Sixty years and one day after the Orioles traded for Hall of Famer Frank Robinson, they reached an agreement with slugger Pete Alonso. The comparison is not Robinson to Alonso — because that wouldn’t be fair to Alonso — but the Orioles’ willingness to make a bold move at a time when they needed to. Robinson was the missing piece for an Orioles team that won two World Series and … [Read more...] about Calling the Pen: 60 years after landing Frank Robinson, Orioles show they’re still willing to swing for the fences
Addition of Alonso produces memorable Winter Meetings for Orioles
ORLANDO–Now, it’s on to the pitching. The Orioles’ pursuit of a big bat and big news from the Winter Meetings was successful with their agreement on a five-year, $155 million contract with slugger Pete Alonso. The move gives the Orioles one of the top sluggers in baseball and an everyday first baseman. With Alonso joining the newly acquired Taylor Ward, Gunnar Henderson, … [Read more...] about Addition of Alonso produces memorable Winter Meetings for Orioles
Orioles’ signing of Pete Alonso is official; Maverick Handley designated for assignment
The Orioles made Pete Alonso’s signing official on Thursday. Alonso, the five-time All-Star who signed a five-year, $155 million deal, will be introduced on Friday afternoon. Alonso’s addition has been greeted with glee by Oriole fans, who had been skeptical of the team’s willingness to offer large deals. To make room for Alonso on the 40-man roster, the Orioles designated … [Read more...] about Orioles’ signing of Pete Alonso is official; Maverick Handley designated for assignment
What Lies Ahead For The Bird Tapes (For Starters, There’s A Holiday Sale)
The year 2025 wasn’t good for the Baltimore Orioles, to say the least. But it’s been a great year for the Bird Tapes, my Orioles history project on Substack. I’ve published almost two dozen new interviews with former Oriole players, executives and connected journalists. I’ve posted dozens of new written pieces about various aspects of the club’s history. I’ve watched my … [Read more...] about What Lies Ahead For The Bird Tapes (For Starters, There’s A Holiday Sale)
Orioles need to win some free-agent contests
ORLANDO—The Orioles may or may not reach an agreement with a top-shelf hitter or pitcher before the Winter Meetings end on Wednesday. That doesn’t mean the Orioles aren’t serious players in this year’s free-agent marketplace. According to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, the Orioles were serious about slugger Kyle Schwarber, who hit 56 home runs and 132 RBIs. They made an offer … [Read more...] about Orioles need to win some free-agent contests