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Orioles Name Brandon Hyde Manager
The Orioles named former Cubs bench coach Brandon Hyde the 20th manager in club history Dec. 14. "After conducting an intensive search, I believe that we have found the ideal leader for the next era of Orioles baseball," Baltimore GM Mike Elias said.
Jim Henneman: Richie Martin, Drew Jackson Intriguing Additions For Orioles
Jim Henneman says infielders Richie Martin and Drew Jackson are intriguing additions for an Orioles club in desperate need of the defense and speed both players bring to the table.
Orioles Select SS Richie Martin In Rule 5 Draft, Trade For INF Drew Jackson
The Orioles selected shortstop Richie Martin from the Oakland Athletics with the first pick of the Rule 5 Draft and acquired middle infielder Drew Jackson from the Philadelphia Phillies for international signing bonus slot money Dec. 13.
Jim Henneman: Brandon Hyde Fits Orioles GM Mike Elias' Requirements
While GM Mike Elias described reports of the hiring of Brandon Hyde as the Orioles' next manager as "premature," Jim Henneman says Hyde does seem to fit just about all of Elias' requirements.
Bill Swaggerty Wouldn't Trade Orioles' 1983 Championship 'For The World'
"I look at it like being in the right place at the right time," Bill Swaggerty said of his time on the 1983 Orioles, "and I wouldn't trade it for the world. If you could give me three more years in the big leagues, I don't think I could give up my World Series ring."
Stan 'The Fan' Charles On What's Next For Former Orioles Manny Machado, Jonathan Schoop
Stan "The Fan" Charles reflects back on PressBox's May 2016 cover story on the close relationship between Manny Machado and Jonathan Schoop and looks at what's next for the two former Orioles.
Orioles Prospect Ryan McKenna Continuing To Learn From Opportunities
After a strong showing in the Arizona Fall League, Baysox outfielder Ryan McKenna is looking forward to his potential role in the Orioles' rebuild. "It seems like we got some good people at the helm," he said. "And I'm looking forward to seeing their vision play out."
If Mike Elias Is Looking For Experienced Manager For Orioles, An Option Could Be ...
Jim Henneman has a suggestion for Orioles GM Mike Elias in his search for the team's next manager -- Boston Red Sox bench coach Ron Roenicke.
Orioles Non-Tender Tim Beckham, Caleb Joseph
The Orioles non-tendered infielder Tim Beckham and catcher Caleb Joseph ahead of the Nov. 30 deadline to tender contracts to arbitration-eligible players, the club announced.
With Manager Hire, Orioles GM Mike Elias Can Further Establish Chain Of Command
For most of the past 25 years, the Orioles have had GMs and managers who have inherited one another. Jim Henneman says Mike Elias' next hire will complete a historic chain of command for the current ownership group.
Ben Reiter: Mike Elias 'Really The Ideal Person' For Orioles GM
Sports Illustrated senior writer Ben Reiter, who wrote a book on the Astros' rebuilding process, believes new Orioles GM Mike Elias is "really the ideal person to take over this job" with his ability to combine analytics and scouting.
Orioles Name Sig Mejdal Assistant General Manager, Analytics
The Orioles have named Sig Mejdal the club's assistant general manager, analytics, reporting to executive vice president and general manager Mike Elias.
Orioles' John And Louis Angelos: From Boys To Men
In hiring Mike Elias as the Orioles' next general manager, Stan "The Fan" Charles believes John and Louis Angelos broke out of their father's shadow to begin forging a successful, sustainable path for the club.
Mike Elias Ready To Put Stamp On Orioles As New GM
"We're going to work as fast and as smartly and as hard as possible," new Orioles GM Mike Elias said at his introductory news conference. "We're going to remain focused on the process."
Gary Kendall Deserves Consideration For Orioles' Managerial Job
Jim Henneman says Gary Kendall could be the right man at the right time to be the Baltimore Orioles' next manager.
Orioles Hire Mike Elias As General Manager
The Baltimore Orioles hired former Houston Astros assistant general manager Mike Elias as the team's next general manager, the club announced Nov. 16.
1989 Orioles Proved Quick Turnaround Is Possible
As the Orioles look to rebound from a 115-loss campaign, the 1989 Orioles offer some hope that a quick turnaround is possible. "We went into spring training with a clean slate," Billy Ripken said. "Everybody welcomed that."
Reaction To Reports Orioles Will Hire Mike Elias As GM
Stan "The Fan" Charles and Glenn Clark react to reports that Houston Astros assistant general manager Mike Elias will be the next GM for the Baltimore Orioles.
Allegiant To Begin Flights From BWI To Sarasota
For Baltimore fans looking to travel to Orioles spring training, the journey just got a little easier. Allegiant will begin nonstop service from Baltimore to Sarasota, the Orioles' spring training home, starting in February.
Longtime Baseball Writer Richard Justice Remembers 1983 Orioles
MLB.com correspondent Richard Justice, who covered the Orioles in the 1980s, shares his favorite memories of the stars and personalities of the 1983 Baltimore Orioles.
