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Brad Wakai

Brad Wakai

Joined: Oct 23, 2023

Brad Wakai graduated from Penn State University with a degree in Journalism. While an undergrad, he did work at the student radio station covering different Penn State athletic programs like football, basketball, volleyball, soccer and other sports. Brad currently covers the Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros for Sports Illustrated/FanNation. He is also the Lead Contributor for Nittany Lions Wire of Gannett Media where he continues to cover Penn State athletics. Brad is the host of the sports podcast I Said What I Said, discussing topics across the NFL, College Football, the NBA and other sports. You can follow him on Twitter: @bwakai

Aug 29, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Baltimore Orioles left fielder Colton Cowser (17) is greeted after hitting a three run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the fifth inning at Dodger Stadium
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Baltimore Orioles Continue To Be Impressed With Star Rookie Amid Breakout Season

The Baltimore Orioles are certainly excited about the future of their star rookie after he looks like the next great player for this franchise.

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Sep 2, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) reacts after crossing home plate following a first inning solo home run against the Chicago White Sox at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
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Gunnar Henderson Officially Makes Baltimore Orioles History With Latest Blast

Some Baltimore Orioles history was made on Wednesday when Gunnar Henderson hit a leadoff blast.

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Jun 26, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Grayson Rodriguez (30) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
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Baltimore Orioles Injured Pitchers 'Confident' They'll Return This Month

It sounds like some of the Baltimore Orioles injured pitchers are confident they will be back in the mix this month.

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Jun 23, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jordan Westburg (11) celebrates after hitting a home run against the Houston Astros in the sixth inning at Minute Maid Park
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Baltimore Orioles Get Huge Injury Update About All-Star Infielder

After a tough stretch on the injury front, the Baltimore Orioles have received a massive update regarding their All-Star infielder.

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Aug 3, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Zach Eflin (24) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field
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Baltimore Orioles Activate Injured Star Pitcher, Move Veteran Infielder to IL

The Baltimore Orioles are getting back one of their most important pitchers, but will also be without one of their veteran defenders for some time.

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Mar 16, 2024; Sarasota, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles infielder Coby Mayo (86) scores a run during the fifth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Ed Smith Stadium
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Baltimore Orioles Reportedly Calling Up Coby Mayo for Second MLB Stint

The Baltimore Orioles will reportedly give their star prospect another shot in the Majors by promoting him for the September call up period.

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Jul 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez (30) reacts following a strikeout against the Seattle Mariners to end the sixth inning at T-Mobile Park
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Could Baltimore Orioles Move Their Injured Star Into the Closer Role?

An interesting idea has been floated about the Baltimore Orioles potentially converting their star starting pitcher into a closer for the stretch run of this season.

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Jul 6, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Baltimore Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle (6) walks off the field at the end of the top of the fourth inning against the Oakland Athletics at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
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Baltimore Orioles Officially Place Star Slugger on Injured List

Another one of the Baltimore Orioles stars has gone down with an injury.

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Aug 4, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles designated hitter Eloy Jimenez (72) celebrates after hitting a RBI single during the third inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field
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Baltimore Orioles New Slugger Finding Success Because of Simple Reason

The Baltimore Orioles new slugger is putting up a great stretch of play, and it could come down to one simple reason.

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Mar 2, 2024; Sarasota, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles infielder Coby Mayo (86) looks on during the first inning against the New York Yankees at Ed Smith Stadium
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Baltimore Orioles Star Prospect Given Direction for How to Get Back in MLB

The path for one of the Baltimore Orioles star prospects to get back into the Majors is now clear after his first stint.

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Aug 23, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles right fielder Anthony Santander (25) reacts after hitting a eighth inning grand slam against the Houston Astros at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
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Baltimore Orioles Using Game-Changing Grand Slam as Season's Turning Point

With the Baltimore Orioles reeling recently, they are hoping to use this game-changing moment to turn their season around.

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Aug 16, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde (18) stands in the dugout during the second inning against the Boston Red Sox at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
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MLB Insider No Longer Believes Baltimore Orioles Will Be American League Champs

After believing in the Baltimore Orioles all season long, one MLB insider no longer thinks they will win the American League.

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