating a choppy start to the season with more injuries and help needed on the mound.
Finding the sweep spot in Chicago lifts battered Birds back to Baltimore
After a sloppy weekend sweep in Pittsburgh, the Orioles took advantage of decent pitching and cold bats in Chicago, closing out a trio of wins that buoys the upcoming home stand against San Francisco and Arizona with some renewed optimism. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all elements of a Birds team that is navigating a choppy start to the season with more injuries and help needed on the mound.
Luke Jones and Nestor tip cap to Brandon Young for quality spot start and wonder when bats awaken
Nothing has been ideal for the Baltimore Orioles pitching thus far but the past two days of Norfolk rescues for the bullpen have come from unlikely sources. This time it was Brandon Young returning for a spot start on a cold night in Chicago that got the Birds a victory after an ugly sweep in Pittsburgh. Luke Jones and Nestor tip their caps to Povich and Young and wonder when the bats will warm up this spring.
Luke Jones and Nestor talk pitching depth and bullpen taxing by Orioles bad starters after Pittsburgh sweep
Since the injury to Zach Eflin last week, the Baltimore Orioles have been cobbling together innings from Norfolk call-ups and Dean Kremer hasn’t even gotten the call just yet. Luke Jones and Nestor talk pitching depth and bullpen taxing by Orioles bad starters after Pittsburgh sweep and some innings eaters in Cade Povich and Brendan Young in the chill of Chicago.
Young back to the rescue for Birds in frigid Chicago
Nothing has been ideal for the Baltimore Orioles pitching thus far but the past two days of Norfolk rescues for the bullpen have come from unlikely sources. This time it was Brandon Young returning for a spot start on a cold night in Chicago that got the Birds a victory after an ugly sweep in Pittsburgh. Luke Jones and Nestor tip their caps to Povich and Young and wonder when the bats will warm up this spring.
Pitching in to get Orioles bullpen reassembled
Since the injury to Zach Eflin last week, the Baltimore Orioles have been cobbling together innings from Norfolk call-ups and Dean Kremer hasn’t even gotten the call just yet. Luke Jones and Nestor talk pitching depth and bullpen taxing by Orioles bad starters after Pittsburgh sweep and some innings eaters in Cade Povich and Brendan Young in the chill of Chicago.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss with disgust the Orioles lost Easter weekend in Pittsburgh
There were not many signs of life in Pittsburgh this weekend for the scuffling Baltimore Orioles, who were swept by the Pirates and are headed to to frigid Chicago with ice cold bats. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss with disgust the Orioles lost Easter weekend at The Confluence.
Discussing the disgust with Orioles lost Easter weekend in Pittsburgh
There were not many signs of life in Pittsburgh this weekend for the scuffling Baltimore Orioles, who were swept by the Pirates and are headed to to frigid Chicago with ice cold bats. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss with disgust the Orioles lost Easter weekend at The Confluence.
#ColumnNes: O, no! These Birds laid three Easter eggs in Pittsburgh as the bats blow cold into Chicago
Stink. Stank. Stunk. And suddenly the Baltimore Orioles are 3-6 and headed on a familiar course down, and quickly. Back in December, Craig Albernaz said the Orioles were going to “attack the fundamentals,” the little details, the cleaner brand of baseball that this franchise clearly did not play over the weekend in Pittsburgh. It’s getting late early for the good start we all expected around here.
Legendary Chicago sportswriter Rick Telander shares some Windy City memories and Bears preview with Nestor
We don’t need to wait for the Bears to come to Baltimore to invite our longtime Chicago pal and legendary Sports Illustrated writer Rick Telander to share some Windy City takes of glory and more modern marvels of seeing Ohtani play and his children’s book with former MLB pitcher Steve Trout.
Telander on the four decades since Ditka and Monsters of The Midway ruled Chcago
We don’t need to wait for the Bears to come to Baltimore to invite our longtime Chicago pal and legendary Sports Illustrated writer Rick Telander to share some Windy City takes of glory and more modern marvels of seeing Ohtani play and his children’s book with former MLB pitcher Steve Trout.
Luke Jones and Nestor set the stage for last place Orioles late night baseball from Seattle and Sacramento
It’s hard to stay up late but even harder when the Baltimore Orioles are in last place in AL East. Luke Jones and Nestor set the stage for three games in Seattle and an unlikely first-time appearance in Sacramento as the MLB circus moves the lowly Athletics into a minor-league stadium.
Birds take broom to fly away for late nights in Seattle and Sacramento
It’s hard to stay up late but even harder when the Baltimore Orioles are in last place in AL East. Luke Jones and Nestor set the stage for three games in Seattle and an unlikely first-time appearance in Sacramento as the MLB circus moves the lowly Athletics into a minor-league stadium.
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.
Morton turns in best start of season as Orioles complete sweep of White Sox in 3-2 win
Charlie Morton allowed one unearned run in a season-high 6 2/3 innings to earn his second win of the season.
Bryan Baker earns second save of career as Orioles complete sweep of White Sox
Bryan Baker earns second save of career as Orioles complete sweep of White Sox
Charlie Morton breaks down his second strong start in row following Orioles’ 3-2 win over White Sox
Charlie Morton breaks down his second strong start in row following Orioles’ 3-2 win over White Sox
Tony Mansolino reflects on Orioles’ 3-2 win to complete sweep of White Sox
Tony Mansolino reflects on Orioles’ 3-2 win to complete sweep of White Sox
Gunnar Henderson reflects on joining exclusive list of Orioles with 400 career hits before 24th birthday
Gunnar Henderson reflects on joining exclusive list of Orioles with 400 career hits before 24th birthday
Ryan O’Hearn talks being part of Friday’s double steal and hiring of new Orioles assistant coach John Mabry
Ryan O’Hearn talks being part of Friday’s double steal and hiring of new Orioles assistant coach John Mabry
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.
Zach Eflin tosses season-high seven innings of shutout ball in Friday’s victory
Zach Eflin tosses season-high seven innings of shutout ball in Friday’s victory
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
Chapter 2: “Aparicio” simply means Venezuela and baseball to most people in America
What’s in a name? For Nestor Aparicio, it’s been a life of Baltimore baseball heritage and the inevitable question: “Are you related to Luis?”
The story of Dick Allen and the Southside of Chicago in ’72
A new book on the 1972 Chicago White Sox and the Hall of Fame candidacy of Dick Allen intrigues the “Aparicio” in Nestor. Authors John Owens and David Fletcher join him from The Windy City to reminisce about tough times and great uniforms at Comiskey Park. Dick Allen was finally elected to Cooperstown and this is a great retrospective on his impact.
James Young allows Nestor to get his Styx fan boy out before Pier Six in August 2013
Ever since he saw them at the Baltimore Civic Center in February 1980, former music critic Nestor Aparicio has been chasing Styx around the country. JY has been a recurring character on his radio show for three decades. This one was a “mirror, mirror on the wall” segment. And the pic is from 1996 backstage at Merriweather Post Pavilion.
James Young discusses the legacy of Styx music and life without Dennis DeYoung in Summer 2003
Guitarist James Young of Styx shares his Chicago roots, his dual allegiance to the White Sox and Cubs, and his thoughts on the changes in the music industry over the years with Nestor Aparicio before a 2003 show.
James Young allows Nestor to get his Styx fan boy out before Pier Six in August 2013
Ever since he saw them at the Baltimore Civic Center in February 1980, former music critic Nestor Aparicio has been chasing Styx around the country. JY has been a recurring character on his radio show for three decades. This one was a “mirror, mirror on the wall” segment…
James Young discusses the legacy of Styx music and life without Dennis DeYoung in Summer 2003
Styx was on the road with Journey and REO Speedwagon when JY checked in with his biggest sports radio fan in Baltimore. Guitarist James Young of Styx shares his Chicago roots, his dual allegiance to the White Sox and Cubs, and his thoughts on the changes in the music industry over the years with Nestor Aparicio before a 2003 show.
Luke Jones and Nestor reset Orioles weekend after loss to woeful White Sox
Sweeping the worst team in the history of Major League Baseball didn’t happen this week against the White Sox but Luke Jones and Nestor remain bullish on the Orioles’ infirmary beginning to show signs that the October roster will look better than August did for health.
The balancing act of Orioles manager Brandon Hyde with moving parts
Sweeping the worst team in the history of Major League Baseball didn’t happen this week against the White Sox but Luke Jones and Nestor remain bullish on the Orioles’ infirmary beginning to show signs that the October roster will look better than August did for health.
