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Alright, after some more digging, I think I'm going to go for it unless the forecast worsens. Once the rain passes, hopefully we'll get the slightly cooler, pleasant night game I was hoping for 2 weeks ago!
So of course now that I'm going, it'll probably hail golf balls and they'll wait 3 hours to postpone!
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1 minute ago, OsFanSinceThe80s said:
Looks like the rain is projected to stop between 7pm and 8pm tonight. I'd predict the game gets played, but the start time will be delayed (yet again).
https://www.wunderground.com/hourly/us/md/baltimore
Yeah, I didn't explain it well in the OP, but I thought the EXACT same thing 2 weeks ago. And the rain actually stopped BEFORE game time and they still cancelled an hour before first pitch. I was shocked they did that. And today looks like heavier rain than that day.
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I've got 2 tickets for my daughter and I tonight and I'm on the Eastern Shore. It sure looks like a rainout to me and I'm torn on what do to. We went over 2 weeks ago on a Tuesday night (Toronto series) and even though the rain stopped, the game was cancelled about 5:30ish - just as we pulled into the parking lot!! So I really don't want to do that again. But it is what it is.....
Any chance they play tonight? And also, if I called would they let me exchange at this point?
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20 minutes ago, Fiver6565 said:
It’s starting to feel like if we don’t get Gunnar signed, the rest of it won’t even matter. We have a lot of good players and several that are extension worthy as has been outlined in many posts. But Gunnar is in another stratosphere even from the best of the other guys. The talent, the results (already, not to mention the likely improvement or at least potential for that in the next few years) good health so far with the body type that should maintain - the kid is an outright superstar, and I just don’t think that is true of the rest of these guys.
I love Westburg, Adley, Colton, Jackson, Grayson. Hell I love this team. But Gunnar is The Guy and it’s not even remotely close.
Surely there is a Boras client in the history of Boras clients who has signed early? Give the dude a blank check as far as I’m concerned.
Jered Weaver!!
How's that for a random 10+ year old pull?
Sadly, he might be the only one! But yes, there has been at least 1.
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2 hours ago, interloper said:
Not sure why Mounty is getting more flack than Santander right now.
I'm guessing there must not be an "Anthony Santander 2024" thread....lol.
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10 hours ago, capyy said:
that makes sense. so basically mullins maybe gets there if he's going full speed but because holliday is calling for it mullins never goes full speed because he's not positive he can get it.
holliday definitely shouldnt be calling for that then i see what you guys are saying. he should go for it but not call for it. still would think an outfielder takes over if they know they can get it.
Someone should have called him off, it was never 2b's ball. But, rookie superstar debut....new player to get familiar with....and no matter the level, sometimes the ball is just hit in an absolute horrible spot equidistant from 3 defenders. A couple of feet in any different direction and it plays out differently.
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9 hours ago, ThisIsBirdland said:
I thought Cedric looked like he pulled up based on how authoritative Holliday was waving him off. Cedric may have anticipated a collision. Holliday probably was just a little too hyped up and will need to settle in a little bit.
Not great, but much like the rest of his game it just looked like he may have been pushing through nerves/hype a bit. No concerns for me on that; I’m just glad he’s getting this experience now versus down the stretch this year.
From the video, it looked like Holliday was shaded up the middle on the edge of the grass...which gave him a better angle than he would've had if he was playing straight up. So I think he saw it go glove side and thought "I can get that" but then it ended up being too deep. That's Cedric's ball 100/100 and if Holliday didn't chase after it I think Mullins gets there, but they've probably barely been on the field together. That kind of stuff will work itself out with time.
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Wait, it's not on MLB.TV?
I can't remember what plays what anymore! My brain is scrambled from all the subscription hopping and having to remember to cancel free trials!!
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He's literally having a field constructed in his yard in AZ. Neighbors are pissed!
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15 minutes ago, Sports Guy said:
To do the flex plan now, you have to shell out 2500. You can do season tickets for less than that depending on where you want to sit of course.
Are you sure? The website doesn't mention that. I just added a rookie plan into my cart - I already have a pro, so I can't actually try and check out with it.
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On 3/25/2024 at 11:53 AM, DenPA2002 said:
I know this is an OD discussion, but last year for the games I attended, I waited until the day of and bought them really cheap. For instance, Tue Apr 2 down the 3rd base line, tickets can be had for under $30 including fees and $45 around home plate.
Now it's only the Royals, but I'd counter and say it's also the O's.
I plan on attending quite a few games this year and skipped the ticket plan in hopes of buying cheaper tickets online but that leaves OD out, plus I like warmer weather.
Get the flex plan! Go to whatever games you want and get 15% off face value. Plus you'll get dibs to OD and playoff games (which you can flip for profit!!!
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On 3/21/2024 at 1:07 PM, jamalshw said:
I'd honestly rather Mateo than Urias if we are making the decision based on it being a LHP. Mateo is not a good hitter, but did have a solid OPS vs. LHP last year. Meanwhile, Urias has not been a good hitter against LHP in his career. His OPS was .654 against them last year.
Urias is a respectable 3-7 (.429) vs. Sandoval. Mateo is 0-2. Pretty sure Urias will be on 3rd.
Hays and Santander also have nice #'s vs Sandoval (albeit limited at bats).
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It's basically been a given that Henderson was going to get most of the time at SS this year.
Hyde said he'd "primarily" play SS. He'll still play 3b at times...but obviously way less and probably not starts.
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7 hours ago, emmett16 said:
People were talking about the HR and the hustle single, but his ABs were fantastic. 3-2 on multiple ABs including the hustle single and a BB in second AB. Folks have pointed to the high strike-out totals. 5 ks came in the first 7ABs of the spring. Remove those and you are looking at something closer to his historical line. He's been better than I expected this spring, and I expected him to make the team.
I mentioned this after the 1st ST game and I've watched several ST games since, and I've felt the same about each of his at bats - to me, he looks like he's pressing to impress a bit this year. He's taking big cuts. Last year, he was probably just happy to be up, and he looked good. He wasn't in over his head. Not a huge sample, but he drew 4 walks to 4 ks in 2023 ST. He was also basically 1/1 in AAA and basically every stop. I've been hoping all along that he makes OD....I think his eye is good enough (and learning curve short enough) right now that he should be in the OD starting lineup. I'm hoping he makes it and that settles him some. I'd hate to see him get sent down for service time only to press to get sent back up and start out in a funk.
Sportsfan mentioned it a page or two back also, but to me, Urias has to be odd man out. I don't dislike him and know he has value, but.......somebody's gotta go.
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11 minutes ago, CP0861 said:
Interesting. I'll use 50%+, but that's definitely good to know. What about sales? Do they count as exchanges?
Actually, can you post a link? I've been looking for a while now...can't find the fine print on the plans.
FOUND IT: https://www.mlb.com/orioles/tickets/season-tickets/guide
I originally misinterpreted the 50%....I was thinking exchange=forward.
You can exchange 50% of the tickets for the Reserved Membership (actual game plans) on a dollar for dollar swap.
You can do whatever you want (within the limitations of the specific level) with tickets purchased through the Flex Membership.
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1 hour ago, Going Underground said:
According to the Oriole website ,you can only exchange 50% of your ticket plan now.
Interesting. I'll use 50%+, but that's definitely good to know. What about sales? Do they count as exchanges?
Actually, can you post a link? I've been looking for a while now...can't find the fine print on the plans.
FOUND IT: https://www.mlb.com/orioles/tickets/season-tickets/guide
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16 hours ago, AdamK said:
That's what did it for me.
Same here. I had a 13 game Sunday plan for years that I gave up in 2018, but I looove playoff and OD games. I jumped back in to buy a 2024 plan simply to have access to 2023 playoffs, and then being able to get OD and 2024 playoffs would just be a bonus.
When you commit the money and can then spend it however you want, the plans are pretty hard to beat (as long as you go to at least a small handful of games per year). We got tickets to a few promo giveaway games and will probably spend the remainder on random weeknight games for slightly better $eats.
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21 minutes ago, RVAOsFan said:
So you came here to a bunch of O’s fans to brag about how much money you made selling your tickets to O’s fans for a jacked up secondary cost? Interesting.
This is literally a thread about high OD prices. I'm so sorry you don't approve, but I promise you I'm not worried about what anyone here thinks of how I spend my money.
Not bragging. Sorry you seem offended. I've paid secondary market prices myself for certain games - I'm a fan of capitalism so it is what it is, there are pros and cons. I've also offered PLAYOFF tickets on this site at face value (exchange). Was simply making the point that they're selling for 3.5x face....in a thread about high OD prices.
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On 3/7/2024 at 12:26 PM, CP0861 said:
I pulled the trigger on a $1200 flex last fall to get playoff tickets. Glad I did!! I won't use all $1200 personally, but I've spread the word to friends who might want tickets to a game or two. They benefit from my 15% discount while helping me deplete the $1200. It really is a no brainer if you go to even a few games.
I just went and checked SeatGeek....my seats are estimated to sell for $308-$328 each plus I've had a schedule conflict pop up on 3/28 since I bought them. Hate to say it, but I'm probably pulling the trigger on selling them via SeatGeek. I could pay for nearly half of my plan with the profit. Prices are craaaaazy.
I just texted my kids to get their thoughts.
Just sold them! Section 208. 3 tickets. Bought them for $294 total ($90 each plus $24 in fees) and just sold them for $349 each, or $1,047. My cut will be $942 after fees.
That pays for buying the 3 OD tickets plus more than half of the $1200 for my plan.
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1 hour ago, DirtyBird said:
Flex plan is really a can't lose situation. Just spend the pre-paid funds on good seats for desirable games - you will get at least your money back on Seat Geek if you can't use them and then, as a Birdland Member, you still get your discounted prices for the games you end up being able to attend.
I pulled the trigger on a $1200 flex last fall to get playoff tickets. Glad I did!! I won't use all $1200 personally, but I've spread the word to friends who might want tickets to a game or two. They benefit from my 15% discount while helping me deplete the $1200. It really is a no brainer if you go to even a few games.
I just went and checked SeatGeek....my seats are estimated to sell for $308-$328 each plus I've had a schedule conflict pop up on 3/28 since I bought them. Hate to say it, but I'm probably pulling the trigger on selling them via SeatGeek. I could pay for nearly half of my plan with the profit. Prices are craaaaazy.
I just texted my kids to get their thoughts.
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2 hours ago, Frobby said:
Holliday definitely looks like he’s hit the weight room. Swung through a pretty hittable breaking ball in his first at bat.
To me, he looked like he was trying to kill it a bit too much in both at bats. He pulled out a bit on the K swing and took a big final cut on the 2nd AB also. Eager young buck swings. And yes, the biceps looked legit. He wasn't small last year - I think his 14 year old babyface throws people off, but he's definitely noticeably bigger.
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Torn/pulled obliques SUUUUUCK. Feels like a sharp knife slicing your ribs. I went through it once or twice back in the day from swinging too hard trying to hit bp bombs during early cold practices (of course without stretching). And there's nothing you can do but wait or it will linger. Took me a solid 4 weeks the last time - but obviously I didn't have a pro medical staff.
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What about Hunter Harvey?
He's settled in pretty nicely with the Nats. Recorded 10 saves last year. 2 years of control in which the Nats will be going nowhere.
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15 minutes ago, ChangeRoadUnis said:
I chewed tobacco for 11 years, quitting in 1988. I never once spilled my tobacco juice on anyone and I've never had anyone spill their juice on me. So, I think your reaction is completely overblown.
I'm not saying spilling alone is reason enough to ban it, it's one of multiple.
Tonight's game - any chance it's NOT rained out?
in Orioles Talk
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At least with a delay, I could've had my beer and hot dog!
On 5/14, the game was cancelled about 5:30ish for a 6:35 start. I was listening to 98Rock all the way in - hoping for any kind of update. They mentioned the rain (which was just a moderate drizzle) before the game and a possible delay. We pulled into the parking lot (rain had stopped at this point) and noticed people walking the other direction back INTO the parking lot, literally as 98 Rock was reading the starting lineups. We checked MLB and it had updated the game as "postponed". Then, a minute or 3 later, 98 Rock caught up and announced it was postponed.
I guess they were anticipating the rain to come back hours later?
I definitely agree, if they are going to potentially cancel games an hour before or 3 hours after, there has to be a better way of communicating.