Best Felix Elias Podcasts (2025)

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Mike Elias' secret promotion: What it means for the Orioles' offseason 44:00

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2h ago44:00

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli break down Mike Elias' promotion to president of baseball operations (1:35), discussing why it was kept under wraps (5:51) and whether a new general manager would change anything about the Orioles' process (17:13). Then, they take a look at outfield prospect Jordan Sanchez (37:41).…

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Have the Orioles found a keeper in Jeremiah Jackson? 55:35

3h ago55:35

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' wild walk-off win on Wednesday night (3:48). Then, they run through some players on the fringes of the roster who may be keepers, including INF/OF Jeremiah Jackson (7:27), C Alex Jackson (15:16) and LHP Dietrich Enns (28:26). Next, they debate if Trevor Rogers or Gunnar Henderson should win M…

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Why Samuel Basallo was the first Orioles phenom to ink an extension 55:15

6d ago55:15

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli break down Samuel Basallo's 8-year contract extension (1:30). Then they discuss the returns of Kyle Bradish and Tyler Wells (31:18). Next they explain Dylan Beavers' hot start (40:34). Finally, they check in on outfield prospect Enrique Bradfield Jr. (46:30).By bannerbaseballshow

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Félix Bautista has surgery: How it impacts Orioles' offseason plans 51:25

20d ago51:25

51:25

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the news that closer Félix Bautista is expected to miss 12 months while recovering from surgery to repair a torn labrum and torn rotator cuff (1:08). Then, Paul compares the Orioles to "Lost," (24:00) and they talk about Jordan Westburg's call for more leadership (35:00). Finally, Paul and Jon and take a …

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Dylan Beavers, Samuel Basallo give us glimpse into 2026 Orioles 54:15

22d ago54:15

54:15

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' hot streak (1:12) and the debuts of prospects Dylan Beavers (and Samuel Basallo (11:16). Then, they talk about impressive starts from Dean Kremer, Brandon Young and Trevor Rogers (33:06). Finally, they take a look at pitching prospect Juaron Watts-Brown (46:40).…

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Solving the Orioles' long-standing pitching problem 58:29

29d ago58:29

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss Dylan Beavers' impending call-up (5:17), Heston Kjerstad's absence (17:41) and the money sent out at the trade deadline to acquire better prospects (22:09). Then they dive into the Orioles' long-standing pitching problems and the importance of acquiring multiple starters this offseason (26:16). Finally, t…

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Orioles assign new prospects, Dylan Beavers watch continues 56:16

1M ago56:16

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss where the Orioles' new prospects will fit into the farm system, why Dylan Beavers hasn't gotten called up yet and how Grayson Rodriguez's surgery affects the team's future. Then, they talk about the Frederick Keys once again becoming an Orioles minor league affiliate.…

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Orioles complete wild sell-off: Breaking down every trade 1:21:16

1M ago1:21:16

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli are joined by O’s beat reporter Danielle Allentuck and sports columnist Kyle Goon to break down every single move the Orioles made before Thursday's trade deadline.By bannerbaseballshow

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Trade deadline preview: Who stays, who goes 1:05:45

2M ago1:05:45

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' three-game win streak (0:54) and recap the Gregory Soto trade (5:00). Then, they break down which O's could get traded (9:34), including Seranthony Domínguez, Ryan O'Hearn, Cedric Mullins and Ramón Laureano. Finally, they check in on outfield prospect Nate George (1:01:15).…

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Gregory Soto traded: Orioles net pair of minor league righties 37:51

2M ago37:51

37:51

Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by beat writer Andy Kostka and columnist Kyle Goon to break down the deal that sent reliever Gregory Soto to the New York Mets for minor league pitchers Wellington Aracena and Cameron Foster.By bannerbaseballshow

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Which Orioles will be dealt at the deadline? 57:24

2M ago57:24

57:24

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli break down the discouraging Grayson Rodriguez injury news (6:32) and Coby Mayo's curious lack of playing time (11:54). Then they discuss whether the Orioles will/should trade these veterans: Ryan O'Hearn and Félix Bautista (21:04) Seranthony Domínguez and Charlie Morton (26:18) Cedric Mullins (28:56) Gregory Soto…

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Breaking down the Orioles' 24-player draft class with Carlos Collazo 20:00

2M ago20:00

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Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by Baseball America draft analyst Carlos Collazo to discuss the Orioles' selections of catcher/outfielder Ike Irish (1:44) and catcher Caden Bodine (5:08). Then they explain why the O's like to stay away from drafting hitters early (7:39). Finally, Carlos names some potential Day 2 gems (10:47) and gauge the signabili…

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Orioles draft Ike Irish, 2 pitchers in massive Day 1 haul 1:08:20

2M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli rehash the Bryan Baker trade (4:07). Then they break down all 7 of the Orioles' Day 1 draft picks, including catcher/outfielder Ike Irish (11:33), catcher Caden Bodine (17:48), shortstop Wehiwa Aloy (23:56), Slater de Brun (33:10), pitchers Joseph Dzierway and JT Quinn (42:42) and outfielder RJ Austin (58:11). Fi…

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Orioles trade reliever Bryan Baker to Rays for 37th overall pick 23:14

2M ago23:14

23:14

Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by beat writer Andy Kostka to break down the Orioles' trade of reliever Bryan Baker to the Tampa Bay Rays for a competitive balance round pick. They discuss the value of the draft pick, whether this means the O's will commit to a fire sale at the deadline and why this is a critical time for general manager Mike Elias.…

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New updates on Orioles starters Kyle Bradish, Grayson Rodriguez 40:41

2M ago40:41

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli are joined by beat writer Danielle Allentuck to discuss where the Orioles sit a week away from the All-Star Game. Then they talk about the recoveries of starters Kyle Bradish and Grayson Rodriguez. Finally, they take a look at right-handed pitching prospect Cameron Weston.…

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Everything we thought we knew about the Orioles' rotation is wrong 53:17

3M ago53:17

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli assess where the Orioles stand 23 games away from the trade deadline (4:55). Then they discuss some strange role reversals in the O's rotation, including the struggles of Tomoyuki Sugano and Zach Eflin (15:25) as well as the progression of Charlie Morton, Dean Kremer and Trevor Rogers (26:00). Finally they check …

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Buy, sell or both? What the Orioles should do at the deadline 47:51

3M ago47:51

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli are joined by columnist Kyle Goon to discuss Trevor Rogers' strong start (1:05) and Adley Rutschman and Maverick Handley's injuries (8:47). Then they look ahead to the trade deadline and predict what the Orioles will do (17:40). Finally, they touch on the tragic passing of 19-year-old minor leaguer Luis Guevara (…

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Jordan Westburg really is the Orioles' glue 55:11

3M ago55:11

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles middling play (2:25) and the decision to option outfielder Heston Kjerstad to Triple-A Norfolk (10:55). Then, they talk about the importance of infielder Jordan Westburg to the O's success (27:40). Finally, they provide a minor league check-in on outfielder Dylan Beavers (41:00).…

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The long unraveling of former Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz 36:44

3M ago36:44

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Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by enterprise reporter Lee O. Sanderlin and Orioles beat writer Danielle Allentuck to discuss their special report on the unraveling of former pitcher Brian Matusz.By bannerbaseballshow

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Lefties are killing the Orioles, but maybe not for long 51:08

3M ago51:08

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' 4-2 road trip, Adley Rutschman's recent hot stretch and the improved starting pitching (6:42). Then they diagnose the team's issues against left-handed pitchers (19:28). Finally, they take a look at right-handed pitching prospect Nestor German (38:22).…

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Tony Mansolino's radical honesty is pushing the Orioles forward 32:20

4M ago32:20

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Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by beat writer Danielle Allentuck to discuss the Orioles' five-game winning streak (1:22), All-Star voting (3:58), Tony Mansolino's radical honesty (12:05) and Samuel Basallo's development (26:40).By bannerbaseballshow

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Why are the Orioles so snakebitten by injuries? 53:15

4M ago53:15

53:15

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli dish out blame pie for the Orioles' hitting struggles (4:40). Then they talk about the hiring of senior advisor John Mabry (19:53) and the O's poor injury luck (29:25). Finally, they do a minor league check-in on INF/OF Aron Estrada (43:08).By bannerbaseballshow

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What is the Orioles' hitting philosophy, and why is it failing? 56:47

4M ago56:47

56:47

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss some positive performances from Charlie Morton, Trevor Rogers and Dylan Carlson (3:52). Then they dive deep into the Orioles' hitting philosophies (19:30), breaking down the important coaches involved and what they've been teaching.By bannerbaseballshow

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Will firing Brandon Hyde backfire on the Orioles? 46:01

4M ago46:01

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' decision to designate RHP Kyle Gibson for assignment (4:49). Then they break down a rough start to the Tony Mansolino era (11:50) and give a scouting report on RHP Kade Strowd (41:21).By bannerbaseballshow

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Reaction to Orioles' firing of manager Brandon Hyde 46:12

4M ago46:12

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli are joined by beat writers Andy Kostka and Danielle Allentuck to break down the Orioles' decision to fire manager Brandon Hyde and catching instructor/major league field coordinator Tim Cossins.By bannerbaseballshow

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Firing Brandon Hyde wouldn't change the Orioles' fate 41:17

4M ago41:17

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Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by columnist Kyle Goon to discuss the Orioles struggles on offense (1:49). Then they begin a conversation on whether firing Brandon Hyde could happen (6:36) and why it likely wouldn't change the team's fate (15:00).By bannerbaseballshow

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Why Adley Rutschman's season is so confounding 51:20

4M ago51:20

51:20

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli provide some injury updates (4:00), then do a deep dive into Adley Rutschman's confusing 2025 season (16:55). Finally, they discuss Orioles pitching prospect Braxton Bragg (42:30).By bannerbaseballshow

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Coby Mayo, Cade Povich and more: These fledgling Orioles need to fly 51:44

5M ago51:44

51:44

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' homer-riddled loss to the Royals (1:09) and the importance of the next wave of prospects (8:30). Then they break down what they've seen from Heston Kjerstad (17:45), Cade Povich (22:20), Coby Mayo (27:42), Brandon Young (35:11) and Maverick Handley (41:42). Finally, they provide updates on pr…

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Picking up the pieces from a disastrous April 44:48

5M ago44:48

44:48

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' series win over the Yankees and the team's 9-16 April.By bannerbaseballshow

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Do the Orioles have a leadership void? 30:44

5M ago30:44

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Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by beat writer Danielle Allentuck to discuss the Orioles' slew of injury news (2:05), the team's win over the Yankees (4:15), the decision to bring up Emmanuel Rivera and not Coby Mayo (9:45) and whether the O's are suffering from a lack of leadership (14:10).By bannerbaseballshow

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The ugly downside of the Orioles' draft strategy 47:10

5M ago47:10

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' early-season struggles (2:05), what to do with Charlie Morton (7:33) and injury updates on Grayson Rodriguez and Zach Eflin (22:56). Then, they question the O's draft strategy under Mike Elias (30:14).By bannerbaseballshow

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This Orioles rotation cannot survive 39:41

5M ago39:41

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the importance of Adley Rutschman and Gunnar Henderson (1:30), the Orioles' rotation issues (9:43) and the backwards bullpen (29:34).By bannerbaseballshow

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There's a problem with the Brandon Hyde discourse 50:31

6M ago50:31

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss Zach Eflin's short start (3:20) and Albert Suárez's injury (8:00) Then they talk about how concerned fans should be about the Orioles' slow start (11:09). Finally, they dive into why the conversations around manager Brandon Hyde are fraught with incomplete information (24:25).…

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What's real (and what's not) from the Orioles' first few games 42:37

6M ago42:37

42:37

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss what might be Cedric Mullins' last home opener in Baltimore (2:18), Albert Suárez's shoulder injury (7:12) and Colton Cowser's broken thumb (9:10). Then they delineate what's real and what's not from the first five games, including Tyler O'Neill's hot start (13:54), Jorge Mateo's slow start (22:00), the r…

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2025 predictions: The Orioles will be better than you think 52:14

6M ago52:14

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss our first look at the new(er) left field wall (7:40). Then they break down the signing of veteran RHP Kyle Gibson (9:44) and give their predictions for the 2025 season (24:12).By bannerbaseballshow

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Coby Mayo's "lose-lose" situation, and 6 stats that could define the 2025 Orioles 47:53

6M ago47:53

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss Orioles prospect Coby Mayo's reaction to being sent to Triple-A Norfolk (3:55). Then they give six stats that could define the O's 2025 season (20:16).By bannerbaseballshow

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Grayson Rodriguez's injury is a reminder of what the Orioles still lack 40:40

7M ago40:40

40:40

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss how the Orioles will handle injuries to Gunnar Henderson, Andrew Kittredge and Grayson Rodriguez.By bannerbaseballshow

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MASN dispute resolved: What it means for watching the Orioles 30:09

7M ago30:09

30:09

Host Paul Mancano is joined by business reporter Hayes Gardner to discuss the news that the Orioles and Nationals have resolved their long-standing dispute over MASN (1:20). Then they talk about whether the O's will switch to a direct-to-consumer model (11:15) and wonder whether this resolution paves the way for an All-Star Game to come to Baltimor…

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This could be the deepest Orioles team in years 40:52

7M ago40:52

40:52

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli give updates on Grapefruit League action (3:30). Then they discuss how this year's Orioles team is deeper than last year's (9:00). Finally, they give a vibe check on the team (30:50).By bannerbaseballshow

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Rubenstein talks payroll, Sugano draws a crowd in Sarasota 29:38

7M ago29:38

29:38

Host Paul Mancano is joined by beat writer Danielle Allentuck to discuss their early impressions of Tomoyuki Sugano and Charlie Morton. Then they react to Orioles owner David Rubenstein's comments about the O's payroll. Finally, they look ahead to the start of Grapefruit League games.By bannerbaseballshow

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Baseball is back! Updates from Orioles spring training in Sarasota 28:48

7M ago28:48

28:48

Host Paul Mancano is joined by Orioles beat writer Andy Kostka to discuss the latest from spring training in Sarasota, including injury updates to Félix Bautista, Trevor Rodgers and Jorge Mateo. Then, they question whether the O's still need an ace in their starting rotation. Finally, they talk about what 2025 could bring for outfielder Heston Kjer…

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Ramón Laureano signs, plus 10 questions before spring training 49:07

8M ago49:07

49:07

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the additon of outfielder Ramón Laureano (3:18). Then they pose 10 questions about the 2025 Orioles ahead of spring training (19:45).By bannerbaseballshow

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Orioles add outfielder Dylan Carlson. Will he make the roster? 41:15

8M ago41:15

41:15

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' addition of outfielder Dylan Carlson. Then they talk about how he fits on the O's roster.By bannerbaseballshow

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Anthony Santander's departure affects the Orioles' future more than the present 40:40

8M ago40:40

40:40

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli break down Anthony Santander’s five-year deal with the Toronto Blue Jays and look ahead to Baltimore’s outfield of the future.By bannerbaseballshow

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Andrew Kittredge signs, Jeff Hoffman doesn't 34:51

8M ago34:51

34:51

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' addition of veteran reliever Andrew Kittredge on a one-year deal. Then they project the Opening Day bullpen, talk about the ill-fated deal with reliever Jeff Hoffman and run through the O's class of international free agents.By bannerbaseballshow

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5 starting pitchers the Orioles could target in a trade 46:12

9M ago46:12

46:12

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss whether the Orioles have improved this offseason. Then they list five starting pitchers – Pablo López, Dylan Cease, Luis Castillo, Framber Valdez and Jordan Montgomery – for whom the O's could trade.By bannerbaseballshow

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Reacting to Orioles' signing of veteran starter Charlie Morton 38:28

9M ago38:28

38:28

Host Paul Mancano is joined by MASN All Access' Brendan Mortensen to break down the Orioles' signing of 41-year-old right-hander Charlie Morton to a one-year, $15 million deal.By bannerbaseballshow

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Corbin Burnes is gone. How do the Orioles replace their ace? 51:54

9M ago51:54

51:54

Host Paul Mancano is joined by Connor Newcomb of the Locked On Orioles podcast to discuss the trade that brought Corbin Burnes to Baltimore (1:30), why Burnes chose to sign with the Arizona Diamondbacks (16:00), what his departure says about David Rubenstein and company (21:36) and which available starting pitchers could replace Burnes in the rotat…

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Is this the offseason the Orioles extend Adley Rutschman? 39:03

9M ago39:03

39:03

Host Paul Mancano is joined by Danielle Allentuck to discuss the return of reliever Matt Bowman on a minor league deal (2:00). Then they dive into the possibility that the Orioles extend Adley Rutschman (7:10), Gunnar Henderson (19:15), Grayson Rodriguez (23:00) and Kyle Bradish (24:00). Finally, the Yakyu Cosmopolitan's Yuri Karasawa joins the pod…

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Analysis of Tomoyuki Sugano signing and an honest Jack Flaherty conversation 46:12

9M ago46:12

46:12

Banner Baseball Show co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the signing of righty Tomoyuki Sugano (5:37). Then they have an honest conversation about a Jack Flaherty reunion (14:56) and dive into the free agent pitching market (22:18).By bannerbaseballshow