Question: If the Orioles land another starting pitcher, do you think he would slot ahead or behind Shane Baz? I think they still need a true No. 1 or No. 2 like Framber Valdez or Ranger Suárez. From: Calvin Barnhart on Facebook Answer: Calvin, if the Orioles landed either Framber Valdez or Ranger Suárez, I would guess they’d be ahead of Baz and since they’re probably both … [Read more...] about If Orioles signed Valdez or Suárez, what would rotation look like? | MAILBAG
An early look ahead to Orioles’ spring training
Spring training is about seven weeks away, and the Orioles are likely to make several more additions and alterations to their roster. However, it’s never too early to speculate about what we’re likely to see in Sarasota and ask some pertinent questions. How many starting pitchers will we see? President of baseball operations Mike Elias likes to see potential starters in spring … [Read more...] about An early look ahead to Orioles’ spring training
Why did Orioles give up so much for Shane Baz? | MAILBAG
Question: What is it about Shane Baz that Mike Elias thought he was worth so much? Thanks for all you do. From: Jack Severino Answer: Jack, thanks for reading. There aren’t many quality starting pitchers available in the trade market, and fewer have three years of club control. The Orioles are guaranteed to have a guy they think could be a really good starter for three years. … [Read more...] about Why did Orioles give up so much for Shane Baz? | MAILBAG
Elias says the Oriole aren’t done shopping
It’s been an exciting and fulfilling two months for Mike Elias. Since October 27th, he Orioles’ president of baseball operations has hired a new manager, Craig Albernaz, acquired two power-hitting right-handed bats — first baseman Pete Alonso and outfielder Tayl0r Ward — signed a new closer, Ryan Helsley, and traded for a setup reliever, Andrew Kittredge, and a starter, Shane … [Read more...] about Elias says the Oriole aren’t done shopping
Elias on Shane Baz trade, Coby Mayo’s future with Orioles
On Friday, the Orioles acquired 26-year-old right-handed pitcher Shane Baz from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for four prospects — catcher Caden Bodine, right-handed pitcher Michael Forret, outfielders Slater de Brun and Austin Overn in addition to the Orioles’ Competitive Balance Round A pick, the 33rd overall, in the 2026 draft. Orioles president of baseball operations Mike … [Read more...] about Elias on Shane Baz trade, Coby Mayo’s future with Orioles