Organizational depth chart reveals strengths, problem areas
Mark Zuckerman
Masn
We don’t know yet how the Nationals are going to approach this offseason. Is there a chance they spend big on a free agent? Are they going to stick with their approach from last winter and sign several stopgap players to one-year contracts? What positions are they targeting most? We’ll learn in the coming weeks and months how exactly this is going
Orioles questions about Henderson, versatility, pitching and Elias
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
I recently spent about an hour taping a “Wall to Wall Baseball” show with Baltimore broadcasting legend Tom Davis that’s going to air throughout the month of November on MASN. This is more than just a shameless plug. It’s a chance to go over a few questions that he asked, though I don’t recall whether they were on the air or during breaks. We like
Source: Nats hiring Miguel Cairo as bench coach
Mark Zuckerman
Nationals
After filling two vacant spots on their coaching staff with in-house promotions, the Nationals are now filling a prime vacancy with a notable outside name. Miguel Cairo will be Davey Martinez’s new bench coach, a source familiar with the decision confirmed, reuniting the former Tampa Bay teammates and giving Martinez another experienced voice in th
Orioles Announce 2023 Holiday Gift Guide
MASN Staff
Masn
The Orioles today announced their 2023 Holiday Gift Guide, which includes a variety of ticket packages, gift cards, and team store gear that make the perfect presents for fans of all ages. The club will also host two holiday events at the ballpark, a Black Friday sale on Friday, November 24 at the Official Team Store at Oriole Park, and a Giving Tu
Mike Elias named MLB Executive of the Year
MASN Staff
Orioles
Major League Baseball today announced that Orioles Executive Vice President and General Manager MIKE ELIAS has been voted the MLB Executive of the Year. The official award bestowed by MLB resulted from voting among the 30 clubs, each of which cast a vote prior to the start of the Postseason. The Orioles posted a 101-61 record in 2023, finishing 2.0
Top prospect list includes familiar names in new order
Mark Zuckerman
Masn
Organizational prospect rankings are by nature ever-changing. Top prospects reach the big leagues and watch their careers take off. New draft picks join the list and leapfrog other established players. Some once-touted prospects lose their steam and disappear off the radar. But it’s notable how much the Nationals’ prospect rankings have changed in
Quintana trying to find balance after move to first base
Bobby Blanco
Nationals
PROSPECT REVIEW: ROISMAR QUINTANA Age on opening day 2024: 21 How acquired: Signed as international free agent, July 2019 Ranking: No. 6 per MLB Pipeline, No. 14 per Baseball America MLB ETA: 2025* Projected by MLB Pipeline Signing bonus: $820,000 2023 levels: Single-A Fredericksburg 2023 stats: 92 G, 373 PA, 321 AB, 38 R, 82 H, 11 2B, 3 3B, 4 HR,
Bigger winter priority: Starting rotation or bullpen?
Steve Melewski
Orioles
The question of do the Orioles more need a starting pitcher or a reliever may well be asked but isn’t the answer probably “both.” And can’t they get both? Not only can they, they probably will. They surely can multi-task and it’s very unlikely that any one addition will keep them from making another. Even in the same spot on the roster, that spot b
Looking at some Orioles needs with free agent and trade markets open for business (Elias honored)
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
A team that won 101 games and posted the best record in the American League isn’t primed for a roster overhaul. Heavy tinkering, if such a thing exists, also seems unlikely based on results, returnees and talent funneling through the pipeline. What are these Orioles going to do between now and Opening Day? I’ve heard some people in the industry and
Nationals announce 2024 home game times
MASN Staff
Nationals
The Washington Nationals today announced the start times for the team’s 2024 home games, highlighted by an earlier first pitch for evening contests. Evening games will now begin at 6:45 p.m., while the majority of day games will remain at 1:05 p.m., 1:35 p.m. or 4:05 p.m. The Nationals once again host their traditional Fourth of July game at 11:05