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Corbin Burnes is the most attractive starting pitcher in the free-agent market. The Orioles knew he’d be testing free agency when they acquired him from Milwaukee last February, just two days after the sale of the team to David Rubenstein was announced. Had the team not been sold, there would have been no question that Burnes would stay with the team for only 2024. Rubenstein’s … [Read more...] about The pros and cons of Orioles’ re-signing Burnes

Question: Do you think James McCann’s time with the Orioles is done? Is René Pinto a serious replacement option? I’ll certainly miss McCann’s leadership qualities if he is gone. From: Dan Klein, New York, NY Answer: Dan, I think there is still a chance that James McCann re-signs with the Orioles, but if another team, particularly a contender, offers him a multi-year contract, I … [Read more...] about Will James McCann return to Orioles? | MAILBAG

In the first week of free agency, Orioles executive vice president/general manager Mike Elias joined his colleagues at the general managers’ meetings in San Antonio to meet with agents and talk about the parameters for possible trades with other GMs. In the past two years, the Orioles moved fairly quickly to sign their free agents. In 2022, they signed starting pitcher Kyle … [Read more...] about Orioles will adjust to new role in free-agent market

The Orioles have made the $21.05 million qualifying offer to retain slugger Anthony Santander, who has until November 19th to accept or reject it, which is expected. It’s presumed the Orioles will make some effort to sign Santander. If the 30-year-old outfielder rejects the qualifying offer, the Orioles will receive a draft choice when he signs with another team. Here’s why the … [Read more...] about The pros and cons of Orioles’ re-signing Santander

The Orioles lost three starting pitchers to season-ending elbow surgeries in June. One of their top relievers missed more than half a season after surgery to remove bone chips that month, too, and one of the best closers in recent years imploded in the second half, causing a makeover of the Orioles’ bullpen. The truncated seasons for Kyle Bradish, John Means and Tyler Wells … [Read more...] about Bautista’s return should elevate Orioles’ bullpen in 2025