MASN All Access Podcast: Orioles

A new baseball season is just around the corner! Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte break down everything you need to know about the 2024 Orioles.

EP 33: Fantasy drafting the 2024 Orioles by MASN

Jackson Holliday, Colton Cowser and Coby Mayo have all gotten off to hot starts in spring training. Is it enough to make the big league roster on Opening Day? "The Bird's Nest" breaks it down.

Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte are once again joined by Tim Leonard to round out their teams in the "All-Orioles Draft" Draft!

The fantasy drafts are back! Tim Leonard joins "The Bird's Nest" for "The All-Orioles Draft" draft, where Tim, Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte construct lineups from players that the Orioles selected in the amateur draft.

Spring training is the perfect time to overreact to narratives. Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte break down which takes have smoke.

Spring training is here! Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte break down their initial reactions from camp in Sarasota.

The Corbin Burnes trade shook up baseball. How did it shake up the Orioles roster? Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte discuss.

The Orioles have a new ace in Corbin Burnes. Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte break down the acquisition.

The Orioles have made small moves in recent weeks. Are there holes on the roster that still need to be filled? Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte discuss.

The O's opened up their new academy in the Dominican Republic and welcomed in a new international singing class. Plus, two Baltimore prospects find themselves in a new top 100 ranking.

Jackson Holliday, Coby Mayo and Samuel Basallo grab headlines. But who are some prospects flying under the radar in the O's system that could make a big impact in 2024?

It's the first show of the new year! Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte give their new year's resolutions for the Orioles.

The O's acquired Jonathan Heasley from the Kansas City Royals. What is Baltimore getting? Plus, Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte give their predictions for when we will see some of Baltimore's top prospects in the majors.

Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte break down everything you need to know about Craig Kimbrel. Plus, what it means for the O's bullpen construction.

Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte discuss the possibility of the Orioles trading for a starting pitcher. If Baltimore hits the trade market, who should they target?

The Bird's Nest reacts to Gunnar Henderson and Brandon Hyde taking home some hardware. Plus, a look at some important roster decisions looming.

Who could the Orioles bring into the fold in 2024? Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte give their pitches for who the O's could bring in in the offseason.

Who were the best players down on the farm for the Orioles? Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte hand out their awards to the O's minor league system.

Three Orioles were nominated for Gold Gloves for the first time since 2014. Will any of them bring home the award? Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte break down the nominations.

Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte take a look back at the 2023 season and discuss whether or not the campaign was a success.

Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte look ahead to Game 3 of the ALDS.

Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte break down how the O's can respond in Game 2 at OPACY.

After a 101 win season, how will the Orioles come out of the gates in the playoffs? Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte break it down.

Brendan Mortensen and Amy Jennings give their votes for the Most Valuable Oriole.

The Baltimore Orioles are officially playoff bound. Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte react to the weekend series against the Rays.

John Means is back in the bigs. What does it mean for the O's playoff rotation? Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte break it down.

Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte talk about Jackson Holliday's promotion, Jorge López's return and what the expectation for DL Hall should be.

The Orioles had to place Félix Bautista on the injured list. Where do they go from here? Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte discuss. Plus, a look ahead to expanded rosters.

Matt Bonaparte and Brendan Mortensen construct their full strength Orioles lineup. Plus, they discuss whether or not they would have stopped at first for the cycle.

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SPECIAL EP: The Bird's Nest's LIVE Trade Deadline Show by MASN

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Brendan Mortensen, Matt Bonaparte and Annie Klaff react to the Orioles' selection of Enrique Bradfield Jr. with the No. 17 pick.

Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte break down Colton Cowser's promotion, the Orioles four All-Stars, plus a final look ahead to the 2023 MLB Draft.

Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte break down Jordan Westburg's promotion, Jackson Holliday's No. 1 ranking, and a more in-depth look at some options for the Orioles at No. 17.

Brendan Mortensen and Matt Bonaparte introduce "The Bird's Nest," a new talk show from MASN All Access. Plus, a look ahead to the 2023 MLB Draft.

Paul and Brendan debate whether the Orioles' hot start to the season is the result of a soft schedule (3:30). Then they talk about Yennier Cano's emergence (13:30). They also discuss Jackson Holliday's promotion to high-A Aberdeen (21:35) and the potential for a Heston Kjerstad promotion (27:45). Finally, Paul says goodbye (40:35).

Paul and Brendan discuss the Orioles' hot hitters (4:25), struggling bullpen arms (16:00) and dicey starting pitching (22:00). Then they wonder when we'll see DL Hall back in Baltimore (34:45) and take a look at the farm (40:05).

Paul and Brendan discuss the O's decision to option Kyle Stowers down to Triple-A Norfolk in favor of keeping three catchers on the 26-man roster. Then, Baltimore's co-hitting coach Matt Borgschulte joins the show (19:44).

Paul and Brendan break down the news that Grayson Rodriguez has been recalled from Triple-A Norfolk and will make his MLB debut against the Rangers (2:55). Then they discuss the top prospects in Bowie (43:25) and run through other storylines of the early season (45:50).

Paul and Brendan talk about recent injuries to Mychal Givens and James McCann (1:45). Then they chat about the releases of Franchy Cordero and Nomar Mazara (7:30). Next they react to the news that Grayson Rodriguez will start the season with Triple-A Norfolk (10:15). Finally they discuss the Orioles' reported trade for lefty reliever Danny Coulombe (34:35).

Paul and Brendan discuss some updates from spring training, including Mike Baumann's move to the bullpen (5:30) and recent roster cuts (8:55). Then they draft the 2023 Orioles into two teams (13:55).

Paul and Brendan put the Free Agency Bracket to rest (1:30) and run through updates from Sarasota (4:20). Then they discuss the minor trades the Orioles have made since Mike Elias took over in 2018 (8:00) and hand out grades on the major trades they've made, including the Mike Yastrzemski (10:35), Dylan Bundy (14:35), Tommy Milone (25:25), Mychal Givens (33:45) and Alex Cobb (39:55) deals.

Paul and Brendan provide an update on what's going on in Sarasota (2:55). Then they discuss the Orioles' recent history with developing pitching prospects (9:00), including Zac Lowther and Alexander Wells (20:40), Mike Baumann (24:45), Keegan Akin (26:30), Kevin Smith (33:25).

Paul and Brendan are joined by Steve Melewski to talk about his top 20 Orioles international prospect list, including discussions about Samuel Basallo (6:25), Freddie Bencosme (9:20), Maikol Hernandez (12:05), César Prieto (15:00) and pitching prospects (17:10).

Paul and Brendan break down MLB Pipeline's new Orioles top 30 prospect list (2:25). Then they discuss Jorge Mateo's long-term outlook (7:15): could he remain a starter at shortstop all season, will he be benched or could he be dealt?

Paul and Brendan discuss the latest injury news from Sarasota (2:55), then predict how high the Orioles' top prospects will rise in 2023, including Jackson Holliday (11:40), Jordan Westburg (20:20), Joey Ortiz (27:15), Connor Norby (30:15), Coby Mayo (34:25), César Prieto (36:30), Colton Cowser (40:15) and Heston Kjerstad (47:25).

Paul and Brendan preview the biggest spring training battles (2:50), including in the rotation (4:35), bullpen (19:20) and bench (28:30). Then they rank players based on the likelihood that they make the Opening Day roster (39:30). Finally the answer the remaining questions set to be asked this spring (45:20).

Paul and Brendan discuss what they learned about the 2023 Orioles during Birdland Caravan, including what the O's plan is for DL Hall (4:20), Terrin Vavra's work at first base (25:55), the potential of more free agent additions (39:20) and Nick Vespi's recovery (48:45).