Baltimore Orioles Thread: Orioles Magic

[Guest]

Just read that Reynolds has an option for $11 million. That doesn't bode well for trading him, and I think the Orioles will either look to decline that option and hopefully negotiate some sort of extension at a lower annual amount (like the Carlos Quinten extension this summer) or just let him walk.

[BazookaJoe5]

I will comment on your guys posts in a little bit, but wanted to say that Buck was "Honorary Captain" at the Ravens game today, and he got the loudest cheer I've ever heard there...as a season ticket holder for ten years. It was a cool moment.

[Guest]

Luis Ayala's option was picked up, and I thought that was a good move. The Orioles also declined Mark Reynolds' $11 million option, but could bring him back at a lower amount, which I am OK with. The market for 1B will be thin, and I think putting him back there could be the best move the Orioles could make, all things considered.

Rick Peterson also has permission to interview with Boston for their pitching coach vacancy, but that was reported almost a week ago so I am pretty sure nothing has come of it yet. I really like the work he did along with Chris Correnti, and hope they are both working with the Orioles prospects for years to come.

[Guest]

I like the addition of Alexei Casilla off waivers from the Twins. That gives us a good glove to put at second base, and while he's not that great of a hitter, he is much better than what was sent out there last season. Casilla also has flexibility to play elsewhere if needed, and is a good base-stealer, which is needed as well.

[Guest]

Hearing there is early interest in Jonny Gomes to fill a spot against left-handed hitting and to platoon at DH for that same reason. Could also play some in left and get time at first.

Given the Blue Jays trade that upped the ante in the AL East, what do you guys think our O's need to do to keep pace this off-season?

[Guest]

SEATTLE -- Looking to add depth to the infield, the Seattle Mariners have acquired versatile Robert Andino from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for reserve outfielder Trayvon Robinson.

The trade was made Tuesday and instantly gives the Mariners an experienced infielder who can play second base, third base and shortstop. Despite struggling at the plate, Andino has played in 266 games the last two seasons for the Orioles. Andino started 106 games last season for the Orioles, including 96 at second base.

Seattle general manager Jack Zduriencik says the ability to add a versatile infielder with proven experience was appealing.

Robinson played in 90 games over the past two seasons for the Mariners. He hit .215 in his limited major league time, but was caught in a log-jam of outfielders seeking playing time in Seattle.

http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/86...timore-orioles

Anyone know anything about Robinson? I think we sold low on Andino here, but he did struggle on offense this year.

[Guest]

Hale leaving the club to be bench coach with the Blue Jays. I would like to see Mike Bordick take that spot on the coaching staff for next season, and he would definitely help with coaching up the infield as well.

Word is out that the team also doesn't expect to offer arbitration to Mark Reynolds, but is trying to work out a contract with him before the Friday deadline. I'd like to see him back, personally.

[Guest]

BALTIMORE (AP) -- The Baltimore Orioles have acquired infielder Danny Valencia from the Boston Red Sox for cash.

The 28-year-old Valencia played in 44 games with Minnesota and Boston last season. He hit a combined .188 with three homers and 21 RBIs.

Valencia broke into the majors in 2010 with the Twins and had his best season in 2011, batting .246 with 15 homers and 72 RBIs in 154 games.

To make room on the 40-man roster, the Orioles designated infielder Joe Mahoney for assignment. Mahoney made his major league debut with Baltimore in 2012, going 0 for 4 in two games.

http://sports.yahoo.com/news/orioles...5186--mlb.html

Another low-risk signing, just for cash. Not a bad move by Duquette.

[Guest]

The Orioles have shown interest in Brett Myers, who plans to pitch as a starter in 2013, according to Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports (via Twitter). The Twins and Royals are among the other American League teams in on the right-hander. Here's more on the O's..

Dan Duquette spoke with reporters at the meetings and said that the team still has interest in re-signing Nate McLouth and Joe Saunders, Eduardo A. Encina of The Baltimore Sun tweets. Duquette added that the club has not had contact with Jim Thome and is not sure if he intends to play next season.
The O's feel good about their second base options and their priority remains trading for a middle-of-the-order bat, according to Britt Ghiroli of MLB.com (via Twitter).
Manager Buck Showalter has narrowed the third base coach search down and hopes to have it done by the end of the meetings, Encina tweets.

Read more at http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/#WujWW0LjZDUf5BJm.99

Myers would be an interesting piece to add, but I'm more concerned about a hitter for the middle of the order. It seems like the Orioles want to see who that player could be before they bring back either McLouth or Reynolds.

[Guest]

Sweet! He was solid defensively for us and a clutch bat in the playoffs. Since the team still wants to add an impact bat, I think Reynolds is done unless we can't find anyone else at a reasonable cost.

The Orioles have agreed to terms with Nate McLouth, according to Brittany Ghiroli of MLB.com (via Twitter). It will be a one-year deal, tweets Ghiroli. Dan Connolly of the Baltimore Sun first reported that the two sides were closing in on an agreement.

Earlier today, we heard that while the Orioles were doing their due diligence on Nick Swisher, McLouth remained the team's top outfield priority. Baltimore had also inquired on Diamondbacks outfielder Jason Kubel, according to Eduardo A. Encina of the Baltimore Sun. I'd imagine the agreement with McLouth will greatly reduce Baltimore's interest in Swisher and Kubel, but that's just my speculation.
Read more at http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/#4gOMq5y3YQ0OFdoy.99

http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2012/1...te-mclout.html

[Leftwich]

I wonder how much we paid for him

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[Guest]

I wonder how much we paid for him

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The Sun is reporting $2 million with $500,000 in possible bonuses.

[Leftwich]

The Sun is reporting $2 million with $500,000 in possible bonuses.

If hes as good in the field and at the plate as last season, thats a hell of a good deal.


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[Guest]

Conor Jackson signed to a minor league deal. Nice job to provide depth for the team, and he'll likely be competing with Danny Valencia for a roster spot.

Also, speculation is that the Orioles are out on Nick Swisher now. I definitely see that power bat coming from a trade now.

[Guest]

Well, guess our 1B/DH signings are going to be Conor Jackson and now Travis Ishikawa. I can only see one making the roster if no other moves are made. It seems that the FO is still making the decision on whether or not to pursue Adam LaRoche.

We also signed Daniel Scherleth to a deal as well, which could provide another solid bullpen arm if he is healthy this season.