Ryan McKenna in a late-innings relief role: NOT the way to maximize the speedster’s talents. | Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images Back when the team had little depth, he was a great option, but now? Almost three months ago, I ended up writing a “Ryan McKenna doesn’t get no stinkin’ respect” piece. The super sub got kudos for “the spirit and energy he brings to the … [Read more...] about Ryan McKenna faces stiff competition for a roster spot
Know Your Orioles 40-man: Aramis Garcia
One of the newest Orioles arrivals, Aramis Garcia. He’s the guy in catching gear. | Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images The Orioles claimed two Reds catchers off waivers in the same day. It’s weird. Since the start of 2022, Camden Chat has written an article about each player on the Orioles 40-man roster, with updates as new ones arrive. How he arrived: Waiver … [Read more...] about Know Your Orioles 40-man: Aramis Garcia
Wednesday MLB postseason open thread
Go, Trey Mancini...I guess. | Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images An undesirable ALCS begins in Houston while a much more fun NLCS heads to Game 2 in San Diego. Welp. After the Yankees won yesterday’s decisive Game 5 of a rain-disrupted Division Series against the Guardians, the ALCS is set, and...it’s not ideal. Yankees vs. Astros may be the least desirable ALCS that … [Read more...] about Wednesday MLB postseason open thread
Tuesday Bird Droppings: Heston Kjerstad is tearing up the AFL
Photo by Jill Weisleder/MLB Photos via Getty Images The star-crossed Orioles prospect is putting up big numbers in Arizona, including an inside-the-park home run yesterday. Good morning, Camden Chatters. Last night brought an unscheduled break from postseason baseball, as the only game on the docket — the decisive Guardians/Yankees Game 5 in the Bronx — was postponed by … [Read more...] about Tuesday Bird Droppings: Heston Kjerstad is tearing up the AFL
Orioles prospect season in review: Terrin Vavra
Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images Injuries delayed his season before a strong showing in Norfolk earned him a big league call in late July. It’s difficult to stand out in a field of debutants that includes Adley Rutschman, Gunnar Henderson, and DL Hall, among others. But rookie Terrin Vavra was able to garner the attention of many admirers within the Orioles fan base thanks … [Read more...] about Orioles prospect season in review: Terrin Vavra