Question: Now that the team has its manager and coaches in place, what is the process for the new staff to begin meeting and working with the players? I suspect the manager makes calls to players, but do the coaches suggest what they would like to see a player work on before coming into camp? From: Kevin Gish Answer: Kevin, Ryan Helsley wasn’t specific about it, but he … [Read more...] about Do Oriole coaches check in with players during the offseason? | MAILBAG
Taking a look at the Orioles’ coaches for 2026
The Orioles have yet to fill out their coaching staff under new manager Craig Albernaz and formally introduce them. For now, there are 11 confirmed coaches on their 2026 staff. Let’s take a look at them. President of baseball operations Mike Elias spoke about the search for coaches on November 29th. “I’m really impressed with the coaches that we’ve landed and the type of guys … [Read more...] about Taking a look at the Orioles’ coaches for 2026
Does Helsley’s signing mean Tyler Wells is in Orioles’ starting rotation in ’26? | MAILBAG
Question: Does the recent signing of Ryan Helsley mean Tyler Wells will be a starter, or is it possible he becomes the “long man in the ‘pen”? From: Richard Thorpe Answer: Rich, for now, the Orioles need Tyler Wells in the rotation. I’m sure the team will add perhaps two new starters either by trade or free agency, but for the moment the Orioles have only Kyle Bradish, Trevor … [Read more...] about Does Helsley’s signing mean Tyler Wells is in Orioles’ starting rotation in ’26? | MAILBAG
Getting to know new Orioles closer Ryan Helsley
On Wednesday, new Orioles reliever Ryan Helsley spoke with the media about why he chose the Orioles, his struggles with the New York Mets after a July trade from St. Louis, and playing with former teammates. The 31-year-old right-hander’s contract is reported as two years for $28 million, with an opt-out after the 2026 season. Here are highlights from Helsley’s media … [Read more...] about Getting to know new Orioles closer Ryan Helsley
The One Oriole Who Just Told Me No
While accumulating as many interviews as possible with current and former players and managers, front office executives, scouts and others for my book on Orioles history a quarter-century ago, I found that each source belonged in one of four categories. There were the sources I successfully tracked down, interviewed in person and recorded — the voices you’re now hearing as part … [Read more...] about The One Oriole Who Just Told Me No