MASN All Access Podcast: Orioles

EP 182: Adley Rutschman's early impact, Ryan Fuller on O's prospects

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan dissect Adley Rutschman's first three big league games. Then Orioles co-hitting coach Ryan Fuller joins the podcast (20:50) to discus...

EMERGENCY EP: He's here! Adley Rutschman to make MLB debut

21 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Adley Rutschman Day, Birdland! Paul and Brendan react to the news that top Orioles prospect Adley Rutschman will make his MLB debut Saturday aga...

EP 181: Orioles hit with rash of injuries, all eyes on Rutschman

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss how the Orioles' litany of injuries have affected the offense. Then they look ahead to Adley Rutschman's impending major leag...

EP 180: Austin Hays is on an all-time heater

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss Adley Rutschman and DL Hall's promotions to Triple-A Norfolk. Then they analyze Austin Hays' incredible hot streak and weigh ...

EP 179: Kyle Bradish and Tyler Nevin are here to stay

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan run through the latest headlines: Ryan McKenna optioned, Kelvin Gutiérrez designated for assignment and Alexander Wells' injury. The...

EP 178: Orioles prospects pushing for promotions at several positions

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan react to the news that John Means will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery. Then they discuss the Orioles' standout prospects, i...

EP 177: John Means heads to 60-day IL, how will O's replace their ace?

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss potential replacements for ace John Means, who will miss significant time with a left elbow sprain. Then they talk about Tyle...

EP 176: Overreacting to what we've seen in the O's first few games

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss Jorge Mateo's improved plate discipline, Bruce Zimmermann's home debut, Mike Baumann's potential, Tyler Wells' rough first ou...

SPECIAL EP: Season predictions and storylines on opening day

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy opening day, Birdland! Paul and Brendan break down the biggest storylines heading into opening day and give their predictions for the 2022 seaso...

EP 175: Orioles trade Tanner Scott, Cole Susler to Marlins

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Brendan and Paul break down the Orioles' trade of Tanner Scott and Cole Sulser to the Marlins for prospects Antonio Velez and Kevin Guerrero, a player...

EP 174: Who makes the team? O's opening day roster plans still a mystery

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the Orioles' conservative approach with prospects DL Hall, Kyle Bradish and Yusniel Diaz. Then they give their predictions as...

EP 173: Assessing spring training battles for infield, rotation spots

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the addition of veteran Chris Owings on a minor league deal. Then they assess the spring training battles for the O's rotatio...

EP 172: Orioles add Robinson Chirinos to complement Adley Rutschman

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan break down new Orioles catcher Robinson Chirinos. Then Steve Melewski joins the podcast to discuss his list of the top 20 Orioles int...

EMERGENCY EP: Baseball is back! What's next for the Orioles?

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Play ball! Paul and Brendan discuss the new CBA, how new rules and the elimination of the Rule 5 draft could affect the Orioles, and what's next for M...

EP 171: Your 2021 Rule 5 draft preview podcast

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan preview everything about the Rule 5 draft, listing their 20 favorite eligible players and discussing the Orioles' history in the draf...

EP 170: Comparing latest Orioles prospect rankings

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With prospects like Coby Mayo and Joey Ortiz gaining more national attention, Paul Mancano and Brendan Mortensen compare the latest Orioles prospect r...

EP 169: Orioles could be poised to strike when free agency resumes

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan reassess the free agency market in anticipation of the transaction freeze ending, going through the remaining players and determining...

EP 168: Who will be in the Orioles bullpen in 2022?

17 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the addition of utility player Shed Long Jr. on a minor league deal. Then they run through the Orioles' bullpen options headi...

EP 167: Ten prospects just outside the Orioles' top 30

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan list ten Orioles prospects who likely just missed the cut for MLB Pipeline's top 30 prospect list, including Greg Cullen, Zach Watson...

EP 166: Answering the Orioles' important infield inquiries

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How many games will Rougned Odor play? What is Ramón Urías' long-term outlook? Will Gunnar Henderson debut in 2022? Paul and Brendan answer the ques...

EP 165: Was there anything flukey about Cedric Mullins' breakout season?

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan review the results of the All-Earl Weaver Draft. Then they delve into the stats behind Cedric Mullins' breakout 2021 season and attem...

EP 164: The All-Earl Weaver Draft (Part 2)

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul, Brendan and Tim conduct rounds 8-15 of the All-Earl Weaver Draft, selecting the best Orioles from the Earl Weaver era.

SPECIAL EP: O's ink two top-50 prospects on first day of international signing period

15 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan break down newly signed prospects Braylin Tavera, César Prieto and the Orioles' new international signing class. Then they are joine...

EMERGENCY EP: Reaction to Orioles moving Camden Yards' left field wall back

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the Orioles' planned changes to the left field wall at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

EP 163: The All-Earl Weaver Draft (Part 1)

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul, Brendan and Tim conduct rounds 1-7 of the All-Earl Weaver Draft, selecting the best Orioles from the Earl Weaver era.

EP 162: 2022: The year of the Orioles rookie

06 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan predict the debut dates of several top Orioles prospects, including Adley Rutschman, Grayson Rodriguez, DL Hall, Kyle Stowers, Colton...

EP 161: Means, Lyles, then who? Filling out the O's rotation

29 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss potential rotation options for the Orioles in 2022. Then they conduct a lottery to determine the order of selections in next ...

EP 160: Should the Orioles trade, extend or keep Trey Mancini?

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the additions of catchers Jacob Nottingham and Anthony Bemboom. Then they debates how the Orioles should approach Trey Mancin...

EP 159: Create-your-own Orioles trade with these six teams

08 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the addition of righty Jordan Lyles. Then they create some potential trades between the Orioles and six team: the Diamondback...

EP 158: Rougned Odor signs with Orioles amid free agency frenzy

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the Orioles' one-year deal with Rougned Odor. Then they talk about the departure of Lucius Fox, the Cedric Mullins trade rumo...

EP 157: Orioles claim Lucius Fox, leave Robert Neustrom unprotected

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan react to the Orioles' waiver claim of Lucius Fox, Pedro Severino's new deal in Milwaukee and the additions (and notable non-additions...

EP 156: Which prospects will the Orioles protect from the Rule 5 draft?

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Mancano and Brendan Mortensen attempt to predict who the Orioles will protect from the Rule 5 draft.

EP 155: Hunter Harvey claimed by Giants as O's trim roster

09 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the Orioles' roster overhaul, including the losses of Hunter Harvey, Pedro Severino, Chris Ellis and Marcos Diplán. Then the...

EP 154: Free agency bracket: Predicting who the O's will sign

03 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul, Brendan and producer Tim Leonard unfurl the 2021-22 free agency bracket in an attempt to predict the player(s) the Orioles will sign.

EP 153: Your 2021-22 Orioles free agency preview podcast

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the Orioles' recent roster moves, then preview free agency needs, priorities and spending power for the 2021-22 offseason.

EP 152: Kyle Stowers is likely to join crowded O's outfield in 2022

19 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss MLB Trade Rumors' arbitration projections, Austin Hays and Cedric Mullins' Gold Glove cases and what the O's outfield will lo...

EP 151: Are the Orioles ahead of or behind other rebuilding teams?

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan hand out Orioles minor league superlatives, then discuss how the O's rebuild compares to others' around baseball.

EP 150: Awarding the best players and moments from the 2021 Orioles

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss changes made in the Orioles' major and minor league coaching staffs. Then they call on some friends (Roch Kubatko, Kevin Brow...

SPECIAL EP: Adley Rutschman, Grayson Rodriguez and Kyle Stowers are best buds

29 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss where Ryan Mountcastle will finish in the AL Rookie of the Year race and review their season predictions. Then Orioles minor ...

EP 149: Brandon Hyde deserves more time

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan lay out their cases for Brandon Hyde's return, discuss how his coaching staff could be improved and preview the Bowie Baysox's Double...

EP 148: Orioles approaching a crossroads with Anthony Santander

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan talk about Anthony Santander's uncertain future with the Orioles, Ryan McKenna's future value and the surging Delmarva Shorebirds.

EP 147: Baumann, Lowther and Wells are ready to audition for rotation spots

08 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the promotions of pitching prospects Mike Baumann, Zac Lowther and Alexander Wells, and how much value Adley Rutschman could ...

EP 146: Jones, Mateo and Urías are the infield of the (immediate) future

01 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the Orioles' newest infield configuration, possibilities with the expanded roster, the struggles of Paul Fry and Tanner Scott...

EP 145: Do the Orioles have a pitching prospect problem?

23 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss their concern level with the Orioles' pitching prospects. Then Bob Phelan of the "On The Verge" podcast joins the show (42:18...

EP 144: Risers and fallers in new Orioles prospect rankings

19 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss MLB Pipeline's new prospect rankings, the state of the Orioles' rebuild, the rising Delmarva Shorebirds and the O's impending...

EP 143: Chris Davis announces his retirement

13 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss Chris Davis' tenure in Baltimore, his impact on the city, his contributions to the organization and his place in Orioles hist...

EP 142: Adley Rutschman promoted to Triple-A Norfolk

09 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the promotion of Adley Rutschman, plus their levels of concern with the inconsistent performances of some of the Orioles' top...

EP 141: Freddy Galvis traded back to Phillies in deadline deal

30 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan react to the Orioles' trade of Freddy Galvis to the Phillies in exchange for minor league pitcher Tyler Burch.

EP 140: Paul Fry and Tanner Scott represent O's best trade chips

26 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan preview the trade deadline, discussing Paul Fry, Tanner Scott and other Orioles trade chips.

EP 139: Making sense of the Orioles' draft strategy

19 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan break down the Orioles' selections in the 2021 MLB Draft and discuss the possibility of Adley Rutschman receiving a promotion to Trip...

EP 138: Orioles draft Colton Cowser with No. 5 pick

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan break down the selection of Sam Houston State outfielder Colton Cowser with the No. 5 overall pick.

EP 137: Your 2021 Orioles draft preview podcast

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan preview the upcoming MLB Draft, running through the best prospects and mocking the first five picks. Then, MLB's Sarah Langs joins th...

EP 136: Everybody's got an opinion on the O's infield

30 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss who could step up in the Orioles infield after Freddy Galvis' injury (Jahmai Jones?). Plus, Sam Houston State head coach Jay ...

EP 135: Ryan Mountcastle is back to mashing baseballs

23 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the steady improvements of Ryan Mountcastle and Dean Kremer. Then they chat about candidates for the No. 5 overall pick.

EP 134: An honest assessment of the Orioles' rebuild

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss Grayson Rodriguez's start in Bowie, then evaluate the job Mike Elias has done during the Orioles' rebuild.

EP 133: Could the Orioles really have three All-Stars?

10 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Mancano and Brendan Mortensen discuss the All-Star candidacies of John Means, Cedric Mullins and Trey Mancini. Then Delmarva Shorebirds broadcast...

EP 132: Orioles minor league teams are unbelievably good

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan talk about the O's two-game win streak and the top performers in the farm system. Then Bowie Baysox broadcaster Paul Fritschner joins...

EP 131: Sophomore slumps skewing the Orioles' curve

27 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan break down the Orioles' recent bullpen struggles, Dean Kremer's demotion and Austin Hays' injury.

EP 130: Have we seen the last of Rio Ruiz in Baltimore?

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the news that Rio Ruiz has been designated for assignment and Stevie Wilkerson has been recalled. Then they break down the O'...

EP 129: Time to call up the kids?

13 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss whether Rio Ruiz, Chance Sisco and Shawn Armstrong are on the hot seat as prospects like Jahmai Jones and Rylan Bannon heat u...

EP 128: Means makes history, no-hits Mariners

06 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan react to John Means' incredible no-hitter, breaking down its historical significance and putting it in context of Means' career as a ...

EP 127: Matt Harvey is becoming tradable

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss Matt Harvey's tradability, Cedric Mullins' continued dominance, Ryan Mountcastle's struggles and more. Then O's broadcaster M...

EP 126: Surprisingly successful starters steady surging O's

22 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Mancano and Brendan Mortensen discuss the surprising early-season success of the Orioles rotation, the unfortunate injury to Anthony Santander, t...

EP 125: Cedric Mullins has unlocked his final form

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss Cedric Mullins' dominance, Adam Plutko's strong start, Trey Mancini's struggles and Ryan Mountcastle's defense.

EP 124: Means, Mullins, Mancini and the best of opening weekend

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the stellar opening weekend performances of John Means, Cedric Mullins, Bruce Zimmermann, César Valdez, Matt Harvey, Mac Sce...

SPECIAL EP: Opening day predictions, expectations and more

02 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan hop on for an opening day episode to discuss Trey Mancini's return and plans for the 2021 pitching staff. Then they provide their pre...

EP 123: Adam Plutko in, Yolmer Sánchez out

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Mancano and Brendan Mortensen talk about all the news surrounding the Orioles, including (but definitely not limited to) the Adam Plutko trade, t...

EP 122: Surviving the roster crunch

24 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss Félix Hernández, Matt Harvey, DJ Stewart, Maikel Franco, Chris Davis and everyone in between. Then, they chat about the new...

EP 121: Franco my dear, I do give a darn

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan react to the addition of Maikel Franco, then discuss what it could mean for Rio Ruiz. They also conduct the All-Mascot Draft.

EP 120: Félix's fastball, Harvey's heater and Wade's wiliness

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the roster battle between Félix Hernández, Matt Harvey and Wade LeBlanc. Then they chat about the rumor that the O's might ...

EP 119: Drafting the Orioles' current roster

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss Trey Mancini's return to the field. Then they conduct a two-team draft of the best players currently on the Orioles' roster.

EP 118: Who makes the team?

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan give their predictions for the Orioles' opening day roster and play a game of expectations for 2021.

EP 117: Is the Dark Knight the hero the Orioles need?

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the addition of Matt Harvey and predict what the Orioles rotation will look like. Then they go through the top storylines hea...

EP 116: King Félix to reign over Baltimore

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan analyze the Orioles' addition of veteran Félix Hernández and go through some potential lineup machinations.

EP 115: Orioles sign Galvis and ship Cobb to LA

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan break down the Alex Cobb trade (Jahmai Jones?!) and the Orioles' addition of shortstop Freddy Galvis.

EP 114: Should the O's trade Santander?

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan debate whether they'd rather have Hanser Alberto or Jonathan Villar. Then they discuss the possibility of an Anthony Santander trade.

EP 113: The return of Villar?

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan review the results of the All-Camden Yards Draft and discuss the retirement of Branden Kline. Then they break down the O's additions ...

EP 112: The All-Camden Yards Draft (Part 2)

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After the original recording was lost, Paul and Brendan, along with Connor Newcomb of the Locked On Orioles Podcast, redraft rounds 10-18 of the All-C...

EP 111: The All-Camden Yards Draft (Part 1)

05 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan are joined by Connor Newcomb of the Locked On Orioles Podcast to draft teams of the best Orioles players who have played at Camden Ya...

EP 110: New Year's resolutions for the Orioles

29 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan list their rules for building a World Series contender. Then they provide their New Year's resolutions, and preview next week's All-C...

EP 109: Not top 30 Orioles prospects

21 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan examine some of the Orioles' under-the-radar prospects who could impact the organization in the future.

EP 108: Not Abad bullpen

17 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss the reported addition of veteran reliever Fernando Abad and how the Orioles bullpen found success in 2020.

EP 107: 2021: The year of the Orioles prospect

10 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan break down the selections of Mac Sceroler and Tyler Wells in the Rule 5 draft. Then they predict which of the O's top prospects will ...

EP 106: José Iglesias traded, Hanser Alberto non-tendered

03 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan react to the Orioles' trade of José Iglesias and their decision to non-tender Hanser Alberto. Plus, they discuss who could fill the ...

EP 105: Why the O's moved on from Renato Núñez

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan review the Orioles' 40-man roster moves, including the removal of Renato Núñez. Then former Mobile BayBears broadcaster Steve Goldb...

EP 104: The long and short of it

19 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan go around the diamond to determine whether the Orioles have short-term problems, short-term solutions or long-term solutions at each ...

EP 103: Who's in, who's out in the O's infield?

05 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan react to the Orioles' latest roster moves, including the return of José Iglesias and the addition of Yolmer Sánchez. Then Salt Lake...

EP 102: Which teams should O's emulate?

28 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan discuss which teams the Orioles should seek to emulate as they continue their rebuild.

EP 101: Frolicking into free agency

21 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan attempt to predict who the Orioles might sign in free agency. Then Hartford Yard Goats broadcaster Jeff Dooley joins the podcast (39:...

EP 100: Concocting fake Orioles trades

14 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan throw out some hypothetical Orioles trades.

EP 99: Squeezing into a size 40

08 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan debate which prospects the Orioles should protect from the Rule 5 draft. Then Asheville Tourist broadcaster Doug Maurer joins the pod...

EP 98: Put a bow on it

29 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan hand out superlatives from the 2020 Orioles season.

EP 97: The Most Valuable Oriole debate

24 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan debate who should win Most Valuable Oriole. Then MASNsports.com's Roch Kubatko joins the podcast (38:56) to talk about Austin Hays, B...

EP 96: Too many cooks in the outfield

16 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan attempt to sort through the Orioles' crowded outfield. Then Nathan Ruiz of The Baltimore Sun joins the podcast (35:38) to discuss Joh...

EP 95: How we all underestimated the Orioles

10 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan assess the O's best path to the postseason. Then Alex Fast of Pitcher List joins the podcast (38:21) to discuss breakout performances...

EP 94: Orioles beef up the farm at the deadline

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan react to the Orioles' trades of Tommy Milone, Mychal Givens and Miguel Castro. Then Steve Melewski joins the podcast (34:00) to discu...

EP 93: Trey Mancini on entering the world of podcasting

27 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan break down potential Orioles trade candidates. Then Trey Mancini joins the podcast (41:00) to discuss his new venture into broadcasti...

EP 92: Mountcastle's time has come

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan talk about Ryan Mountcastle's imminent big league debut. Then The Athletic's Dan Connolly joins the podcast (40:40) to discuss Cal Ri...

EP 91: To win or not to win

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan weight the positives and negatives of the Orioles' hot start. Then Steve Melewski joins the podcast (34:37) to discuss the O's altern...

EP 90: Orioles flew too close to the sun

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Brendan explain their concern level with the Orioles' four-game losing streak and play a round of Would You Rather. Then MLB.com's Joe Trezza...