Paul Folkemer
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April 22, 2019 at 7:00 am
Five reasons the Delmarva Shorebirds are the minor leagues’ most fascinating team
As Rich Dubroff wrote Friday, the Orioles’ high minors have been a disappointment so far. The Triple-A Norfolk Tides have struggled to a 7-11 record and the Double-A Bowie Baysox have been even worse at 3-13. Discouragingly, many of the Orioles’ most recognizable prospects — including Austin Hays, Yusniel Diaz and Dillon...
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April 15, 2019 at 7:00 am
The Ex-Oriole report: How are last year’s Orioles faring in their new homes in 2019?
Over the weekend, after each Orioles/Red Sox game wrapped up, I found myself tuning into some West Coast baseball — specifically, the San Diego Padres visiting the Arizona Diamondbacks. The series brought back memories of the Orioles’ recent glory years. Two star players from those successful Baltimore clubs, Manny Machado and Adam...
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April 8, 2019 at 7:00 am
Brandon Hyde has shown a different managing style than Buck Showalter
Brandon Hyde’s Orioles managerial career is all of nine games old. It’s way too early to draw sweeping conclusions about his managerial style. With that said…let’s do exactly that. Hyde has had his share of triumphs and missteps, like any manager. In the early going, though, Hyde’s style has been a contrast...
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April 1, 2019 at 7:00 am
Orioles’ revamped roster is a sign of many more changes to come
The Orioles kicked off the 2019 season in New York over the weekend, and fans who haven’t kept a close eye on the club might have needed a scorecard. The club’s Opening Day roster included just nine holdovers from last year’s season-opening squad. That’s the kind of turnover not seen in Baltimore...
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March 28, 2019 at 12:00 pm
2019 AL East Positional Rankings: Rotations, bullpens and managers
Just in time for Opening Day, we’ve arrived at the third and final part of my AL East position rankings series. If you’re just joining us, welcome! I was starting to wonder where you were. To recap, I’m comparing the Orioles to their division opponents at every position. Part One covered the...
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March 27, 2019 at 12:00 pm
2019 AL East Positional Rankings: Outfield, DH and bench
Welcome to Part Two of my AL East position comparison series, where I’m ranking the five division teams at every position. Yesterday, I focused on the infields, and the Orioles came in last at four of the five positions. Today, I’m moving on to the outfields, designated hitters and benches. Will the...
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March 26, 2019 at 12:00 pm
2019 AL East Positional Rankings: Infielders
The 2019 regular season begins this week, which means the return — despite popular demand — of my AL East position comparison series. The premise is simple. I’m ranking the five teams in the division at every position to predict how the AL East standings will shake out this season. This is...
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March 11, 2019 at 7:00 am
As Orioles face a decision with Chris Davis, what are the largest contracts ever eaten by a team?
At Orioles’ spring training so far, youth has been the star of the show. Prospects such as Yusniel Diaz, Austin Hays and Ryan Mountcastle have flashed their potential, while Rule 5 picks Richie Martin and Drew Jackson are generating buzz. Amid the youth movement, though, one veteran — Chris Davis — has...
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February 11, 2019 at 7:00 am
A look at Frank Robinson’s most memorable games as an Oriole
The passing of Hall of Famer and Orioles legend Frank Robinson last Thursday has brought an outpouring of fond memories from his teammates and colleagues throughout baseball. Robinson is remembered for his intensity, his leadership and, of course, his ability to be a difference-maker on the field. It’s no coincidence that the...
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February 6, 2019 at 7:00 am
As spring training nears, many Oriole roster spots are up for grabs
It has been an offseason of upheaval for the Orioles after a season of horrendous play. There is change in the front office, with executive vice president and general manager Mike Elias, and the on-field coaching staff, with manager Brandon Hyde. Finally, though, baseball is back on the horizon. Orioles pitchers and...
