Pardon the overly dramatic headline, but it really is hard to believe that the Orioles declined a $4 million club option to retain a reliever who was one of the most effective lefties in the sport last season. Danny Coulombe was a magician on the mound, frustrating hitters with a confusing pitch arsenal and the guts of a burglar. He had a tiny 2.12 ERA and a miniscule 0.684 … [Read more...] about Peter Schmuck: The mysterious disappearance of Danny Coulumbe
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Dow finishes at record high after Trump wins 2024 presidential election
The Dow Jones finished up over 1,500 points and the S&P and Nasdaq each hit fresh record highs on Wednesday after President-elect Trump won the 2024 race. Bank stocks were among the biggest risers and bitcoin also reached a new record high. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more on Wednesday's market performance. … [Read more...] about Dow finishes at record high after Trump wins 2024 presidential election
Wednesday Bird Droppings: Cody Asche to be Orioles hitting coach
Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images Elias gives some quotes, the O’s speak with David Ross, and the coaching room fills up. Good Morning, Birdland, Yesterday was obviously a big day in our nation. Of course, I’m referring to the Orioles deciding on their new hitting coaches, according to MASN’s Roch Kubatko. First, it’s a promotion for Cody Asche. A former big leaguer … [Read more...] about Wednesday Bird Droppings: Cody Asche to be Orioles hitting coach
Jordan Westburg proved his worth to the Orioles in 2024
Photo by Mary DeCicco/MLB Photos via Getty Images Jordan Westburg proved to be a more important piece than many thought. After a solid rookie campaign in 2023, Jordan Westburg looked like he could be a valuable contributor to the Orioles. But it wasn’t clear until this year that he might just be the glue that holds this team together. He took a step forward with his … [Read more...] about Jordan Westburg proved his worth to the Orioles in 2024
Orioles Exercise Club Option On Seranthony Domínguez, Decline Danny Coulombe
The Orioles announced that they have exercise a club option on right-hander Seranthony Domínguez while declining their option on left-hander Danny Coulombe. They also announced that they have exercised options on left-hander Cionel Pérez and first baseman Ryan O’Hearn, as was reported earlier today. Domínguez will get $8MM next year instead of a $500K buyout. Coulombe could … [Read more...] about Orioles Exercise Club Option On Seranthony Domínguez, Decline Danny Coulombe