Leading Off

Hey, remember when the Orioles got swept in Chicago? The Orioles don’t They went 9-2 in their following home stand. The O’s are cruising into the playoffs, and making September games far less meaningful than they’ve been in the past – in a good way. Here at Bird’s Eye View, we try to bring even less meaning to the end of the season. It’s our gift: we bring the lack of insight and baseless opinion. After running through the usual pleasantries, it’s time for the very serious business of the Medical Wing, Drink of the Week, and This Week on the Twitters (TWotT):

* @Gwodzilla and @Buster_ESPN note that the AL isn’t even close.

* @rwags614 wonders when it’s time to drape the G.O.A.T. in orange.

* @craigcalcatera admits to the thing we’ve always suspected.

* @danconnollysun should just enjoy the ride.

* @Ello_Chop shows that we really suck at self-promotion.

Great Debates, Better Season

You may have seen our “difference of opinion” with Andrew Stetka (@AStetka) on Twitter this week over the issue of Orioles attendance. Jake thinks that the attendance in the most recent home stand was embarrassing. Scott and Andrew think he’s full of it. The guys discuss the finer points of what constitutes “support,” and why Orioles’ fans have or have not been an embarrassment in the last month or so. Andrew also shares his thoughts on the end of the season, and shares an excellent drink of the week.

Be sure to check out Andrew Stetka’s work on Eutaw Street Report, and read his guest blogs on masnsports.com. For a read through one of Scott’s favorite Orioles related blogs, read here.

 

Around the Diamond

The guys do a rundown of Orioles-related news items from the last week. Here is how they break it down:

First Base

Matt Wieters’ recovery is  the focus of an article at orioles.com. On one hand, Wieters feels like he’s seeing progress every day. On the other, he admits he’s not sure whether or not he’ll be ready to go for Spring Training. Is this a concern, or much ado about nothing?

Second Base

Mel Antonen wrote a great recap of Steve Pearce’s season, including his feelings on being DFA’d and resigned by the Orioles. There is no better story in the 2014 season that Steve Pearce, who was quoted in the piece as saying “all I wanted to do is play for the Orioles… I love it here.”

Not only are they winning, but they’re lovable. It’s a dangerous 1-2 punch. This team is fun.

Third Base

The pitching staff has revealed their favorite expletive. Has someone taken them aside and told them to knock it off? Also, Jake made Scott work overtime of bleeping out the S-bomb in this segment. Mostly because he’s a jerk.

Home Plate

September 6 has become a truly special date for the Orioles. Significant events include: