Baltimore Orioles

    Let’s play GM: 4 trades we would make to improve the Orioles
    The MLB trade deadline is less than a week away, and the Orioles’ needs are clear: pitching and more pitching.
    Orioles general manager Mike Elias will be in the trade market for the next six days. Here are ideas for him.
    Jon Meoli: How Chayce McDermott’s time in Norfolk prepared him for his Orioles debut
    McDermott will make his major league debut Wednesday at Miami, having rescued his season after a difficult opening.
    Pitcher Chayce McDermott joined the organization when the Orioles traded Trey Mancini at the 2022 deadline.
    Burch Smith could be the latest diamond in the rough for Orioles bullpen
    Since joining the Orioles on July 11, Smith has allowed one baserunner in 4 1/3 innings.
    Baltimore Orioles pitcher Burch Smith (40) throws during a baseball game against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas, Friday, July 19, 2024. (AP Photo/LM Otero)
    Costly collision and comebacker add sour note to Orioles’ 6-3 loss
    The steam seemed to seep out of the Orioles in the third inning, after infielder Jorge Mateo gripped his throbbing left elbow and right-hander Albert Suárez slowly walked to the dugout.
    MIAMI, FLORIDA - JULY 23: Jorge Mateo #3 and Gunnar Henderson #2 of the Baltimore Orioles collide during the third inning of the game against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot park on July 23, 2024 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)
    Orioles prospect Chayce McDermott set to make MLB debut
    The Orioles’ sixth-best prospect will start Wednesday night against the Miami Marlins.
    Chayce McDermott is expected to pitch the second game of the series between the Orioles and Miami Marlins.
    Orioles’ Jorge Mateo, Albert Suárez leave Marlins game with injuries
    The two blows in quick succession came during the third inning of the series opener in Miami, where the Orioles found themselves trailing early.
    MIAMI, FLORIDA - JULY 23: Jorge Mateo #3 of the Baltimore Orioles leaves the game with an injury during the third inning of the game against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot park on July 23, 2024 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)
    Inside the Dugout: Remember when the Orioles used to trade their veterans?
    Plus, looking at the Astros’ pitching trades, static minor league rosters and a Corbin Burnes tweak
    Adley Rutschman, Jordan Westburg and Anthony Santander at the T-Mobile Home Run Derby in Arlington, Texas.
    Subscriber live event: Talk about the Orioles trade deadline with Banner reporters
    Join The Baltimore Banner for a live subscribers-only event before the MLB trade deadline.
    What will Baltimore Orioles general manager Mike Elias do at the trade deadline?
    Jon Meoli: Breaking down the 6 types of prospects the Orioles could trade this month
    It’s hard to keep track of all the young talent the Orioles can offer if they identify pitchers they want to bring into the fold.
    Baltimore Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo (89) poses for a portrait during the Baltimore Orioles’ team picture day during spring training at Ed Smith Stadium on February 21, 2024.
    Is Jackson Holliday close to a big league return? | Banner Baseball Show
    MASN’s Steve Melewski joins Paul Mancano to provide updates on the O’s top prospects and 2024 draft class.
    Orioles fail to complete sweep but leave Texas after strong showing
    Dean Kremer pitched much more effectively Sunday than he did in Texas during the 2023 postseason.
    Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander hits his 27th home run, a two-run shot in the eighth inning, during a 3-2 loss at Texas on Sunday.
    Grayson Rodriguez gives the Orioles just what they’re looking for in first start after break
    The right-hander struck out eight and allowed two runs in six innings of a 8-4 victory at Texas.
    Grayson Rodriguez allowed two runs, three hits and two walks while striking out eight in six innings Saturday night.
    Orioles put aside bad playoff memories to rout Rangers 9-1
    Baltimore rediscovers its offense to start the second half.
    Adley Rutschman hits the first of four Orioles home runs Friday night at Texas, a two-run shot in the first inning.
    UVA roommates Griff O’Ferrall and Ethan Anderson join Orioles organization as members of the same draft class
    O’Ferrall and Anderson talked about the dream scenario in the buildup to the draft, of the possibility that the friends could wind up in the same organization. “There’s 30 teams,” though, Anderson said. “I never thought there was a shot.”
    FILE - Virginia infielder Ethan Anderson (23) celebrates his home run with Griff O'Ferrall (6) against TCU in the seventh inning in a baseball game at the NCAA College World Series in Omaha, Neb., Sunday, June 18, 2023. Virginia, Tennessee and Florida are playing in the College World Series for the second straight year, and each brought back the majority of their lineups.(AP Photo/John Peterson, File)
    The numbers say Adley Rutschman hits better as a DH, but he doesn’t put much stock in stats
    Over the first half of 2024, the difference is stark. And there is no answer as to why.
    Adley Rutschman is hitting .352 with a .996 on-base-plus-slugging percentage as a DH (31 games) and .232 with a .662 OPS as a catcher (60 games).
    Jon Meoli: If the Orioles want to improve in the 2nd half, their infield prospects can help
    If they aren’t going to pay over the market for upgrades on the trade front, adding talented young infielders to the major league mix feels like a logical step.
    Second baseman Jackson Holliday has been much better at Norfolk since returning from the injured list, with a .967 OPS, eight extra-base hits, 18 walks and 13 strikeouts in 67 plate appearances.
    MASN says TV ratings for Orioles games are up 35%
    "This young team is talented, exciting and they play the game with the same grit and enthusiasm fans can appreciate and can identify with,” MASN senior executive John McGuinness said in a statement.
    Across Baltimore’s designated market area, the Orioles are averaging 100,000 viewers per quarter hour each night on MASN.
    Orioles announce 2025 schedule with AL East-heavy finish
    Thirteen of the team’s final 16 games are against American League East opponents, a potentially crucial stretch to determine the winner of the division.
    After getting only one day off in June this season, the Orioles will have at least three days off every month next year.
    Orioles roundtable: What to expect when the season resumes Friday
    As we take stock of the first half — or first 96 games — our Orioles reporters answer pertinent questions.
    Pitcher Grayson Rodriguez will play an important role over the remainder of the season.
    What makes Gunnar Henderson great? Here’s what other All-Stars had to say.
    The Orioles shortstop has a chance to be MVP a season after being named rookie of the year.
    Gunnar Henderson went 0-for-2 Tuesday night in the All-Star Game.
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