Using FanGraphs.com‘s 2012 WAR (wins above replacement) projections, Matthew Futterman at the Wall Street Journal ranked the Orioles as the tenth most improved team…
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BSR Podcast: Oscars Preview, Jay Gibbons’ New Gig And Don Zimmer Teddy Bears
We’re not going to lie. It’s the worst sports time of year. There’s just no getting around it. So this week on the BSR…
Matt Wieters Is Optimistic About Brian Matusz Returning To Form
Among the numerous questions surrounding the Orioles rotation this season is status of Brian Matusz. The Orioles lefty came up to the big leagues…
Lots Of Questions Surrounding Buck’s Birds In 2012
There is a huge bottle of champagne on the shelf at Pickles Pub with a note that says, “This will be opened, and on…
Will The Ravens Address Their Needs Via Free Agency?
The Ravens have rarely been a team that addresses their needs via a big free agent acquisition. Ozzie Newsome isn’t the type to overpay…
The Ravens Should Franchise Ray Rice In 2012… And 2013
By far the Ravens biggest concern this offseason is re-signing Ray Rice. I’m a Flacco fan, I was impressed with his play during the…
Here’s How Tsuyoshi Wada Is Preparing For The Baltimore Heat
The Orioles will be heavily relying on their talent from the pacific rim this season. With their 200 inning work horse, Jeremy Guthrie, pitching…
Should The Orioles Have Pursued A.J. Burnett?
It’s a done deal. Finally. A.J. Burnett’s tenure with the New York Yankees is over. He’s a Pittsburgh Pirate. Pittsburgh sends outfielder Exicardo Cayones…
Don’t Count On Mike Wallace In Baltimore Next Season
The Steelers could be parting ways with Mike Wallace and the blogosphere is a buzz about him coming to Baltimore. Wallace, 26-years old, is…
Joe Flacco’s Agent Thinks His Client Is A Top-Five Quarterback
Don’t get me wrong. I’m a believer in Joe Flacco. I think we’ve seen what the guy is capable of and despite being disappointed…