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Brad Wakai

Brad Wakai

Joined: Oct 23, 2023

Brad Wakai graduated from Penn State University with a degree in Journalism. While an undergrad, he did work at the student radio station covering different Penn State athletic programs like football, basketball, volleyball, soccer and other sports. Brad currently covers the Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros for Sports Illustrated/FanNation. He is also the Lead Contributor for Nittany Lions Wire of Gannett Media where he continues to cover Penn State athletics. Brad is the host of the sports podcast I Said What I Said, discussing topics across the NFL, College Football, the NBA and other sports. You can follow him on Twitter: @bwakai

Jul 6, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Cole Irvin (19) delivers a pitch against the Oakland Athletics during the fourth inning at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
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Former Baltimore Orioles Pitcher Signs Deal To Play Overseas

One of the previous Baltimore Orioles pitchers has now signed a deal to play professional baseball overseas.

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Jul 18, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles draft pick Enrique Bradfield Jr. takes batting practice prior to the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
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Could Baltimore Orioles Call Up Their Top Prospect to Fill Outfield Void?

The Baltimore Orioles could decide to call up their top prospect to take over in the outfield ahead of next season.

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Jul 29, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander (25) reacts after hitting a single during the second inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
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Orioles Star Caps His Incredible Season With First Career Silver Slugger Award

After an incredible season, one of the Baltimore Orioles stars was recognized with his first-ever Silver Slugger award.

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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
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Baltimore Orioles Executive Reiterates Clear Targets for the Front Office

There are clear positions the Baltimore Orioles will be going after this offseason, something their executive explicitly mentioned at the GM meetings.

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Shorebirds' Creed Willems (35) runs home against the Cannon Ballers Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at Perdue Stadium in Salisbury, Maryland. The Shorebirds defeated the Cannon Ballers 7-2. Bbm Delmarva Shorebirds Kannapolis Cannon Ballers
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Baltimore Orioles Could Have Another Elite Catching Prospect On Their Hands

With another solid performance in the Arizona Fall League, the Baltimore Orioles might have yet another rising star at the catcher position.

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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
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Mike Elias Has Emphasized 'Failure' of Baltimore Orioles To Power Their Offseason

The Baltimore Orioles are using their past failures to motivate them this offseason.

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Oct 2, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; Atlanta Braves pitcher Max Fried (54) throws during the first inning of game two in the Wildcard round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park
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Insider Thinks Baltimore Orioles 'Make a Run' at Star Pitcher in Free Agency

The Baltimore Orioles could be aggressive this offseason after all with one of their insiders thinking they might go after one of the top arms available.

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Mar 20, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Japan starting pitcher Roki Sasaki (14) delivers a pitch during the first inning against Mexico at LoanDepot Park
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Japanese Pitching Phenom Set To Be Officially Posted Gives Orioles Intriguing Option

The Baltimore Orioles might have just found themselves a long-term solution in their pitching rotation if they can land the Japanese phenom.

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Sep 13, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Miami Marlins second baseman Connor Norby (24) strikes out during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park
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Traded Baltimore Orioles Star Prospect Was Caught 'Off Guard' By Being Moved

One of the previously traded Baltimore Orioles star prospects was surprised that he was moved this past season.

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Jul 27, 2022; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles general manager Mike Elias reacts on the field before the game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Tampa Bay Rays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
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Baltimore Orioles Boss States They're Staying 'Plugged In' With Free Agent Star

Mike Elias stated that the Baltimore Orioles are staying connected with their free agent star despite the public expectation he will leave.

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Baltimore Orioles hats and glove sits in dugout
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Baltimore Orioles Officially Extend Qualifying Offers to Their Two Free Agent Stars

With two of their best players set to hit the open market, the Baltimore Orioles have extended qualifying offers to both of them.

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Feb 27, 2024; Port Charlotte, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays catcher Rene Pinto (50) singles during the third inning against the New York Yankees at Charlotte Sports Park
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Two Players Claimed off Waivers by Orioles To Bolster Their Thinning Roster

Two more moves have been made by the Baltimore Orioles, this time claiming two players off waivers.

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