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Taking a much-too-early look at Orioles’ 26-man roster
The work required to build the 26-man roster for Opening Day is a long way from completion. The surface hasn’t...
Orioles’ offseason brings similarities and differences from last winter
The Orioles were focused a year ago on finding a new closer and they reached agreement with veteran Craig Kimbrel...
Seeking answers to four Orioles questions
I’m about 2 ½ weeks past my open-heart surgery and progress is slow but steady. I just typed that sentence...
Leftovers from Elias video conference
The big news yesterday wasn’t a free-agent signing or trade. It wasn’t impactful to the 40-man roster. Maybe later. Moving...
Taking the Orioles’ bullpen for another spin after Coulombe’s exit
My energy level isn’t allowing for a deep dive into anything beyond my couch, but Danny Coulombe’s removal from the...
O’s pick up 2025 contract options on three players, but decline option for Danny Coulombe (updated twice)
The Orioles have picked up 2025 contract options on first baseman/outfielder Ryan O’Hearn, lefty reliever Cionel Pérez and righty reliever...
In Baltimore, Mountain time returns in 2025
The last two Octobers, the Orioles have gone 0-5 in playoff games and three of those were decided by one...
Three ways for the Orioles to regain their upward mobility
The Orioles will try next season to make the playoffs in three consecutive years for only the second time in...
Some early ideas about spring training storylines
It’s never too early to start thinking about spring training storylines. That’s a lie. It’s much too early. But there’s...
How many relievers will remain in Orioles bullpen in 2025?
Reliever Burch Smith doesn’t rate as one of the bigger decisions awaiting the Orioles. However, he’s on their agenda. Smith...