Will Orioles pursue Japanese players in free agency? | MAILBAG
Question: In view of David Rubenstein’s recent comments about no financial constraints, or words to that effect, do you think the Orioles will pursue one or both of the Japanese players — pitcher Tatsuya Imai and third baseman Munetaka Murakami, who are being posted by their teams? From: Rick Rogers Answer: Rick, I think the […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
A healthy Kjerstad could give the Orioles a boost in 2026
When prospective Orioles outfielders for 2026 are discussed, Heston Kjerstad’s name is often missing. Kjerstad, who was the overall No. 2 pick in the 2020 draft, mysteriously left Triple-A Norfolk in late July. Reports were that he was suffering from fatigue. The Orioles haven’t elaborated on Kjerstad’s condition since a brief answer president of baseball […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
Orioles hire Jason Bourgeois as 1st base coach; Enoli Parades signed to minor league contract
The Orioles have hired Jason Bourgeois as their first base coach. He’s the second coach brought on by new manager Craig Albernaz, following Dustin Lind, who was hired as the lead hitting coach last week. Bourgeois was the first base/outfield coach for the Chicago White Sox for the last two seasons. The 43-year-old Bourgeois played […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
Why was Orioles’ defense so poor in 2025? | MAILBAG
Question: Why was the Orioles’ defense ranked so low last year? What will they need to do this year to improve? From: Leo Resop Answer: Leo, I think the answer is a familiar one. Better health would help greatly. For example, Adley Rutschman had a 1.3 Defensive WAR (Wins Above Replacement), but he played barely […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
Questions about Orioles’ hitting, pitching coaches
Whenever things go south for the Orioles, fans call for firing of pitching and hitting coaches. It’s hard to say if they’re at fault, but when the team’s batting average fell 15 points from .250 to .235 and its OPS dropped from .751 to .699, someone was going to be held accountable. Cody Asche, who […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
Will O’s pursue Japanese players in free agency? | MAILBAG
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Ten years later, Davis’ contract remains largest in Orioles’ history
It’s been nearly 10 years since the Orioles handed out their largest contract, a seven-year, $161 million deal to Chris Davis, who had just led the major leagues in home runs for the second time in three years. The extension was popular with fans, who’d been smarting over the departures of Nelson Cruz, Nick Markakis […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
Reviewing an eventful week for the Orioles
The main event this week for the Orioles was Craig Albernaz’s introductory press conference as manager, complete with his 2-year-old daughter Gigi serving as his comedic sidekick. But there was plenty of other news as the Orioles began constructing their team for 2026. Free agents leaving The departures of starters Zach Eflin, Tomoyuki Sugano and […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
Former Orioles interim manager Tony Mansolino goes to Braves as 3rd base coach
Tony Mansolino, who managed the Orioles for the final 119 games of the 2025 season, will be the Atlanta Braves’ third base coach in 2026, according to a team announcement. Mansolino had been the Orioles’ third base coach from 2021 until May 17th when he replaced Brandon Hyde, who was fired. Mansolino was 60-59 as […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
