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What People Are Saying About the Baltimore Orioles (September 5)

This is the seventh article of my weekly series "What People Are Saying about the Baltimore Orioles. Sorry for not writing much as of late. Let's say swine flu and school have kept me busy...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 3 months ago 274 reads 1 comments
Baltmore Orioles' Brian Roberts' Recent Power Surge Bodes Well For Future

During the offseason, the O’s had several goals in mind. One of which was to get their young stud outfielder Nick Markakis signed to a multi-year extension. Another was to do the same for their veteran second baseman...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 3 months ago 122 reads 2 comments
What People Are Saying About the Baltimore Orioles (Aug. 16)

This is the sixth article of my weekly series "What People Are Saying about the Baltimore Orioles.This week, several topics are covered, including rookie Brian Matusz, the player to be named later in the Zaun deal, key questions for the Birds, and more..

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 3 months ago 217 reads 0 comments
Baltimore Orioles: Did Angels' Mike Scioscia Really Get Angry at Felix Pie?

On Friday, Aug. 14, part-time outfielder Felix Pie accomplished something that only three Orioles had done previously before: Hit for the cycle...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 3 months ago 225 reads 3 comments
Baltimore Orioles: When Should the Birds Promote Brandon Snyder?

Over the past year, Orioles’ fans have encountered several different debate topics regarding player call ups and minor league decisions...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 3 months ago 333 reads 7 comments
What People Are Saying About the Baltimore Orioles (Aug. 9)

This is the fifth article of my weekly series "What People Are Saying about the Baltimore Orioles." This week, the topics discussed ranged from an outside view on prospect Josh Bell to the Gregg ...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 3 months ago 221 reads 0 comments
Baltimore Orioles: With Zaun Gone, Matt Wieters Can Improve as a Catcher

Ever since fans first caught sight of rookie phenom Matt Wieters in a Baltimore Orioles’ uniform, manager Dave Trembley has continually exhibited an annoying trend...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 3 months ago 177 reads 6 comments
Baltimore Orioles' Melvin Mora Feels He Is Being "Disrespected"

It appears as though the O’s have another veteran issue with the club.The longest tenured Oriole on the 2009 squad, third baseman Melvin Mora has made himself clear to the public. His feelings for the Birds are ones of “disrespect...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 4 months ago 62 reads 1 comments
What People Are Saying about the Baltimore Orioles (Aug. 2)

This is the fourth article of my weekly series "What People Are Saying about the Baltimore Orioles." This week, all the rage is revolving around the potential call up of top pitching prospect ...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 4 months ago 183 reads 1 comments
The George Sherrill Deal Helps Baltimore Orioles in More Ways Than One

“Andy MacPhail, president of baseball operations, said he had "mixed emotions" in announcing today's trade. He hates to lose George Sherrill, a valued member of the organization who's been ...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 4 months ago 314 reads 11 comments
My Message to Baltimore Orioles Prospect Chris Tillman: Go Get 'Em Tiger

I wish to start this piece from the perspective of a prospect’s eyes.Over the years, I have gone through much in my minor league career...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 4 months ago 337 reads 4 comments
What People Are Saying About The Baltimore Orioles (July 26)

This is the fourth article of my weekly series "What People are Saying about the Baltimore Orioles." This week, the topics consist of the Birds' hunt for Sano, the Tillman callup, a rejected deal, and more...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 4 months ago 245 reads 0 comments
The Baltimore Orioles Have Yet Another Trio of Young Arms

In the Baltimore Orioles organization, three names stand out in the minor leagues. Each one has individually aided in placing the tag of “No. 1 farm system in baseball” on the Birds...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 4 months ago 207 reads 9 comments
Baltimore Orioles: Oscar Salazar Dealt to Padres for Reliever Meredith

Formerly known as a key bench player for the Baltimore Orioles, super-utility man Oscar Salazar will be heading for the West Coast in the near future...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 4 months ago 158 reads 2 comments
What People Are Saying About the Baltimore Orioles (July 18)

This is the third article of my new weekly series "What People are Saying about the Baltimore Orioles." For this week, the main headlines consisted of possible trade bait, a youngster making his pro debut, and second-half predictions for 2009...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 4 months ago 222 reads 0 comments
In Baltimore, Number 52 Is For the Big Boys

Whether it be on the man set out to doom opposing offensive players with crushing blows or a guy sent out to the pitchers' mound to close out a ball game, one thing is for certain: The number 52 has its image implanted in Baltimore sports fans' minds...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 4 months ago 29 reads 0 comments
Baltimore Orioles' Grade for the First Half of the 2009 Season

Before the 2009 season, several fans tagged the upcoming campaign as a “throw-away year." A year in which the Birds would not compete, let alone leave a dent in the AL East standings. There was one primary goal: Get the rookies’ feet wet...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 4 months ago 349 reads 4 comments
What People Are Saying About The Baltimore Orioles--July 10

This is the second article of my new weekly series "What People are Saying about the Baltimore Orioles". This week, the main focus was the Orioles' young future, with us also getting an exclusive "Blast from Birdland's Past"...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 4 months ago 52 reads 1 comments
Is Baltimore's Felix Pie a Trade Target for the Chicago White Sox?

Just a half season ago, the Baltimore Orioles dealt for 24-year old former top prospect Felix Pie in an effort to revitalize his broken career in Chicago...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 5 months ago 502 reads 17 comments
Baltimore Orioles' Adam Jones Selected To All-Star Team

Amidst their current losing ways, a star burns bright in Camden Yards. On Sunday, Baltimore Orioles' outfielder Adam Jones was named to the 2009 All-Star Game in St. Louis as a reserve...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 5 months ago 144 reads 7 comments
What People are Saying about the Baltimore Orioles—Jul. 3

This is the first article of my new weekly series "What People are Saying about the Baltimore Orioles". Every week, I will scour the Web, looking for what analysts, writers, and fans alike think about the Birds...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 5 months ago 111 reads 3 comments
Baltimore Orioles: Do You Believe in Magic?

Whether it be a walk-off homer from rookie left fielder Nolan Reimold against the Toronto Blue Jays, a two-run comeback victory against Francisco Rodriguez and the Mets, a two-out, two-run bomb ...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 5 months ago 156 reads 11 comments
Baltimore Orioles: The Opportunity of a Lifetime for Robert Andino

This article originally appeared at the Baltimore Sports Report. The dream began for shortstop Robert Andino on August 4, 2002, as he signed with the Florida Marlins and kicked off his minor league career...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 5 months ago 65 reads 0 comments
The Fantasy Baseball Week 12 Waiver Wire

This article was originally published at fantasypros911.com. Week 12 is now upon us, as the All-Star game voting is heating up and fans begin deciding who will represent the teams in St. Louis...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 5 months ago 223 reads 0 comments
Fantasy Baseball Week Eleven Waiver Wire

During this time of the year, many Major League Baseball owners are busy attempting to work out deals and scrolling through their options as the trade deadline slowly draws closer. Fantasy baseball owners are in the same situation...

Written by Lawrence Barreca about 5 months ago 197 reads 8 comments

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Lawrence Barreca Article Archive

What People Are Saying About the Baltimore Orioles (September 5)

Baltmore Orioles' Brian Roberts' Recent Power Surge Bodes Well For Future

What People Are Saying About the Baltimore Orioles (Aug. 16)

Baltimore Orioles: Did Angels' Mike Scioscia Really Get Angry at Felix Pie?

Baltimore Orioles: When Should the Birds Promote Brandon Snyder?

What People Are Saying About the Baltimore Orioles (Aug. 9)

Baltimore Orioles: With Zaun Gone, Matt Wieters Can Improve as a Catcher

Baltimore Orioles' Melvin Mora Feels He Is Being "Disrespected"

What People Are Saying about the Baltimore Orioles (Aug. 2)

The George Sherrill Deal Helps Baltimore Orioles in More Ways Than One

My Message to Baltimore Orioles Prospect Chris Tillman: Go Get 'Em Tiger

What People Are Saying About The Baltimore Orioles (July 26)

The Baltimore Orioles Have Yet Another Trio of Young Arms

Baltimore Orioles: Oscar Salazar Dealt to Padres for Reliever Meredith

What People Are Saying About the Baltimore Orioles (July 18)

In Baltimore, Number 52 Is For the Big Boys

Baltimore Orioles' Grade for the First Half of the 2009 Season

What People Are Saying About The Baltimore Orioles--July 10

Is Baltimore's Felix Pie a Trade Target for the Chicago White Sox?

Baltimore Orioles' Adam Jones Selected To All-Star Team

What People are Saying about the Baltimore Orioles—Jul. 3

Baltimore Orioles: Do You Believe in Magic?

Baltimore Orioles: The Opportunity of a Lifetime for Robert Andino

The Fantasy Baseball Week 12 Waiver Wire

Fantasy Baseball Week Eleven Waiver Wire

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