Orioles

While some teams think they can afford to sign Corbin Burnes, Max Fried or Blake Snell to large free-agent contracts, there’s another star free-agent starting pitcher who every major league team, including the Orioles, has a chance to sign. Roki Sasaki, the 23-year-old right-hander who pitched for Japan’s Chiba Lotte Marines, will be posted by his club in the coming weeks, … [Read more...] about Do Orioles have a chance to sign Japanese star pitcher Roki Sasaki?

Question: Do you think an older veteran starter might be a realistic option to fill out the Orioles’ rotation? It feels like adding a Clayton Kershaw, Max Scherzer or Justin Verlander type would be a great way to bring some added leadership to the team without breaking the bank. From: Don Rau Answer: Don, that’s an interesting thought. In theory it’s a great idea, but Kershaw, … [Read more...] about Should Orioles consider Kershaw, Scherzer or Verlander? | MAILBAG

Brad Penner-Imagn Images The O’s outfielder is one of three contenders for the award, which was won by his teammate Gunnar Henderson a season ago. Good morning, Camden Chatters. Until last season, the Orioles had gone 34 straight years without winning a Rookie of the Year award. Now they’ve got a real shot at winning their second in a row. O’s outfielder Colton Cowser … [Read more...] about Tuesday Bird Droppings: Colton Cowser is a Rookie of the Year finalist

Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images The Orioles acquired Burnes to serve as a staff ace in 2024, and the free agent delivered for the Birds. The buzz was palpable. Orioles fans, still rejoicing over an announced sale to Carlyle Group co-founder David Rubenstein, were sent into a frenzy when the team traded for Corbin Burnes on February 1. Baltimore, already stocked with some of … [Read more...] about Corbin Burnes lived up to the lofty expectations in 2024