The Orioles didn’t have a first-round pick in the 2014 draft or a second-round choice. They surrendered those picks to sign slugger Nelson Cruz, who led the majors in home runs with 40 that season and starting pitcher Ubaldo Jiménez, who had a disappointing four-season stint with the team. In his only season with the Orioles, Cruz was an important part of the team’s offense … [Read more...] about Orioles hope onetime high pick Nick Gordon can be a contributor in 2025
Should Orioles be concerned about Jackson Holliday? | MAILBAG
Question: It seems that Jackson Holliday has had enough at-bats to make me concerned! Do you think the Orioles might have a short leash on him in 2025? From: Chris Knez Answer: Chris, I don’t think you should be concerned about Jackson Holliday. At 20, he was extremely young for a major leaguer last season, and he’ll still be extremely young at 21. Colton Cowser had a rough … [Read more...] about Should Orioles be concerned about Jackson Holliday? | MAILBAG
Orioles sign 41-year-old right-handed starter Charlie Morton to 1-year contract
The Orioles signed right-handed pitcher Charlie Morton to a one-year contract on Friday. According to the New York Post’s Jon Heyman, the 41-year-old’s contract is for $15 million. Morton, who has played 17 seasons in the majors, was 8-10 with a 4.19 ERA in 30 starts for the Atlanta Braves last season. He made his debut with the Braves in 2008, played seven seasons with … [Read more...] about Orioles sign 41-year-old right-handed starter Charlie Morton to 1-year contract
David Rubenstein’s 1st season as Orioles’ owner
Corbin Burnes’ departure provoked angry comments from disappointed fans who thought he might return to anchor the Orioles’ starting rotation in 2025 and beyond. Some fans blamed new owner David Rubenstein, saying he was like his predecessor, John Angelos, and that the Orioles would not remain competitive in the American League East because they wouldn’t spend the money … [Read more...] about David Rubenstein’s 1st season as Orioles’ owner
Peter Schmuck: My Hall of Fame ballot is in the mail (Part 3)
Now that I’ve listed and given the reasons for the 10 fine players whose names I checked on my 2025 Hall of Fame ballot, I think it’s a good time to explain why I didn’t vote for a couple of players who have Hall-worthy numbers and reserve the right to vote for them later. It’s also a chance to relate my take on the Hall of Fame selection process, which is more complicated than … [Read more...] about Peter Schmuck: My Hall of Fame ballot is in the mail (Part 3)