Once a dominant reliever, Craig Kimbrel has been a shell of his former self in recent years. Can he find a spot to help channel his old self? 9-Time All-Star Reliever Looking For Another Chance Kimbrel, 36, just finished his 14th MLB season, which was his worst yet. For the first part of his career, Kimbrel was one of the top relievers in the MLB. He made 7 All-Star games in … [Read more...] about 9-Time All Star Reliever Looking For One Another Chance
What the Dodgers Signing Blake Snell Means for Orioles Ace
The Los Angeles Dodgers signing two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell came as little surprise. But what does it mean for free-agent ace Corbin Burnes? Almost every year, the Dodgers build a dominant starting rotation, only to rely on their bullpen to survive the postseason. Yet, they still managed to win the 2024 World Series. Los Angeles was linked to this year’s top free … [Read more...] about What the Dodgers Signing Blake Snell Means for Orioles Ace
Former Astros Catcher Hired as Orioles Bench Coach
Former Houston Astros catcher Robinson Chirinos will be the bench coach for the Baltimore Orioles, per The Athletic’s Chandler Rome. Chirinos will serve in the role under manager Brandon Hyde. Chirinos, 40, has an 11-year career as a catcher that began in 2011. He played for the Tampa Bay Rays, Texas Rangers, Houston Astros, Chicago Cubs and the New York Mets. Chirinos returns … [Read more...] about Former Astros Catcher Hired as Orioles Bench Coach
Former All-Star, Oft-Injured Pitcher Hitting Free Agency
2019 All-Star John Means is hitting the open market, looking for a home to rehab. He looks to pitch again at some point but may not in 2025. Former All-Star, Oft-Injured Pitcher Hitting Free Agency John Means, 31, made his MLB debut in 2018 and quickly became a star. Despite pitching for a terrible Orioles team, who finished 54-108 in 2019, Means collected 12 wins that season … [Read more...] about Former All-Star, Oft-Injured Pitcher Hitting Free Agency
Former Cy Young Winner Set To Test Market
4-time All-Star and 2021 Cy Young winner Corbin Burnes is set to hit free agency. Burnes, 30, is coming off a great season with the Orioles. Former Cy Young Winner Set To Test Market Acquired via trade in February, Burnes had an outstanding season for the Orioles. He started 32 games and amassed a 15-9 record. Additionally, he sported a 2.92 ERA and struck out 181 batters. … [Read more...] about Former Cy Young Winner Set To Test Market