This week on The Bat Around, Paul Valle returns as the guys recap a decent week for the Orioles and profile the exciting new addition of Jorge Mateo. They are joined by Stan "The Fan" Charles at 10:20, who will talk to them about how the 2021 playoffs might round out, and how the Orioles might follow up their quiet trade deadline in the offseason. Then, the guys discuss Mike Elias' comments about the Orioles closing the gap in the AL East, and getting closer to entering their competitive window. At 11:45, Todd Karpovich joins the show to discuss the sudden improvement the Orioles made after the All-Star break, and the potential impact of various minor leaguers in the future. Then, the winner of Take to Rake is announced, and the guys close out the show. That and more on The Bat Around!