Every year, MLB teams are full of wonders and surprises. No matter how much teams prepare for the season, there are always going to be a few to keep a watchful eye on. Last season, the Baltimore Orioles caught everyone by surprise as they finished three games back of the final AL Wild Card spot. Could the Orioles surprise everyone again and make the playoffs once and for all? … [Read more...] about Most Intriguing MLB Teams to Watch in 2023
Reasons For and Against 2022 Being A Fluke For The O’s
The Baltimore Orioles were one of the few teams who exceeded expectations in 2022. As a team that consistently finished last in the American League East, they ended the 2022 season a few games out of a wild card spot. They finished 7th in the American League doing better than contenders like the Chicago White Sox, Minnesota Twins, and Boston Red Sox. With their first finish … [Read more...] about Reasons For and Against 2022 Being A Fluke For The O’s
The Last Remaining Expos Opponents
The Montreal Expos were an important part of Major League Baseball’s history. As the first Canadian franchise and first team in a French-speaking area, it brought in new fans. All-time greats like Randy Johnson, Vladimir Guerrero, Pete Rose, and Andre Dawson played for them. Even players such as Russell Martin and Eric Gagne may not have played in the Majors had there not been … [Read more...] about The Last Remaining Expos Opponents
Ben’s Baseball Alphabet: Michelangelo
During the late 15th century and 16th century, Michelangelo was an architect, sculptor, poet, painter, and a superb pitcher. The last sentence was mostly true. Can you guess which part wasn’t? Architect, did you say? Have you ever heard of the Medici Chapel? How about the Laurentian Library? Sculptor? Nope, wrong again. Do David or Moses ring a bell? You seem to be having a … [Read more...] about Ben’s Baseball Alphabet: Michelangelo
Kyle Gibson, Orioles Reach One-Year Contract Agreement
Kyle Gibson and the Baltimore Orioles have reached a deal on a one-year contract, sources telling ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The right-hander spent a season and a half with the Philadelphia Phillies, who acquired him from the Texas Rangers in July 2021. In 42 starts, Gibson was 14-14 with a 5.06 ERA with two scoreless relief appearances in this year’s postseason. Right-hander Kyle … [Read more...] about Kyle Gibson, Orioles Reach One-Year Contract Agreement