Locked On Orioles - Daily Podcast On The Baltimore Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles kicked off their offseason on Wednesday with two moves — declining Jordan Lyles' 2023 $11 million player option, and claiming outfielder Daz Cameron off waivers from the Detroit Tigers. Host Connor Newcomb breaks down each move discusses what they mean for the Orioles, including:

-Could the O's still bring Lyles back?

-Does this move mean the Orioles will spend more or less in free agency

-Can Baltimore make the fix that allows Cameron to finally realize his potential?

Connor also discusses the moves to outright catchers Anthony Bemboom and Cam Gallagher off the 40-man roster.

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Nick Vespi and Bruce Zimmermann each had success in the big leagues with the Baltimore Orioles this season, but they also each spent significant time in Triple-A. So the question is — can either guy carve out a significant role in Baltimore in 2023? Host Connor Newcomb recaps the seasons for both Vespi and Zimmermann and discusses:

-Vespi riding the Norfolk shuttle all season long

-How he was able to get righties out at a much higher clip than lefties

-What in the world made Zimmermann go from the Orioles ace to Triple-A in the span of a month?

-Is there a chance he could even get DFA'd this offseason?

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After he put together a great rookie season out of the bullpen in 2021, Tyler Wells was moved to the Baltimore Orioles starting rotation in 2022. Host Connor Newcomb takes a look at how Wells performed in that new role and discusses:

-His drop in strikeouts and low walk rate

-Why his dip in velocity was not an issue

-How injuries impacted Wells this season

-Can Tyler Wells win a rotation spot with the 2023 Orioles?

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With the World Series over, the MLB offseason has officially begun, and that means it could be 'liftoff' for the Baltimore Orioles. Host Connor Newcomb previews the Orioles entire offseason and talks through every decision that could be made, including:

-Which prospects other than Grayson Rodriguez will be added to the 40-man roster?

-Are the Orioles really going to pursue a shortstop like Carlos Correa or Trea Turner?

-Could Trey Mancini come back to Baltimore?

-Would the Orioles trade Jordan Westburg and Colton Cowser for an ace?

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Dillon Tate and Cionel Pérez each played a key role in the Baltimore Orioles bullpen morphing into one of the best units in baseball this season. Host Connor Newcomb breaks down the 2022 season for both player and discusses:

-Tate's improvement in stuff and command

-How he thrived in high-leverage situations

-Pérez's nasty stuff from the left side

-How he kept he ERA so low despite the underlying numbers predicting otherwise

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Kyle Bradish was dominant at times, and also struggled at times during his rookie season with the Baltimore Orioles in 2022. So how much better can he get? Host Connor Newcomb is joined by WBAL Radio Producer Ryan Chell to break down Bradish's rookie year and discuss:

-His incredible starts against the Cardinals and Astros

-Why Bradish is better when he throws more breaking balls

-How adding a sinker helped up his game in the second half

-Is Bradish a lock for the 2023 Orioles starting rotation?

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Ramón Urías and Terrin Vavra each had their fair share of success in the Baltimore Orioles infield this season, but now the question is — could either of them be the Orioles starting second baseman in 2023? Host Connor Newcomb breaks down the seasons for Urías and Vavra, and discusses:

-Urías' success when hitting the ball in the air

-His Gold Glove defense at third base

-Vavra's ability to control the strike zone

-Is there a place for him with the 2023 Orioles?

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Rougned Odor and Tyler Nevin each certainly had their rough patches this season, but were the bad moments enough to say that they have each played their last games for the Baltimore Orioles? Host Connor Newcomb breaks down the seasons for Odor and Nevin and discusses:

-Nevin complete loss of playing time in the second half

-Why he may end up being a AAAA player

-Odor's ability to hit in the clutch

-Why the Orioles loved his defense, but the stats sure didn't

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There was a report floating around last week that the Baltimore Orioles could go after Jacob deGrom in free agency this offseason. Is that even plausible? Host Connor Newcomb answers that question and more on another 'Mailbag Monday' episode. Connor also discusses topics including:

-Why would Adley Rutschman agree to a contract extension right now?

-Would it make sense for the Orioles to pursue Michael Conforto?

-Why do you always put Jordan Westburg and Joey Ortiz in mock trades?

-And much more!

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Jordan Lyles ate plenty of innings this season, but will the Baltimore Orioles bring him back in 2023? Host Connor Newcomb breaks down Lyles' first season with the Orioles and looks into how he helped Baltimore both on and off the field.

Then, Connor discusses the options the Orioles have with the Lyles, and makes his prediction on whether or not the O's will pick up his club option for 2023.

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