Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports He’s rarely been great, but could he be good enough? As the hot stove heats up after Thanksgiving, it’s good to recall what will be at the top of the Orioles’ wishlist: starting pitching. Last week, covering free agent starting pitchers, we set our sights high: Jacob deGrom, Carlos Rodón, Justin Verlander, Kodai Senga. Big names… … [Read more...] about Orioles free agent target: Andrew Heaney
Tuesday Bird Droppings: J.J. Hardy is on the Hall of Fame ballot
Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images The longtime Orioles shortstop is eligible for Cooperstown for the first and probably only time. Good morning, Camden Chatters. The MLB offseason has been a bit of a slow burn so far, and with Thanksgiving two days away, the pace doesn’t figure to pick up much this week. I suppose it’s fair for general managers to spend the holiday … [Read more...] about Tuesday Bird Droppings: J.J. Hardy is on the Hall of Fame ballot
Orioles free agent target: Nathan Eovaldi
Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports Could the Orioles stay in the division and swipe Nathan Eovaldi from the Red Sox? The Orioles signing a blue-chip arm like Justin Verlander or Jacob deGrom may seem slightly more realistic than previous years, but reports still indicate that Baltimore will set its target below the top tier of free agent pitchers. However, Mike Elias and … [Read more...] about Orioles free agent target: Nathan Eovaldi
Orioles free agent target: Carlos Correa
Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports Correa links to Mike Elias’ time in Houston, and his on-field ability make the shortstop an interesting free agent target if the O’s are looking to add star power to their lineup. When trying to answer the question “Who might the Orioles target in free agency?”, it’s easy to gravitate to former members of the Astros organization. … [Read more...] about Orioles free agent target: Carlos Correa
Monday Bird Droppings: Waiting on the wheeling and dealing
Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images Mike Elias is working hard behind the scenes. When will we see something happen? Happy Monday, Camden Chatters! Are you getting ready for Thanksgiving? I am in charge of pies this year, I’ll be whipping up pumpkin, chocolate, and pecan for a large group at my parents’ house. Just a few more days of work and then a long weekend with … [Read more...] about Monday Bird Droppings: Waiting on the wheeling and dealing