Andres Chavez

Andres Chavez

Joined: Aug 4, 2026

Covering the beautiful game of baseball from every possible angle. Writing since 2007.

Sep 14, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels pitcher Reid Detmers (48) throws against the Seattle Mariners at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Sep 23, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand (32) rounds third base to score a run during the second inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Jamie LeBlanc-Imagn Images

Sep 19, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles third baseman Jordan Westburg (11) scores during the sixth inning against the New York Yankees at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Sep 1, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Kyle Bradish (38) pitches in the fourth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

Sep 23, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso (25) waives to the fans after Game 2 of a doubleheader against the Toronto Blue Jays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Opinion

The 'Polar Bear' is showing his worth both on the field and off it

Sep 16, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; Baltimore Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo (29) hits a single during the ninth inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Opinion

These five players will be crucial next year as the Orioles try to return to October

LSU Tigers' Anthony Eyanson (24) pitches the ball as Auburn Tigers take on LSU Tigers at Plainsman Park in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, April 12, 2025.

News

Anthony Eyanson and Joseph Dzierwa look like the real deal and could be part of Baltimore's rotation at some point in 2027

Aug 30, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Yennier Cano (78) delivers a pitch against the Athletics during the ninth inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

News

Does Baltimore have the most underrated bullpen in baseball?

Aug 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New York Mets center fielder Luis Robert Jr. (88) celebrates with teammates in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run against the Chicago White Sox during the third inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

News

Somebody stands to lose significant playing time with Robert's arrival

Aug 16, 2026; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles designated hitter Pete Alonso (25) runs home to score a run during the sixth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

News

Can the slugger carry the Orioles to October?

Aug 16, 2026; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles center fielder Colton Cowser (17) is congratulated in the dugout after he hit s 2-run home run during the sixth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

News

The Outfielder Needs To Recapture 2024 Form If The Baltimore Orioles Are Going To Fight For A Wild Card Spot

Aug 5, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles designated hitter Coby Mayo (16) celebrates after hitting a home run during the fourth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

News

Can the Baltimore Orioles infielder become the player we all thought he could be?

Aug 1, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) leaps and throws to first base for an out against Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Justin Crawford (not pictured) during the fifth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

The infielder is unlikely to stay beyond 2028. What are the Baltimore Orioles' options?

Jun 8, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles left fielder Taylor Ward (3) looks on during the sixth inning against the Seattle Mariners at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

The Mariners got a starting-caliber outfielder. What did the Baltimore Orioles get?

Jul 12, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35) waves to the fans before a game against the Kansas City Royals at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Did the Baltimore Orioles at least get enough back?