Guest Post by Cody Colston. You can follow him at @The_OtherCody. Yes, the inevitable has happened. People have figured out that Jim Johnson is, in…
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Baltimore Orioles
Time For Orioles To Remove Jim Johnson From Closer’s Role
The Orioles officially have a closer problem. On Sunday in Toronto, Jim Johnson blew his fourth save in his last five chances. Over his…
Baltimore Orioles
“Chris Davis For AL MVP” Talk Has Officially Begun
Two weeks ago I boldly (and stupidly, according to my podcast co-host Patrick Guthrie) proclaimed that that Jim Johnson was the best closer in…
Baltimore Orioles
BSR Podcast: It’s Kevin Gausman Time
This week on the BSR Podcast, the guys discuss Kevin Gausman‘s promotion, Jim Johnson‘s recent struggles, the Orioles snapping their six-game losing streak and…
Baltimore Orioles
Orioles Head To Toronto In Their Team Canadian Tuxedos
Seriously, how can you not love this team? The Orioles are headed to Toronto and are dressed success — or something. Adam Jones tweeted…
Baltimore Orioles
Despite Results, Command Still A Concern In Jim Johnson’s Latest Outing
With the game tied 2-2 in the bottom of the tenth, Orioles skipper Buck Showalter turned to Jim Johnson, who had blown three consecutive…
Baltimore Orioles
Buck Showalter Will Go Back To Jim Johnson Tonight If There’s A Save Opportunity
No question about it. If the Orioles find themselves in a save opportunity tonight against the Yankees, Buck Showalter will hand the ball to…
Baltimore Orioles
At The Quarter Pole, The Orioles Are…
As Memorial Day weekend approaches faster than Orioles fans jumping off the Jim Johnson bandwagon, it’s time to step back and see where the…
Baltimore Orioles
Orioles Miracle Streak Is Finally Over
Stat nerds are popping champagne like the ’72 Dolphins do when that final undefeated team takes a loss. The Orioles streak of 109 victories…
Baltimore Orioles
Lack Of Command Plagues Jim Johnson Again
Jim Johnson is a unique closer. He doesn’t overpower hitters with upper 90s fastballs, instead he makes his fielders work by forcing ground ball…