Baltimore Orioles: Five Reasons To Continue Watching The 2019 Orioles

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BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – JUNE 14: Trey Mancini #16 of the Baltimore Orioles looks on against the Boston Red Sox at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on June 14, 2019 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) /

As expected 2019 has been a miserable season for the Baltimore Orioles. However, there’s still plenty of reasons to tune in to each game. Here are five reasons why.

The Baltimore Orioles finished 47-115 in 2018. In 2019 (21-50) they’re on pace to finish with the exact same record as they have shown little to no improvement.

Though expected, it’s a dark time to be an Oriole fan. Visiting fans flock Camden Yards with the Orioles fans in attendance left quiet, there hasn’t been a series victory to celebrate in nearly two months, and more trades of productive players are incoming.

Despite all this, there’s plenty of reasons to keep watching the 2019 Baltimore Orioles play.

Let’s look at five reasons why starting with nearly everyone’s favorite current Oriole.

Enjoy Watching Trey Mancini In an Orioles Uniform

Trey Mancini has been a pleasure to watch in Birdland over the last few seasons, but 2019 has been the best of them all for the O’s slugger. Mancini has posted all-star numbers as he’s batting .310 with 16 home runs so far this season.

However at age 27 and being a member of an Orioles team likely still five or more years away from being contenders there’s a good chance Mike Elias and company trade Mancini.

With Mancini being on a team friendly deal and with several years left on his contract he’d bring back a large prospect haul, and if offered the right deal the Orioles will probably take it.

Thus, enjoy having Mancini in white and orange while you can. He may be in a different uniform come the end of July.

Every Fifth Day Is John Means Day

For the first time in several years, the Baltimore Orioles might just have an ace. 26-year-old John Means has been outstanding in 2019.

He has posted a 2.67 ERA, has held opposing hitters to a .230 average against and racked up six victories.

The left-hander has provided the Orioles a trusted arm and one that the team feels they can win with each time he takes the ball. With 2019 being just his second season there’s no risk of Means being dealt.

He may be the ace of the future, and fans should be excited to tune and watch him pitch every fifth day.

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – JUNE 14: Hanser Alberto #57 of the Baltimore Orioles bats against the Boston Red Sox at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on June 14, 2019 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) /

Future Difference Makers May Be Found

The fun part of being a rebuilding team is that there will be plenty of young players who will get an opportunity to make a name for themselves.

This year already players such as Hanser Alberto who is batting .310 this season, John Means and reliever Paul Fry who’s put together several quality relief outings have put their names in consideration to be apart of the Orioles future plans.

Throughout the season more and more youngsters will get their chance, and as a fan, you can begin to get a glimpse at which Orioles may just help turn the franchise back into a contender.

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – JUNE 14: Chris Davis #19 of the Baltimore Orioles reacts after popping out against the Boston Red Sox during the fourth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on June 14, 2019 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) /

Any Given Day History Could Be Made

You never know what could happen on a baseball diamond. A no-hitter, perfect game, four home run game you name it. Anything can happen.

Thus, why would any Oriole fan who loves baseball miss out on potentially watching history? For the 2019 Orioles, there’s plenty of lousy history that may be made.

There may even be an Oriole who reaches a personal milestone as Chris Davis is 12 home runs away from 300.

As a fan of the Orioles and the game of baseball don’t risk missing out on something rare.

BALTIMORE, MD – JUNE 17: The Baltimore Orioles mascot takes a selfie with a fan before the game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on June 17, 2017 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images) /

At the end of the day, the Baltimore Orioles have a passionate fan base that loves to see their team thrive.

Right now, the Orioles aren’t doing much winning, and many fans are waiting for Adley Rutschman, Ryan Mountcastle among others to reach the majors and become impacts before they start watching again.

However, have some pride in being an Orioles fan. Stay optimistic, try to find some players to grow attached to and hope they stay long enough to be part of something special.

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Hang in their Birdland. There’s plenty of baseball left to be played in 2019.

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