There aren’t many positives to take away from how the Orioles’ season ended. Baltimore has lost 10 consecutive playoff games after being swept by the Royals in the Wild Card Series.Paul Mancano and Danielle Allentuck recap a frustrating conclusion to the season and look ahead to an important offseason.…

The Orioles are set to host the Royals in the Wild Card Series, pitting them against a team they got the better of in the regular season. But this is not the same Kansas City ballclub Baltimore faced in April.From Camden Yards, Paul Mancano and Danielle Allentuck preview the best-of-three series, diving into each potential pitching matchup.…

The Orioles punched their ticket to the postseason on Tuesday night with an impressive win over the Yankees. They may not look like the dominant regular season team they were in 2023, but is this year’s squad built better for the playoffs than last year’s?Live from Yankee Stadium, Paul Mancano and Danielle Allentuck relive a jubilant night in the O…

Orioles beat writer Danielle Allentuck joins host Paul Mancano to discuss Anthony Santander's dramatic walk-off home run on Thursday (2:03), Craig Kimbrel's designation for assignment (9:32), playoff scenarios (13:54) and injury updates on Jordan Westburg, Grayson Rodriguez and more (15:41).By bannerbaseballshow

Baltimore is just a half game back of the Yankees in the American League East with 16 games play, and they stand to improve with the impending returns of several key players.Host Paul Mancano is joined by columnist Kyle Goon to discuss Albert Suárez's clutch start (1:20) and Cedric Mullins’ second-half turnaround (4:57), then set the stage for the …

It’s the best of times, it’s the worst of times.The Orioles are just a half game back of the Yankees for first place in the AL East, but since the start of July, they’ve been playing subpar baseball. Is this a team in freefall? Or a sleeping giant just waiting to get their stars back?Andy Kostka joins Paul Mancano to discuss the O's poor second hal…

The Orioles are second in Major League Baseball in home runs, behind only the Yankees. But have they become too reliant on the long ball?Host Paul Mancano is joined by Jon Meoli to discuss Baltimore’s offensive inconsistencies, injury-plagued rotation and tough situation with Félix Bautista.By bannerbaseballshow

The Orioles no longer have the best farm system in baseball, according to MLB Pipeline, but there are some intriguing new names for fans to monitor in their top-30 list.Bob Phelan of the On The Verge Podcast joins Paul Mancano to talk about the Orioles' bullpen issues (0:55) and break down the team's top prospects (6:11), including Coby Mayo (10:20…

Since jumping out to 53-31 record through the first three months of the season, the Orioles have played sub-.500 baseball. But as the O’s have scuffled, so have the other members of baseball’s top tier: the Yankees, Guardians, Phillies and Dodgers have all shown worrisome deficiencies in the second half. Danielle Allentuck joins Paul Mancano to con…

Jackson Holliday’s first stint in the big leagues could’ve gone better, but the real Holliday – an athletic, sweet-swinging infielder with sky-high potential – was always there. Now, the 20-year-old is showing what he’s capable of.Paul Mancano is joined by Kyle Goon to discuss Anthony Santander’s impressive season (2:00), Grayson Rodriguez’s injury…

It finally happened: Orioles infield prospect Coby Mayo got the call and will be joining the team in Cleveland. Paul Mancano is joined by Andy Kostka to discuss Jordan Westburg's hand injury (1:40), Mayo’s arrival (7:30), Trevor Rogers’ rough first start for Baltimore (26:18), how new ownership handled the deadline (31:30) and the signing of first-…

Paul Mancano recaps the Orioles' whirlwind of roster moves on trade deadline day, including adding outfielder Eloy Jiménez, outfielder Austin Slater, reliever Gregory Soto and more.By bannerbaseballshow

The Orioles got another starter for their rotation in left-hander Trevor Rogers. But was it worth giving up two young hitters in Connor Norby and Kyle Stowers?Paul Mancano reacts to the Orioles’ deal with the Marlins.By bannerbaseballshow

Hours after acquiring reliever Seranthony Domínguez and outfielder Cristian Pache, the Orioles made another bold move, trading three prospects for Rays starter Zach Eflin on Friday. Paul Mancano breaks down Baltimore’s latest move.By bannerbaseballshow

The Orioles pulled off a stunner on Friday, trading veteran outfielder Austin Hays to the Phillies for reliever Seranthony Domínguez and outfielder Cristian Pache. Paul Mancano is joined by Andy Kostka and Kyle Goon to break down the surprising move.By bannerbaseballshow

According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, the Orioles are willing to discuss trades for Ryan Mountcastle and Cedric Mullins. But would trading one of their key veterans do more harm than good?Paul Mancano discusses what it would take for the O’s to part with Mountcastle or Mullins (0:58) and a trade idea for Cubs starter Jameson Taillon (6:15). Then he’s jo…

Orioles top infield prospects Coby Mayo and Jackson Holliday continue to produce for Triple-A Norfolk. How close are they to getting a call to the big leagues? MASN Orioles insider Steve Melewski joins host Paul Mancano to discuss the O's series win over the Rangers (3:15), the 2024 draft class (4:49), Holliday's potential return to Baltimore (12:4…

The All-Star break couldn’t have come soon enough for the Orioles, whose miraculous win Sunday snapped a five-game losing streak and capped a difficult week in Baltimore. Danielle Allentuck joins Paul Mancano from Arlington as the pair discusses their concern level with the Orioles’ struggles (0:45), what they expect from Gunnar Henderson in the Ho…

How did the Orioles go from six All-Star finalists to just three All-Stars?Paul Mancano and Andy Kostka discuss the curious absence of several Orioles standouts from the American League’s All-Star roster (3:10). Then they discuss which of the five possible snubs — Jordan Westburg, Craig Kimbrel, Ryan Mountcastle, Anthony Santander and Ryan O’Hearn …

Mike Elias has hinted at the possibility of a callup for third base prospect Coby Mayo soon. But whose spot would the 22-year-old take in Baltimore? MASN All Access’ Brendan Mortensen joins host Paul Mancano to discuss the Orioles' series against the Rangers (2:17), when Mayo could join the O's and what that means for Ramón Urías (5:40), the possib…

The Orioles’ bats have gone dormant amid the team’s four-game losing streak. With a daunting schedule on the horizon and mounting injuries to the rotation, how can Baltimore endure this tough stretch? Connor Newcomb of the Locked On Orioles podcast joins Paul Mancano to discuss Baltimore’s recent offensive swoon (1:25), their beleaguered rotation (…

No pitching staff is built to withstand three season-ending injuries before the halfway point of the season. After righty Kyle Bradish became the latest Orioles hurler to have elbow surgery this month, Mike Elias will need to find a trade partner (or two) to bolster his ailing rotation. Paul Mancano and Danielle Allentuck discuss Cade Povich's perf…

The Orioles outshined the Phillies over the weekend, earning a series win over their neighbors up north. But they lost another starting pitcher in the process, and this injury could force Baltimore’s front office to get aggressive at the trade deadline. Paul Mancano and Andy Kostka break down the intense series against the Phils (1:58). Then they d…

With a sparkling 3.01 ERA, the Orioles’ rotation is breezing through the team’s tough June schedule. Are we paying enough attention to this stellar group of starters? Paul Mancano and Andy Kostka reveal some eye-popping stats from the O’s pitchers (5:29). Then they ponder whether Baltimore could re-sign Corbin Burnes (12:55) and how reliever Danny …

Left-hander Cade Povich has joined the Orioles’ taxi squad, but will he get to make his big league debut? Danielle Allentuck joins Paul Mancano from Toronto to discuss the news that the O’s pitching prospect is with the team and the possibility that he starts the series finale against the Blue Jays on Thursday.…

The Orioles are calling up infield/outfield prospect Connor Norby for their series in Toronto. It’s the opportunity the 23-year-old has been clamoring for, but will he get enough playing time to make an impact? On the latest episode of The Banner Baseball Show, Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss how the O’s will utilize Norby. They also discuss the…

The Orioles were just dealt two massive blows to their pitching staff, losing John Means and Tyler Wells for the remainder of the 2024 season. Paul Mancano and Andy Kostka break down the injury news, wonder if the O’s will call up pitching prospects Cade Povich or Chayce McDermott and look ahead to the trade deadline.…

The Orioles’ offense has cemented itself near the top of the league in runs and home runs. But there’s still one potential problem area: walks. Ryan Ripken of “The Ryan Ripken Show” joins Paul Mancano to talk about Baltimore’s plate approach (6:55), Jackson Holliday (14:38), the team’s struggling veterans Cedric Mullins and Austin Hays (19:19) and …

Since the conclusion of John Means’ All-Star season in 2019, the lefty has found himself on the injured list more often than not. His latest setback — a left forearm strain — threatens to derail his promising season. Paul Mancano and Danielle Allentuck discuss why Means’ injury designation is particularly hard to swallow (2:54). Then, they talk abo…

When Jackson Holliday was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk on April 26, a hole opened at second base for the Orioles. Jorge Mateo has done more than enough to plug it. Paul Mancano and Andy Kostka discuss how Mateo grabbed hold of the second base job without anyone noticing (2:25). Then they talk about Gunnar Henderson’s prodigious power (8:54), Craig …

Before Monday’s game, the Orioles swapped a young left-handed hitting outfielder and a veteran right-handed hitting outfielder for … a young left-handed hitting outfielder and a veteran right-handed hitting outfielder. The team’s outfield reshuffling may be confusing, but Paul Mancano and Danielle Allentuck are here to break it down, discussing the…

It’s been a rough couple weeks for Orioles closer Craig Kimbrel. Between back tightness and blown saves, the potential future-Hall of Famer has appeared in just three games since April 28 and has seen his ERA balloon to 4.73. At what point should the O’s consider a change in the ninth inning? Andy Kostka joins Paul Mancano to discuss Baltimore’s se…

The Orioles couldn’t have asked for a better weekend from their starting pitchers. Cole Irvin, John Means and Dean Kremer dominated the Reds, combining to toss 19 1/3 shutout innings in a series sweep. The best part? The O’s didn’t even use their aces: Corbin Burnes and Kyle Bradish. Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss Baltimore’s suddenly deep cabi…

It’s been a nightly challenge for Orioles manager Brandon Hyde to piece together nine innings from his pitching staff. Injuries to the rotation have led to a shortage of quality arms in the bullpen. But with starters Kyle Bradish and John Means slated to return soon, Hyde could find it easier to solve the puzzle. Paul Mancano and Danielle Allentuck…

It was a rough introduction to the big leagues for top prospect Jackson Holliday. But are the Orioles making the right decision by optioning the 20-year-old? Paul Mancano and Andy Kostka discuss what Holliday’s demotion means for his future. Then they talk about the return of outfielder Ryan McKenna.…

Orioles outfield prospect Heston Kjerstad is back in the bigs after an injury to Austin Hays. But will he see much playing time? Andy Kostka joins Paul Mancano from Anaheim to discuss the news that Kjerstad has been recalled from Triple-A Norfolk (2:26). The pair also talk about Jackson Holliday’s continuing struggles at the plate (12:01), Albert S…

You can’t keep a good hitter down for very long, and Colton Cowser is proving himself to be a very, very good big league hitter. Has the rookie shown he deserves to start over Austin Hays? Paul Mancano and Kyle Goon discuss Cowser’s scorching start to the season and how it affects the Orioles’ lineup decisions (12:55). Plus, they break down what th…

Baseball’s top prospect is on his way to the big leagues. Paul Mancano is joined by Andy Kostka and Danielle Allentuck to discuss the breaking news that the Orioles are calling up infielder Jackson Holliday.By bannerbaseballshow

The sky did not fall in Pittsburgh, where the Orioles dropped back-to-back games on walk-offs over the weekend. But Baltimore’s offense has been slower to start the year than expected. Could a prospect or two — such as Jackson Holliday, Coby Mayo or Heston Kjerstad — help aid the ailing lineup? Paul Mancano and Andy Kostka discuss the Orioles’ frus…

Six innings, 11 strikeouts, one earned run, no walks. Corbin Burnes’ tenure with the Orioles could not have gotten off to a better start on opening day. Burnes and the O’s have a long way to go this season, but it’s difficult to remember a season beginning with this much promise, and a starting pitcher of this quality donning the orange and black. …

There doesn’t seem to be much more Jackson Holliday could have done this spring to prove he’s ready for the big leagues. The 20-year-old hit .311 with a pair of home runs and played solid defense at both second base and shortstop. But the Orioles’ front office thought otherwise. Andy Kostka joins Paul Mancano from Sarasota to discuss the news that …

Kyle Stowers has seven home runs in just 16 Grapefruit League games, but he still might not make the team. Still, is the 26-year-old’s strong spring enough to cement his spot in the team’s future plans? Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss how the Orioles’ logjam in the outfield – between Stowers, Colton Cowser, Heston Kjerstad, Austin Hays, Cedric M…

Big league bloodlines or not, 20-year-olds aren’t supposed to be this good. In his first 10 Grapefruit League games, Orioles top prospect Jackson Holliday is hitting .323 with a .957 on-base-plus-slugging. Is he guaranteed a spot on the Opening Day roster? Danielle Allentuck joins Paul Mancano from Sarasota to discuss Holliday’s remarkable spring (…

We’re three weeks into spring training, and the Orioles’ looming outfield decision haven’t gotten any easier. Kyle Stowers, Colton Cowser and Heston Kjerstad have all made strong cases for inclusion on Baltimore’s opening day roster. Is there room for more than one of this trio? Andy Kostka joins Paul Mancano from Sarasota, Florida, to discuss the …