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We do Have Options
4 days ago by
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I’m not going to get into great detail about some of the options the team has, but I’ll name a few. So far this young off-season we’ve heard some trade and free-agency rumors. Some make sense, some are laughable.
Dan Uggla- For about a week we’ve been hearing...
Orioles Claim Armando Gabino
11 days ago by
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The Orioles made minor news today, claiming Twins pitcher Armando Gabino off waivers. Gabino, is a big guy at 6-4 and only 26 years old. The now Orioles pitcher went 6-4 with three saves and a 2.94 ERA (98.0IP, 32ER) in 38 games (seven starts) with Triple-A Rochester in 2009.
He...
The O’s Lose Three
17 days ago by
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The Orioles lost three players today, Rich Hill, Jeff Fiorentino, and Guillermo Rodriguez. All three decided to refuse an outright assignment to triple-A Norfolk, instead will file for free-agency. The Orioles decided not to put them on the 40 man roster, but elected to send them...
Would Atkins Fit?
19 days ago by
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The past few days, we’ve been hearing rumors that the Orioles are interested in signing 3rd baseman Garrett Atkins. My first thought when I heard about signing him was ‘no way’, and I feel even stronger about it now. Yes, we do need somebody to replace Mora at the...
Orioles Interested in Chapman
26 days ago by
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The Orioles made it public that they will be targeting defected Cuban pitcher, Aroldis Chapman. I mentioned Chapman a couple posts ago, and I still stand by what I wrote. I believe that Chapman would be a great addition to our club; although I’m not a scout, what I’ve seen...
O’s Let Jauss Go
October 14, 2009 by
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The Orioles announced yesterday what managers will be returning for next season. Well, everybody is but bench coach Dave Jauss. First off, I have to admit that I’m a little surprised that Jauss was the only coach to be let go. Juan Samuel did a poor job as third-base coach last...
Top of Our Rotation
October 10, 2009 by
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The organization has a lot to address this off-season concerning the starting rotation. This past season, the Orioles went threw many starters, some affective, some not so much. The fact is, the Orioles still don’t have a clear-cut ace on the team. To be a contender next season,...
I’m Back!
October 07, 2009 by
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Well guys, I’m finally back! I’ve been gone for a while, an finally settled from the move an starting a new job. Over the next few days I’m start cleaning up some lose ends on the blog. So hopefully by next Monday at the latest, we’ll be back at full force....
SCRATCH THAT!
August 17, 2009 by
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According to MLB Trade Rumors and Dan Conolly, Givens has in fact signed. That’s my mistake for rushing to judgement an hour after I hear something. And, according to Jon Heyman, the Nationals have increased their offer to Strasburg from 12.5 million to an undisclosed amount.
O’s Will Not Sign Givens
August 17, 2009 by
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Unless something drastically changes within the next 45 minutes, the Orioles will not sign 2nd-round draft pick Mychal Givens. Givens, a RHP/SS will head to Oklahoma State on a full scholarship, and the Orioles will gain a compensation 2nd round pick next year. The team has signed...
Blog Update
August 10, 2009 by
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I know that I’ve been away from the blog for a while, but it’s not by choice. The first of three steps will be done Thursday. I’m moving from Virginia to my grandfathers house in PA for a few months to save money. Than, I will finally be moving back to Baltimore....
Steve McNair Found Dead
July 04, 2009 by
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Former Titans quarterback Steve McNair has been killed. Police said McNair suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the head in downtown Nashville.
The incident happened near 2nd South & Lea Avenue. A female victim was also found dead.
According to Don Aaron with...
Yeah Right Palmeiro
July 03, 2009 by
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ESPN - Rafael Palmeiro was inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame on Friday.
Palmeiro used the platform to again deny having knowingly used steroids.
“I made a mistake,” Palmeiro told ESPN’s Pedro Gomez. “I didn’t really understand what I was...
BirdsWatcher Podcast: Today At 10:00pm EST
June 30, 2009 by
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Lawrence and Isaac will be doing a live show today at 10:00pm EST. Once again they will be covering recent Oriole topics, some good, a lot bad. We’ve had a successfully time against the NL, only losing one series, which was a sweep against the Marlins.
We urge you to please join...
Koji Moved to DL, And Tillman Update
June 28, 2009 by
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I’m sorry that I haven’t been posting much recently, I’ve been in the process of moving. It’s a very long and tiring process, so I’m sure you all understand. I’ll hopefully be back to normal by the end of July.
To no surprise, Koji was placed on the disabled...
O's Trade for 1B Michael Aubrey
June 25, 2009 by
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The Orioles made a deal with Cleveland for 1B prospect Michael Aubrey, read more on birdswatcher.com
O’s Make Minor Trade
June 24, 2009 by
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CLEVELAND (AP)—The Cleveland Indians have traded minor league first baseman Michael Aubrey(notes) to the Baltimore Orioles for a player to be named.
Aubrey was a first-round pick (No. 11 overall) in 2003 but was slowed by injuries during his time with Cleveland. He was batting .292...
Mychal Givens Surprised
June 22, 2009 by
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Second round pick Mychal Givens was surprised that he fell out of the first round and was drafted by the Orioles. Steve Melewski tells us that, and his status for signing a contract with the team on his MASNsports blog.
Givens, a 6′1″, 185 pound shortstop and right...
Sweepin’ Up The Mess
June 21, 2009 by
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Friday Night: Rich Hill delivers a very good start, and timely hitting guarantees the Orioles a solid victory against a great Phillies team. Might be a bit of a fluke.
Saturday Night: Brad Bergesen is incredible for 6 innings, then runs into trouble in the 7th. He’s replaced...
Philadelphia Meet Baltimore
June 21, 2009 by
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Better watch out Philly, we’ve been reading the stuff you’re writing about the O’s. The Orioles took the first two in your home stadium, I believe we just properly introduced Baltimore and our superiority to Philadelphia.
Orioles: The Midseason Minor League Examination (Bleacher Report)
June 20, 2009 by
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For a rebuilding team like the Baltimore Orioles, minor league success is crucial to the team’s future in the major league standings. The O’s have gotten great contributions from various pitching prospects like Brian Matusz, Jake Arrieta, Troy Patton, Chris Tillman, and...
So What To Do With Koji
June 18, 2009 by
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Koji pitched a solid 5 innings today giving up 2 runs and 7 hits. I agree with Trembley’s decision on taking Koji out after the 5th, as he was starting to look winded. My concern is this his second start back from his injury, and he only lasted 5 innings on a cool night in [...]
Wieters and His Arm
June 16, 2009 by
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At the beginning of the season everybody was stealing on us nonstop. Thankfully, when Wieters was called up that statistic started to change. With all the hype around him and scouts raving about how accurate and strong Wieters arm is, you can understand why base runners are hesitant...
Birds Watcher Podcast: Today With Dean Jones Jr.
June 15, 2009 by
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Dean Jones Jr. from the Baltimore Sun will join us on the live podcast today at 7:00pm EST. We have a lot of things to talk about this week ranging from the horrible offensive performance the past few weeks to how we are finally starting to break out of it. It’s been tough watching the [...]
Are We Going to Trade the Vets?
June 14, 2009 by
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Several teams have already inquired about left-handed hitters Aubrey Huff and Luke Scott, an industry executive said Saturday.
Huff will probably be moved before the July 31 non-waiver deadline, because he’s in the final year of a contract that pays him $8 million this year....
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