The Los Angeles Dodgers signing two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell came as little surprise. But what does it mean for free-agent ace Corbin Burnes? Almost every year, the Dodgers build a dominant starting rotation, only to rely on their bullpen to survive the postseason. Yet, they still managed to win the 2024 World Series. Los Angeles was linked to this year’s top free … [Read more...] about What the Dodgers Signing Blake Snell Means for Orioles Ace
Former Astros Catcher Hired as Orioles Bench Coach
Former Houston Astros catcher Robinson Chirinos will be the bench coach for the Baltimore Orioles, per The Athletic’s Chandler Rome. Chirinos will serve in the role under manager Brandon Hyde. Chirinos, 40, has an 11-year career as a catcher that began in 2011. He played for the Tampa Bay Rays, Texas Rangers, Houston Astros, Chicago Cubs and the New York Mets. Chirinos returns … [Read more...] about Former Astros Catcher Hired as Orioles Bench Coach
Former All-Star, Oft-Injured Pitcher Hitting Free Agency
2019 All-Star John Means is hitting the open market, looking for a home to rehab. He looks to pitch again at some point but may not in 2025. Former All-Star, Oft-Injured Pitcher Hitting Free Agency John Means, 31, made his MLB debut in 2018 and quickly became a star. Despite pitching for a terrible Orioles team, who finished 54-108 in 2019, Means collected 12 wins that season … [Read more...] about Former All-Star, Oft-Injured Pitcher Hitting Free Agency
Former Cy Young Winner Set To Test Market
4-time All-Star and 2021 Cy Young winner Corbin Burnes is set to hit free agency. Burnes, 30, is coming off a great season with the Orioles. Former Cy Young Winner Set To Test Market Acquired via trade in February, Burnes had an outstanding season for the Orioles. He started 32 games and amassed a 15-9 record. Additionally, he sported a 2.92 ERA and struck out 181 batters. … [Read more...] about Former Cy Young Winner Set To Test Market
Silver Slugger Coming Off Best Career Season Looking For New Deal
Anthony Santander, fresh off his first career All-Star appearance, is hitting the free agency market, looking for a big-time contract. Silver Slugger Coming Off Best Career Season Looking For New Deal After being claimed by the Orioles in the Rule 5 draft in 2016, Santander had a shaky first few seasons. But, following his best season yet, Santander, 30, will hit the free agent … [Read more...] about Silver Slugger Coming Off Best Career Season Looking For New Deal