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Fantasy Baseball Risers, Fallers: April 22, 2019
Phil Backert highlights the top fantasy baseball risers and fallers of the past week, from Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich to Reds first baseman Joey Votto.
Stan 'The Fan' Charles' MLB Power Rankings: April 22, 2019
Stan "The Fan" Charles shares his latest MLB power rankings and highlights key turnarounds for four teams that looked like they were on the verge of getting knocked out before the season even really started.
Orioles Pitching Prospect Zac Lowther Picking Up Where He Left Off
Orioles pitching prospect Zac Lowther performed well last season at Frederick and Delmarva, and now he's out to prove he can have the same success, and continue his development, with the Double-A Bowie Baysox.
Fantasy Baseball Waiver-Wire Targets: April 19, 2019
Phil Backert shares his latest fantasy baseball waiver-wire targets, and he says to target Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker, who has capitalized on regular playing time.
Alex Cobb Set To Rejoin Orioles Rotation
Right-hander Alex Cobb is set the rejoin the Orioles' starting rotation following a second stint on the injured list, and he'll look to stabilize a group that's struggled this year.
Orioles Prospect Preston Palmeiro Looking To Make Name For Himself With Bowie Baysox
Preston Palmeiro has always been known as "Rafael's son," and while he doesn't mind the label, the Orioles' 2016 seventh-round draft pick is working to change that this season with the Bowie Baysox.
Can Orioles Outfielder Cedric Mullins Break Out Of Platoon Role?
Switch-hitting Cedric Mullins has proven to be a much more productive hitter from the left side of the plate than the right. Can he break out of the platoon role he's found himself in so far this year?
With First Win Under His Belt, Dan Straily Looks To Solidify Orioles' Rotation
Orioles pitchers given up a league-high 40 home runs this season, but if Dan Straily can perform like he did against the Red Sox April 15, that would be a big boost to the rotation.
Fantasy Baseball Risers, Fallers: April 15, 2019
Phil Backert highlights the top fantasy baseball risers and fallers of the past week, from Astros second baseman Jose Altuve to Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom.
Stan 'The Fan' Charles' MLB Power Rankings: April 15, 2019
Stan "The Fan" Charles shares his latest MLB power rankings, and he says the Orioles are playing as well as fans could have hoped for after 16 games.
History Shows Path To Big Leagues Can Be Slow For Promising Orioles
While Jim Henneman understands fans' frustration regarding promising prospects being sent down to the minors to start the season, he also says the club's history provides a potential roadmap for those players.
Road Back From Injury Proves Challenging For Orioles Lefty Richard Bleier
Orioles lefty Richard Bleier was enjoying the finest season of his career when he suffered a season-ending injury last year. The road to rediscovering his 2018 form has been anything but smooth.
Photo Of The Month: Wave Him Bye-Bye
PressBox's photo of the month spotlights longtime Orioles Radio Network play-by-play voice Joe Angel, who kicked off his retirement by throwing out the first pitch at the Orioles' home opener April 4.
Homers Continue To Haunt Orioles Starter Dylan Bundy
Dylan Bundy had his best stuff of the season against the Athletics April 11, but the home run ball continues to plague the Orioles' right-hander. After allowing 41 homers last year, he's already given up six this year.
Orioles Prospect Ryan McKenna Looking To Build On Big Fall League
Orioles outfield prospect Ryan McKenna struggled at Double-A Bowie last year, but now he's back with the Baysox and looking to build on a productive run in the Arizona Fall League.
For Kevin Cowherd, Writing Book About Fanless Orioles Game 'Made Perfect Sense'
Former Baltimore Sun columnist Kevin Cowherd reflects on the Orioles' April 2015 game played without fans after the civil unrest in Baltimore following the death of Freddie Gray and why he decided to write a book about that game.
First Base Presents New Challenge, Opportunity For Orioles Prospect Ryan Mountcastle
The Orioles' lineup has been lacking production from first base. Could that be why Ryan Mountcastle, who played third base last year at Bowie, has been moved across the diamond to first base at Triple-A Norfolk this season?
Is There Breaking Point For Orioles And Chris Davis?
Is there a breaking point for the Baltimore Orioles and first baseman Chris Davis? Stan "The Fan" Charles and Glenn Clark weigh in.
Dwight Smith Jr. Providing 'Big Spark' For Orioles
Orioles outfielder Dwight Smith Jr. made a strong impression during spring training, and that has carried over to the start of the regular season. "Big spark," manager Brandon Hyde said of Smith. "... He just gives you a pro AB and gives himself a chance every time up."
Mike Bordick On Orioles 1B Chris Davis' Struggles
"Offensively, it's the same Chris Davis that we've seen the last two years," Mike Bordick said of the Orioles first baseman's struggles at the plate. "... And it's frustrating just because you would like to see some sort of change, some sort of effort."
