Orioles

When the American League Most Valuable Player Award results are announced on November 21st, Gunnar Henderson should finish among the leaders. By Baseball Reference’s WAR (Wins Above Replacement), the Orioles’ shortstop was the fourth-best player in the major leagues. His 9.1 WAR trails only New York’s Aaron Judge, Kansas City’s Bobby Witt Jr. and the Dodgers’ Shohei … [Read more...] about Orioles’ Henderson needs postseason series win for greater acclaim

Question: I’ve learned there are certain players you must keep in your core if you are to succeed at a high level.  Jordan Westburg is clearly one of these. So, as an owner, I would value Jordan like the Royals value Bobby Witt Jr.,  and he would be my No. 1 target over the other young stars, if he has the persona and respect to be the clubhouse leader. Is Scott Boras taking … [Read more...] about Could Westburg sign an extension with Orioles? | MAILBAG

Free agency began on Thursday, and the Orioles’ top starting pitcher, Corbin Burnes, and leading home run hitter, outfielder Anthony Santander, declared for free agency. They were joined by left-hander John Means, catcher James McCann and outfielder Austin Slater. Right-hander Brooks Kriske, who was selected off waivers from Cincinnati on August 25th but was never recalled from … [Read more...] about Burnes, Santander, McCann, Means, 4 others file for free agency; Orioles director of pitching Chris Holt leaves

In April of 1991, violence plagued South Africa as politicians debated how to end apartheid. Nelson Mandela joined Face the Nation to discuss the problems facing the country and his opinions of then South African President F.W. de Klerk. Two years later, the men won a joint Nobel Peace Prize. This archival episode may contain themes or use language that differs from modern … [Read more...] about From the archives: Nelson Mandela on efforts to end apartheid in South Africa