David Banks-USA TODAY Sports The Orioles look to bounce back after Friday’s walk-off loss in Minneapolis Friday night’s loss in the series opener proved two things: closer Jorge Lopez is in fact human, and Byron Buxton might not be. It also put a little more pressure on the Orioles heading into Saturday afternoon’s matchup. The Os will need a win Saturday if they want … [Read more...] about Saturday afternoon Orioles game thread: at Twins, 2:10 ET
Twins walk-off Orioles once again in 4-3 win
Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports Jorge Lopez’s second straight blown save overshadows Jordan Lyles’ best start of the season. The recently anointed Birdland Gas Co. came into the series against the Twins as arguably the best bullpen in baseball. They left Saturday’s game against the Twins the victims of two straight walk-offs After giving up a game-winning home run to … [Read more...] about Twins walk-off Orioles once again in 4-3 win
Friday Bird Droppings: A circuitous Orioles road trip reaches its final leg
Much like Anthony Santander, the Orioles’ road trip is rounding third base. | Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images The O’s have a winning record on their cross-country trek so far, but the first-place Twins await. Good morning, Camden Chatters. Does it feel like forever since the Orioles have actually played a game in Baltimore? It’s no wonder — they’re about to enter the … [Read more...] about Friday Bird Droppings: A circuitous Orioles road trip reaches its final leg
Orioles minor league recap 7/1: Bowie’s lineup explodes for 15 runs
Mike Baumann got the start for the Tides and went four innings. Is he being stretched out? | Photo by Chris Bernacchi/Diamond Images via Getty Images The four teams split yesterday, winning two and losing two. There were some fine performances at all levels Triple-A: Gwinnett Stripers (Braves) 10, Norfolk Tides 5 Big Mike Baumann (CC’s #13 prospect) started for the … [Read more...] about Orioles minor league recap 7/1: Bowie’s lineup explodes for 15 runs
Orioles-Twins series preview: Fresh off a winning month, the O’s visit the first-place Twins
Set Number: X164045 TK1 The Twins still sit atop the AL Central but Cleveland is hot on their heels, and the sudden departure of their pitching coach has shaken up the locker room. To me, the Twins perpetually seem like a stacked team that ends up disappointing in way or another. Last season, they looked ready to take on the world—then they slunk to a 73-89 record and a … [Read more...] about Orioles-Twins series preview: Fresh off a winning month, the O’s visit the first-place Twins