Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports The Tides lost a thrilling, high-scoring affair, the Baysox pitched a shutout and Aberdeen and Delmarva were each held to one run in losses Triple-A: Durham Bulls (Rays) 13, Norfolk Tides 12 After being behind by as much as six runs, the Tides tied the game in the eighth only to give up the winning run in the ninth. The Bulls got out … [Read more...] about Orioles minor league recap 7/3: Mayo blasts 18th HR, collects 5 RBIs in Tides loss
Is Heston Kjerstad here to stay?
Reggie Hildred-USA TODAY Sports Heston Kjerstad still has a big bat and a small glove. Will his offense keep him in Baltimore for the duration of 2024? The “J” may be silent, but the Norfolk shuttle makes plenty of sound. Baltimore’s youngsters have maintained their competitive spirit and team-first energy, but a surplus of talent has prevented all of the baby birds … [Read more...] about Is Heston Kjerstad here to stay?
Tuesday Bird Droppings: It’s a West Coast road trip
Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images The Orioles are in Pacific Time and the All-Star voting is heating up Happy Tuesday, Camden Chatters! I hope you had a nice off day yesterday, and I hope you are well rested because the Orioles are now on the West Coast. They kick off a six-game road trip tonight at 9:40 p.m. with Grayson Rodriguez on the mound. It’s a great pitching … [Read more...] about Tuesday Bird Droppings: It’s a West Coast road trip
Orioles minor league recap 7/2: Holliday homers, McDermott strikes out a career-high 12
Chayce McDermott is making a bid to join the Orioles’ rotation. | Photo by Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images Norfolk was the only winning O’s affiliate on a rare Monday of minor league games. Triple-A: Norfolk Tides 3, Durham Bulls (Rays) 2 In a rarity, all O’s affiliates were in action on a Monday, which normally is a day off throughout the minors. (All teams … [Read more...] about Orioles minor league recap 7/2: Holliday homers, McDermott strikes out a career-high 12
There’s no reason to worry about the Derby messing up Gunnar’s swing
Reggie Hildred-USA TODAY Sports The history of recent derby winners, along with a more hitter friendly format, suggests the Home Run Derby will be harmless for Henderson’s second half After expressing interest in a Home Run Derby bid earlier this month, Gunnar Henderson became the first confirmed participant in the 2024 Derby after his announcement on Sunday Night … [Read more...] about There’s no reason to worry about the Derby messing up Gunnar’s swing