Sarasota County Government’s annual economic report, which took place from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024, found that the Orioles generated more than $76 million in economic impact and produced more than 1,080 jobs in the state of Florida, including an impact of more than $61 million and 1,030 jobs in Sarasota County. The analysis measures the

During the early parts of this offseason, the Nationals were in search of starting pitchers. It didn’t need to be filled right then and there, but the front office brass left December’s Winter Meetings in Dallas without any additions to the major league roster except for Rule 5 Draft pick Evan Reifert. Patrick Corbin and Trevor Williams became free

The 26 players announced as non-roster invitees to spring training weren’t on a locked list of names. The Orioles had the freedom to expand it, which they did after infielder Luis Vázquez cleared outright waivers and was assigned to Triple-A Norfolk. Reliever Dylan Coleman announced his signing to a minor league deal on Instagram, the Orioles confi

Baltimore’s plans for the 2024 season drastically changed in August of 2023.  After 56 games as the best reliever in baseball, Félix Bautista walked off the mound after missing with 102 up and away. The then 28-year-old had just one strike to go to finish out his appearance against the Rockies. Instead, The Mountain’s season was over. As was his 20

The Orioles have made the following roster moves: INF Emmanuel Rivera has cleared outright waivers and accepted an assignment to Triple-A Norfolk. He has been invited to major league Spring Training.Agreed to terms on a 2025 minor league contract with RHP Dylan Coleman. He has been invited to major league Spring Training.

When the Nationals decided to non-tender All-Star closer Kyle Finnegan and Tanner Rainey on Nov. 22, they were letting go the only two relief pitchers on their roster who had real major league experience in high-leverage end-of-game situations. After a spectacular start to the season with a 1.98 ERA and 23 saves on July 4, Finnegan struggled after

This wintery weather – snow, freezing rain, ice that’s closing schools and turning backyard decks into hazardous rinks – heats up the interest in pitchers and catchers reporting to spring training. The wait is almost over, with the official arrival date Wednesday and the first workout set for Thursday. Gentlemen, start your bullpen sessions and PFP

Kids say the darndest things, don’t they? A question-and-answer session with Orioles fans at the Guinness Open Gate Brewery left the door open for all sorts of wild sound bites. For the kids asking Jackson Holliday questions, queries ranged from why the phenom wanted to play baseball to his pets at home. His dog is named Coconut, for the record.  

The Nationals have filled almost every need on their roster this offseason. “Almost” being the key word. Nathaniel Lowe was acquired to play first base. Josh Bell was brought back to be the designated hitter and first base backup. Amed Rosario was signed to add depth as a utility player. Michael Soroka, Trevor Williams and Shinnosuke Ogasawara were

The restructuring of the Orioles’ hitting staff begins at the top with Cody Asche’s bump from offensive strategy coach. A familiar face and voice are put in a new role within a new design. No more co-hitting coaches in Baltimore. Asche is the lead guy, with Tommy Joseph and Sherman Johnson serving as assistants. Joseph had the same job with the Mar