The Banner Baseball Show

The Banner Baseball Show

The Baltimore Banner presents ’The Banner Baseball Show,’ co-hosted by Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli. Once a week, we’ll have in-depth analysis and breakdowns featuring The Banner’s roster, including reporters Andy Kostka and Danielle Allentuck, as well as columnist Kyle Goon. Nobody does coverage of the Birds like The Baltimore Banner.

Episodes

August 21, 2025 51 mins

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 ...

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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).

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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).

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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.

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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.

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' three-game win streak (0:54) and recap the Gregory Soto trade (5:00). Then, they break down which O's could get traded (9:34), including Seranthony Domínguez, Ryan O'Hearn, Cedric Mullins and Ramón Laureano.

Finally, they check in on outfield prospect Nate George (1:01:15).

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Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by beat writer Andy Kostka and columnist Kyle Goon to break down the deal that sent reliever Gregory Soto to the New York Mets for minor league pitchers Wellington Aracena and Cameron Foster.

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli break down the discouraging Grayson Rodriguez injury news (6:32) and Coby Mayo's curious lack of playing time (11:54).

Then they discuss whether the Orioles will/should trade these veterans:

Ryan O'Hearn and Félix Bautista (21:04)

Seranthony Domínguez and Charlie Morton (26:18)

Cedric Mullins (28:56)

Gregory Soto, Ramón Laureano, Ramón Urías, Andrew Kittredge (38:02)

Finally, they take a look at ...

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Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by Baseball America draft analyst Carlos Collazo to discuss the Orioles' selections of catcher/outfielder Ike Irish (1:44) and catcher Caden Bodine (5:08).

Then they explain why the O's like to stay away from drafting hitters early (7:39).

Finally, Carlos names some potential Day 2 gems (10:47) and gauge the signability of the 24-man class (12:26).

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli rehash the Bryan Baker trade (4:07).

Then they break down all 7 of the Orioles' Day 1 draft picks, including catcher/outfielder Ike Irish (11:33), catcher Caden Bodine (17:48), shortstop Wehiwa Aloy (23:56), Slater de Brun (33:10), pitchers Joseph Dzierway and JT Quinn (42:42) and outfielder RJ Austin (58:11).

Finally, they check in on pitching prospect Michael Forret (1:01:31).

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Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by beat writer Andy Kostka to break down the Orioles' trade of reliever Bryan Baker to the Tampa Bay Rays for a competitive balance round pick. They discuss the value of the draft pick, whether this means the O's will commit to a fire sale at the deadline and why this is a critical time for general manager Mike Elias.

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli are joined by beat writer Danielle Allentuck to discuss where the Orioles sit a week away from the All-Star Game. Then they talk about the recoveries of starters Kyle Bradish and Grayson Rodriguez. Finally, they take a look at right-handed pitching prospect Cameron Weston.

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli assess where the Orioles stand 23 games away from the trade deadline (4:55). Then they discuss some strange role reversals in the O's rotation, including the struggles of Tomoyuki Sugano and Zach Eflin (15:25) as well as the progression of Charlie Morton, Dean Kremer and Trevor Rogers (26:00). Finally they check in on right-handed pitching prospect Trey Gibson (45:48).

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli are joined by columnist Kyle Goon to discuss Trevor Rogers' strong start (1:05) and Adley Rutschman and Maverick Handley's injuries (8:47). Then they look ahead to the trade deadline and predict what the Orioles will do (17:40). Finally, they touch on the tragic passing of 19-year-old minor leaguer Luis Guevara (45:35). 

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles middling play (2:25) and the decision to option outfielder Heston Kjerstad to Triple-A Norfolk (10:55). Then, they talk about the importance of infielder Jordan Westburg to the O's success (27:40). Finally, they provide a minor league check-in on outfielder Dylan Beavers (41:00).

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Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by enterprise reporter Lee O. Sanderlin and Orioles beat writer Danielle Allentuck to discuss their special report on the unraveling of former pitcher Brian Matusz.

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' 4-2 road trip, Adley Rutschman's recent hot stretch and the improved starting pitching (6:42). Then they diagnose the team's issues against left-handed pitchers (19:28). Finally, they take a look at right-handed pitching prospect Nestor German (38:22).

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Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by beat writer Danielle Allentuck to discuss the Orioles' five-game winning streak (1:22), All-Star voting (3:58), Tony Mansolino's radical honesty (12:05) and Samuel Basallo's development (26:40).

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli dish out blame pie for the Orioles' hitting struggles (4:40). Then they talk about the hiring of senior advisor John Mabry (19:53) and the O's poor injury luck (29:25). Finally, they do a minor league check-in on INF/OF Aron Estrada (43:08).

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss some positive performances from Charlie Morton, Trevor Rogers and Dylan Carlson (3:52). Then they dive deep into the Orioles' hitting philosophies (19:30), breaking down the important coaches involved and what they've been teaching.

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