The Banner Baseball Show

Reacting to Mike Elias' end-of-season press conference

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli react to what they heard from interim manager Tony Mansolino and president of baseball operations Mike Elias in the Orioles' end-of-season press conference, including:
Mansolino's managerial candidacy (4:32)
Importance of experience in a new manager (12:05)
Catie Griggs' role in the hiring process (18:31)
Elias' promotion and a general manager search (25:12)
Whether the front office will evolve (37:36)
Elias' not-so-lofty goals (52:01)

Should Tony Mansolino be the Orioles' manager in 2026?

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the news that LHP Trevor Rogers has won Most Valuable Oriole (4:32).
Then they make the case for and against the Tony Mansolino as the Orioles' 2026 manager (21:08).
Finally, they check in on the O's prospects playing in the Arizona Fall League, including OF Enrique Bradfield Jr. and LHP Luis De Leon (54:47).

Mike Elias' secret promotion: What it means for the Orioles' offseason

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli break down Mike Elias' promotion to president of baseball operations (1:35), discussing why it was kept under wraps (5:51) and whether a new general manager would change anything about the Orioles' process (17:13).
Then, they take a look at outfield prospect Jordan Sanchez (37:41).

Have the Orioles found a keeper in Jeremiah Jackson?

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' wild walk-off win on Wednesday night (3:48).
Then, they run through some players on the fringes of the roster who may be keepers, including INF/OF Jeremiah Jackson (7:27), C Alex Jackson (15:16) and LHP Dietrich Enns (28:26).
Next, they debate if Trevor Rogers or Gunnar Henderson should win Most Valuable Oriole (43:15).
Finally, they provide updates on prospects Ike Irish, Caden Bodine, Wehiwa Aloy and Salter de Brun (48:50).

Why Samuel Basallo was the first Orioles phenom to ink an extension

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli break down Samuel Basallo's 8-year contract extension (1:30).
Then they discuss the returns of Kyle Bradish and Tyler Wells (31:18).
Next they explain Dylan Beavers' hot start (40:34).
Finally, they check in on outfield prospect Enrique Bradfield Jr. (46:30).

Félix Bautista has surgery: How it impacts Orioles' offseason plans

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the news that closer Félix Bautista is expected to miss 12 months while recovering from surgery to repair a torn labrum and torn rotator cuff (1:08).
Then, Paul compares the Orioles to "Lost," (24:00) and they talk about Jordan Westburg's call for more leadership (35:00).
Finally, Paul and Jon and take a look at pitching prospect Chayce McDermott (46:38).

Dylan Beavers, Samuel Basallo give us glimpse into 2026 Orioles

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' hot streak (1:12) and the debuts of prospects Dylan Beavers (and Samuel Basallo (11:16).
Then, they talk about impressive starts from Dean Kremer, Brandon Young and Trevor Rogers (33:06).
Finally, they take a look at pitching prospect Juaron Watts-Brown (46:40).

Solving the Orioles' long-standing pitching problem

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss Dylan Beavers' impending call-up (5:17), Heston Kjerstad's absence (17:41) and the money sent out at the trade deadline to acquire better prospects (22:09).
Then they dive into the Orioles' long-standing pitching problems and the importance of acquiring multiple starters this offseason (26:16).
Finally, they take a look at pitching prospect Boston Bateman (49:40).

Orioles assign new prospects, Dylan Beavers watch continues

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss where the Orioles' new prospects will fit into the farm system, why Dylan Beavers hasn't gotten called up yet and how Grayson Rodriguez's surgery affects the team's future. 
Then, they talk about the Frederick Keys once again becoming an Orioles minor league affiliate.

Orioles complete wild sell-off: Breaking down every trade

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli are joined by O’s beat reporter Danielle Allentuck and sports columnist Kyle Goon to break down every single move the Orioles made before Thursday's trade deadline.