The Banner Baseball Show

The Baltimore Banner presents ’The Banner Baseball Show,’ co-hosted by Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli. Once a week, we’ll have in-depth analysis and breakdowns featuring The Banner’s roster, including reporters Andy Kostka and Danielle Allentuck, as well as columnist Kyle Goon. Nobody does coverage of the Birds like The Baltimore Banner.

Should Tony Mansolino be the Orioles' manager in 2026?

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the news that LHP Trevor Rogers has won Most Valuable Oriole (4:32). Then they make the case for and against the Tony Mansolino as the Orioles' 2026 manager (21:08). Finally, they check in on the O's prospects playing in the Arizona Fall League, including OF Enrique Bradfield Jr. and LHP Luis De Leon (54:47).

09-24
01:00:38

Mike Elias' secret promotion: What it means for the Orioles' offseason

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli break down Mike Elias' promotion to president of baseball operations (1:35), discussing why it was kept under wraps (5:51) and whether a new general manager would change anything about the Orioles' process (17:13). Then, they take a look at outfield prospect Jordan Sanchez (37:41).

09-15
44:00

Have the Orioles found a keeper in Jeremiah Jackson?

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' wild walk-off win on Wednesday night (3:48). Then, they run through some players on the fringes of the roster who may be keepers, including INF/OF Jeremiah Jackson (7:27), C Alex Jackson (15:16) and LHP Dietrich Enns (28:26). Next, they debate if Trevor Rogers or Gunnar Henderson should win Most Valuable Oriole (43:15). Finally, they provide updates on prospects Ike Irish, Caden Bodine, Wehiwa Aloy and Salter de Brun (48:50).

09-10
55:35

Why Samuel Basallo was the first Orioles phenom to ink an extension

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli break down Samuel Basallo's 8-year contract extension (1:30). Then they discuss the returns of Kyle Bradish and Tyler Wells (31:18). Next they explain Dylan Beavers' hot start (40:34). Finally, they check in on outfield prospect Enrique Bradfield Jr. (46:30).

09-03
55:15

Félix Bautista has surgery: How it impacts Orioles' offseason plans

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the news that closer Félix Bautista is expected to miss 12 months while recovering from surgery to repair a torn labrum and torn rotator cuff (1:08). Then, Paul compares the Orioles to "Lost," (24:00) and they talk about Jordan Westburg's call for more leadership (35:00). Finally, Paul and Jon and take a look at pitching prospect Chayce McDermott (46:38).

08-21
51:25

Dylan Beavers, Samuel Basallo give us glimpse into 2026 Orioles

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' hot streak (1:12) and the debuts of prospects Dylan Beavers (and Samuel Basallo (11:16). Then, they talk about impressive starts from Dean Kremer, Brandon Young and Trevor Rogers (33:06). Finally, they take a look at pitching prospect Juaron Watts-Brown (46:40).

08-19
54:15

Solving the Orioles' long-standing pitching problem

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss Dylan Beavers' impending call-up (5:17), Heston Kjerstad's absence (17:41) and the money sent out at the trade deadline to acquire better prospects (22:09). Then they dive into the Orioles' long-standing pitching problems and the importance of acquiring multiple starters this offseason (26:16). Finally, they take a look at pitching prospect Boston Bateman (49:40).

08-13
58:29

Orioles assign new prospects, Dylan Beavers watch continues

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss where the Orioles' new prospects will fit into the farm system, why Dylan Beavers hasn't gotten called up yet and how Grayson Rodriguez's surgery affects the team's future.  Then, they talk about the Frederick Keys once again becoming an Orioles minor league affiliate.

08-05
56:16

Orioles complete wild sell-off: Breaking down every trade

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli are joined by O’s beat reporter Danielle Allentuck and sports columnist Kyle Goon to break down every single move the Orioles made before Thursday's trade deadline.

08-01
01:21:16

Trade deadline preview: Who stays, who goes

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' three-game win streak (0:54) and recap the Gregory Soto trade (5:00). Then, they break down which O's could get traded (9:34), including Seranthony Domínguez, Ryan O'Hearn, Cedric Mullins and Ramón Laureano. Finally, they check in on outfield prospect Nate George (1:01:15).

07-29
01:05:45

Gregory Soto traded: Orioles net pair of minor league righties

Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by beat writer Andy Kostka and columnist Kyle Goon to break down the deal that sent reliever Gregory Soto to the New York Mets for minor league pitchers Wellington Aracena and Cameron Foster.

07-25
37:51

Which Orioles will be dealt at the deadline?

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli break down the discouraging Grayson Rodriguez injury news (6:32) and Coby Mayo's curious lack of playing time (11:54). Then they discuss whether the Orioles will/should trade these veterans: Ryan O'Hearn and Félix Bautista (21:04) Seranthony Domínguez and Charlie Morton (26:18) Cedric Mullins (28:56) Gregory Soto, Ramón Laureano, Ramón Urías, Andrew Kittredge (38:02) Finally, they take a look at the 2025 draft class (52:35).

07-22
57:24

Breaking down the Orioles' 24-player draft class with Carlos Collazo

Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by Baseball America draft analyst Carlos Collazo to discuss the Orioles' selections of catcher/outfielder Ike Irish (1:44) and catcher Caden Bodine (5:08). Then they explain why the O's like to stay away from drafting hitters early (7:39). Finally, Carlos names some potential Day 2 gems (10:47) and gauge the signability of the 24-man class (12:26).

07-18
20:00

Orioles draft Ike Irish, 2 pitchers in massive Day 1 haul

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli rehash the Bryan Baker trade (4:07). Then they break down all 7 of the Orioles' Day 1 draft picks, including catcher/outfielder Ike Irish (11:33), catcher Caden Bodine (17:48), shortstop Wehiwa Aloy (23:56), Slater de Brun (33:10), pitchers Joseph Dzierway and JT Quinn (42:42) and outfielder RJ Austin (58:11). Finally, they check in on pitching prospect Michael Forret (1:01:31).

07-14
01:08:20

Orioles trade reliever Bryan Baker to Rays for 37th overall pick

Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by beat writer Andy Kostka to break down the Orioles' trade of reliever Bryan Baker to the Tampa Bay Rays for a competitive balance round pick. They discuss the value of the draft pick, whether this means the O's will commit to a fire sale at the deadline and why this is a critical time for general manager Mike Elias.

07-10
23:14

New updates on Orioles starters Kyle Bradish, Grayson Rodriguez

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli are joined by beat writer Danielle Allentuck to discuss where the Orioles sit a week away from the All-Star Game. Then they talk about the recoveries of starters Kyle Bradish and Grayson Rodriguez. Finally, they take a look at right-handed pitching prospect Cameron Weston.

07-08
40:41

Everything we thought we knew about the Orioles' rotation is wrong

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli assess where the Orioles stand 23 games away from the trade deadline (4:55). Then they discuss some strange role reversals in the O's rotation, including the struggles of Tomoyuki Sugano and Zach Eflin (15:25) as well as the progression of Charlie Morton, Dean Kremer and Trevor Rogers (26:00). Finally they check in on right-handed pitching prospect Trey Gibson (45:48).

07-02
53:17

Buy, sell or both? What the Orioles should do at the deadline

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli are joined by columnist Kyle Goon to discuss Trevor Rogers' strong start (1:05) and Adley Rutschman and Maverick Handley's injuries (8:47). Then they look ahead to the trade deadline and predict what the Orioles will do (17:40). Finally, they touch on the tragic passing of 19-year-old minor leaguer Luis Guevara (45:35). 

06-24
47:51

Jordan Westburg really is the Orioles' glue

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles middling play (2:25) and the decision to option outfielder Heston Kjerstad to Triple-A Norfolk (10:55). Then, they talk about the importance of infielder Jordan Westburg to the O's success (27:40). Finally, they provide a minor league check-in on outfielder Dylan Beavers (41:00).

06-17
55:11

The long unraveling of former Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz

Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by enterprise reporter Lee O. Sanderlin and Orioles beat writer Danielle Allentuck to discuss their special report on the unraveling of former pitcher Brian Matusz.

06-12
36:44

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