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.

Baltimore Orioles Photo Day

Orioles make surprising decision at Rule 5 protection deadline

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Wild Card Series - Kansas City Royals v Baltimore Orioles - Game 1

Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser robbed of 2024 AL Rookie of the Year award

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Jul 14, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA;  New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) stands at bat during the fifth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: James A. Pittman-Imagn Images

Recent Juan Soto rumors could land him in nightmare destination for Orioles fans

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Sep 26, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Corbin Burnes (39) delivers a pitch during the first inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Orioles rumors: Corbin Burnes, Shane Bieber, Walker Buehler, Christian Walker

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Baltimore Orioles v Oakland Athletics

2 Orioles prospects who should be protected from the Rule 5 draft, 2 who shouldn't

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Baltimore Orioles v New York Mets

Orioles non-tender deadline: 12 players to be cut loose or offered contracts

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Baltimore Orioles v New York Yankees

2 Orioles who'll benefit most from left field wall change at Camden Yards

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Wild Card Series - Kansas City Royals v Baltimore Orioles - Game 1

Orioles 2024 Rule 5 draft: Full details, roster deadline, players who are eligible

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Jul 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez (30) throws against the Seattle Mariners during the fifth inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Orioles news: Injury updates, qualifying offers, coaching changes, Arizona Fall League

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Nov 7, 2023; Scottsdale, AZ, USA; Baltimore Orioles general manager Mike Elias speaks to the media during the MLB General Manager's Meetings at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Orioles unveil massive outfield dimensions change for 2025

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Oct 29, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees pitcher Clay Holmes (35) throws a pitch against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the sixth inning during game four of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Orioles news: O's linked to former Yankees closer, ink rehab project starting pitcher

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May 11, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA;  Miami Marlins starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo throws against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Michael Laughlin-Imagn Images

Orioles could go back to the well with this potential Marlins trade

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Sep 22, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Nick Pivetta (37) pitches during the first inning against the Minnesota Twins at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Orioles rumors: Potential trade targets and fresh free agency updates

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May 12, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA;  Baltimore Orioles pitching coach/director of pitching Chris Holt (38) walks to the dugout before the game Pittsburgh Pirates at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

AL East rival poaches key Orioles coach

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Sep 29, 2022; Anaheim, California, USA;  Oakland Athletics second baseman Vimael Machin (31) makes a play for an out in the second inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Orioles think outside the box with most recent minor league signing

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Sep 25, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; Baltimore Orioles right fielder Anthony Santander (25) follows through on an RBI double against the New York Yankees during the fourth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Anthony Santander earns his first well-deserved Silver Slugger award

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