It’s pretty clear that Orioles fans thought more of the future of one-time ace pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez than Mike Elias did after dealing the 26-year with four years of MLB control to Anaheim for slugging outfielder Taylor Ward. Why did the Birds quit on GrayRod? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the philosophy and offseason strategy of new ownership with free agency looming.

Nestor Aparicio and Luke Jones discussed the Orioles’ trade of Grayson Rodriguez for Taylor Ward. Jones argued that Rodriguez should not have been part of the 2026 plans due to injury history and questioned the trade’s value, noting Ward’s one-year contract and high strikeout rate. Jones emphasized the need for the Orioles to make additional high-impact moves, including acquiring a frontline starting pitcher a

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