Sure, the Orioles were ten games under .500. But there’s a lot to look forward to–except for more Chris Davis.
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SOTBSports: A Small Dose of Oriole Magic
Is it safe to enjoy Orioles baseball yet? That’s a question I’ve asked myself this season. While the 2019 season has had its share of head-scratching moments—the botched double play against Cleveland comes to mind— the team has played with an energy they didn’t have last season. Don’t get me wrong: I miss Cap10 and […]
Read moreSOTBSports: Let’s Make A Deal, MLB
We’re about three weeks away from the start of spring training games and many high-ticket MLB players are without a team. Now, I don’t know if there’s some sort of “collusion” in MLB, if players are overstating their worth, if it’s the “evil” Scott Boras rearing his “ugly” head again, or if people are just […]
Read moreThe Orioles Shouldn’t Trade Manny Machado…Right?
This is going to be short and sweet, in comparison to some folks’ analysis. GIF Credit: BaltimoreSportsReport.com I may be in the minority here. This is especially true since I spoke on the Orioles doing the opposite not too long ago. But, I’m in the mindset that the Orioles, especially if they’re in a win-now […]
Read moreSpeed on the Beat Talks The Orioles’ Opening Day Win
The Orioles open the 2017 season with a dramatic 3-2 win in extra innings versus their bitter rival, the Toronto Blue Jays. After having a bit of a pitcher’s duel through the first 9, Mark Trumbo decided to keep calm and go jumbo in the bottom of the 11th inning. I was on my way […]
Read moreThe Orioles Resigned Mark Trumbo: Some Thoughts on What That May Mean
Image Credit: AP Images In case you missed it, the Orioles and Mark Trumbo are reuniting, and for a slight bargain. I will keep this one short. I know that Inauguration Weekend has probably taken a lot out of everyone. But, let’s get into it. For the approximately 18-20 million the Blue Jays spent to […]
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