BamaOsFan

Those 1968, 1969 & 1970 teams are the reason that I'm a big Orioles fan from way down in North Alabama. I remember seeing on the evening news in October of 69, Walter Cronkite showing the bird cartoon logo with tears running down it's face when losing in the 69 series. I cried right along as I could not believe it either. Then the magical 1970 series againt the Big Red Machine. The Orioles were too strong in that series. Thought we had the 1971 series against the Pirates, but it wasn't to be. And those American League Championship series against the mighty A's. Great series, but we just couldn't put them away. The 1979 series still haunts me today. Up 3 games to 1 only to once again come up short. Today the Sister Sledge song, "We Are Family" gets quickly silenced. The magic is coming back and I'm extrememly exited with the new ownership. Finally, we have people that want to win NOW. See you in Sarasota!

As much as I'd love for the Os to improve on 83 wins, I just don't see it with the present lineup. The bullpen saved us last year and to expect them to do the same this year is asking a lot. If Means can come back in June and return to form it's possible. The schedule improves for the O's, but also for everyone else in the AL East. Can Santander duplicate his numbers? Will Henderson continue to develop to be afront line starter? Can we avoid serious injuries? There are a lot of unknowns moving forward. Still a trade for a true durable front line starter is a must IMO for this team to seriously contend for a playoff spot.

I know it's early, but so far Davis seems to be a different player at the plate. For those that have had the opportunity to see him this spring what is contributing to his success?

Last year I predicted a 63-99 record and we know how that ended. I'll be surprised if we add to our win total of 54. Can't see anyone worse.

Let's hope his bout with the Flu is short lived. I want to see him perform with this added muscle. Can only hope it will make a difference.

Much rather have the "angry" bird logo pictured left. Wonder why this logo has never been used on a official hat? I've seen it on just about everything else Orioles.

As long as we are improving I'll take 63-99 and be satisfied. I believe we finish ahead of the Tigers again and maybe another club or two.

Heading down Friday March 13 through Saturday 21. Will be interesting to see who out of the 60 some odd invites, the ones that will head north. Can't wait to get on the sand at Siesta Key and to Ed Smith.

Cashner. Been there. Not scared.

Yes it will. Also as the article states: <Teams won’t be able to use the IL as a precaution for relatively minor injuries in 2020>

Word of caution on Ed Smith and the sun. Sitting down low is a great seat, but also puts you in the sun for pretty much all game (take plenty of sunscreen). Sounds great, but it can get pretty hot 1:00 - 3:00 in the afternoon. If that's not you cup of tea, the shade will be up in the upper sections on the first base side. There is usually a cool breeze the higher you sit in that section as well.

His handling of pressure seems to be an issue.

Will be there March 13 - 20. Staying on Siesta Key.

He sure pitched well for us until being traded last year. He is reliable and can eat up a lot of innings. He seems to respond very well to Doug Brocail and we should be able to get him at a pretty reasonable cost.

Living in North Alabama its Braves country. But, I grew up here when the Orioles were on Saturday baseball constantly. So, migrated to those Orioles powerhouse teams in the late 60's/70's. Huge fan ever since. I hope to get to that new ballpark in mid-March and root against them. ?

Bradenton (Pirates) is an easy drive from Sarasota. Highly recommended. Tickets are usually aplenty. Parking can be a bit of an issue if you arrive late. Stadium has been updated and has a huge Tiki bar behind center field. The Atlanta Braves are now in North Port, Florida which is in south Sarasota County. Should be a fairly short easy ride and their new stadium looks very nice. I anticipate that tickets will be in demand for most of their games. The Tampa Rays are in Port Charlotte which is right down I-75 south of Sarasota. Decent ballpark. Plenty of parking and tickets are usually available.

Went to that dog track last year. Felt safe, although it looks a bit rundown. Lots of air traffic around. They have alcohol and food.

If you like sun & sand, head over to Siesta Key. One of the nicest and largest public beaches anywhere. Beautiful beaches all over that area. A few miles away is Siesta Key village with good restaurants & shops. A few recommended restaurants: Columbia - St. Armands Circle Owens Fish Camp - Downtown Walt's Fish Market - Tamiami Trail Yoders - Bahia Vista Street KaCey's Seafood & More - Fruitville Road Village Café - Siesta Key (Breakfast/lunch) Duval's - Downtown

March cannot get here soon enough!

Keep him. Whom do we have to replace him? With Trumbo coming off the books the money should be available.

us next year?

Just believe there will be some improvement among the group (starters). Bundy needs to be more consistent and stay out of the middle of the plate. Karns "could" be a nice addition (build up his innings). Another year for Hess should help him develop further. Cobb should be solid and Cashner will eat up innings.

61-101 Overall starting pitching can't get much worse than last season. Davis improves slightly. Overall defense better. We bring up some guys mid-season that will make a difference.

What a player. What an idol. What a man. What great memories. RIP #20! Prayers for his family, his friends, my fellow Oriole and MLB fans.

Born and raised in North Alabama and became an avid Orioles fan because of television. The supreme success of the Orioles in the late 60s and 70's put them on the tube constantly. As a young sports fanatic I played everything available and watched everything related. Saturday baseball became Orioles baseball. Never forget seeing the a depiction of the Oriole Bird crying up behind Walter Cronkite when they lost the World Series in 69. Then the joys of beating the Reds in 70, then the letdown to the Pirates in 71. Still the Orioles were the team to hate for others because of their success. Been a diehard ever since. Been to Baltimore 6 or 7 times to OPCY and Memorial Stadium and annually head to Sarasota every spring. Looking forward to 2019.