The Banner Baseball Show

Ryan Helsley signs & free agent outfielders the Orioles should consider

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' addition of reliever Ryan Helsley (1:25).
Then they run through some free agent outfielders the O's should consider, including Kyle Tucker and Cody Bellinger (21:06).
Finally, they tease Baseball America's top 30 prospects list (48:40).

Ryan Mountcastle tendered: Can he coexist with Coby Mayo?

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the news that the Orioles have tendered 1B Ryan Mountcastle a contract.
Then they talk about whether Mountcastle can be on the roster with Coby Mayo in 2026.
Finally, they look at a few free agent catchers.

Stunner: Orioles trade Grayson Rodriguez to Angels for Taylor Ward

Banner Baseball Show co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli are joined by Andy Kostka to break down the stunning trade of RHP Grayson Rodriguez to the Angels for OF Taylor Ward, discussing why it was made and how it impacts the 2026 Orioles.

Can Dustin Lind revive the Orioles' hitting operation?

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the signing of OF Leody Taveras (4:33).
Then they discuss various changes made to Craig Albernaz's coaching staff (7:58).
Next they break down how new hitting coach Dustin Lind can resuscitate the Orioles' lineup (10:44).
Finally, they talk about promotions within the O's front office (27:45).

Craig Albernaz introduced, Cody Asche departs & more

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli break down new manager Craig Albernaz's introductory press conference (4:09).
Then they react to Orioles control owner David Rubenstein's comments on the team's payroll (18:28) and the departures of coaches Robinson Chirinos, Cody Asche and Anthony Sanders (22:50).
Next they discuss the news that Tyler O'Neill has opted in to his contract (29:17) and that the O's have declined Jorge Mateo's option (33:24).
Finally they talk about the return of Andrew Kittredge (36:10).

Orioles' coaching staff shakeup begins under Craig Albernaz

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss what they've learned about new manager Craig Albernaz (5:00) and why the Orioles hired him.
Then they discuss the departures of assistant hitting coaches Sherman Johnson and Tommy Joseph (28:15) and the job the hitting coaches did with the O's in 2024.
Finally, they discuss how Albernaz could fill out his staff and which members of the current staff could be sticking around (40:22).

Reacting to Orioles' hiring of Craig Albernaz as next manager

Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by Andy Kostka to discuss the news that the Orioles are hiring Cleveland Guardians associate manager Craig Albernaz as their next manager.

What Albert Pujols could bring if the Orioles hire him

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss what the Orioles can learn from the World Series matchup between the Blue Jays and Dodgers (2:12). 
Then they provide the latest on the O's managerial search (7:15) and talk about why the team is being patient with the process.
Next they delve into Albert Pujols' candidacy (12:32) and what might make him a good fit for the job.
Finally they look back on their ill-fated 2025 predictions (28:30).

Orioles' managerial search, Adley Rutschman's struggles & Coby Mayo's future

Co-host Paul Mancano and beat writer Andy Kostka discuss the Orioles' ongoing managerial search (1:20), including the report that Yankees bench coach Luis Rojas has interviewed.
Then they talk about Adley Rutschman's critical offseason (17:35).
Finally they touch on Coby Mayo's future with the O's (29:35).

11 managerial candidates the Orioles should consider

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss what the Orioles should be looking for in a manager (4:27).
Then they run through the list of potential candidates, including:
Bruce Bochy (12:26)
Bob Melvin (18:08)
Bud Black (21:51)
Brian Snitker (23:13)
Scott Servais (24:30) 
David Ross (27:55)
Rocco Baldelli (32:07)
Craig Albernaz (34:16)
George Lombard, Kai Correa and Ryan Flaherty (42:01)