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
Orioles will need new closer in 2026
The Orioles lost five key members of their bullpen within three weeks in July. Right-handers Bryan Baker, Seranthony Domínguez and Andrew Kittredge, and left-hander Gregory Soto were traded ahead of the trade deadline and their closer, Félix Bautista, didn’t pitch after July 20th and had rotator cuff and labrum surgery. It was Bautista’s second major surgery in less than two … [Read more...] about Orioles will need new closer in 2026