Ken Rosenthal on Fair Territory: “What’s interesting about this for me is how Cleveland is a target for other teams when they’re hiring executives, when they’re hiring managers … Cleveland is seen as the model mid-market team. The team that seems to compete every year. And how they do it, that secret sauce, is what everyone wants.” Jon Heyman on X: “New Orioles manager Craig … [Read more...] about What they’re saying about new Orioles manager Craig Albernaz
Should Orioles pursue an ace or look for rotation depth?
I received an interesting email from a reader on Saturday. Mitch asked: “I noticed some people think that the Orioles have to go out and get an ace to be part of the 2026 playoff picture. They [think] that the Oriole must spend upward of $100 million to get an ace or give up 4 or 5 prospects to get an ace. Do you think that the Orioles necessarily have get an ace to contend for … [Read more...] about Should Orioles pursue an ace or look for rotation depth?
Basallo, Beavers made notable debuts for Orioles in 2025
The Orioles livened up a mid-August weekend in Houston by promoting outfielder Dylan Beavers and catcher/first baseman Samuel Basallo. That weekend began with Brandon Young throwing 7 2/3 perfect innings against the Astros and continued with the additions of Beavers and Basallo. While those transactions had been expected, the timing on successive days was a surprise. Beavers … [Read more...] about Basallo, Beavers made notable debuts for Orioles in 2025
Orioles face decision on Mountcastle’s future
One of the earliest decisions the Orioles must make after free agency begins, following the World Series, is to offer contracts to their 14 eligible players. The most prominent player in question is first baseman Ryan Mountcastle. Mountcastle, is the senior Oriole with 5 years, 105 days of major league service time. Reliever Keegan Akin, who actually debuted a week before … [Read more...] about Orioles face decision on Mountcastle’s future
What qualities should the next Oriole manager have? | MAILBAG
Question: You presented an interesting rundown of potential O’s managers. Could you flesh that out your views on the intangibles that appear to determine a successful MLB manager? Big league playing experience obviously is no guarantee of success. What is the balance between baseball knowledge and people/player skills? From: Stephen Cohen Answer: Steve, I would think any … [Read more...] about What qualities should the next Oriole manager have? | MAILBAG