DUNEDIN, Florida—The Orioles brought a lineup without a single player who regularly shared the field with Anthony Santander to TD Ballpark on Thursday. Without traffic, it’s an 80-minute drive from Sarasota to Dunedin, but the presence of Santander made it an unforgettable day. The always jovial Santander was looking forward to the day, even though Orioles manager Brandon Hyde … [Read more...] about Hyde on Orioles facing Santander with Blue Jays: ‘Not going to be fun’
Is Rubenstein intent on locking up Orioles’ young stars? | MAILBAG
Question: Does David Rubenstein have any intent on locking up our young players like the Braves have done, and to some degree, the Rangers and Athletics? From: Scott Cleaveland via Facebook Answer: Scott, when Orioles owner David Rubenstein met with the media last month, he mentioned that he had a social lunch with Gunnar Henderson and Adley Rutschman in Sarasota, and did say … [Read more...] about Is Rubenstein intent on locking up Orioles’ young stars? | MAILBAG
Eflin named Orioles’ Opening Day starter
SARASOTA—It wasn’t a surprise when Orioles manager Brandon Hyde announced that Zach Eflin would be the team’s Opening Day starter. Eflin will pitch against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre on March 27th. It’s the second consecutive Opening Day start for the 30-year-old right-hander. On March 28th, 2024, Eflin started for the Tampa Bay Rays against the Blue Jays at … [Read more...] about Eflin named Orioles’ Opening Day starter
Orioles lose to Braves, 13-5, as Kremer allows 4 runs; Kittredge update
SARASOTA–What’s happening? Cade Povich will make his third start on Thursday when the Orioles visit the Toronto Blue Jays at TD Ballpark in Dunedin, Florida at 1:07 p.m. Povich, who is making a bid to start the season in the starting rotation, has allowed just one hit in five scoreless innings, walking one and striking out seven. He’ll be opposed by Easton Lucas. Shortstop … [Read more...] about Orioles lose to Braves, 13-5, as Kremer allows 4 runs; Kittredge update
Oriole greats Jones, Markakis, Ripken provide invaluable instruction
SARASOTA—The Orioles had their most extensive group of guest coaches this spring, and they couldn’t have been happier with them. Some had been with the team before, including famed pitchers Scott McGregor and Ben McDonald, and infielders J.J. Hardy and Brian Roberts. Adam Jones, who was a guest instructor last spring, is now a special adviser to executive vice president/general … [Read more...] about Oriole greats Jones, Markakis, Ripken provide invaluable instruction