In the 1990’s, the NHL was gifted the duo of Brett Hull and Adam Oates. From 2007-2023, the NHL has enjoyed the duo of Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom of the Washington Capitals. For Backstrom, the 2018 Stanley Cup Champion has announced the next chapter in his life. Today he signed with Brynas of the Swedish Hockey League, the top division in Sweden. Backstrom’s Next … [Read more...] about Washington Capitals Legend Announces Next Chapter in His Life
Sugano delivers strong performance ahead of trade deadline in Orioles’ 5-1 win over Rockies
BALTIMORE–What happened? Tomoyuki Sugano threw one of his better games of the season on Sunday. The question is: Will it be his last as an Oriole. With Thursday’s 6 p.m. trade deadline approaching, Sugano allowed Warming Bernabel’s first major league home run in the second inning, and that was it. In six innings, he gave up the single run on four hits, striking out eight, … [Read more...] about Sugano delivers strong performance ahead of trade deadline in Orioles’ 5-1 win over Rockies
What comes after the trade deadline for the Orioles?
BALTIMORE—There are four days left until Thursday’s 6 p.m. trade deadline. This weekend, the Orioles have made one deal. On Friday, they sent left-handed reliever Gregory Soto to the New York Mets for minor league pitchers Wellington Aracena and Cameron Foster. On July 10th, they dealt another bullpen arm, Bryan Baker, to the Tampa Bay Rays for a Competitive Balance Round A … [Read more...] about What comes after the trade deadline for the Orioles?
Would Orioles consider qualifying offers for Eflin, Mullins and O’Hearn? | MAILBAG
Question: Would the Orioles be likely to tender any of the players eligible for free agency if they are not traded? Cedric Mullins, Zach Eflin and Ryan O’Hearn? From: William R. Bonnington Answer: William, I’m guessing that Eflin, Mullins and O’Hearn will all be traded this week. There’s still a third of the season left after the trade deadline passes on Thursday, so lots of … [Read more...] about Would Orioles consider qualifying offers for Eflin, Mullins and O’Hearn? | MAILBAG
Calling the Pen: The clock is ticking for Orioles’ Mike Elias
Brandon Hyde took the fall for the Orioles’ miserable start this season, but executive vice-president/general manager Mike Elias has taken the heat. His critics, and Oriole fans, will be watching every move he makes between now and Thursday’s 6 p.m. trade deadline. In a season described as the most disappointing in franchise history, faith in Elias has been as shaky as the … [Read more...] about Calling the Pen: The clock is ticking for Orioles’ Mike Elias