Tim Smart

Tim Smart

Tim has been writing about baseball since 2016, primarily for FanSided. He previously served as both a contributor and a site expert at Birds Watcher between 2016-2019. Since then, he has covered a variety of teams for FanSided's MLB division, including the Athletics, Reds, Padres, and Tigers. He is currently the Site Expert at Birds Watcher, providing news, opinions, and analysis on the Orioles. Tim is an Orioles fan first and foremost but is also a fan of Ohio State football and the Cincinnati Bengals. He lives in New Hampshire with his family and spends his free time hiking, reading, and writing.

Oct 2, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles outfielder Cedric Mullins (31) hits a solo home run against the Kansas City Royals in the fifth inning in game two of the Wild Card round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

3 Orioles players who could be traded during the 2024 Winter Meetings

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Oct 28, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) reacts after being called out during the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers in game three of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Juan Soto destination is the best case scenario for Orioles fans

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Sep 20, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA;  Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander (25) runs to the dugout after the top of the second inning against the Detroit Tigers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

2 popular Orioles offseason targets that are off the table after Tyler O'Neill deal

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Oct 20, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Mets pitcher Sean Manaea (59) pitches during the second inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game six of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Orioles rumors: Sean Manaea buzz, and another big spending prediction

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Sep 23, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Boston Red Sox designated hitter Tyler O'Neill (17) makes contact with the ball during the seventh inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Projecting the 2025 Orioles lineup after surprise Tyler O'Neill, Gary Sanchez signings

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Aug 23, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Milwaukee Brewers designated hitter Gary Sanchez (99) hits an RBI triple against the Oakland Athletics during the ninth inning at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Orioles nab former Yankees' All Star catcher in late night deal

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May 6, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Washington Nationals pitcher Thaddeus Ward against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Orioles news: Recent waiver claim outrighted to Triple-A, free agents off the table

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One big question the Orioles need to answer at the 2024 Winter Meetings

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The two forgotten Orioles who should be in the Hall of Fame

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Sep 22, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Ryan Helsley (56) pitches against the Cleveland Guardians during the ninth inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Orioles rumors: Corbin Burnes update, wild SP market, Orioles' trade candidates

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Sep 3, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA;  Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. (88) squats by the on-deck circle before a first inning at-bat against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Potential buy-low outfield candidate likely off the table for Orioles

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Jul 9, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; MLB commissioner Rob Manfred speaks during the first round of the MLB Draft at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

MLB's latest proposed gimmick is an embarrassment for the league

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Shorebirds' Creed Willems (35) runs home against the Cannon Ballers Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at Perdue Stadium in Salisbury, Maryland. The Shorebirds defeated the Cannon Ballers 7-2.

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3 Orioles prospects who could be traded before the 2024 Rule 5 draft

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Sep 27, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried (54) tips his hat to the crowd after being removed from a game against the Kansas City Royals in the ninth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Longtime former All Star reliever projects massive haul for Orioles in free agency

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Aug 20, 2024; New York City, New York, USA;  Baltimore Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle (6) slides into home plate in the ninth inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Orioles 2025 infield looks set after most recent Mike Elias comments

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May 5, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA;  Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet (45) pitches against the St. Louis Cardinals during the first inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Latest proposed Garret Crochet trade is a sign the Orioles need to pivot elsewhere

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