by Tucker Blair | Mar 24, 2013 | Baltimore Orioles
The Orioles and Phillies swapped minor leaguers today. The Orioles shipped out OF Ronnie Welty for RHP Julio Rodriguez. While this is mostly an organizational depth move for both sides, I think it works well for all parties involved. I have seen both players before...
by Tucker Blair | Mar 19, 2013 | Baltimore Orioles, Major League Baseball
We often hear coaches and players talk about delivery time to the plate. Fans complain about how a runner was able to conjure up such a strong jump for a stolen base. In reality, baseball is just like any other job in the world. Players and coaches are constantly...
by Tucker Blair | Mar 14, 2013 | Baltimore Orioles
The Orioles added RHP Zach Clark to the 40-man roster this offseason. Similar to Michael Belfiore, whom I touched on here, Clark could potentially help the Orioles at some point this season. The 29 year old has done his time in the minors and was finally given a...
by Tucker Blair | Mar 10, 2013 | Baltimore Orioles
The Orioles seemingly have a full bullpen on paper. It becomes even more occupied when one considers that Brian Matusz, Tommy Hunter and a few other starters could end up there. The Orioles added Michael Belfiore to the 40-man roster this year after he showed some...
by Tucker Blair | Feb 18, 2013 | Baltimore Orioles, Major League Baseball
There are a few parts of the year that I always look forward to. Christmas, Thanksgiving, the Super Bowl, Opening Day of Hunting Season, and Opening Day of Baseball. However, the biggest enjoyment I get throughout the year is the beginning of Spring Training. We wait...