A day after the announcement that long-time Orioles commentator Jim Hunter would not return, another bomb has been dropped on Oriole fans. According to an article in The Athletic, the Orioles have cut ties with a majority of the MASN crew, including the pre and post game shows.
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Long-time Orioles announcer Jim Hunter not returning in 2021
Long-time Orioles announcer Jim Hunter will not have his contract renewed, ending a 24-year career with the O’s.
Happy Birthday, Brady Anderson: Greatest leadoff hitter in O’s history
Today is the one and only Brady Anderson’s birthday, so we at The Baltimore Battery wanted to take a deep dive into the impressive career of Baltimore’s favorite leadoff man! Let’s take a look back at the amazing career of the birthday boy!
Monday Thoughts 2021: Edition 1
Hello, Birdland! The Baltimore Battery’s Monday Thoughts column is back! Going into the 2021 season, we will deliver weekly news and updates, as well as insight on what we think the Orioles should be doing on and off the field. Basically, anything that interests us, we’ll talk about it!
O’s re-sign Thomas Eshelman to minor league deal
The Orioles are bringing back right-handed pitcher Thomas Eshelman on a minor league deal, according to MASN’s Roch Kubatko.
O’s, Trey Mancini agree on 1-year deal to avoid arbitration
The Orioles and Trey Mancini have agreed to a one-year deal worth $4.75 million in order to avoid arbitration, according to the Orioles official twitter account.
Fredrick native, Branden Kline retires at age 25
Not too often do you get to see a home grown kid play for his very own home ball club, yet Branden Kline had that miraculous opportunity in 2019. However, at age 25, relief pitcher Branden Kline has decided to hang up the glove and call it a career The Frederick, MD native that isContinue reading “Fredrick native, Branden Kline retires at age 25”
Battery Q&A 2021: Edition 1
It’s back, Birdland! Welcome to the first edition of Battery Q&A for 2021! In this series, we at The Baltimore Battery answer your questions about all things Baltimore Orioles!
Prospect Profiles 2021: No. 27 Cody Sedlock
To kick off 2021, The Baltimore Battery brings you the Orioles No. 27 overall prospect, RHP Cody Sedlock!
O’s hire Tony Mansolino as third base coach, complete coaching staff
Mike Elias and the Orioles filled their last coaching staff vacancy this past week, bringing in former Cleveland third base coach, Tony Mansolino, to continue the job in Baltimore.
O’s sign 4 players to minor league deals
Mike Elias and the Orioles have kept themselves busy so far this offseason, now adding four more players to minor league deals. Let’s dive right in!
Orioles 2020 Season Recap: Part 4 – Numbers and stats and data, O’ my!
In his 1907 work, Chapters from My Autobiography, Mark Twain popularized the now familiar quote, “There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics.”
Orioles sign veteran relief pitcher Fernando Abad to minor league deal
Mike Elias added some veteran depth to the bullpen this morning, signing 34-year-old LHP Fernando Abad to a minor league contract.
Orioles make 2020 Rule 5 Draft selections
Orioles fans knew going into today that Mike Elias would make at least one selection in the 2020 Rule 5 Draft, but the organization decided to select four young right-handed pitchers and a catcher this year.
O’s, Frederick Keys end affiliation; Keys now part of brand new Draft League
All of 2020, a monumental cloud that was looming over the heads of Oriole fans was the inevitable loss of the Orioles High-A team, the Frederick Keys. Unfortunately, that cloud just rained on us.
O’s claim RHP Ashton Goudeau, outright Austin Wynns
The O’s begin the 2020 Winter Meetings with a roster move, claiming right-handed reliever Ashton Goudeau from the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Orioles avoid arbitration with Sánchez, Valaika, Armstrong; Non-tender Alberto
The Orioles, like most clubs this evening, have done a lot of roster configuration. Here are the moves made by Mike Elias and the front office:
O’s trade José Iglesias to Angels
The Orioles made a surprise move and shipped one of their top batters from last season to Los Angeles. Ken Rosenthal was first to report the José Iglesias trade:
O’s, Pedro Severino agree to a 1-year, $1.825 million deal
Pedro Severino and the Orioles have agreed to a one-year deal that will avoid arbitration for the young catcher.
Orioles 2020 Season Recap: Part 3 – Front Office moves
The 2020 MLB season was one we have never experienced before, and as fans and players alike, we hope it’s one we never see again. However, baseball was still played, and here at The Baltimore Battery, we have come to give readers an extensive breakdown of the 2020 Baltimore Orioles’ season!
Orioles claim Chris Shaw off waivers; designate Thomas Eshelman for assignment
The Orioles made a few minor moves on Thanksgiving Eve. These moves consisted of designating RHP Thomas Eshelman for assignment and picking up infielder/outfielder Chris Shaw off waivers from the San Francisco Giants.
Orioles 2020 Season Recap: Part 2 – Rookies shine in shortened season
The 2020 MLB season was one we have never experienced before, and as fans and players alike, we hope it’s one we never see again. However, baseball was still played, and here at The Baltimore Battery, we have come to give readers an extensive breakdown of the 2020 Baltimore Orioles’ season!
Orioles announce 40-man roster additions, DFA Renato Núñez
The Baltimore Orioles made a bit of a surprising announcement this evening, as the team adjusted its 40-man roster. Several young prospects were added, while Renato Núñez was designated for assignment.
Orioles 2020 Season Recap: Part 1 – Position Player Breakdown
The 2020 MLB season was one we have never experienced before, and as fans and players alike, we hope it’s one we never see again. However, baseball was still played, and here at The Baltimore Battery, we have come to give readers an extensive breakdown of the 2020 season. This edition is the position playerContinue reading “Orioles 2020 Season Recap: Part 1 – Position Player Breakdown”
MLB owners approve John Angelos to take official leadership of O’s
The Angelos family has been a staple in Baltimore for many years. The family’s patriarch, Peter Angelos, has been running the Orioles since he bought them in 1993.
Chris Holt takes over pitching coach position
With Doug Brocail out of Baltimore, one of the big holes to be filled was the pitching coach position. Many fans wondered if the Elias crew would decide to look outside of the organization. However, it is clear Elias knew exactly who he wanted for the job.
Orioles pick up José Iglesias’ $3.5 mil option for 2021
Of the many surprises that the Orioles had in 2020, the dominance of one José Iglesias was surely the top of that list.
O’s claim infielder Yolmer Sánchez off waivers from White Sox
The Orioles front office has been busy so far in the new off-season, adding another player today. Yolmer Sánchez, formerly known as Carlos Sánchez, has been claimed off waivers after being let go by the Chicago White Sox.
Iglesias named SS finalist for All-MLB team; O’s sign multiple players to minor league deals; Hess free agent & more
With the off-season now upon us, the last string to the 2020 season is player awards. Although we know no Oriole player will be in the discussion for MVP, CY Young, or ROY, one of our guys has found a spot as a finalist for the All-MLB team.
O’s re-sign Stevie Wilkerson to minor league deal
As one of the first moves in the Orioles offseason, the Birds have decided to re-sign outfielder Stevie Wilkerson to a minor league deal, that also included an spring training invite. The only position player to ever record a save in a major league game, Wilkerson returns to a very overstuffed minor league outfield. MoreContinue reading “O’s re-sign Stevie Wilkerson to minor league deal”
O’s cut ties with José Flores and Doug Brocail
Just days after the end of the 2020 season that saw the Baltimore Orioles finish with an impressive 25-35 record, the club announced coaches José Flores and Doug Brocail will not return to the team next year.
O’s drop final series in Buffalo, finish season 25-35: Series Recap 9/25/20 – 9/27/20
There you have it folks. The 2020 season has come an end for the Baltimore Orioles. After finishing much better than anyone expected, we all can be happy at the things accomplished by the Orioles this season.
O’s take the field for the last time in 2020 in series finale against the Blue Jays: Lineups 9/27/20
After all the baseball world has been through in 2020, the final day of the season has finally come. A season finale many didn’t think would actually happen due to corona. Yet here we are as the Orioles are set to finish up the 2020 season in Buffalo against the Blue Jays. The Orioles haveContinue reading “O’s take the field for the last time in 2020 in series finale against the Blue Jays: Lineups 9/27/20”
John Means gets last start as O’s look to bounce back in game 2: Lineup 9/26/20
John Means gets to see the mound one more time this season, after turning things around in the second half of 2020. Means is 2-0 with a no decision in his last three starts. In those games, he has only allowed three runs and has pitched 17.2 innings, a big difference from the start ofContinue reading “John Means gets last start as O’s look to bounce back in game 2: Lineup 9/26/20”
O’s finish up 2020 season with 3 against Toronto: Series Preview 9/25/20 – 9/27/20
Now time for the final weekend of the season, the O’s have one more chance at the Blue Jays, as well as a chance at a 25-win season. At 24-33, the Birds will finish this season with more wins than anyone expected.
O’s make last visit to Fenway, drop 2 of 3: Series Recap 9/22/20 – 9/24/20
Going into Fenway for the last series against the Red Sox, both teams are out of playoff contention. More or less, this series was about securing fourth place, or if you are a part of the tank train, hoping to gain a better draft spot by losing this series.
Orioles lineup vs. Red Sox: 9/24/20
José Iglesias returns to the Baltimore lineup tonight, as the Orioles look to avoid a three-game sweep against Boston at Fenway Park. The O’s lost game one 8-3 and game two 9-1.
Orioles vs. Red Sox lineup: 9/23/2020
The Orioles’ defense failed them in last evening’s 8-3 loss, as the Red Sox scored two runs on three errors, and Evan Phillips gave up three runs without getting an out. With the loss, the Orioles have been officially eliminated from playoff contention at 23-32 with five games left in the season.
O’s Begin Final Road Trip in Boston: Game One Lineups 9/22/20
At 23-31, the Baltimore Orioles travel to Fenway Park for the last time in 2020. In a battle of the two non playoff teams in the AL East, the Orioles have a chance to come out as 25 game winners with three games left. That would be better than most fans would have expected. SomeContinue reading “O’s Begin Final Road Trip in Boston: Game One Lineups 9/22/20”
O’s visit Boston for final series against Sox: Series Preview 9/22/20 – 9/24/20
With the end of the 2020 season quickly approaching in the rear view mirror, the Baltimore Orioles take to the road one last time to put an end to this chaotic season.
Orioles finish up 5-game set with AL-East-leading Rays: Series Recap 9/17/20 – 9/20/20
Following a solid series win against the Atlanta Braves, the Orioles were slated to finish the 2020 home season with five games against the deadly and poetic Tampa Bay Rays.
Victor Gonzalez named as trade piece in Miguel Castro deal; Shepherd released
As the trade deadline approached in August, the Orioles let go of a couple long-time Orioles in the bullpen. One of these players was Miguel Castro, who was sent to the New York Mets in exchange for pitcher Kevin Smith and a player to be named later.
Os host Rays for 4th game in a row: Lineup 9/19/20
The Baltimore Orioles host the Tampa Bay Rays again Saturday night, their second to last home game on the season.
Orioles look to bounce back against Rays: Lineup 9/17/20
After dropping a doubleheader yesterday to the Rays, the Orioles look to bounce back tonight at Camden Yards.
O’s and Rays finish August series, follow with 4-game set: Series Preview & Game 1 Lineup 9/17/20 – 9/20/20
The Baby Birds kick off their final leg of the last home stand for 2020 against the Tampa Bay Rays. Thursday consists of a doubleheader, with game one finishing a series back from August 27, when that final game was postponed. This current series begins with game two of the doubleheader, consisting of four gamesContinue reading “O’s and Rays finish August series, follow with 4-game set: Series Preview & Game 1 Lineup 9/17/20 – 9/20/20”
O’s snatch 2 of 3 from playoff-bound Braves: Series Recap 9/14/20 – 9/16/20
A little too late for a Wild Card push following a horrid series against the Yankees, the Orioles looked to bounce back against the Atlanta Braves, an even tougher opponent. But, were they able to do it?
O’s attempt to take series with Braves: Lineup 9/16/20
One night after dropping 14 runs on the Atlanta Braves, the Baltimore Orioles fell scoreless in game two, as the offense was no where to be found.
O’s host Braves for Game 2: Lineup 9/15/20
With the final Wild Card spot now seemingly out of reach for the Orioles, they decided to explode offensively on Monday night, scoring 14 runs against the NL-East-leading Atlanta Braves.
Orioles lineup vs. Braves: 9/14/20
Coming off a brutal four-game sweep at the hands of the New York Yankees, Baltimore returns home for three games against the Atlanta Braves. With a 20-26 record, the Orioles are running out of time to make it back into the playoff race.
Orioles vs. Braves: Series Preview 9/14/20 – 9/16/20
The Orioles’ playoff hopes were dealt a huge blow this weekend when the Yankees hit them with four straight losses. The team will look to get up off the mat this week, when the National-League-East-leading Atlanta Braves visit for a three-game series at Camden Yards.
Orioles swept by Yankees in 4 games: Series Recap 9/11/20 – 9/13/20
This series started a day late, as the rain forced the Orioles and Yankees into four games in three days. Coming into this series, the O’s trailed the Yankees for the Wild Card spot by just 1.5 games. After this series, however, that gap grew exponentially.
Orioles lineup vs. Yankees: 9/13/20
Sitting at 20-25, the Orioles look to take game four of this four-game set with hopes to avoid a series sweep.
Orioles vs Yankees Lineups: 9/12/20
After dropping both games of Friday’s double header, the Orioles head into game three against the Yankees , now trailing them 3.5 game for the wild card spot.
Orioles vs. Yankees Doubleheader Game 1: Lineup 9/11/20
Due to a rain out Thursday night, the Orioles and Yankees are now billed for a doubleheader, with game one beginning at 4:05 p.m. ET.
Orioles visit Yankees for crucial 4-game set: Series Preview and Game 1 Lineup 9/10/20-9/13/20
The O’s look to make a push for the postseason, but they have to go through the Bronx and defeat the Evil Empire to do it!
Orioles vs Mets lineups: 9/9/20
The Orioles come roaring into game two against the Mets following an 11 run night for the offense on Tuesday. Six batters had a multi hit game, the O’s hit four long balls, and Cedric Mullins was a HR shy of the cycle. Backed by a solid start by John Means, the Orioles continued theirContinue reading “Orioles vs Mets lineups: 9/9/20”
Orioles split series with Mets: Series Recap 9/8/20-9/9/20
NY state of mind, huh? The red hot Baltimore Orioles rode into Citi Field on Tuesday to begin a two game series against the Mets, which is part of an 11 game stretch against New York teams. The Birds got on the subway to Queens scorching hot having won their last 3 over the Yankees,Continue reading “Orioles split series with Mets: Series Recap 9/8/20-9/9/20”
Orioles vs. Mets: Lineup 9/8/20
The Orioles visit the New York Mets Tuesday evening, kicking off a two-game series to start the road trip.
Orioles take on Mets in short series: Series Preview 9/8 – 9/9
Over the weekend, the Orioles rode the youth train to a 3-1 series win against the Yankees. The O’s seek to keep the momentum rolling, as they pay a visit to Citi Field for a two-game series with the New York Mets.
Young O’s pitchers Kremer and Akin light up weekend series
Coming into the four-game series against the New York Yankees, the Orioles sat at 16-20 and had lost their last 18 to the Evil Empire. After trading away Mychal Givens, Miguel Castro and Tommy Milone, the Orioles pitching staff was looking much different.
Youngsters shine vs. Yankees; O’s take 3 of 4: Series Recap 9/4/20-9/6/20
The Baltimore Orioles entered this four-game set vs. the New York Yankees having lost their last 18 against the Evil Empire. Looking to turn things around, the Orioles also had a chance to be somewhat of a playoff spoiler for the Yankees. With the Rays comfortably ahead in the AL East, taking two, maybe threeContinue reading “Youngsters shine vs. Yankees; O’s take 3 of 4: Series Recap 9/4/20-9/6/20”
Dean Kremer called up for first start, O’s vs Yanks lineups: 9/6/2020
The Orioles and Yankees put an end to this four-game set today, with the Birds in a position to snag the series win. Following a beautiful starting outing by LHP Keegan Akin, another young Orioles prospect gets the bump today, as RHP Dean Kremer gets his first start in the major leagues!
Orioles vs. Yankees lineup: 9/5/2020
The Orioles come off a doubleheader against the Yankees on Friday where they were finally able to snap the losing streak against the Yankees that stood at 19.
Orioles lineup vs. Yankees for game 1: 9/4/2020
The New York Yankees are coming to town, looking to continue their win streak against the Orioles. With the Rays comfortably ahead of the Yankees in the AL East with a lead of five games, the Orioles certainly would pick a good time to end that losing streak today in game one of this doubleheader.
Orioles vs. Yankees: Series Preview 9/4-9/6
After splitting a two-game series with one New York team, the Mets, the Orioles welcome the New York Yankees to Camden Yards for a four-game set beginning with a doubleheader on Friday.
Ryan Mountcastle: Future is now
For months Orioles fans begged and begged for star prospect Ryan Mountcastle to be called up to the Majors; on Aug. 21, that wish came true, and he has lived up to expectations thus far.
Orioles lineup vs. Mets, 9/2/2020
The Oriole offense came alive last night, as they continued to ride the hot bats of Anthony Santander and Renato Núñez to a 9-5 victory over the Mets.
Orioles lineup vs. Mets: Tuesday, 9/1/2020
Despite the fact that they possess a worse overall record, the New York Metropolitans (15-20) come to Baltimore (15-19) tonight with their sights set on making the playoffs.
Orioles vs. Mets: Series Preview 9/1-9/2
The Orioles were able to salvage one game of their weekend series with the Blue Jays, but in the world of Major League Baseball, there is no rest for the weary. The Birds are back at Camden Yards for a two-game set with the Mets and a familiar face. Among the flurry of trade deadlineContinue reading “Orioles vs. Mets: Series Preview 9/1-9/2”
Orioles deal Miguel Castro, acquire prospect Kevin Smith at Trade Deadline
Just before the MLB Trade Deadline passed at 4 p.m., Aug. 31, the Baltimore Orioles made a move to acquire left-handed pitcher Kevin Smith from the New York Mets. The Orioles shipped relief pitcher Miguel Castro to New York in exchange for Smith. This trade concludes a month in which the O’s made four separateContinue reading “Orioles deal Miguel Castro, acquire prospect Kevin Smith at Trade Deadline”
Keegan Akin gets first MLB start, O’s vs. Blue Jays lineup: 8/31/2020
On the busiest day of the season, the 14-19 Baltimore Orioles look to avoid the break today, as they face off against the Toronto/Buffalo Blue Jays.
Mychal Givens traded to Colorado Rockies
The Orioles are starting to clear house, as they have traded Tommy Milone to the Atlanta Braves and now Mychal Givens to the Colorado Rockies, according to Jon Heyman.
Orioles lineup Sunday, August 30, 2020, vs. Toronto (3:07 pm EDT)
The Orioles try to end their Buffalo blues this afternoon, as they take on the Toronto Blue Jays, who have done nothing but beat the Birds every game this season.
Trade season starts; Tommy Milone shipped to Atlanta
With the ever-growing shadow of the August 31 Trade Deadline looming above all of baseball, the Orioles have decided themselves as sellers and kicked off this trading season.
Orioles lineup vs. Blue Jays: 8/29/20
After a heartbreaking loss in extra innings last night, the O’s try to turn it around in game two against the Blue Jays tonight.
Orioles lineup Friday, August 28, 2020, vs. Toronto (6:37 pm EDT)
Tonight, the Orioles head north, but not quite as far north as the title above suggests. Although the Blue Jays were cleared by city and provincial governments to play their home games in Toronto’s Rogers Centre (still thought of as the “Skydome” by traditionalists like myself), the Canadian government denied their request. Thus, the O’sContinue reading “Orioles lineup Friday, August 28, 2020, vs. Toronto (6:37 pm EDT)”
Orioles vs. Blue Jays: Series Preview 8/28 – 8/30
After losing two straight to the Rays and postponing their game on Thursday, the Orioles travel to Buffalo this weekend to take on the Toronto Blue Jays in a three-game series.
Orioles drop 2 games against Rays, Thursday’s series finale postponed: Series Recap 8/25/20 – 8/27/20
Baltimore lost two close games to Tampa Bay in a quick road trip to Tropicana Field to fall to 14-16 on the season.
Orioles lineup Thursday, August 27, 2020, vs. Tampa Bay (6:40 pm EDT)
Tonight, the Orioles look to salvage the last game of a hard-fought series against the division-leading Rays. Tampa, despite battling a season-long injury plague (star center fielder Kevin Kiermier is the latest victim, leaving last night’s game with back spasms) has won 15 of 18 and surged into 1st place in the AL East.
Orioles lineup vs. Rays: 8/26/2020
The Orioles go into game two of this three-game set against the Rays in Tampa, looking to even this series at one game a piece.
Orioles begin important road trip vs. Rays: Series Preview 8/25/20 – 8/27/20
The Orioles came back strong last week after a six-game losing streak to win two in a row versus the Boston Red Sox. The Birds will look to keep the momentum going this week, as they travel to Tampa to take on the red hot Rays. The Orioles enter the series at 14-14, four gamesContinue reading “Orioles begin important road trip vs. Rays: Series Preview 8/25/20 – 8/27/20”
Orioles lineup vs. Rays: 8/25/20
The Orioles look to keep up their winning ways, as they take on the division-rival Tampa Bay Rays in St. Petersburg.
O’s split series with Sox: Series Recap 8/20-8/23
The struggling Baltimore Orioles hosted the Boston Red Sox for a four-game series starting on Thursday. Coming into this series having lost their last four and losing possession of third place in the A.L. East, the Orioles desperately needed some wins in this series.
Orioles lineup vs. Red Sox: 8/23/20
After arguably the most exciting game of the year last night, the Orioles look to split this four-game series against the Red Sox with back-to-back wins.
Orioles lineup vs. Red Sox, Dwight Smith Jr. DFA’d: 8/22/20
The Orioles look to end their week-long losing streak tonight, as they take on the Boston Red Sox in game three.
Orioles lineup vs. Red Sox, Mountcastle promoted: 8/21/20
It’s an exciting day in Birdland, as the O’s take on the Boston Red Sox in game two action. But that isn’t the exciting part!
Anthony Santander: O’s unlikely MVP
With many obstacles standing in the Orioles way in 2020, maybe none reached the heart of O’s fans quite as much as the news of Trey Mancini being diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer. The 2019 Orioles MVP, losing Mancini was a dagger in the heart off and on the field. So, what happens whenContinue reading “Anthony Santander: O’s unlikely MVP”
“Why Not” or “Try Not?” Birds are too cold and too hot
Numbers can be fun. They can be quite revealing, too. The first 25 games of the Orioles’ 2020 season, which are still representative of an overachieving, competitive ballclub, are full of fun numbers. In fact, from a statistical standpoint, this club has been either surging or slumping the entire year. As a fan, I amContinue reading ““Why Not” or “Try Not?” Birds are too cold and too hot”
Orioles lineup vs Red Sox: 8/20/20
The Orioles look to get back in the win column, as they begin a four-game series against the Boston Red Sox tonight from beautiful Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
Orioles vs. Red Sox: Series Preview 8/20/20 – 8/23/20
After a brutal sweep from the Toronto Blue Jays, the O’s look to get back to their winning ways in a four-game series against the Boston Red Sox! Here is a Battery Series Preview of what we can expect!
Orioles swept by Randal Grichuk, drop all three to Toronto
The Orioles have been swept in a three-game series against the Blue Jays this week, frustrating fans, as two of the games were very winnable if not for fundamental mistakes.
Orioles lineup vs. Blue Jays
The Orioles look to prevent a series sweep from the Toronto Blue Jays, as they get ready to play game three this afternoon.
Orioles lineup vs. Blue Jays: 8/18/20
The Orioles look back to get in the win column tonight, as they face the Toronto Blue Jays in game two.
Orioles lineup vs. Blue Jays: 8/17/20
The Orioles begin a three-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays tonight from beautiful Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
Orioles vs. Blue Jays: Series Preview 8/17/20-8/19/20
The Orioles certainly provided some grit and exciting moments during the final two games against the Nationals this weekend, but ultimately lost the series. The Birds have little time to lick their wounds, however, as the Toronto Blue Jays come to town for a three-game set starting this evening.
Orioles lose 2 of 3 against Nats: Series Recap 8/14/20 – 8/16/20
The Orioles came into this weekend series against the Nats on an almost week-long winning streak, but that unfortunately came to a halt.
Orioles lineup vs. Nationals: 8/15/20
After stringing together a nice six-game win streak, the Orioles took one on the chin last evening, losing to the Nationals 15-3. The Birds will look to return to the win column tonight, as they send Asher Wojciechowski to the mound to face Nationals left-hander Patrick Corbin.
Orioles big 3 pivotal in hot start
2020 has been a year, although not over yet, that will go down in history for many things. In baseball, that is no different. To many people’s surprise, the Orioles are atop the A.L. and are continuing to win baseball games.
Keegan Akin’s debut: Breakdown
For Keegan Akin, the Oriole’s No. 13 prospect, the wait is finally over. During Friday evenings brutal 15-3 loss to the Nationals, the 25-year-old from Michigan made his Major League debut, going three innings, striking out one and giving up three runs.
Why Bruce Banner is Chris Davis’ endgame and not The Incredible Hulk
Much has been made of Chris Davis’ unbelievable fall from grace. Most fans are aware of the tumbling batting average, the declining power and the rising strikeout numbers.