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Oct 29, 2024 | birdswatcher.com | Michael Najarian

Here are three potential options for the Orioles to replace James McCann in 2025It's no secret the Orioles have work to do this offseason. They need to refortify their starting rotation, shore up the bullpen, and perhaps reshuffle their position player depth to try and give themselves the best chance to compete for a championship in 2025. One of the areas that could be due for a shakeup this winter is behind the plate.

Aug 25, 2024 | birdswatcher.com | Gunnar Henderson |Tim Smart

Gunnar Henderson is on the cusp of making history in an Orioles uniformBy Tim Smart | 6:00 AM EDTEarlier this season, fans were having discussions about who can claim the title of best shortstop in baseball. In terms of WAR, Bobby Witt Jr has pulled away from the pack a bit, at least in 2024. But there are still a handful of guys, including Francisco Lindor and Elly De La Cruz, who are at least in the conversation.

Aug 24, 2024 | birdswatcher.com | Andrew Bassan

Talk to any Baltimore Orioles fan right now and you will hear the same thing: this team is snakebitten. And you can't blame them. The vibes are not good in Birdland after two gut-punch walk-off losses to the Mets at Citi Field this week followed by a 6-0 clunker against the Astros on national TV. Losers in 3 of their past 5 games, the Orioles are in the midst of a tough stretch that sees them hosting the surging Astros before traveling to LA to face the mighty Dodgers for 3.

Aug 20, 2024 | birdswatcher.com | Andrew Bassan

By now, it's no secret that Brandon Hyde is struggling to find relievers he can trust. Craig Kimbrel started the season as the Orioles' closer but despite a solid first couple months, lost his grip on the job. After giving Yennier Cano a few save chances, the team named recently-acquired Seranthony Dominguez their closer. Last night's walk-off loss to the Mets was a cold reminder that even Dominguez, the team's hottest reliver over the last three weeks, is not immune to failure.

Aug 15, 2024 | birdswatcher.com | Michael Najarian

The Orioles are continuing to mash home runs thanks to the dominance of Anthony SantanderBy Michael Najarian | 6:00 AM EDTThis season has been filled with ups and downs for the Orioles. They're currently in a dogfight with the Yankees for the AL East lead, entering play Thursday just a half game back of first place. One thing that has been a constant this year is Anthony Santander hitting home runs.