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Dean Kremer headlines an O’s rotation that hopes to outperform the projections. | Mike Watters-USA TODAY Sports The Orioles’ ability — or inability — to cobble together a capable five-man rotation will make or break the team’s chances in 2023. The 2023 Orioles have a lot going for them. On the offensive side, the team seems to be in good shape for the present and … [Read more...] about Orioles positional preview: Rotation

Photo by Brace Hemmelgarn/Minnesota Twins/Getty Images A slow spring training shouldn’t distract from the fact that Henderson has all the tools to end the Orioles' 34-year drought. The Orioles haven’t had a Rookie of the Year winner since closer Gregg Olson took home the 1989 honors as a member of the “Why Not?” Orioles. Just as 2023 is the year we all expect (hope) … [Read more...] about Gunnar Henderson will win the 2023 AL Rookie of the Year

Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images Longtime lurker? Now’s your chance to say hello Hey, you. Yes, you. Are you a lurker who’s been watching Camden Chat from afar, waiting for the right chance to jump in and introduce yourself, only you haven’t found your chance? Have you been here for a little while but you’re not quite sure if anyone has noticed? Here is the one place each … [Read more...] about Camden Chat community introductions (2023 edition)

Get better soon, James McCann! | Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images Players are injured, players are optioned, and baseball is happening soon! Happy Monday, Camden Chatters! Are you ready to watch some baseball this week? Real, regular season baseball? Because it’s coming! This Thursday is Opening Day with the Orioles taking on the Red Sox in Boston. Yes, there is … [Read more...] about Monday Bird Droppings: There is baseball this week!

Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports The talent is undeniable, but how all the pieces fit together may take some time to figure out. Not so long ago the Orioles infield was a disaster in all facets of the game. By design, it was full of major league stopgaps that were clearly just buying time for their younger (and more talented) successors to make their way to Baltimore. … [Read more...] about Orioles positional preview: Infield