When actor Robert Redford passed away on September 16, 2025, exactly 53 years to the day after former major leaguer Eddie Waitkus died, it was a coincidence almost seismic enough to make you believe in a baseball god. Redford and Waitkus are forever linked in a legendary baseball tale that sits at the intersection of books, movies and the National Pastime – my kind of locale, … [Read more...] about ‘The Natural’ Was An Oriole? It’s True.
Orioles claim Jhonkensy Noel off waivers from Cleveland
The Orioles claimed outfielder Jhonkensy Noel off waivers from the Cleveland Guardians on Monday. Noel, who hit a home run in his first major league at-bat at Oriole Park on June 28th, 2024, hit .162 with six home runs and 13 RBIs in 69 games for Cleveland in 2025. New Orioles manager Craig Albernaz is familiar with Noel. Albernaz was a coach for the Guardians during Noel’s two … [Read more...] about Orioles claim Jhonkensy Noel off waivers from Cleveland
Getting to know Orioles starting pitcher Shane Baz
Starting pitcher Shane Baz was traded from the Tampa Bay Rays to the Orioles on December 19th. In exchange for the 26-year-old right-hander, the Orioles gave up four top 30 prospects — catcher Caden Bodine, right-hander Michael Forret and outfielders Slater de Brun and Austin Overn, and a Competitive Balance Round A pick, the 33rd overall. Baz, who was 10-12 with a 4.87 ERA in … [Read more...] about Getting to know Orioles starting pitcher Shane Baz
Peter Schmuck: Are the Orioles a strong playoff contender? Not yet.
Now that Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias has fleshed out the starting rotation, added significant pop to the lineup and might still have an ace up his sleeve, it’s okay to start getting excited about the start of spring training six weeks from now. It’s just too early to dream. The O’s certainly have enough talent to climb out of the AL East cellar, but a … [Read more...] about Peter Schmuck: Are the Orioles a strong playoff contender? Not yet.
Will Povich or Young have a brighter Orioles’ career? | MAILBAG
Question: Who has a brighter career ahead of them — Brandon Young or Cade Povich? And which is more likely to have that career as an Oriole? From: Scott Drucker Answer: Scott, that’s an interesting question, and it’s one I’ve never contemplated. Brandon Young is at the beginning of his career, and he’s started only 12 games. Of those 12 starts, three were rough — six or seven … [Read more...] about Will Povich or Young have a brighter Orioles’ career? | MAILBAG