BALTIMORE–What happened? Of the Orioles’ final 10 games in this most disappointing season, seven are against the New York Yankees, who trail the Toronto Blue Jays by three games in the American League East. The Orioles would love to spoil the Yankees’ chances of catching the Blue Jays, but they’re going to have to play better than they did on Thursday night. In front of a large … [Read more...] about Orioles get just 3 hits, shut out for 15th time in 7-0 loss to Yankees
Does Orioles’ ownership truly want to build a winner for 2026 and beyond?
Question: Do you believe Orioles ownership truly wants to build a winner for ’26 and beyond? From: Jim Turner Answer: Jim, yes, I believe that they truly want to build a winner for 2026 and beyond. I know a lot of fans, despite the Samuel Basallo extension, are skeptical, but I think they will spend significant money this offseason. They spent significant money last offseason, … [Read more...] about Does Orioles’ ownership truly want to build a winner for 2026 and beyond?
Orioles add another reliever, Jose Espada
BALTIMORE—The Orioles added yet another relief pitcher on Friday when they recalled right-hander Jose Espada from Triple-A Norfolk after Chayce McDermott was placed on the Bereavement/Family Medical List. The 28-year-old Espada was signed to a minor league contract on July 26th, and on August 11th was optioned to Norfolk. He was 2-2 with a 5.94 ERA and three saves with the … [Read more...] about Orioles add another reliever, Jose Espada
The best and worst parks in Major League Baseball
This was a unique season in Major League Baseball. Two minor league parks were used for big league games, and since it’s been a while since I’ve published my rankings of ballparks, I thought I’d include them. The addition of Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, the home of the Athletics for the next three years, and George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, which hosted the Tampa Bay … [Read more...] about The best and worst parks in Major League Baseball
What is Mountcastle’s future with the Orioles? | MAILBAG
Question: In 2021 and 2022, Ryan Mountcastle had 33 and 22 home runs. Why do you think his home run numbers have plummeted? What do you think Ryan’s future will be? From: Dominick Tibaldo Answer: Dominick, in those years where Mountcastle combined to hit 55 home runs, he played in 144 and 145 games. In 2023, he played in 115 games and hit 18 home runs. In 2024, he hit 13 homers … [Read more...] about What is Mountcastle’s future with the Orioles? | MAILBAG