As has been the custom over his last few seasons, veteran right-hander Charlie Morton talked things over with his wife after the 2024 campaign to figure out whether or not he would again try to ramp up for another run. This time, however, Morton might’ve on some level made his decision even before his 2024 season was over. Morton told MLB.com’s Jake Rill and other reporters … [Read more...] about AL East Notes: Morton, Rays, Neander, Yankees
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Sunday Bird Droppings: Are the Orioles done this time?
Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images Is the Andrew Kittredge signing, once it’s official, the last big Orioles move before the season? Hello, friends. There are now two months and 15 days remaining until Orioles Opening Day. In just slightly over a month (date still not officially announced) pitchers and catchers will report and the spring training path to the regular … [Read more...] about Sunday Bird Droppings: Are the Orioles done this time?
How Gov. Wes Moore handles Maryland’s budget crisis could determine his political future
After a two-year sprint that’s taken the political newcomer in Maryland’s governor’s office from an Oprah Winfrey-featured inauguration to a primetime speech at the Democratic National Convention, Gov. Wes Moore is about to face his most formidable challenge yet, one that has deep implications for the rest of his term and beyond. A $3 billion hole in the next state budget — and … [Read more...] about How Gov. Wes Moore handles Maryland’s budget crisis could determine his political future
Orioles Claim Roansy Contreras, Designate Liván Soto
The Orioles announced that they have claimed right-hander Roansy Contreras off waivers from the Reds. Cincinnati had designated him for assignment earlier this week. In order to open a roster spot, the O’s designated infielder Liván Soto for assignment. Contreras, 25, has been bouncing around the league over the past year. That’s likely a reflection of his uneven performance … [Read more...] about Orioles Claim Roansy Contreras, Designate Liván Soto
Saturday Bird Droppings: The Orioles nearly added a different reliever
Photo by Elsa/Getty Images Plus: Elias still eyeing upgrades, space to maneuver, and a minor roster move. Good Morning Birdland! This has been the Orioles’ busiest offseason in quite some time, and certainly their most active with Mike Elias at the helm. The team’s latest move was the addition of veteran reliever Andrew Kittredge on a one-year, $9 million deal, a … [Read more...] about Saturday Bird Droppings: The Orioles nearly added a different reliever