Question: Why has there been no discussion about bringing back starting pitcher John Means? From: Jeffrey Shupe Answer: Jeffrey, it’s a popular question, and it’s recently been asked by Mitch, James Martin, Chris Kiyak and Bill Bellistri, among others. During the Winter Meetings, there was some chatter that the Boston Red Sox were interested in Means, but that’s the only thing … [Read more...] about Why has there been no talk about a Means return to Orioles? | MAILBAG
Important dates for Orioles in 2025; Free agent review
As 2025 begins, let’s look at some important dates between now and Opening Day for the Orioles. January 9th-Arbitration figures must be exchanged The Orioles have 11 players eligible for arbitration, and by 8 p.m. next Thursday, figures must be exchanged for each side if agreement on a 2025 contract is not reached. Starting pitchers Kyle Bradish, Dean Kremer, Trevor Rogers; … [Read more...] about Important dates for Orioles in 2025; Free agent review
2024 was the year the Orioles changed hands, started well and finished poorly
The Orioles’ 2024 season was a tumultuous year that began with promise and ended in disappointment. The team was officially sold just days after longtime owner Peter Angelos died. Right after the pending sale was announced, the Orioles acquired their best starter in more than two decades, Corbin Burnes. Burnes was the most accomplished starting pitcher in the free-agent market … [Read more...] about 2024 was the year the Orioles changed hands, started well and finished poorly
Which moves might Orioles make before Opening Day? | MAILBAG
Question: Which of these Orioles’ (my wish list) items do you think is most likely to occur in the coming weeks leading up to Opening Day 2025: Sign starter Roki Sasaki? Trade for starting pitcher Dylan Cease and/or designated hitter Luis Arráez? Sign reliever Tanner Scott? Sign first baseman Pete Alonso? Extend catcher Adley Rutschman? Extend shortstop Gunnar … [Read more...] about Which moves might Orioles make before Opening Day? | MAILBAG
Peter Schmuck: My 2025 Hall of Fame ballot is in the mail (Part 2)
It seems like only yesterday I was extolling the virtues of five of the 10 terrific players whose names I checked on my 2026 Hall of Fame ballot. That’s probably because it was yesterday, and I explained those choices in individual capsules that take up a lot of space, which gave me an excuse to turn my ballot mea culpa into a three-part series that will mercifully end after I … [Read more...] about Peter Schmuck: My 2025 Hall of Fame ballot is in the mail (Part 2)