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Advanced approach leading to early results for top-pick Irish
Each year, MASN All Access dives deep into the Orioles’ first selections in the MLB Draft. Preparation includes the compilation...
The oddities of the O’s offense to begin the season
25 games into the season, Leody Taveras leads the team in batting average and on-base percentage, Jeremiah Jackson is second...
The merits of the batting order and the case of Jeremiah Jackson
Lineup construction is constantly evolving. Take the leadoff spot, for example. 20 years ago, it may have been hard to...
Distinct movement on Garcia’s secondaries becoming separator
It goes against conventional wisdom that a pitch having less movement could be a good thing. An airbender changeup, a...
Like prospects before him, patience is necessary for Basallo
On April 26, 2024, Jackson Holliday was optioned back to Triple-A Norfolk after just 10 games in the big leagues. ...
A deep dive into a critical major league hitting adjustment
The best hitters in the world struggle against offspeed pitches and breaking balls at the highest level. In 2025, Aaron...
Dzierwa, Willems among early standouts on the farm
The Orioles’ top prospect list looks a bit different. Samuel Basallo and Dylan Beavers have graduated from prospect status, meaning...
How will Baltimore’s lineup parallel Albernaz’s experience?
When Craig Albernaz peered into the room at his introductory press conference, some familiar faces were scattered amidst the new....
Future projection behind Baz’s extension in Baltimore
Ninety-eight days. That’s all it took for the Orioles to sign starting pitcher Shane Baz to a five-year contract extension....
“The Bird’s Nest” hands out season superlatives
Opening Day is finally here. It’s a new era of Orioles baseball with skipper Craig Albernaz at the helm and...