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The Banner Baseball Show

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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.

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Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

What is the Orioles' hitting philosophy, and why is it failing? 27.05.2025

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.

Will firing Brandon Hyde backfire on the Orioles? 20.05.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' decision to designate RHP Kyle Gibson for assignment (4:49). Then they break down a rough start to the Tony Mansolino era (11:50) and give a scouting report on RHP Kade Strowd (41:21). 

Reaction to Orioles' firing of manager Brandon Hyde 18.05.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli are joined by beat writers Andy Kostka and Danielle Allentuck to break down the Orioles' decision to fire manager Brandon Hyde and catching instructor/major league field coordinator Tim Cossins.

Firing Brandon Hyde wouldn't change the Orioles' fate 16.05.2025

Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by columnist Kyle Goon to discuss the Orioles struggles on offense (1:49). Then they begin a conversation on whether firing Brandon Hyde could happen (6:36) and why it likely wouldn't change the team's fate (15:00).

Why Adley Rutschman's season is so confounding 13.05.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli provide some injury updates (4:00), then do a deep dive into Adley Rutschman's confusing 2025 season (16:55). Finally, they discuss Orioles pitching prospect Braxton Bragg (42:30).

Coby Mayo, Cade Povich and more: These fledgling Orioles need to fly 06.05.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' homer-riddled loss to the Royals (1:09) and the importance of the next wave of prospects (8:30). Then they break down what they've seen from Heston Kjerstad (17:45), Cade Povich (22:20), Coby Mayo (27:42), Brandon Young (35:11) and Maverick Handley (41:42). Finally, they provide updates on prospects Chayce McDermott (37:46), Enrique Bradfiel...

Picking up the pieces from a disastrous April 01.05.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' series win over the Yankees and the team's 9-16 April.

Do the Orioles have a leadership void? 29.04.2025

Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by beat writer Danielle Allentuck to discuss the Orioles' slew of injury news (2:05), the team's win over the Yankees (4:15), the decision to bring up Emmanuel Rivera and not Coby Mayo (9:45) and whether the O's are suffering from a lack of leadership (14:10).

The ugly downside of the Orioles' draft strategy 22.04.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' early-season struggles (2:05), what to do with Charlie Morton (7:33) and injury updates on Grayson Rodriguez and Zach Eflin (22:56). Then, they question the O's draft strategy under Mike Elias (30:14).

This Orioles rotation cannot survive 15.04.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the importance of Adley Rutschman and Gunnar Henderson (1:30), the Orioles' rotation issues (9:43) and the backwards bullpen (29:34).

There's a problem with the Brandon Hyde discourse 08.04.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss Zach Eflin's short start (3:20) and Albert Suárez's injury (8:00) Then they talk about how concerned fans should be about the Orioles' slow start (11:09). Finally, they dive into why the conversations around manager Brandon Hyde are fraught with incomplete information (24:25).

What's real (and what's not) from the Orioles' first few games 01.04.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss what might be Cedric Mullins' last home opener in Baltimore (2:18), Albert Suárez's shoulder injury (7:12) and Colton Cowser's broken thumb (9:10). Then they delineate what's real and what's not from the first five games, including Tyler O'Neill's hot start (13:54), Jorge Mateo's slow start (22:00), the rotation's bumpy outings (26:36) and Félix Bautista...

2025 predictions: The Orioles will be better than you think 26.03.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss our first look at the new(er) left field wall (7:40). Then they break down the signing of veteran RHP Kyle Gibson (9:44) and give their predictions for the 2025 season (24:12).

Coby Mayo's "lose-lose" situation, and 6 stats that could define the 2025 Orioles 20.03.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss Orioles prospect Coby Mayo's reaction to being sent to Triple-A Norfolk (3:55). Then they give six stats that could define the O's 2025 season (20:16).

Grayson Rodriguez's injury is a reminder of what the Orioles still lack 11.03.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss how the Orioles will handle injuries to Gunnar Henderson, Andrew Kittredge and Grayson Rodriguez.

MASN dispute resolved: What it means for watching the Orioles 03.03.2025

Host Paul Mancano is joined by business reporter Hayes Gardner to discuss the news that the Orioles and Nationals have resolved their long-standing dispute over MASN (1:20). Then they talk about whether the O's will switch to a direct-to-consumer model (11:15) and wonder whether this resolution paves the way for an All-Star Game to come to Baltimore in the next few years (23:10).

This could be the deepest Orioles team in years 27.02.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli give updates on Grapefruit League action (3:30). Then they discuss how this year's Orioles team is deeper than last year's (9:00). Finally, they give a vibe check on the team (30:50).

Rubenstein talks payroll, Sugano draws a crowd in Sarasota 18.02.2025

Host Paul Mancano is joined by beat writer Danielle Allentuck to discuss their early impressions of Tomoyuki Sugano and Charlie Morton. Then they react to Orioles owner David Rubenstein's comments about the O's payroll. Finally, they look ahead to the start of Grapefruit League games.

Baseball is back! Updates from Orioles spring training in Sarasota 13.02.2025

Host Paul Mancano is joined by Orioles beat writer Andy Kostka to discuss the latest from spring training in Sarasota, including injury updates to Félix Bautista, Trevor Rodgers and Jorge Mateo. Then, they question whether the O's still need an ace in their starting rotation. Finally, they talk about what 2025 could bring for outfielder Heston Kjerstad.

Ramón Laureano signs, plus 10 questions before spring training 05.02.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the additon of outfielder Ramón Laureano (3:18). Then they pose 10 questions about the 2025 Orioles ahead of spring training (19:45).

Orioles add outfielder Dylan Carlson. Will he make the roster? 30.01.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' addition of outfielder Dylan Carlson. Then they talk about how he fits on the O's roster.

Anthony Santander's departure affects the Orioles' future more than the present 23.01.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli break down Anthony Santander’s five-year deal with the Toronto Blue Jays and look ahead to Baltimore’s outfield of the future.

Andrew Kittredge signs, Jeff Hoffman doesn't 16.01.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' addition of veteran reliever Andrew Kittredge on a one-year deal. Then they project the Opening Day bullpen, talk about the ill-fated deal with reliever Jeff Hoffman and run through the O's class of international free agents.

5 starting pitchers the Orioles could target in a trade 09.01.2025

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss whether the Orioles have improved this offseason. Then they list five starting pitchers – Pablo López, Dylan Cease, Luis Castillo, Framber Valdez and Jordan Montgomery – for whom the O's could trade.

Reacting to Orioles' signing of veteran starter Charlie Morton 04.01.2025

Host Paul Mancano is joined by MASN All Access' Brendan Mortensen to break down the Orioles' signing of 41-year-old right-hander Charlie Morton to a one-year, $15 million deal.

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