by Zach Spedden | Mar 18, 2016 | Baltimore Orioles
Entering tonight’s contest against the New York Yankees, the Baltimore Orioles have either optioned or reassigned 11 players to minor league camp. While most of the players among those 11 were either non-roster invitees or younger prospects who figure to be at least a...
by Zach Spedden | Mar 11, 2016 | Baltimore Orioles
The steps the Baltimore Orioles must take to improve their farm system are now clear. By signing Pedro Alvarez to fill their remaining lineup spot, the Orioles assured retention of the 27th draft choice—which they would’ve lost had they come to terms with Dexter...
by Zach Spedden | Mar 4, 2016 | Baltimore Orioles
The Baltimore Orioles are likely to encounter flaws with their current outfield/DH situation, which remains a glaring issue through the spring’s initial exhibition games. The Orioles have time to improve those areas, but top prospects Christian Walker and Trey Mancini...
by Zach Spedden | Feb 26, 2016 | Baltimore Orioles
In the wake of Dexter Fowler rejecting a three-year offer, the Baltimore Orioles still have a major void in right field. With Fowler having returned to the Chicago Cubs, the Orioles—unless they want to begin the year with sub-par defender Mark Trumbo in right—must now...
by Zach Spedden | Feb 19, 2016 | Baltimore Orioles
The first indicator of the Baltimore Orioles’ prospects who could reach the majors in 2016 is spring training. Along with acting as test run for prospects on the 40-man roster and the non-roster invitees, the spring will provide an idea as to which players will...