Question: I was somewhat surprised that John Means decided to leave the Orioles, particularly given his injury status. Does Cleveland represent a better opportunity for him down the road? Or did the O’s not really show interest or pursue him for potential future pitching help? From: Stanley Snarski Answer: Stanley, both Tom in Wyoming and Michael Janofsky also had questions … [Read more...] about Did Orioles want to sign John Means? | MAILBAG
Basallo catches 5 innings in Orioles’ 7-3 win over Phillies; Povich pitches 2 hitless innings
CLEARWATER, Florida–What’s happening? Dean Kremer will start for the Orioles when they play the Atlanta Braves on Monday at 4:05 p.m. at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota. Reynaldo López is scheduled to pitch for the Braves. Due to a 95 percent chance of rain on Monday, the Orioles changed the game time from 1:05 p.m. to 4;05 p.m. “We’re discussing it right now,” manager Brandon … [Read more...] about Basallo catches 5 innings in Orioles’ 7-3 win over Phillies; Povich pitches 2 hitless innings
Mullins taking on greater leadership role for Orioles
SARASOTA—For years, both in the minors and the majors, Cedric Mullins was part of an outfield alignment with Austin Hays and Anthony Santander. Last July 26th, the Orioles traded Hays to the Philadelphia Phillies in the deal that brought reliever Seranthony Domínguez to the Orioles. Hays is now with the Cincinnati Reds. Last month, Santander signed as a free agent with the … [Read more...] about Mullins taking on greater leadership role for Orioles
A look at Orioles’ minor league pitcher Trey Gibson and why prospect analysts are noticing him
For a pitcher who was not even drafted, but signed as a free agent after the 2023 MLB Draft, O’s right-hander Trey Gibson has been getting noticed a lot lately. The 22-year-old is ranked as the club’s No. 12 prospect (and their fourth highest-rated pitcher) by Baseball America and No. 13 by The Athletic. In addition, ESPN named him as one of 12 players currently outside of its … [Read more...] about A look at Orioles’ minor league pitcher Trey Gibson and why prospect analysts are noticing him
Orioles lose Grapefruit League opener 10-5 to Pirates; Holliday on playing 2nd, bunting
SARASOTA–What’s happening? Cade Povich will start when the Orioles play the Philadelphia Phillies at BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater, Florida on Sunday at 1:05 p.m. Tyler Phillips will start for the Phillies. The game can be heard on WBAL/98 Rock with Geoff Arnold and Ben Wagner and seen on the MLB Network. “Cade had some good starts for us,” manager Brandon Hyde said. “I think … [Read more...] about Orioles lose Grapefruit League opener 10-5 to Pirates; Holliday on playing 2nd, bunting