Question: Have the Orioles forgotten about Ramón Urías? He is a better third baseman and hitter than Jordan Westburg is right now. Why not put him back on 3rd, put Westburg in left field, and platoon Colton Cowser and Ramón Laureano in right field, depending on the opposition’s pitcher (right or left-handed). May add a little pop to the offense. From: Brad Baker Easton, … [Read more...] about Have the Orioles forgotten about Ramón Urías? | MAILBAG
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Orioles’ questions for season’s 2nd half
After four quiet days, the Orioles resume play against the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday night at 7:35 p.m. at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa with Charlie Morton (5-7, 5.18) scheduled to face Taj Bradley (5-6, 4.60). The trade deadline is fast approaching, and as the second half of the season begins there are many questions surrounding the team. Is it still possible for the … [Read more...] about Orioles’ questions for season’s 2nd half
Orioles sign 1st round draft pick Ike Irish
The Orioles have signed their first-round draft pick, Ike Irish, a catcher from Auburn University. Irish was the 19th overall selection in Sunday’s draft. According to MLB.com’s Jim Callis, Irish signed for $4,418,400. Irish, a 21-year-old left-handed hitter, batted .364 with a 1.179 OPS, 19 home runs and 58 RBIs this season in 55 games for the Tigers. He played most of the … [Read more...] about Orioles sign 1st round draft pick Ike Irish
Can you guess this Orioles lefty in today’s in-5 trivia game?
Think you can figure out what Orioles player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out. Hello Orioles fans! We’re back for another day of the Camden Chat In-5 daily trivia game. The objective is to guess the correct active OR retired Orioles player in as few guesses as possible. Full game instructions are at the bottom. Feel free to share your results in the … [Read more...] about Can you guess this Orioles lefty in today’s in-5 trivia game?
Friday Bird Droppings: Wondering what to expect in the Orioles’ second half
James A. Pittman-Imagn Images Even if the playoffs are a pipe dream, there are still some things that could make this a successful second half for the Orioles. Good morning, Camden Chatters. I hope you all enjoyed your four-day break from watching Orioles baseball, ideally by doing something much less frustrating with your time. But tonight the O’s are back in action to … [Read more...] about Friday Bird Droppings: Wondering what to expect in the Orioles’ second half