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Tim Smart

Tim Smart

Joined: May 14, 2024

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.

Mar 20, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Japan starting pitcher Roki Sasaki (14) delivers a pitch during the first inning against Mexico at LoanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Blake Snell signing could put Orioles in stronger spot to land Japanese star

Shorebirds' Samuel Basallo (21) swings in the game 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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Orioles GM Mike Elias sets expectation for top prospect trades this winter

Sep 5, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants pitcher Blake Snell (7) catches the ball during the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images

Orioles finishing second for top free agents isn't good enough

Oct 30, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres (25) breaks his bat on a ground out during the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers in game five of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Orioles rival's offense could take major hit with potential free agent departures

Sep 19, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi (16) pitches against the Los Angeles Angels in the fifth inning at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Sep 19, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi (16) pitches against the Los Angeles Angels in the fifth inning at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

2 SP depth options the Orioles can pivot to after Yusei Kikuchi signing

Oct 7, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Former Baltimore Orioles outfielder Adam Jones reacts after throwing out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game against the Texas Rangers during game one of the ALDS for the 2023 MLB playoffs at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

Oct 7, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Former Baltimore Orioles outfielder Adam Jones reacts after throwing out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game against the Texas Rangers during game one of the ALDS for the 2023 MLB playoffs at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

Former Orioles star outfielder hits Hall of Fame ballot for first time

Jul 16, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; merican League pitcher Garrett Crochet of the Chicago White Sox (45) pitches during the fourth inning during the 2024 MLB All-Star game at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

Jul 16, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; merican League pitcher Garrett Crochet of the Chicago White Sox (45) pitches during the fourth inning during the 2024 MLB All-Star game at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

Orioles news: Garrett Crochet rumors, final non-tender decisions, and the new Baysox

Sep 28, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Baltimore Orioles third baseman Emmanuel Rivera (26) celebrates his solo home run against the Minnesota Twins in the fifth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

Sep 28, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Baltimore Orioles third baseman Emmanuel Rivera (26) celebrates his solo home run against the Minnesota Twins in the fifth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

Orioles sign spark plug mid-season addition to one-year deal

Sep 27, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Jacob Webb (71) pitches to Minnesota Twins first baseman Carlos Santana (30) in the seventh inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

Sep 27, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Jacob Webb (71) pitches to Minnesota Twins first baseman Carlos Santana (30) in the seventh inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

Orioles make first non-tender, part ways with surprisingly good reliever

May 25, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Baltimore Orioles outfielder Austin Hays (21) backs away from an inside pitch in the ninth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images

May 25, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Baltimore Orioles outfielder Austin Hays (21) backs away from an inside pitch in the ninth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images

Former Orioles All Star dumped by reigning NL East champs

Aug 27, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Cole Irvin (19) throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the second inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Aug 27, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Cole Irvin (19) throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the second inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Sounds like this former Orioles starter could be out of MLB for good

Sep 28, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Baltimore Orioles third baseman Emmanuel Rivera (26) runs the bases after a two-run home run against the Minnesota Twins in the second inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

Sep 28, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Baltimore Orioles third baseman Emmanuel Rivera (26) runs the bases after a two-run home run against the Minnesota Twins in the second inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

2 Orioles players who should be non-tendered, and 1 who shouldn't

New York Yankees v Baltimore Orioles

New York Yankees v Baltimore Orioles

4 Orioles prospects now at risk of the Rule 5 draft after roster decisions

Baltimore Orioles Photo Day

Baltimore Orioles Photo Day

Orioles make surprising decision at Rule 5 protection deadline

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

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

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

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

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