Orioles Trade Luis Ayala for a LOOGY

As we discussed Monday night on the Bird Talk podcast, the Orioles were running an 8 man bullpen leaving the team with only 3 bench players.  One of these bench players is backup catcher Taylor Teagarden, leaving the team with only 2 players who could be substituted...

Examining the Orioles Depth Chart

Now that the opening day roster is set, we can discuss how the Orioles plan to use their 25 man roster, as well as the rest of the players in their system whether they’re on the 40 man roster or not. Last season, we saw Orioles GM Dan Duquette make a stunning...

Orioles Minor League Park Factors

If you’re a fan of major league baseball, you understand the major differences between some of the major league parks.  You know that Petco Park in San Diego is a massive pitcher’s park, while Coors Field in Denver is a great park for hitters.  Differences...

2013 Projections: Jason Hammel

Jason Hammel is currently the ace of the Baltimore Orioles pitching staff.  In all likelihood, he is going to be chosen to start the ballgame on opening day versus the Rays.  As of now, he is the best choice for the assignment.  Remember last year when Jake Arrieta...

The Potential Matt Wieters Extension

There has been a lot of excitement in Birdland this week with the extensions to Dan Duquette and Buck Showalter being announced.  Since they both have been locked up through the 2018 season, it’s time to turn our attention to the next Oriole who’s up for a...
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