Posts By Rich Dubroff
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Rich Dubroff
The post-Machado era begins with uncertainty and sloppy defense
TORONTO—In the first game of the post-Machado era, the Orioles began the night with Tim Beckham at shortstop, where manager Buck Showalter...
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Rich Dubroff
Behind the plate, Orioles believe Sisco will catch on
Entering the 2018 season, the Orioles trumpeted their catching as an area of strength. They had four catchers on the 40-man roster,...
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Rich Dubroff
It’s too soon to evaluate Machado trade, but not to evaluate Machado
Everyone wants to know if the Orioles received excellent value in their deal for Manny Machado. Much to their disappointment, the answer...
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Rich Dubroff
Duquette admits it’s time for Orioles to rebuild
Early in Wednesday night’s conference call to discuss the Orioles’ biggest trade in his seven years as the team’s top baseball decision-maker,...
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Rich Dubroff
Who are the players Orioles are getting for Machado?
With Manny Machado heading to the Los Angeles Dodgers and the real possibility that he can return them to the World Series,...
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Rich Dubroff
At All-Star Game, Machado prepares to say Orioles goodbye
WASHINGTON—The wait is nearly over for Manny Machado, and now that the All-Star Game is over, the Orioles can get on with...
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Rich Dubroff
Manfred says Orioles need ‘compelling’ bid to host All-Star Game
WASHINGTON—The Orioles haven’t hosted an All-Star Game since 1993. That event was, by all accounts, wildly successful. The team has applied in...
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Rich Dubroff
Nick Markakis’ first All-Star Game and an Oriole prospect that got away
WASHINGTON—After 13 seasons and nearly 2,200 hits, Nick Markakis is finally an All-Star. For years when he was a perfectly qualified candidate,...
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Rich Dubroff
Machado trade talk at All-Star Game media day goes on and on
WASHINGTON—With his Orioles’ All-Star Game cap perched backward on his head, the American League’s starting shortstop patiently fielded question after question during...
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Rich Dubroff
Thanks for stopping by — and welcome!
Starting today, I have a new forum to do what I truly love doing — writing about the Orioles. After 2 1/2...
