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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.
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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' addition of reliever Ryan Helsley (1:25).
Then they run through some free agent outfielders the O's should consider, including Kyle Tucker and Cody Bellinger (21:06).
Finally, they tease Baseball America's top 30 prospects list (48:40).
Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the news that the Orioles have tendered 1B Ryan Mountcastle a contract.
Then they talk about whether Mountcastle can be on the roster with Coby Mayo in 2026.
Finally, they look at a few free agent catchers.
Banner Baseball Show co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli are joined by Andy Kostka to break down the stunning trade of RHP Grayson Rodriguez to the Angels for OF Taylor Ward, discussing why it was made and how it impacts the 2026 Orioles.
Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the signing of OF Leody Taveras (4:33).
Then they discuss various changes made to Craig Albernaz's coaching staff (7:58).
Next they break down how new hitting coach Dustin Lind can resuscitate the Orioles' lineup (10:44).
Finally, they talk about promotions within the O's front office (27:45).
Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli break down new manager Craig Albernaz's introductory press conference (4:09).
Then they react to Orioles control owner David Rubenstein's comments on the team's payroll (18:28) and the departures of coaches Robinson Chirinos, Cody Asche and Anthony Sanders (22:50).
Next they discuss the news that Tyler O'Neill has opted in to his contract (29:17) and that the O's have declined Jorge Mateo's option (33:24).
Finally they talk about the return of Andrew Kittredge (36:10).
Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss what they've learned about new manager Craig Albernaz (5:00) and why the Orioles hired him.
Then they discuss the departures of assistant hitting coaches Sherman Johnson and Tommy Joseph (28:15) and the job the hitting coaches did with the O's in 2024.
Finally, they discuss how Albernaz could fill out his staff and which members of the current staff could be sticking around (40:22).
Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by Andy Kostka to discuss the news that the Orioles are hiring Cleveland Guardians associate manager Craig Albernaz as their next manager.
Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss what the Orioles can learn from the World Series matchup between the Blue Jays and Dodgers (2:12).
Then they provide the latest on the O's managerial search (7:15) and talk about why the team is being patient with the process.
Next they delve into Albert Pujols' candidacy (12:32) and what might make him a good fit for the job.
Finally they look back on their ill-fated 2025 predictions (28:30).
Co-host Paul Mancano and beat writer Andy Kostka discuss the Orioles' ongoing managerial search (1:20), including the report that Yankees bench coach Luis Rojas has interviewed.
Then they talk about Adley Rutschman's critical offseason (17:35).
Finally they touch on Coby Mayo's future with the O's (29:35).
Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss what the Orioles should be looking for in a manager (4:27).
Then they run through the list of potential candidates, including:
Bruce Bochy (12:26)
Bob Melvin (18:08)
Bud Black (21:51)
Brian Snitker (23:13)
Scott Servais (24:30)
David Ross (27:55)
Rocco Baldelli (32:07)
Craig Albernaz (34:16)
George Lombard, Kai Correa and Ryan Flaherty (42:01)
Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli react to what they heard from interim manager Tony Mansolino and president of baseball operations Mike Elias in the Orioles' end-of-season press conference, including:
Mansolino's managerial candidacy (4:32)
Importance of experience in a new manager (12:05)
Catie Griggs' role in the hiring process (18:31)
Elias' promotion and a general manager search (25:12)
Whether the front office will evolve (37:36)
Elias' not-so-lofty goals (52:01)
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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.
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.
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