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Povich reflects on earning home opener nod
Cade Povich looked sharp yesterday. No hits, no walks and no earned runs at Nationals Park for the final exhibition...
With more command and confidence, Povich gets final tune-up
WASHINGTON – As it turns out, the window of opportunity wasn’t just ajar for Cade Povich. It was open, and “Slim”...
As Baltimore has changed, much remains the same for Gibson
Jordan Lyles did exactly what the Orioles needed him to do in 2022. Lyles was an innings eater. He posted...
“The Bird’s Nest” fantasy drafts the 2025 Orioles
The top two picks were obvious. Gunnar Henderson was always going to be the first selection in “The Bird’s Nest’s”...
The looming Mateo decision
Jorge Mateo played a baseball game on Sunday, his first since July 23. “He adds so much to our team...
The case of Santander and Baltimore
It’s going to take a while to shake the odd feeling that arises upon seeing Anthony Santander trot onto the...
“The Bird’s Nest” breaks down early injuries
The baseball gods are hardly ever kind. Over the last few weeks, the Orioles have been hit with significant injuries....
Breaking down a “kick-changeup”
Over the last few seasons, you may have heard of a relatively new pitch: a “sweeper.” Popularized by pitchers like...
Is window of opportunity ajar for Povich?
The Orioles are in a different era. Consistently competing in the American League East, Baltimore can’t afford to give guaranteed,...
“The Bird’s Nest” breaks down the O’s top 30 prospects
A new season means a new MLB Pipeline prospect ranking. This week on “The Bird’s Nest,” Annie Klaff and I...