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March 13, 2018 Episode 228: Hairy Palms
We have our annual visit with Matt Taylor of the Roar From 34, and talk about the self improvement that MLB players go through during Spring Training.
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1 hr 5 min
March 06, 2018 Episode 227: The Other Dan
We turn our frowns upside down, and put a positive spin on things. We're also joined by (former O's fan) Dan Szymborski of ESPN.
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43 min
March 06, 2018 Episode 227: The Other Dan
We turn our frowns upside down, and put a positive spin on things. We're also joined by (former O's fan) Dan Szymborski of ESPN.
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43 min
February 27, 2018 Episode 226: Draining Fluids
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Leading Off
Spring training games have begun and there is real fake baseball to discuss. With that, Bird’s Eye View takes a dark, and surly tone. This is Birdland!
Listen in to our Blowing the Save segment to listen as Jake admits he might be wrong, and Scott proclaims that the Orioles might be wrong. But more importantly, please weigh in on The Twitters and let us know what your favorite part of a stay in Sarasota is.

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This Week on the Twitters
Here is what is happening in the world of Orioles Baseball, in 280 characters, or fewer:

Pedro Alvarez is going back to the orioles
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) February 25, 2018

Ryan Flaherty wanted to return to the #Orioles. The Orioles wanted Flaherty back. So why’s he wearing a #Phillies uniform now? https://t.co/5R55SYDVQJ pic.twitter.com/5guAd61ILY
— Eduardo A. Encina (@EddieInTheYard) February 24, 2018

O's are apparently "monitoring" the SP market and may be willing to offer 3 years now https://t.co/sOkOXm4s7k pic.twitter.com/Sd2QeM0Tsk
— Matt Kremnitzer (@mattkremnitzer) February 26, 2018

How does this NOT make the next @BirdsEyeViewBal podcast? That would be the biggest travesty of the entire offseason. Ok, maybe that’s a stretch. (Yes, that’s a pun people.)
— Stefan Frank (@StefanAFrank) February 23, 2018

WOW! Giancarlo Stanton, J.D. Martinez and Colby Rasmus in the SAME DIVISION?!? https://t.co/B2NUo7aCds
— Locked On Orioles (@LockedOnOrioles) February 21, 2018

Midseason #ThatsSoOs formhttps://t.co/BZW8hzdYqj
— Eutaw Street Rep⚾rt (@EutawStReport) February 25, 2018

Around the Bases

For the first time, we go around the bases of sadness. This is a segment that could have very easily been called Well That Doesn’t Sound Promising. Here we go, around the bases:

First Base:  Nestor Cortes is a big softie.
Second Base:  Kevin Gausman pulled a modified Caleb Joseph (this is not a ball joke)
Third Base:  What is even the utility of this situation?
Home Plate:  Are you concerned that our only hopes suck?

Blowing the Save

Most podcasts try to end on a high note – the perfect coda to a quality program. That’s just not our style. Each week, we’ll end on a weak note,
51 min
February 27, 2018 Episode 226: Draining Fluids
Are these the saddest times? We go around the bases to find out. Talk of Jonathan Schoop's fluid really get the juices flowing.
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51 min
February 20, 2018 Episode 225: Pitching Staph
Orioles Spring Training and Free Agent talk? It's contagious!
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53 min
February 20, 2018 Episode 225: Pitching Staph
Orioles Spring Training and Free Agent talk? It's contagious!
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53 min
February 13, 2018 Episode 224: Hope Springs Elsewhere
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Leading Off
Pitchers and catchers report tomorrow! Our long national nightmare is over – we’ve waited for the crack of the bat, the pop of the mitt, and most importantly:
GRAINY PICTURES OF GUYS IN SHORTS!!!
OK, so the early days of camp aren’t that exciting. But it’s infinitely better than no baseball at all.

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This Week on the Twitters
Here is what is happening in the world of Orioles Baseball, in 280 characters, or fewer:

pic.twitter.com/0oRKwrRN4h
— Ryan Flaherty (@RFlaherty3) February 8, 2018

The #Orioles have checked out Lance Lynn, Andrew Cashner, Jason Vargas, Alex Cobb and Chris Tillman, among others. They appear content to wait in hopes of signing someone to a short-term deal. Peter Angelos hesitant to commit to 4-year deal after the Ubaldo Jimenez experience.
— Jerry Crasnick (@jcrasnick) February 7, 2018

The Orioles still need 60% of a starting rotation and they’re reportedly talking to the Astros, Rays, and others about maybe getting some of it. https://t.co/jU2jmTVSHw
— Camden Chat (@CamdenChat) February 12, 2018

Nothing is determined yet, but expect Mike Wright to start games for the Orioles in April https://t.co/qKiM373RPa
— Dan Connolly (@danconnolly2016) February 12, 2018

The Orioles have agreed to terms on a one-year contract for 2018 with INF Jonathan Schoop, avoiding arbitration.
— Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) February 6, 2018

There were some tough times growing up an Orioles fan. Seemed like there was no hope for a winning season. But 10 years ago, Adam Jones, the Captain, was traded to Baltimore. The culture of the team, city, fans changed for the better. Here’s to another 10 years @SimplyAJ10 pic.twitter.com/EKgG5X9fgx
— Joe Papparotto (@JoePappa) February 9, 2018

Former #orioles OF Nolan Reimold will work out at the MLBPA "31st camp" for free agents in Bradenton. Union approved, then denied Reimold based on his 6-year FA status. Agent got involved and matter resolved. Reimold now repped by @JoshuaKusnick.
— Roch Kubatko (@masnRoch) February 9, 2018

Spring Training Story Lines

With so much unsettled, here are the story lines that we’re watching, as camp unfolds:

* What else gets done (besides, ahem, starting pitching)?
* The scoop on Schoop
48 min
February 13, 2018 Episode 224: Hope Springs Elsewhere
As Valentine's Day approaches, we speak from the heart, and ready ourselves for the story lines likely to dominate Spring Training.
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48 min
January 16, 2018 Episode 223: Five Stages of Gin
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Leading Off
Man, there is just nothing going on in the world of Orioles Baseball. I mean, there’s some stuff. If you care about things like mini-camps for pitchers that may not make the team, or arbitration figures for players everyone knows will be on the team, then there’s stuff going on.

Join us for The Drink of the Week. Don’t forget to drink socially with us on Untappd.

This Week on the Twitters
Here is what is happening in the world of Orioles Baseball, in 280 characters, or fewer:

Congrats to Brooke, Caleb Joseph on their baby girl, Nora Ellington! #nocryinginbaseball @masnOrioles
— Jim Palmer (@Jim22Palmer) January 15, 2018

The return from McCutchen is underwhelming, but honestly, McCutchen's trade value wasn't that high either.
— Dan Szymborski (@DSzymborski) January 15, 2018

How Andy Etchebarren and Terry Crowley are NOT in the Orioles Hall of Fame is a mystery to me. Both were important role players during our glory years AND they spent many years coaching within the organization. @OrioleAdvocates @Jim22Palmer
— Camden Bird (@Camden_Bird33) January 3, 2018

Good grief. Log off, Adam. https://t.co/7AjPi4yB0L
— Eutaw Street Rep⚾rt (@EutawStReport) January 15, 2018

Around the Bases

We scraped at the bottom of the barrel to find some Orioles news, and here’s the best that we found:

* Hot Stove Slow Burn
* Frustrating “news” about starting pitching.
* Arbitration notes
* Can MLB support 32 teams?
* Orioles season ticket “perks.”

Five Stages of Gin

Scott has sprung for a fainting couch here at SD Studios. Jake lays down and experiences the five stages of grief.
Where are you on the grief schedule? What would you bargain for, with Manny Machado?

Blowing the Save

Most podcasts try to end on a high note – the perfect coda to a quality program. That’s just not our style. Each week, we’ll end on a weak note, blowing the save with an item that didn’t quite fit into the episode, or something they simply need to get off their chests. It’s our version of taking the ball and pulling a Kevin Gregg.

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