The defending American League champion Orioles will take the field for the 2024 season opener at Camden Yards on Thursday to what will certainly be a heroes’ welcome after what has been a rare winter of content in Birdland. Executive vice president/general manager Mike Elias certainly kept us in suspense for the first four months of the offseason, but he spent a portion of the … [Read more...] about Peter Schmuck: For Oriole fans, the waiting was the hardest part
Orioles cancel open workout because of Key Bridge collapse
The Orioles have canceled Tuesday night’s fan rally and workout because of the Key Bridge collapse, the team announced. “In light of today’s tragedy, tonight’s open workout and rally for fans is canceled. Our thought are with Baltimore.” The Orioles’ full statement: “We are devastated by the news of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, and send our thoughts and prayers to … [Read more...] about Orioles cancel open workout because of Key Bridge collapse
Orioles sign veteran utilityman Tony Kemp to major league contract; Maton designated for assignment
The Orioles signed veteran utilityman Tony Kemp to a major league contract on Tuesday. Kemp, who was released by Cincinnati on March 19th, has hit .238 in eight seasons with Houston, the Chicago Cubs and Oakland. A 32-year-old left-handed hitter, Kemp has played mostly left field and second base, though he’s also played some center field. In 2023, Kemp hit .209 with five home … [Read more...] about Orioles sign veteran utilityman Tony Kemp to major league contract; Maton designated for assignment
Orioles’ Means to start rehab assignment soon
BALTIMORE–Orioles starter John Means, who didn’t pitch in any Grapefruit League games, is set to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Norfolk. Means, who started four times last September after his April 2022 Tommy John surgery, was not put on last October’s Division Series roster because his left elbow was sore. When spring training began on February 14th, Orioles executive … [Read more...] about Orioles’ Means to start rehab assignment soon
Kemp eager to join winning atmosphere with Orioles
BALTIMORE—On his first day in Baltimore, Tony Kemp had more important things on his mind than talking about how his deal with the Orioles came about. The Orioles signed the veteran utilityman to a major league contract on Tuesday. “First off, my heart goes out to the families that were affected by the [Key] Bridge collapsing today,” he began. “That was a tough scene to see, and … [Read more...] about Kemp eager to join winning atmosphere with Orioles