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Pondering what could be done with opening on 40-man roster, and other topics
The signing of reliever Ryan Helsley to a two-year contract with an opt-out clause increases the Orioles’ 40-man roster to...
Ryan Helsley deal is official
Closer Ryan Helsley has passed his physical and signed his contract with the Orioles. Helsley agreed to terms over the...
Mailbag leftovers for breakfast (Helsley deal official)
The best part of Thanksgiving might be the leftovers. The holiday stretches for days and days. Mailbags also can be...
Taking another look at Helsley and the Orioles’ bullpen
The Orioles aren’t tip-toeing into the upcoming Winter Meetings. Mike Elias got his power-hitting right-handed bat when he traded for...
Orioles reportedly in agreement with Helsley on two-year deal
The Orioles remained hopeful that they could get back Félix Bautista sometime after the break, but they had to find...
One man’s quest to get Sammy Stewart in their school’s Hall of Fame
Sammy Stewart’s life story is filled with chapters documenting his athletic successes, including a World Series championship with the Orioles...
Bullpen still big area of need for Orioles
The Orioles didn’t make any roster moves or hires yesterday. News didn’t break or leak. The next important date is...
Some reasons on this day to be thankful
The Orioles have two openings on their 40-man roster and incentive to improve the depth in their farm system. They...
Orioles hire Shildt for player development role, Vega changing titles
In the latest unexpected development in the offseason, former Padres manager Mike Shildt is joining the Orioles to work in...
Because You Asked – Endgame
We’re a day away from Thanksgiving gluttony and I’ve got a mailbag that’s already stuffed. You ask, I answer and...