Clubhouse offers clues on Orioles’ Opening Day roster; Norfolk’s roster set
TORONTO—The Orioles don’t have to set their roster until noon on Thursday. However, a survey of their clubhouse before their workout at Rogers Centre on Wednesday offered some clues to the 26-man roster. Infielder Jorge Mateo, who stayed behind in Sarasota when the team left Florida on Sunday night, didn’t have a locker. He was […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
Introducing Bird Tapes 2025
When I debuted the Bird Tapes nearly a year ago, I had a shoebox full of plastic microcassettes containing recordings of rare interviews with figures from the history of the Orioles. The figures ranged from the legendary (Brooks, Earl, Frank, etc.) to the not-so-famous (Barry Shetrone) and also included front office executives, a broadcaster (Ernie Harwell) […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
Orioles have something new at Camden Yards for all fans in 2025
BALTIMORE—The Orioles conducted a tour of the new features of Camden Yards for 2025 on Tuesday, and there was something for every kind of fan. For the avid baseball fan, there was the first look at the new left-field wall, which isn’t as deep as it was three years ago when its dimensions were lengthened […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
Why are there so many Oriole injuries? | MAILBAG
Question: Why do the Orioles have so many nagging injuries? Could it be because the players are out of shape when reporting to camp? This disappoints me and makes me wonder about the offseason workout regiment. From: John Bowser Answer: John, this is a question I get often. I think, if anything, players work out too […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
Orioles spring forward after camp full of highlights
As the Orioles prepare for the start of the regular season on Thursday in Toronto, let’s review the highs and lows from their time in Florida for spring training. Most surprising performance: When the Orioles signed Vimael Machin as a minor league free agent last November, it was an overlooked move. Machin had last played […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
Povich honored to be chosen to start Orioles’ home opener
WASHINGTON-What’s happening? The Orioles will open the regular season with four games in Toronto against the Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Zach Eflin will start the season opener against Toronto’s Jose Berrios on Thursday at 3:07 p.m. Charlie Morton will start against former Oriole Kevin Gausman on Friday. Manager Brandon Hyde hasn’t decided on the […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
Did the Orioles’ make a smart move in signing Kyle Gibson? | MAILBAG
Question: What do you think about the Kyle Gibson signing? From: John Hall Answer: Several readers, including Mitch, who wants to know why the Orioles would sign a pitcher who won’t be ready for at least a month, and Bill Connor, who wants to know if Gibson will start or be in the bullpen, have […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
Orioles still have a few roster decisions to make
NORTH PORT, Florida—The Orioles must have their roster set by Thursday at noon for their opener against the Blue Jays at Toronto’s Rogers Centre. Much could happen between now and then. Let’s look at questions involving the Orioles’ roster. Gunnar Henderson will start the season on the injured list, so who plays shortstop? It probably […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
Kremer strikes out 10 in Orioles’ 5-5 tie with Braves; Holliday’s strong spring; Elias backs Mayo
NORTH PORT, Florida-What’s happening? Shortstop Gunnar Henderson will begin the season on the 10-day injured list with a strained intercostal muscle, executive vice president/general manager said on Sunday. Henderson will stay in Florida, and because of backdating, will be able to begin the season on April 3rd. Jorge Mateo will remain in Florida for additional […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
Orioles’ Henderson to start season on injured list; Povich named 5th starter; Waiting on Mateo
SARASOTA–Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson will begin the season on the 10-day injured list, executive vice president/general manager Mike Elias said on Sunday. Henderson, who has a strained intercostal muscle, will remain in Florida when the team leaves Sunday night and take batting practice. He will be eligible to play on April 3rd since his injured […] [ READ MORE HERE ]
