Orioles Magic: The Podcast

The Orioles aren't in playoff contention but you wouldn't know that by watching them. Orioles reporter Brittany Ghiroli joins MLB.com's Tim McMaster to examine their winning ways in September and identify positive signs from Jonathan Schoop and others after coming back from injury.

The O's have fallen from playoff contention. Orioles reporter Brittany Ghiroli joins MLB.com's Tim McMaster to look back on how Baltimore fell short of making the playoffs and where they stand heading into next season.

Baltimore's hit a wall heading into September. Orioles reporter Brittany Ghiroli joins MLB.com's Matt Waymire to look back at how they ended up in second to last place heading into September and how their lack of veteran hitters has been the difference maker.

What's going on with Miguel Gonzalez? Orioles reporter Brittany Ghiroli joins MLB.com's Tim McMaster to explain why Gonzo's struggling on the mound and how recent injuries could affect their September performance.

Can the Orioles begin to create some separation in the division the next few weeks? Orioles reporter Brittany Ghiroli joins MLB.com's Matt Waymire to talk about their next few road trips and how telling they could be, spotlight Greg Garcia's at-bat in the O's 18-2 win, whether or not there are holes to fill in the pitching staff and dish on Chris Davis' solid season so far.

Orioles reporter Brittany Ghiroli joins MLB.com's Tim McMaster to update when Matt Wieters and J.J. Hardy could return, spotlight what Chris Davis is doing right at the plate and try to explain what went wrong with Travis Snyder's time with the club.

Baltimore looks to stay in the race after acquiring Gerardo Parra at the Trade Deadline. Orioles reporter Brittany Ghiroli joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to touch on the fit Parra has been for this team, the importance of Chris Tillman to the Baltimore rotation and being the underdog as the Orioles try to fight their way into the playoffs.

Are the Orioles interested in trading for Justin Upton? Orioles reporter Brittany Ghiroli joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to touch on how Upton could improve the O's squad, what the Orioles are willing to trade for a guy like Carlos Gonzalez and whether it's possible that Baltimore could part with Major League arms to improve the future of the club.

How big of a deal will it be if the Orioles don't hit the ground running in the second half? Orioles reporter Brittany Ghiroli joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to reflect on the last few games, how they'll be buyers not sellers at the deadline, and why Baltimore will stay true to their club philosophy when it comes to trades.

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