Way-Too-Early American League Rookie Of The Year Rankings

The 2024 MLB season is just two weeks old but there are many rookies that have made an impact already. This class of prospects is one of the most-anticipated in years and have already shown their stripes. There are many that look like big-league stars for years to come. Below, take a look at the… read more

5 Storylines to Watch in Spring Training

Spring Training is finally underway, meaning fans can rejoice as there will be baseball played practically every day until the end of October. The appeal of Spring Training lies in the storylines and the hopes and perceptions that come along with teams trying to start fresh. With each new year comes a renewed hope that… read more

Bradish to the IL Makes Starting Pitching a Puzzle to Solve for the Orioles Once Again

The 2024 MLB season barely started for pitchers and catchers in spring training and the Baltimore Orioles’ Opening Day rotation has already suffered a huge blow. It was announced early on Thursday morning that Kyle Bradish, who finished fourth in American League Cy Young voting a season ago, will begin the year on the injured… read more

There’s Merit in Jackson Holliday Playing Second Base

When the Baltimore Orioles selected Jackson Holliday first overall in 2022, it was with the assumption that he was destined to become the shortstop of the future for the organization. Scouting reports and assessment deemed Holliday as a fixture at the position thanks to the athleticism and skill at the position, so it was natural… read more

2024 MLB Season Outlook: Baltimore Orioles Preview, Predictions & Expectations

The Baltimore Orioles snuck up on MLB last season and won 100 games for the first time since 1980. The Orioles saw its top prospects excel at the Major League level and there are more coming. It was a relatively quiet offseason for the Orioles but there were still some big-time moves. Let’s dive into… read more

Standing Pat in the Starting Pitching Market Could Harm the Orioles

It took patience and planning, but the Baltimore Orioles finally arrived in 2023 as a prime example of an effective rebuild. The team won 101 games to win their division and earn the top seed in the postseason. Unfortunately, it was a quick stay as they were swept by the Texas Rangers in three games…. read more

One New Year’s Resolution for Each MLB Team

The new year is finally upon us! 2023 turned out to be a wild year and the MLB season didn’t quite pan out how anyone expected. The offseason is still in full swing with plenty of free agents to sign and trades to make and pitchers and catchers report for spring training in over a… read more

Where Could Joey Votto Play in 2024?

After 17 years in a Cincinnati Reds uniform, first baseman Joey Votto finds himself as a free agent for the first time in his career at the age of 40. There is a strong possibility that he could choose to hang up the cleats, ending an impressive big-league career, but he indicated earlier this offseason… read more

One Free Agent Target For Each AL East Team

The American League East saw quite a shakeup in 2023. The Baltimore Orioles ran away with the division with an incredible turnaround that revolved around a group of young stars. The Tampa Bay Rays continued their excellence despite losing players to injury and other circumstances. The Toronto Blue Jays continued to stay in the middle… read more

What Can Be Done to Adjust MLB Playoffs?

The playoffs are a breeding ground for the absurdity and chaos that comes from the game of baseball. After grinding out 162 games, with some teams winning over 100 games, a season can be over in the blink of an eye after they get swept in a series. The 2023 playoffs have already been a… read more

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