Question: The Orioles’ defense could hurt the team in 2026. Colton Cowser in center is passable, Tyler O’Neill in right (when available) has a good arm but doesn’t cover ground, and Taylor Ward won’t cover the territory needed in a big left field. The backups are better than the starters. The outfield in summary is more bat than D. The infield is good on the left side with … [Read more...] about Are the Orioles strong enough defensively? | MAILBAG
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Albernaz will bring new ideas to the Orioles’ batting order
With one major offensive acquisition, outfielder Taylor Ward, and still more than two months until spring training, it’s too early to contemplate 2026 batting orders, but that won’t stop us. Ward, who was acquired by the Orioles last week from the Los Angeles Angels for starter Grayson Rodriguez, has batted first and fourth more often than anywhere else in the order. This past … [Read more...] about Albernaz will bring new ideas to the Orioles’ batting order
American League Non-Tenders: 11/21/25
Every American League team has officially announced their non-tender decisions. It was a quiet evening in terms of subtractions, with only the Rangers parting with any marquee players. All players who were non-tendered are free agents without going on waivers. A few teams dropped pre-arbitration players from the back of the 40-man roster. It’s possible they preferred not to … [Read more...] about American League Non-Tenders: 11/21/25
MLBTR Podcast: Some “Classic Baseball Trades,” Nimmo For Semien, And Ward For Rodriguez
The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Anthony Franco of MLB Trade Rumors to discuss… The Rangers trading … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: Some “Classic Baseball Trades,” Nimmo For Semien, And Ward For Rodriguez
Rays, Brandon Hyde Discussing Advisor Role
Former Orioles skipper Brandon Hyde is in talks with the Rays about taking a position within the organization, reports Robert Murray of Fansided. The two parties have been discussing a senior advisor role that would see Hyde work with both the major league club and various minor league affiliates, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times adds. Murray indicates that while an agreement … [Read more...] about Rays, Brandon Hyde Discussing Advisor Role