BALTIMORE—During spring training, Corbin Burnes wasn’t especially sharp, with a 6.75 earned-run average in five starts. Starters often say they’re working on things, experimenting with new pitches, and in this case, Burnes was also getting to know his catcher, Adley Rutschman, a new team and a new league. Burnes made two Opening Day starts for his former team, the Milwaukee … [Read more...] about What a start! Burnes strikes out 11 to pace Orioles to 11-3 Opening Day win over Angels
Burnes gets Orioles off to sizzling start with 11 strikeouts in 11-3 Opening Day win over Angels
BALTIMORE—During spring training, Corbin Burnes wasn’t especially sharp, with a 6.75 earned-run average in five starts. On Thursday, when the Orioles opened their 2024 season, he couldn’t have been sharper. Burnes was spectacular, allowing a first-inning home run to Mike Trout, and retiring the other 18 batters he faced. In six innings, Burnes threw 82 pitches and struck out 11 … [Read more...] about Burnes gets Orioles off to sizzling start with 11 strikeouts in 11-3 Opening Day win over Angels
On a club with big expectations, some will experience their 1st Orioles Opening Day
BALTIMORE—Nearly all the 2023 Orioles are returning in 2024. Opening Day starter Corbin Burnes, closer Craig Kimbrel and utilityman Tony Kemp could be the only players new to the team this season. However, there are a few players who were with the team last year who are getting ready to experience their first Orioles Opening Day. “I feel like I’m in a good spot,” said Burnes, … [Read more...] about On a club with big expectations, some will experience their 1st Orioles Opening Day
A Fan’s Take: Baltimore Orioles spring training 2024
As the warmth of spring begins to thaw the icy grip of winter, baseball fans across the nation eagerly anticipate the return of America’s favorite pastime. For Baltimore Orioles fans, spring heralds the start of a new season filled with hope, excitement, and the promise of better days ahead. With the crack of the bat and the pop of the mitt, the Orioles’ spring training becomes … [Read more...] about A Fan’s Take: Baltimore Orioles spring training 2024
Orioles’ sale to David Rubenstein approved unanimously
Major League Baseball owners unanimously approved the sale of the Orioles to a group led by David Rubenstein. MLB said the closing of the sale will occur later Wednesday. The vote was conducted by a conference call. Commissioner Rob Manfred said: “On behalf of Major League Baseball, I thank the Angelos family for their many years of service to the game and the communities of … [Read more...] about Orioles’ sale to David Rubenstein approved unanimously