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How Will MLB Teams Ramp Up Their Pitchers In 2021?

February 17, 2021February 16, 2021 Stan Charles Baltimore Orioles, Bruce Zimmermann, Felix Hernandez, John Means, Jorge Lopez, Keegan Akin, Stan "The Fan" Charles, Wade LeBlanc

Stan “The Fan” examines how the Orioles might cover the substantial uptick in innings during the 2021 season — and he has some ideas for how the rotation might shake out behind John Means.

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Stan Charles: With Two Rule 5 Pitchers Gone, Are Orioles Ready To Play Opener Gambit?

March 8, 2020June 16, 2020 Stan Charles Baltimore Orioles, baseball, Brandon Bailey, Houston Astros, Kohl Stewart, Michael Rucker, Mike Elias, Tommy Milone, Wade LeBlanc

With the Orioles returning two Rule 5 pitchers to their original teams, Stan “The Fan” Charles wonders whether some creativity is in store to cover innings this year.

Baseball Columns One Fan's Opinion By Stan 'The Fan' Charles

For Orioles In 2020, It’s All About The Mound

February 18, 2020February 17, 2020 Stan Charles Alex Cobb, Asher Wojciechowski, Baltimore Orioles, Brandon Hyde, Dan Straily, Dillon Tate, Hunter Harvey, John Means, Kohl Stewart, Mike Elias, Nate Karns, Orioles pitching, Stan Charles, Wade LeBlanc

Stan “The Fan” Charles says the Orioles need to make progress on the mound in 2020 … which could lead to real improvements in 2021 and beyond.