The O’s were able to win game three of their series against Milwaukee but ultimately dropped the three-game set against the Brew Crew. Our Stephen Heckman recaps the series by highlighting key moments and performers:
Category Archives: Baltimore Orioles
O’s face Brew Crew to wrap up road trip: Series Preview
The O’s wrap up their road trip with a three-game set in Milwaukee to take on the Brew Crew! Our Justin Sutphin has your Series Preview, with game one starting lineups, our BATTERY ❌️-FACTOR and more:
Achievements in Aberdeen: Holliday, Pham earn SAL honors
The Aberdeen IronBirds had two players recognized for their efforts in the month of May, Jackson Holliday and Alex Pham! Our Lauren Brock has all the details:
O’s start June off right, take 2 of 3 from Giants: Series Recap
The Orioles took two of three from the Giants in San Fransisco, becoming the first team to reach 20 road wins! Our Stephen Heckman recaps the series by highlighting key moments and performers:
Orioles’ Prospects of the Month: May Edition
The Orioles’ farm system showed out in May, but which players took home Prospect of the Month honors? Our Zack Bucklew reveals which prospects earned the accolades:
O’s have another winning month, continue impressive season
The Orioles continued their impressive 2023 season with another winning month! Our Zack Bucklew reviews the club’s month of May, highlighting key performers, stats and moments from the month:
Birds in the Bay – O’s fly into San Fran for 3: Series Preview
The Birds are in the Bay, as the O’s begin their three-game series against the Giants from beautiful San Francisco! Our Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview, with game one starting lineups, our BATTERY ❌️-FACTOR and more:
4 Oriole products that dominated the College World Series
With the College World Series upon us, our Zack Bucklew reviews which current Orioles products dominated the tournament in previous years:
Birds drop second straight home series, lose to Guardians: Series Recap
The Orioles had a tough series against the Guardians, dropping two of three games. Our Stephen Heckman recaps the series by highlighting key moments and performers:
O’s sign Aaron Hicks to majors deal, Cedric Mullins to IL
The Orioles have signed switch-hitting outfielder Aaron Hicks to a major league deal after the recent injury to Cedric Mullins. Our Stephen Heckman has all the details:
O’s welcome Cleveland for 3: Series Preview
The Orioles are set to take on the Cleveland Guardians for a three-game set! Our Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview, with game one starting lineups, our BATTERY ❌️- FACTOR and more:
O’s avoid sweep in series loss to Rangers: Series Recap
The O’s avoided being swept by the Texas Rangers, taking the series finale, but dropping the first two games. Our Stephen Heckman recaps the series by highlighting key moments and performers:
Rangers come to town, O’s debut City Connects: Series Preview
The O’s are back home, ready to debut their City Connect uniforms, as they take on the first place Texas Rangers! Our Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview, with game one starting lineups, our BATTERY ❌️-FACTOR and more:
Baltimore connects with city and culture
As the Orioles head into their weekend series with the Rangers, they will debut their City Connect uniforms! Our Stephen Heckman dives into the meaning behind the creative concept:
O’s slay Yankees in the Bronx: Series Recap
The O’s went into the Bronx and took two of three against the New York Yankees! Our Stephen Heckman recaps the series by highlighting key moments and performers:
4 Days in Heaven: Angels come to Charm City
Our very own Jason Benowitz guides us through his experience of seeing legends Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout take on his beloved Orioles in-person during a special series in his personal super fandom:
Birds fly into New York to battle Yankees: Series Preview
The Orioles head to the Bronx to take on their AL East rivals, the New York Yankees, in a three-game set! Our Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview, with game one starting lineups, our ❌️-FACTOR for the series and more:
Are you not entertained? – A fresh look to the sport we love
It’s a new, fun-filled, exciting era of baseball in 2023, and our Stephen Heckman dives into the changes the sport has seen over the years, while trying to make the product more appealing and cool to its viewers:
Orioles sweep early AL East battle against Jays: Series Recap
The Orioles made a statement as they swept the Blue Jays in their house at Rogers Centre! Our Stephen Heckman recaps the series by highlighting key moments and performers:
Best transactions of the Mike Elias era in Baltimore
Our Zack Bucklew reviews and goes over some of the best transactions Orioles GM Mike Elias has made during his tenure in Baltimore:
Orioles head to Toronto for big AL East clash: Series Preview
The O’s begin a big weekend AL East showdown against the Blue Jays from Rogers Centre in Toronto! Our Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview, with game one starting lineups, our BATTERY ❌️-FACTOR and more!
Making A Name For Yourself: Ryan Ripken’s journey into the media world
Our Jason Benowitz sits down with former O’s minor leaguer and current media analyst Ryan Ripken to talk his transition to media, the current Orioles team and much more:
Birdland’s “Three-Headed Monster” out of the bullpen
The Orioles have developed a “Three-Headed Monster” in the bullpen! Our Stephen Heckman highlights the back end of Dillon Tate, Yennier Canó and Félix Bautista:
O’s take hard-fought series in KC: Series Recap
Our Stephen Heckman recaps the Orioles’ series victory over the Royals by highlighting key moments and performers:
Orioles’ Prospects of the Month: April Edition
Our very own Zack Bucklew brings you our selections for the Orioles’ Prospects of the Month for April:
O’s aquire catcher Torrens from Cubs, DFA Krehbiel
The Orioles made moves this afternoon, acquiring catcher Luis Torrens from the Cubs and designating reliever Joey Krehbiel for assignment. Our Stephen Heckman has all the details:
O’s Félix Bautista wins AL Reliever of the Month honors
Our Stephen Heckman dives into the month of April for Félix Bautista, as he was named Major League Baseball Reliever of the Month:
O’s start tough month with 3 in Kansas City: Series Preview
The O’s begin the month of May with three from Kansas City, as they take on the Royals! Our Justin Sutphin has your Series Preview, with game one starting lineups, our BATTERY ❌️-FACTOR and more:
Baltimore starts season hot, 10 games over .500: April Recap
The Orioles ended the first month of the 2023 season 10 games above .500 and with the third best record in all of baseball! Our Zack Bucklew recaps the O’s month of April by honoring key performers and notable moments:
Orioles tame Tigers, win 6th straight set: Series Recap
The Orioles have won their sixth straight series, taking three of four from the Tigers! Our Stephen Heckman recaps the series by highlighting key moments and performers:
5 underrated O’s prospects to watch in 2023: Part 3
Our Zack Bucklew brings you five more underrated Orioles prospects to keep an eye on during the 2023 season:
Orioles look to tame Tigers once again: Series Preview
The Orioles look to continue their winning ways as they travel to the Motor City to try and tame the Tigers once again! Our Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview, with game one starting linups, our BATTERY ❌️-FACTOR and more:
Orioles defend nest, take series against Sox: Series Recap
The Orioles took two of three from Boston, winning their fifth series in a row! Our Stephen Heckman recaps the series, highlighting key moments and performers:
O’s make first round of minor league promotions
The Orioles have made their first round of minor league promotions for the 2023 season, most notably top prospect Jackson Holliday heading to Aberdeen! Our Zack Bucklew has all the details:
Yennier Canó: Did you know?
Our Jason Benowitz highlights Orioles’ right-hander Yennier Canó, his torrid start to the 2023 season and the changes he’s made to his mechanics:
Orioles wrap up homestand against Red Sox: Series Preview
The Orioles wrap up their homestand with three against the division rival Red Sox! Our Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview, with game one starting lineups, our BATTERY ❌️-FACTOR and more:
O’s walk-off twice, sweep Tigers in 3: Series Recap
The Orioles have swept the Tigers in three games, including two walk-off wins in the opener and finale! Our Stephen Heckman recaps the exciting series from Camden Yards:
O’s begin home stand with 3 against Tigers: Series Preview
The O’s are back home at Camden Yards to take on future Hall of Famer Miguel Cabrera, old friend Jonathan Schoop and the Detroit Tigers! Our Justin Sutphin has your Series Preview, with game one starting lineups, our BATTERY ❌️-FACTOR and more:
5 observations down on the O’s farm
The O’s farm system is thriving, and our Zack Bucklew has five observations/questions regarding certain prospects so far this season:
Patience is a virtue for the Baltimore Orioles
The Orioles are being much more patient and disciplined at the plate as of late, and it’s no coincidence. Our Justin Sutphin breaks down the philosophy the O’s front office and coaching staff have implemented:
Battle of the Beltway, Orioles win by KO: Series Recap
The Orioles have swept the Nationals in the first edition of the 2023 Beltway Series! Our Stephen Heckman recaps the brief two-game series by highlighting key moments and performers:
O’s, Nats 2023 Beltway Series kicks off: Series Preview
Our Justin Sutphin has your Series Preview for the first edition of the Battle of the Beltway between the Orioles and Nationals, with game one starting lineups, our BATTERY ❌️-FACTOR and more:
State of the Orioles: 2-week mark
Our Stephen Heckman takes the Orioles to school, as he grades each facet of the Birds’ play two weeks into the 2023 season:
Orioles take up-and-down series against White Sox: Series Recap
Our Stephen Heckman recaps the Orioles’ series win over the White Sox, highlighting key moments and standout performers:
Introducing the Triple C’s
Our Zack Bucklew gets us familiar with the Orioles’ top prospect trio, known as “The Triple C’s”:
Orioles head to South Side to face Sox: Series Preview
Our Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview for the Orioles’ matchup against the Chicago White Sox, including game one starting lineups, our BATTERY ❌️-FACTOR and more:
No place like home: Returning to Camden Yards to watch Rodriguez’s home debut
Our Jason Benowitz guides us through his experience of watching Grayson Rodriguez’s home debut and taking in Camden Yards for the first time in 2023:
Mountcastle, Rutschman, Hays lead Orioles to series win over A’s
The Orioles took three of four from the Oakland Athletics thanks to the bats of Ryan Mountcastle, Adley Rutschman and Austin Hays! Our Stephen Heckman recaps the series:
Ryan Mountcastle: The Lord of Baltimore
Our Stephen Heckman highlights the slugging O’s star first baseman, Ryan Mountcastle, after his historic performance at the plate last night against the Athletics:
O’s wrap up home stand with 4 against A’s: Series Preview
The Orioles begin a four-game series against the Oakland A’s tonight from Camden Yards! Our Justin Sutphin has your Series Preview with game one starting lineups, our BATTERY ❌️-FACTOR for the series and more:
O’s drop home-opening series to Yankees: Series Recap
The O’s dropped their first series at home to the Yankees, two games to one. Our Jared Watson recaps the series, highlighting key moments and standout players:
Orioles host Yankees in 2023 home opener: Series Preview
The Orioles are back home at Oriole Park at Camden Yards for the first time in 2023 to face the divison rival New York Yankees! Our Justin Sutphin has your Series Preview, with game one starting lineups, our BATTERY ❌️-FACTOR for the series and more:
Rodriguez debuts, Orioles win first series of 2023
Our Stephen Heckman recaps the Orioles’ first series win of 2023 against the Texas Rangers, highlighting key performers, including the exciting major league debut of top pitching prospect, Grayson Rodriguez:
Rodriguez to debut today for O’s in Arlington
O’s top pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez will make his major league debut this afternoon against the Texas Rangers! Our Stephen Heckman gets you hyped for the right-hander’s first appearance:
O’s look to silence Rangers’ loud offense: Series Preview
The Orioles are down south, as they begin a three-game series against the Texas Rangers from Arlington! Our Justin Sutphin has your Series Preview, with pitching matchups, our BATTERY ❌️-FACTOR for the series and more:
O’s bullpen & outfield miscues lead to series loss in Boston
The Orioles have dropped the opening series of the 2023 season to the Red Sox, losing two of three. Our Stephen Heckman recaps the series from Boston:
Orioles season opener: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly
The Orioles were victorious on Opening Day against the Red Sox, but it was not an easy win. Our Stephen Heckman dives into the good, the bad and the ugly of yesterday’s performance:
Orioles open 2023 season in Boston: Series Preview
ORIOLES BASEBALL IS BACK! Our Stephen Heckman has your Series Preview for the 2023 opener against the Red Sox, which includes game one starting lineups, our Battery ❌️-FACTOR for the series and more:
The Baltimore Battery’s Orioles 2023 season predictions
The 2023 season is just a day away, and The Baltimore Battery staff have made their predictions for the Orioles’ season, as we predict the overall team record, the O’s offensive MVP and the team’s most valuable pitcher:
Baseball in 2023: A fan in the stands perspective
In his first piece for The Baltimore Battery, our Jason Benowitz relives his experience at Orioles spring training in Sarasota and gives readers an in-person perspective on the new rules and changes implemented by MLB:
Battery Q&A 2023: Edition II
Our Stephen Heckman answers fan-submitted questions regarding the Orioles 2023 season, including Austin Hays’ future with the organization, the possibility of a six-man rotation and overall team record and postseason chances this year:
Offense struggles in final spring game, O’s make roster moves
The Orioles wrapped up their Grapefruit League play, as they dropped their final game to the Cardinals. Our Stephen Heckman recaps the game and has all the details on the latest roster moves, including Grayson Rodriguez and Jordan Westburg being sent to Triple-A:
The Baltimore Battery’s 10 hot takes for Orioles 2023 season: Numbers 5-1
With the 2023 season quickly approaching, The Baltimore Battery staff gives you our 10 hot takes for the 2023 Orioles season, finishing with numbers 5-1:
The Baltimore Battery’s 10 hot takes for Orioles 2023 season: Numbers 10-6
With the 2023 season quickly approaching, The Baltimore Battery staff gives you our 10 hot takes for the 2023 Orioles season, starting with numbers 10-6:
Predicting Orioles organizational Opening Day starters
With Kyle Gibson officially announced as the Orioles’ 2023 Opening Day starter, our Zack Bucklew predicts the starters taking the mound for each O’s minor league affiliate’s opener:
Predicting O’s Opening Day starting lineup
With Opening Day just one week away, our Zack Bucklew predicts the Orioles’ starting lineup for the 2023 season opener against Corey Kluber and the Red Sox:
Kremer strong in loss to Blue Jays
Our Stephen Heckman recaps today’s Orioles loss to the Blue Jays by highlighting key players and providing injury updates and comments from starter Dean Kremer, manager Brandon Hyde and more:
Irvin continues to produce, O’s beat Boston
Our Stephen Heckman recaps today’s Orioles victory over the Red Sox by highlighting key performers and providing comments from Anthony Santander, Félix Bautista and manager Brandon Hyde:
O’s split squads led by pitching, victorious in both games
Our Stephen Heckman recaps the Orioles’ split squad victories today by highlighting key performers, providing a crucial update on John Means and having comments from manager Brandon Hyde:
Kremer, Cowser lead O’s to victory over Twins
The O’s were led by the returning Dean Kremer and prospect Colton Cowser in their 5-3 victory over the Twins this afternoon! Our Stephen Heckman recaps the game, highlighting key players, has news and notes from camp and provides comments from Brandon Hyde:
O’s bullpen: Who has shined & struggled this spring
With spring training halfway finished, the Orioles are still trying to figure out which arms to have in their bullpen. Our Zack Bucklew dives deep to see which relievers have shined and which have struggled so far this spring for the O’s:
Bautista shines in spring debut, O’s defeat Pirates 7-6
Félix Bautista looked dominant today in his first spring outing, as the O’s defeated the Pirates, 7-6! Our Stephen Heckman recaps the game, highlighting key players, provides updates on the latest injuries and has comments from Brandon Hyde:
O’s defeat Sox on backs of Rodriguez & Rutschman
The O’s defeated the Red Sox today thanks to lockdown pitching and timely hitting! Our Stephen Heckman recaps the game, highlighting key players, provides comments from Brandon Hyde and has updates on two lefty pitchers:
Jays add to Voth’s struggles, O’s lose 8-6
Austin Voth continued to struggle in the O’s 8-6 loss to the Blue Jays today. Our Stephen Heckman recaps the game, has comments from Brandon Hyde and provides updates on Félix Bautista, D.L. Hall and Joey Ortiz:
Kyle Bradish makes statement in O’s, Twins 5-5 tie
The Orioles and Twins ended their game in a tie, but Kyle Bradish was outstanding tonight on the mound! Our Stephen Heckman recaps Bradish’s outing, along with other key players, has post-game comments from Brandon Hyde and more:
5 hot takes for Orioles’ top 30 prospects in 2023
With spring training in full go from sunny, warm Florida, our Zack Bucklew lists five hot takes for a few Orioles top 30 prospects heading into the 2023 season:
Wells bounces back in O’s loss to Phillies
Tyler Wells bounced back on the mound for the O’s today, but the Phillies took this one by a score of 7-6. Our Stephen Heckman highlights key performers, provides updates on Terrin Vavra and minor league reassignments and has post-game comments from Brandon Hyde:
Power Surge: Mountcastle, Hays slug Orioles to win over Pirates
The O’s were clicking on all cylinders today, as they defeated the Pirates, 7-4. Our Stephen Heckman recaps who stood out for the team, provides updates on a flux of O’s pitchers and post-game comments from Brandon Hyde:
O’s pitching shaky in loss to Twins
The Orioles dropped today’s game to the Twins, 7-6. Our Stephen Heckman breaks down key performs, including Grayson Rodriguez and Jackson Holliday, while providing the latest updates on John Means, Terrin Vavra and more:
O’s players prepare for World Baseball Classic
The Orioles have four players gearing up to play for their respective countries in the World Baseball Classic beginning this week. Our Justin Sutphin lets us know which Birds are competing and for which teams:
Cowser, O’Hearn lead Orioles to walk-off victory
The Orioles defeated the Phillies in walk-off fashion today by a score of 10-7, thanks to Ryan O’Hearn’s three-run homer! Our Stephen Heckman recaps who stood out for the O’s and provides post-game comments from Cole Irvin, Anthony Santander and Brandon Hyde:
Where Orioles’ Rotation Battle Stands
The Orioles’ starting rotation is still at a point of uncertainty, with a wide range of guys fighting for a spot. Our Stephen Heckman provides updates on each pitcher’s performance thus far in spring:
Bradish strong again in O’s win over Rays
The O’s are back in the win column, as they beat the Rays by a score of 5-2 today from the Trop! Our Stephen Heckman recaps who stood out for the team today and provides injury updates on Terrin Vavra and Ryan Watson, along with post-game comments from Brandon Hyde:
Orioles come up short in Wells’ first spring outing
The O’s dropped a close one to the Braves today by a score of 3-2. Our Stephen Heckman recaps who stood out today for the Birds and also provides updates on the statuses of Terrin Vavra, Nick Vespi and Félix Bautista:
5 underrated O’s prospects to watch in 2023: Part 2
As we get closer to the 2023 baseball season, our Zack Bucklew lists five more Orioles prospects that are underrated in a system that is stacked full of talent:
Birds tie with Buccos in Gibson debut
The Orioles and Pirates ended their game in a 1-1 tie tonight, but the O’s pitching was phenominal. Our Stephen Heckman recaps who stood out for the Birds tonight, provides side notes and has post-game comments from Dean Kremer, Kyle Gibson and manager Brandon Hyde:
What if Manny Machado was extended and not traded from Baltimore?
Our Stephen Heckman takes us through a “What if?” scenario, as he dives into what the Orioles could have looked like if Manny Machado was signed to an extension, rather than get traded:
Rodriguez backs hype in O’s loss to Tigers
The O’s dropped their game to the Tigers, but top pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez shined on the mound. Our Stephen Heckman recaps the game, provides an update on D.L. Hall’s status and more:
Buy or Sell: Orioles 2023 preseason hype
With an intriguing mix of experience and youth, the 2023 Baltimore Orioles are poised to contend for a Wild Card spot this season. Our Kyle April dives in to see whether fans should buy or sell the O’s preseason hype:
Orioles drop third straight spring game to Blue Jays
The O’s dropped their third straight spring game today, as they lost to the Blue Jays, 2-1. Our Stephen Heckman recaps the game and who stood out while providing side notes and post-game comments from Cole Irvin, Austin Voth and Brandon Hyde:
MLB Pipeline releases Orioles 2023 top 30 prospect list
With MLB Pipeline releasing their 2023 Orioles top 30 prospects list, our Zack Bucklew dives in to see which prospects were added, which were subtracted and which made the biggest jump and fall from last year’s list:
Bradish shines in Orioles’ 7-4 loss to Pirates
The Orioles dropped their second straight game today against the Pirates. Our Stephen Heckman recaps who stood out for the O’s today and has post-game comments from Kyle Bradish, Gunnar Henderson and manager Brandon Hyde:
Third time isn’t charm, O’s lose to Rays 14-2
The Orioles dropped their third spring game against the Rays, 14-2. Our Stephen Heckman highlights key players and has post-game comments from Bruce Zimmermann and manager Brandon Hyde:
Yay or Nay: Kjerstad ready for 2023 O’s debut
Will we see O’s prospect Heston Kjerstad make his big league debut in 2023? Our Kyle April gives reasons as to why we could see the lefty slugger debut this year and reasons we may not:
O’s continue hot start, take second spring game 10-6
The Orioles are in the win column once again, as they defeat the Tigers, 10-6! Our Stephen Heckman recaps who stood out for the O’s today, including comments from Dean Kremer, Terrin Vavra and manager Brandon Hyde:
Orioles face Tigers & former top prospect: Lineups and Notes
The O’s are back in action today, as they take on the Detroit Tigers from Lakeland, Florida! Our Stephen Heckman has your starting lineups, along with pregame news and notes:
Orioles baseball back with a bang, Birds defeat Twins 10-5
The Orioles won their Grapefruit League opener against the Twins, 10-5. Our Stephen Heckman recaps who stood out today for the Birds, provides an update on Dillon Tate and has comments from manager Brandon Hyde:
MLB rule changes: How they could affect the Orioles
With the new rule changes implemented by Major League Baseball this year, our Dakota Pitts tells us which Orioles could be affected the most in 2023:
O’s open Grapefruit League play against Twins: Lineups & Notes
Orioles baseball is officially back! Our Stephen Heckman has all the information for the Grapefruit League opener against the Twins, including starting lineups, pregame notes and more:
Orioles helping expand baseball for all fans
The Orioles are giving Birdland more access to games for the 2023 season to ensure an overall better fan experience at Camden Yards. Our Zack Bucklew goes over exactly what the team is doing this year: