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February 03, 2015 Episode 107: Punxsutawney FanFest
In the wake of Orioles FanFest, the guys recap the event (including Scott meeting Jim Palmer), and look ahead to the top of the lineup.
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1 hr 1 min
January 27, 2015 Episode 106: Let’s Play Two
The more things change, the more they stay the same. Rob Manfred takes over as commissioner, and the Orioles are still taking the offseason.
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55 min
January 20, 2015 Episode 105: The Whole Dan Shooting Match
After another quiet week, BEV asks someone from Toronto about the Dan Duquette situation, and talk to Jeremy Conn about the Orioles new flagship station.
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1 hr
January 06, 2015 Episode 104: Crickets and Tickets
During a slow news week, we talk to superfan Romeo Santos, and work on getting him into the Orioles Hall of Fame. Also: season ticket packages, and Stuart Scott.
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53 min
December 23, 2014 Episode 103: Orioles Magi
The Orioles offseason continues with inactivity. Despite minor signings, much work remains to be done. The BEV Players present a Christmas miracle.
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58 min
December 09, 2014 Episode 102: Summer Moose
Leading Off First, we want to apologize to Canada. The last thing we want is an international incident. Baseball’s Winter Meetings usually lead to a flurry of activity, but that […]
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39 min
December 04, 2014 Extra Innings: The Nick Markakis Watch
Nick Markakis is now a former Oriole. Now what?
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32 min
November 25, 2014 Episode 101: Waiting on the Hot Stove
Leading Off
It’s our first episode since our live show at Dempsey’s. Again, we want to thank everyone who helped make it a great show. In this episode, we take a Bird’s Eye View of the off season. The Orioles are sticking to their modus operandi of biding their time while the top-tier free agents get signed, so that they can clean up on what’s left. Hey – it worked in 2013, didn’t it?
As per usual, we work our way through the Drink of the Week, and then take a look at the TWotT (This Week on the Twitters):

* @KenRosenthal shares a pair of tweets on a truly horrifying deal.
* @craigcalcaterra shares some dubious tweets on Torii Hunter as a “good clubhouse guy.”
* @officialBBWAA releases the 2015 Hall of Fame Ballot – let the hand wringing begin.
* @donconnollysun breaks the story: Jim Presley is out as Orioles’ hitting coach.
* @OsUncensored does the math on Manny Machado.

Orioles Hot Stove

The Orioles have a lot of questions to answer, but they also have a lot of solid returning pieces for the 2015 season. The guys run through what is returning in the infield, outfield, starting rotation, and bullpen. In addition, they discuss possible returning free agents, and the names that have been swirling around the Birds.
What will the fate of the “Big Three?” Will the real Chris Davis please stand up? What about Matt Wieters? What about Manny Machado?
Scott plays the role of optimist. It’s weird, and inspiring, and awkward. Don’t miss it.

Truth or Truth

The guys go back to ripping off a segment from the Tonight Show. In this segment, the guys ask the big questions, all set to dramatic music.

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.

Notes and Nags
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59 min
November 11, 2014 Episode 100: Live from Dempsey’s
Leading Off
No excuses this time. It’s really Episode 100! OK, it might not actually be #100, but you’ll have to bear with us as we round up. Or down. Or… whatever. Recorded at Dempsey’s Brewpub and Restaurant, this very special episode includes a few new guests, and some familiar segments.
Before we get started, a few thanks:

* Thanks to Rebecca Parrish and the team at Dempsey’s for their hospitality (and awesome happy hour).
* Thanks to Jeff Lantz and the Orioles for making this episode possible.
* Thanks to Steve Roth of DJ Birdman, for coming through on the unenviable task of trying to make us sound good in person.
* Thanks to Zach Wilt and the rest of our Baltimore Sports Report Network sister wives, for their support.
* Lastly, thanks to listeners and friends of the program, for making this show fun to produce, even 100 episodes later.

After a quick stop off to recognize Dempsey’s contributions to our Drink of the Week, it’s time for the TWotT (This Week on the Twitters):

* @masnPete delivers some bad news about the off season.
* @craigcalcaterra reminds us that A-Rod is still a story.
* @pinstripealley reminds us that part of that story involves where he pees.
* @masnRoch reviews minor league free agents.
* @Joelsherman1 discusses the future of the Dark Lord.
* @DSzymborski illustrates the difference between All Stars and “available players.”

The Last #BrianRobertsWatch
Brian Roberts has officially retired. There is nothing else to watch. It’s the end of an era, here at Bird’s Eye View.

The Orioles Speak

As a part of the live event at Dempsey’s, the Orioles were kind enough to make a few members of the organization available for interviews. Because they did not have better sense, we were joined by:

Greg Bader, Vice President of Communications and Marketing

* The difference between speaking for a team that’s winning 96 wins, rather than 66.
* What does the 20-game season ticket plan mean for 13-game plan holders?
* The impact of dynamic/variable pricing in 2014 and moving forward.
* The impact of the Nationals on the Orioles’ territory, and the Orioles’ marketing efforts in DC.
* Baseball’s adaptation to new and social media.

Nicole McFadyen, Head Groundskeeper

* Off season care of the field.
* The players’ role in caring for the field.
* Natural crushed stone warning track: how is it performing after two years?
* Tales from the grounds crew: when the tarp simply won’t cooperate.
* Remembering the 2014 Clinchmas celebration.
* Scott’s asks about his Batter’s Eye ivy envy.

Adam Gladstone, Replay Coordinator

* Replay coordination – differences between home/away.
* Coordination with MASN and FOX/ESPN.
1 hr 27 min
November 04, 2014 Episode 99.999999999: Stump the Chumps
Leading Off
Sorry, this isn’t Episode 100, either. Yeah, we know it’s getting ridiculous, but we promise, we’ve got an excellent reason. We’re calling this one 99.999999999, so that we can make a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT about next week’s Episode 100:

Monday, November 10, 2014, join Bird’s Eye View for a live show at Dempsey’s Brewpub and Restaurant.
To maximize our Drink of the Week potential, our show will coincide with the start of Happy Hour (4:00-7:00). We would love for you to come join us for some drinks, and some O’s talk, but we’ve got one more trick up our sleeve to entice you:
The Orioles have been kind enough to make some front office personnel available for interviews. That’s right, come on out to listen to the people with real insight and valid opinion. It will be a nice change of pace.
We are very excited about this show – thanks to Dempsey’s and the Orioles for their support. We want to thank you for listening to 100(+) episodes of this nonsense. Come out and let us thank you properly.

And with that, it’s on to This Week on the Twitters (TWotT):

* @TheMobbies help us pat ourselves on the back, and we ask to vote for us early and often!
* @masnOrioles brings us exactly what we want… at exactly the wrong time.
* @craigcalcaterra has a theory about Joe Maddon.
* @cartalk pays tribute to a lost friend.

Ode to Car Talk

Today, we learned that Tom Magliozzi of Car Talk has passed away at the age of 77. Tom (and honestly, we’re not sure – is he Click or is he Clack?) made a show ostensibly about auto repair meaningful to a lot of people who had no interest in cars. Instead, we all know the show was about relationship advice, making fun of your brother, and laughing until your sides hurt. Car Talk was a fun show, one with which listeners made a real connection. It did well all the things that we do badly. Here on Episode 99.75, we pay homage to Car Talk, with the help of Baltimore Sports Report Network sister-wives Alan Smith and Charlie Hoppes.
We hope you enjoy our tip of the cap to Tom Magliozzi. Be sure to check cartalk.com for loving tributes, and if you feel so inclined, his family asks that you remember him by making a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association and your local NPR station. Come on folks, this is a way better reason than a tote bag.

Notes and Nags
Are you listening to the show on iTunes Stitcher? Are you subscribed? You totally should be! And while you’re there, be sure to leave a review of the program. Love it? Hate it? Confused? Let us and other listeners know! As always, we appreciate the support.

23 min