Baseball
Tony Gwynn Jr.: Manny Machado Signing With Padres Is Good For Baseball
Former MLB outfielder Tony Gwynn Jr., now an analyst for the San Diego Padres on television and radio, believes that former Orioles infielder Manny Machado signing with a low-profile team such as the Padres is a good thing for baseball.
Orioles Veterans Could Make Impact … Or Bring Back Key Prospects
Young players are the focus of the Orioles' rebuilding effort, but several veterans -- such as right-hander Alex Cobb -- also face big seasons, as they could be auditioning for contending teams at the trade deadline.
Orioles To Honor Frank Robinson Throughout 2019 Season
The Orioles will honor franchise icon Frank Robinson, who died Feb. 7 at the age of 83, by wearing a commemorative "20" patch on their jerseys throughout the 2019 season and more.
Despite Orioles' Recent Struggles, Spring Training Still Brings Anticipation
For displaced Orioles fan Michael Janofsky, spring training still brings anticipation, though he admits this year has a different feel to it.
Jim Henneman: Orioles Lose An Angel -- Say It Ain't So, Joe!
Jim Henneman bids farewell to Joe Angel's legendary run as the radio voice of the Orioles, and he says it's an experience that has definitely been in the win column.
Gary Kendall 'Ecstatic' To Manage Norfolk Tides
The 2019 season will be new Norfolk Tides manager Gary Kendall's first above Double-A, and Kendall says he's "very ecstatic and very honored" that Mike Elias and Brandon Hyde chose him for the job.
Reaction To Manny Machado's Reported Deal With Padres
Stan "The Fan" Charles and Glenn Clark react to former Orioles infielder Manny Machado's reported deal with the Padres and share their take on whether they're more surprised by how long it took or by what he got.
Reports: Former Oriole Manny Machado To Sign With Padres
Former Orioles infielder Manny Machado will sign with the San Diego Padres, according to reports. Machado, 26, was drafted and developed by Baltimore and played for the O's from 2012-2018.
Boog's BBQ Coming To Orioles' Ed Smith Stadium In Sarasota
After 26 years of shaking hands, signing autographs and serving millions of BBQ sandwiches in Maryland, Orioles Hall of Famer Boog Powell is bringing his famed Boog's BBQ to Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota for the 2019 spring training season.
Stan 'The Fan' Charles: Former Orioles OF Adam Jones Should Follow Rick Dempsey's Lead
Stan "The Fan" Charles weighs in on why former Orioles outfielder Adam Jones has yet sign a deal for 2019, and he sees some similarities with how the end of Rick Dempsey's career played out.
2019 Orioles Spring Training Preview
Todd Karpovich previews spring training for the Orioles, from the competition to fill out the starting rotation to Chris Davis' road to redemption to the battle for the right field and catcher spots.
MLB Owners, Players Start Process Of Overhauling National Pastime
Stan "The Fan" Charles looks at some of the rules changes that are reportedly being discussed by MLB and the MLB Players Association and shares his take on how they could change the action on the field and the economics within the game.
Jim Henneman: Former Oriole Frank Robinson Typified Dedication, Excellence
Jim Henneman reflects on the career and legacy of Frank Robinson and shares his memories of the legendary Orioles Hall of Famer, from dedicated player, manager and executive to devoted basketball fan.
Ricig's World Of Sports: New Camden Yards Tour
In his latest sports cartoon with PressBox, Mike Ricigliano imagines possible stops on a new Camden Yards tour.
Billy Joel Concert First Step Of Orioles' New Entertainment Venture
Billy Joel's July 26 performance in Baltimore -- the first-ever concert at Camden Yards -- is a play to draw more people to downtown Baltimore and a shift away from the Orioles' long-held reluctance to open the field to more than baseball games.
Mike Bordick Weighs In On Potential MLB Rule Changes
Former Orioles shortstop and current MASN analyst Mike Bordick shares his take on some of the potential MLB rule changes that have reportedly been discussed, from a universal designated hitter to a three-batter minimum for relievers.
Baseball Hall Of Fame Facing Perfect Storm In 2022
Jim Henneman says there's a perfect storm approaching for the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2022, with Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens in their last year of eligibility on the BBWAA ballot and Alex Rodriguez and David Ortiz in their first.
Michael Olesker: Frank Robinson's Death Serves As Reminder Of Baltimore's Racial Legacy
In remembering Orioles legend Frank Robinson's accomplishments on the baseball field, Michael Olesker says it's important to also remember the era in which he played and the historical obstacles he faced.
As Spring Training Kicks Off, New Goals Arise For Orioles
After the Orioles went a franchise-worst 47-115 in 2018, starting pitcher Dylan Bundy and his teammates are welcoming a fresh start. "That was in the past," Bundy said, "and now we are looking forward to spring training."
Boog Powell: Frank Robinson Brought Attitude To The Orioles
Boog Powell looks back on the impact longtime teammate Frank Robinson had on the Orioles, and he says his influence extended far beyond his MVP-caliber production with the bat and Gold Glove fielding ability.
