At next week’s Winter Meetings in Orlando, Orioles beat reporters will get an opportunity to get to know the team’s new manager, Craig Albernaz. Other than his introductory news conference on November 4th, when he made a favorable impression, Albernaz is an unknown quantity. He’s been busy assembling his coaching staff, which has 11 confirmed members — four holdovers and seven … [Read more...] about Questions for Orioles manager Craig Albernaz before Winter Meetings
Report: Mullins in agreement on 1-year contract with Rays
Longtime Orioles centerfielder Cedric Mullins has agreed to a one-year contract with the Tampa Bay Rays, according to a report by The Tampa Bay Times’ Marc Topkin. The deal is pending a physical. Mullins, who was traded to the New York Mets on July 31st. became the only Oriole to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in a season in 2021. H was voted Most Valuable Oriole that … [Read more...] about Report: Mullins in agreement on 1-year contract with Rays
When will 2025 top draft picks contribute to the Orioles? | MAILBAG
Question: My question is more of a long-term one: The Orioles 2025 draft has the potential to be a game changer, so is it a realistic expectation for Caden Bodine, Ike Irish, Wehiwa Aloy and Slater de Brun to contribute in the next two-to-three years? From: William R. Bonnington Answer: Bill, I think it’s realistic to think that the top four draft choices could be playing for … [Read more...] about When will 2025 top draft picks contribute to the Orioles? | MAILBAG
Orioles face decision on whether to participate in Rule 5 draft
Next week’s Winter Meetings in Orlando conclude on December 10th with the Rule 5 draft. After a two-year absence, the Orioles could again participate. The Orioles took at least one player in every draft from 2006-2022. (There wasn’t a Rule 5 draft in 2021 because of a lockout.) They passed the last two seasons. While many of the players they’ve taken never played for the team, … [Read more...] about Orioles face decision on whether to participate in Rule 5 draft
Orioles face decision on whether to participate in Rule 5 draft
Next week’s Winter Meetings in Orlando conclude on December 10th with the Rule 5 draft. After a two-year absence, the Orioles could again participate. The Orioles took at least one player in every draft from 2006-2022. (There wasn’t a Rule 5 draft in 2021 because of a lockout.) They passed the last two seasons. While many of the players they’ve taken never played for the team, … [Read more...] about Orioles face decision on whether to participate in Rule 5 draft
