The pitch was a meatball, a slider hanging right over the plate. Dave Nicholson swung hard, as always, and his bat met the ball squarely, launching it toward left field on a soaring arc. Oh, did he launch this one. The ball not only cleared the fence for a home run, it also cleared the double-deck stands beyond left field. Nicholson literally hit the ball out of Chicago’s … [Read more...] about His Home Run Traveled 573 Feet
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Orioles sign 22 players as International Signing Period begins
The Orioles signed 22 players on Wednesday as the International Signing Period began. They were allotted $6,908,800 to sign international players and can use that money until December 15th. The Orioles did not use their entire allotment. “I’m extremely excited about this class. We spread out our dollars,” Koby Perez, the Orioles’ vice president for international scouting, said … [Read more...] about Orioles sign 22 players as International Signing Period begins
Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin New Glenn rocket soars into space on maiden flight
Despite losing the booster during a landing attempt, the upper stage reached orbit as planned. … [Read more...] about Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin New Glenn rocket soars into space on maiden flight
Wednesday Bird Droppings: International signings incoming?
Photo by George Kubas/Diamond Images via Getty Images The Orioles will be adding talent to the organization today, the Caravan is coming, and don’t get desperate. Good morning Birdland, We know that the Orioles will not be signing Roki Sasaki. While he is the highest-regarded international free agent available right now, he is far from the only talent that teams are … [Read more...] about Wednesday Bird Droppings: International signings incoming?
Trevor Rogers looks to replicate Jack Flaherty’s return to glory
Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images The Orioles struck out on a pair of trade acquisitions over the last two seasons. Jack Flaherty bounced back in a big way last season. Can Trevor Rogers do the same? The Orioles made a front-page trade by acquiring Corbin Burnes last offseason. Mike Elias failed to replicate the move at the following trade deadline, but Baltimore acquired … [Read more...] about Trevor Rogers looks to replicate Jack Flaherty’s return to glory