Question: Are you concerned that the O’s have not started giving deals to their young stars? I thought they would spread them out/stagger to be able to keep as many as possible. I feel the main players currently should be Gunnar Henderson, Jordan Westburg, Jackson Holliday, and Colton Cowser. From: Sandra Freund Answer: Sandy, there’s a lot to unpack there. I haven’t heard … [Read more...] about Will the Orioles extend any players this season? | MAILBAG
Orioles’ Rodriguez: ‘Definitely going to pitch this season’
BALTIMORE— Ending his silence after more than three months, Oriole starter Grayson Rodriguez said he was optimistic that he’d pitch in the second half of the season. Rodriguez, who is on the 60-day injured list, said his right elbow has healed, and that he is focused on rehabbing his lat injury. “Throwing, throwing every day. Right now feeling good,” Rodriguez said on Friday. … [Read more...] about Orioles’ Rodriguez: ‘Definitely going to pitch this season’
Morton strikes out 10 in 5 innings as Orioles defeat Angels, 2-0
BALTIMORE–What happened? Charlie Morton struck out 10 batters in five innings, and after a lengthy rain delay truncated Morton’s start, the Orioles defeated the Los Angeles Angels, 2-0, at Camden Yards before 20,204 on Friday night. The 41-year-old Morton struck out three in the first, two in the second, three in the third, and one each in the fourth and fifth. Seven of his 10 … [Read more...] about Morton strikes out 10 in 5 innings as Orioles defeat Angels, 2-0
Calling the Pen: When it comes to hamstring injuries, the Orioles don’t have anything on me
Mallory was feeling sorry for me. She had won four or five races in a row. She suggested that I get a head start to give me a chance at victory. We were running for the red truck about 60 yards down the street. Mallory is 8, and the granddaughter of my sister Colleen, who said she just knew I was going to get hurt, because “you always get hurt.” When the race started, I tried … [Read more...] about Calling the Pen: When it comes to hamstring injuries, the Orioles don’t have anything on me
Akin to open for Orioles; O’Neill resting at Norfolk with shoulder soreness; Sánchez close to return
BALTIMORE—Interim manager Tony Mansolino decided that left-hander Keegan Akin would be the opener on Thursday night for the Orioles against the Detroit Tigers and ace Tarik Skubal. Dean Kremer, who was originally listed as the starter, will be the bulk pitcher. “The strength of their lineup is left-handed,” Mansolino said. “When it lines up, you have a right-handed starter. … [Read more...] about Akin to open for Orioles; O’Neill resting at Norfolk with shoulder soreness; Sánchez close to return