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Ryan O’Hearn says Orioles’ new additions are fitting in perfectly

In less than two years, Ryan O’Hearn has gone from under-the-radar acquisition to crucial piece in the Orioles’ lineup.
On the latest episode of The Adam Jones Podcast, O’Hearn joins Adam Jones and Jerry Coleman to discuss the O’s new players, the ideal playoff format (9:30), improving his swing decisions (13:30), his role on the team (16:20), James McCann’s broken nose (18:00), Baltimore’s playoff push (19:50), clubhouse leadership (23:40) and more.
Then Adam and Jerry talk about Jackson Holliday’s resurgence (29:00), the Olympics (33:55), the Orioles’ defense (40:00) and more.

Jon Morosi on a busy Orioles trade deadline

The Orioles were one of the most active teams in baseball at Tuesday’s trade deadline. What did we learn about the team’s front office and new ownership group from how they approached the deadline?
On the latest episode of The Adam Jones Podcast, MLB Network’s Jon Morosi joins hosts Adam Jones and Jerry Coleman to discuss the Orioles’ trade of Austin Hays (1:15), top prospect Jackson Holliday (6:28), Baltimore as a baseball market (15:15), the American League East race (19:35), Mike Elias’ tenure (25:25) and more.
Then Adam and Jerry talk about how a clubhouse reacts to the trade deadline (36:35), Adam’s fishing adventures (44:12) and more.

John Means on his recovery from Tommy John and impending free agency

The Orioles will be without John Means’ steadying presence on the mound while he recovers from Tommy John surgery. But that doesn’t mean the lefty won’t be reliable veteran in the team’s dugout during the dog days of summer.
On the latest episode of The Adam Jones Podcast, Means joins Adam Jones and Jerry Coleman to discuss his recovery (1:14), the atmosphere at Camden Yards (9:56), the O’s coaching staff (17:05), his impending free agency (18:45), his teammates (19:22) and more.
Then Adam and Jerry talk about managerial ejections (32:00), the 2024 Hall of Fame class (39:00) and the upcoming trade deadline (43:42).

Evaluating the Orioles at the All-Star break

The Orioles narrowly avoided heading into the All-Star break on a six-game losing streak. What have we learned about the Birds through the season's first half?
On the latest episode of The Adam Jones Podcast, hosts Adam Jones and Jerry Coleman evaluate Baltimore's final homestand of the first half (1:30) and the race for the AL East (9:10). Then they discuss Adam's recent trips to Camden Yards (16:24) and the All-Star Game (19:57). Finally, they talk about the possibility of bringing the All-Star Game to Baltimore (34:00), and what set Buck Showalter apart as a manager (38:05).

Craig Kimbrel won’t say he was snubbed from All-Star Game

Despite putting up strong first-half numbers, Orioles closer Craig Kimbrel was not added to the American League’s All-Star roster. But the 36-year-old is just happy for the players who did make the team.
On the latest episode of The Adam Jones Podcast, Kimbrel joins co-hosts Adam Jones and Jerry Coleman to discuss his unwavering confidence (0:55), what he’s learned from the O’s young guys (2:05), his time with the Phillies (5:45), his ever-growing list of accomplishments (8:40), whether he was snubbed from the All-Star Game (15:03), changing organizations and cities frequently (18:07), reinventing himself (19:57) and dealing with managers (29:43).
Then, Orioles beat writer Danielle Allentuck hops on the show to talk about the team’s All-Stars (31:55), Heston Kjerstad’s impressive season (39:20) and the upcoming trade deadline (40:39). Finally, Adam and Jerry answer a question about putting microphones on players during game broadcasts (45:39).

What Buck Showalter loves about the 2024 Orioles

Buck Showalter oversaw the last run of great Orioles teams, guiding his team to the playoffs three times in a five-year span from 2012-16. Now that the veteran skipper is on the other side, can he appreciate what the O’s have accomplished over the last two seasons?
 
On the latest episode of The Adam Jones Podcast, Showalter joins Adam Jones and Jerry Coleman to talk about the state of today’s game (3:03), managing superstars (7:20), incorporating analytics (8:52), MLB draft strategy (12:25), this year’s O’s team (15:25), ejections (26:49), working under John Angelos and George Steinbrenner (32:35), the pitch timer (38:13) and more.
 
Then Adam and Jerry talk discuss the Orioles’ impressive June (49:05), All-Star weekend (51:00), Olympic baseball (54:58) and more.

Does Gunnar Henderson see another Orioles-Yankees rivalry developing?

The Orioles made a statement in New York last week, taking two of three from their divisional opponent in a heated series. Now that both teams are peaking at the same time, is this rivalry heating back up?
 
Orioles star Gunnar Henderson joins Adam and Jerry Coleman to discuss how he avoided the sophomore slump (2:05), the budding rivalry with the Yankees (6:00), becoming the team’s everyday shortstop (14:05), dealing with the spotlight (18:00), the possibility of a home run derby appearance (21:05), learning from Cal Ripken Jr. (22:55) and transforming into a leader (26:25).
 
Then, Adam and Jerry discuss whether the Orioles will trade for another starting pitcher (31:31) and provide their reflections on the Rickwood Field game (39:50).

Rudy on growing up in Baltimore, choosing UConn over Maryland and rooting for the Orioles

Rudy , who attended Archbishop Spalding High School in Severn, Md., grew up in Baltimore, and even as he left for the University of Connecticut and the NBA, he never let the city leave him.
 
joins Adam Jones and Jerry Coleman to discuss his days as a high school player (1:14), his decision to go to UConn (5:50), taking the leap to go pro (7:50), changes in college basketball (10:02), his toughest opponent to defend (23:57), his friendship with Carmelo Anthony (26:05), his memories of the late Kobe Bryan (27:07), the growth of the WNBA (29:10), his Orioles fandom (33:08) and more.
 
Then, Adam and Jerry talk about the O’s rash of arm injuries (41:23) and MLB’s Rickwood Field Game (44:48).

John Harbaugh on what he learned from AFC championship loss

Entering his 17th season in Baltimore, head coach John Harbaugh is the second-longest tenured head coach in the NFL, behind only Pittsburgh’s Mike Tomlin. How does the Ravens’ head man stay ahead of the curve after all these years?
 
Harbaugh joins Adam Jones and Jerry Coleman to discuss avoiding burnout (1:36), managing the salary cap (5:05), the AFC championship game loss (7:25), the addition of running back Derrick Henry (10:28) and the Harbaugh Coaching Academy (12:37). Then the trio talk baseball (26:36), the Tom Brady roast (28:49), John’s relationship with Orioles general manager Mike Elias (36:07) and the evolution of quarterback Lamar Jackson (40:12).
 
Finally, Adam and Jerry chat about avoiding collisions in baseball (48:21) and the encroachment of the NFL on MLB viewership (52:15).

Gregg Olson evaluates Craig Kimbrel and the 2024 Orioles

Orioles Hall of Famer Gregg Olson registered six stellar seasons at the back end of Baltimore’s bullpen, compiling 160 saves with the club. Now a broadcaster, Olson gets an up-close view of the 2024 team and legendary closer Craig Kimbrel.
 
On the latest episode of The Adam Jones Podcast, Olson joins Adam Jones and Jerry Coleman to chat about his impressions of the current group of Orioles (1:07), the impact of having a true ace (2:56), Kimbrel’s season so far (5:51), the evolution of the closer role (7:22), Tommy John surgery (9:48), the best closers ever (14:00), Ángel Hernández (18:10), policing baseball (15:57) and more. Then Adam’s son August joins the show (32:24) to talk about watching his dad compete in a home run derby in Cooperstown and the Jones’ trip to India (39:16).