On Wednesday, new Orioles reliever Ryan Helsley spoke with the media about why he chose the Orioles, his struggles with the New York Mets after a July trade from St. Louis, and playing with former teammates. The 31-year-old right-hander’s contract is reported as two years for $28 million, with an opt-out after the 2026 season. Here are highlights from Helsley’s media … [Read more...] about Getting to know new Orioles closer Ryan Helsley
The One Oriole Who Just Told Me No
While accumulating as many interviews as possible with current and former players and managers, front office executives, scouts and others for my book on Orioles history a quarter-century ago, I found that each source belonged in one of four categories. There were the sources I successfully tracked down, interviewed in person and recorded — the voices you’re now hearing as part … [Read more...] about The One Oriole Who Just Told Me No
Questions for Orioles manager Craig Albernaz before Winter Meetings
At next week’s Winter Meetings in Orlando, Orioles beat reporters will get an opportunity to get to know the team’s new manager, Craig Albernaz. Other than his introductory news conference on November 4th, when he made a favorable impression, Albernaz is an unknown quantity. He’s been busy assembling his coaching staff, which has 11 confirmed members — four holdovers and seven … [Read more...] about Questions for Orioles manager Craig Albernaz before Winter Meetings
Report: Mullins in agreement on 1-year contract with Rays
Longtime Orioles centerfielder Cedric Mullins has agreed to a one-year contract with the Tampa Bay Rays, according to a report by The Tampa Bay Times’ Marc Topkin. The deal is pending a physical. Mullins, who was traded to the New York Mets on July 31st. became the only Oriole to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in a season in 2021. H was voted Most Valuable Oriole that … [Read more...] about Report: Mullins in agreement on 1-year contract with Rays
When will 2025 top draft picks contribute to the Orioles? | MAILBAG
Question: My question is more of a long-term one: The Orioles 2025 draft has the potential to be a game changer, so is it a realistic expectation for Caden Bodine, Ike Irish, Wehiwa Aloy and Slater de Brun to contribute in the next two-to-three years? From: William R. Bonnington Answer: Bill, I think it’s realistic to think that the top four draft choices could be playing for … [Read more...] about When will 2025 top draft picks contribute to the Orioles? | MAILBAG