Jorge Mateo was an integral part of a Baltimore Orioles team that won 29 more games than they did in 2021. The shortstop dazzled around the basepaths and defensively with his glove, all while emerging as more of a power threat at the plate. How will the enigmatic shortstop fare against Birds Watcher’s stringent grading […] Baltimore Orioles 2022 Report Card: Jorge Mateo - Birds … [Read more...] about Baltimore Orioles 2022 Report Card: Jorge Mateo
Baltimore Orioles: 5 Starting Pitching Targets
The Baltimore Orioles lack a true ace entering the 2022-2023 offseason. The Orioles have some top pitching prospects who are ready to make an impact, as well as a handful of breakout players who can fill out the rotation. But who should the club target in the offseason to lead the pitching staff in 2023? […] Baltimore Orioles: 5 Starting Pitching Targets - Birds Watcher - Birds … [Read more...] about Baltimore Orioles: 5 Starting Pitching Targets
Baltimore Orioles 2022 Report Card: Kyle Bradish
The next member of the Baltimore Orioles to receive their 2022 report card from yours truly (Adley Rutschman was the first) is right handed starting pitcher Kyle Bradish. The 26 year old, known most notably for being part of the package the club received in exchange for Dylan Bundy, was Baltimore’s #7 ranked prospect according to […] Baltimore Orioles 2022 Report Card: Kyle … [Read more...] about Baltimore Orioles 2022 Report Card: Kyle Bradish
Baltimore Orioles Relievers: The State of the 2023 Bullpen
Several positive developments contributed to the remarkable turnaround that the Baltimore Orioles and their fans experienced during the 2022 MLB season: the arrivals of top prospects Adley Rutschman and Gunnar Henderson, the emergence of starting pitchers Dean Kremer and Kyle Bradish, tremendous defense around the diamond (including a gold-glove for third-baseman Ramon Urias), … [Read more...] about Baltimore Orioles Relievers: The State of the 2023 Bullpen
Two Orioles to Compete in AFL Fall Stars Game, One in Derby
Orioles top pick Heston Kjerstad continues to rule the AFL. Orioles prospects Heston Kjerstad and Noah Denoyer will play for the AL in Sunday’s AFL Fall Stars Game. Kjerstad will also compete in the Arizona Fall League’s first ever Home Run Derby Saturday night. The two of them stand apart in an Orioles contingent otherwise […] Two Orioles to Compete in AFL Fall Stars Game, … [Read more...] about Two Orioles to Compete in AFL Fall Stars Game, One in Derby