Question: The top 100 MLB prospects came out this week. The Orioles have only two on the list (Coby Mayo and Samuel Basallo). Compared with the other teams, they no longer look impressive like they did in years past. Yes, we traded some away, but where are any new guys? Is the “Mike Elias is a draft genius” coming to an end? From: John Lantz Answer: John, you’re referring … [Read more...] about How strong is Orioles’ farm system? | MAILBAG
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Elias on Orioles readiness for season, pursuit of Burnes, Santander, Bautista, Mateo
Orioles executive vice president/general manager Mike Elias met with the media at the Warehouse Collaborative in Baltimore after he joined select members of the Orioles at a community event. Elias, and his team, which included Adley Rutschman, the Baltimore Sun’s Matt Weyrich, and this reporter, won the award for most goods gathered to benefit Baltimore charities. Elias spoke … [Read more...] about Elias on Orioles readiness for season, pursuit of Burnes, Santander, Bautista, Mateo
Orioles acquire infielder Luis Vázquez off waivers from Cubs; Rivera designated for assignment
The Orioles acquired infielder Luis Vázquez from the Chicago Cubs on Friday for cash considerations. Vázquez, a 17th round draft choice in 2017, was 1-for-12 (.083) with an RBI in 2024, his only major league action. He plays second base, shortstop and third base, and has two options remaining. To make room for Vázquez on the 40-man roster, the Orioles designated infielder … [Read more...] about Orioles acquire infielder Luis Vázquez off waivers from Cubs; Rivera designated for assignment
Hyde on Orioles’ depth, camp competition; Rutschman on bouncing back; Mountcastle on closer wall
Orioles manager Brandon Hyde spent Thursday night in Salisbury as the keynote speaker at the Delmarva Shorebirds’ banquet, and a night later, he and 10 of his players met fans at the PBR Bar in Baltimore for an evening of karaoke. As Hyde settles in for his seventh season, he’s managed the fourth most games in franchise history, trailing only Earl Weaver, Buck Showalter and … [Read more...] about Hyde on Orioles’ depth, camp competition; Rutschman on bouncing back; Mountcastle on closer wall
American man, 2 Israelis freed in 3rd swap with Hamas as ceasefire holds
Keith Siegel, a 65-year-old dual U.S.-Israeli national, is the first American to be released since the Israel-Hamas ceasefire took effect. … [Read more...] about American man, 2 Israelis freed in 3rd swap with Hamas as ceasefire holds