Jason Parks on the Orioles’ young starters
Jason Parks of Baseball Prospectus weighs in on the Orioles’ young pitchers.
ON Top 50 Prospects – #9: Parker Bridwell
A three sport star in high school (football, baseball & basketball), Parker Bridwell signed for an over-slot bonus of $625,000 as the Orioles’ 9th round selection in the 2010 draft. Now that he’s focusing on one sport the projectable righty has the ability become a serious threat on the mound.
Scouting Zach Britton’s Big League Debut
A thorough breakdown of Zach Britton‘s major league debut: detailed analysis of each pitch, his mechanics and mound presence.
Getting Defensive: Analyzing Baltimore’s Defensive Efficiency
Just how efficient should we expect Baltimore’s defenders, about a third of whom are new additions, to be this year, and just what kind of impact might that have on the numbers of Mr. Britton, the rookie ground-ball-machine?
Monday News and Notes
A look at some Pitch F/X data from Chris Tillman‘s six no-hit innings and your daily dose of Zach Britton articles.
Series Preview: Tigers at Orioles (4/4 – 4/7)
With just about as much momentum as they could possibly have, the Orioles play their first home series coming off a three game sweep of the Tampa Bay Rays.
Britton’s Stellar Debut Leads to O’s Sweep of Rays
Zach Britton made his Orioles debut today, pitching six innings of one run ball while Mark Reynolds hit two doubles for the Birds.
Sunday News and Notes
Detailing Brian Matusz‘s injury, Adam Jones‘ comment on Nick Markakis‘ game saving catch, a look at the minor league rosters and more.
Roberts’ Homer, Tillman’s 6 No-Hit Innings Carry O’s Past Rays
After six shutout innings by Chris Tillman, Brian Roberts hit a 3 run shot that put the Orioles on the board and eventually gave them the win.
Guthrie Shuts Down Rays as Orioles Roll to Victory in Opener
Jeremy Guthrie’s 8 scoreless innings and Brian Roberts‘ 2 RBI triple powered the Orioles to victory in 2011 opener.
