The Final Strike

Join Stephen Heckman on the Final Strike Podcast as he delves into the myriad challenges faced by the Baltimore baseball team this season. Despite a promising start, the team finds itself floundering with significant issues in both pitching and hitting. A recent series of losses, including a sweep by the Twins, has placed them on a five-game losing streak as they head to Anaheim for their next gam...

Welcome to the Final Strike Podcast, presented by the Baltimore Battery. In this episode, host Stephen Heckman delves into the Orioles' recent series victory against the New York Yankees. With passionate gameplay and strategic pitches, the Orioles are narrowing the gap in the AL East standings, despite a challenging start to their season. Discover how players like Felix Bautista and Tamayuki Sagan...

This episode of The Final Strike, hosted by Stephen Heckman and brought to you by The Baltimore Battery, delves into the Orioles’ rough patch this season. Coming off a brutal 24-2 loss, discussions touch on pitching woes, players’ accountability, and the struggle of maintaining form amidst significant injuries. The episode also questions the right time to enforce changes to the team this season an...

In this episode of The Final Strike, Stephen Heckman from the Baltimore Battery dives into the current challenges faced by the Baltimore Orioles after their recent loss to the Kansas City Royals. With a disappointing start to the season, Heckman analyzes the team's offensive inconsistencies, specifically how they struggle to score runs during losses despite high run averages in their victories. He...

Welcome to Episode 5 of The Final Strike, where host Stephen Heckman brings excitement on the eve of opening day. Sponsored by The Baltimore Battery, this episode dives into season predictions and the excitement surrounding the Orioles as they prepare to kick off against their AL East rival. With high hopes for the team's strong bullpen, hefty speed, and promising pitching lineup, Heckman explores...

Welcome to another episode of The Final Strike, brought to you by The Baltimore Battery. As we gear up for the upcoming baseball season, we delve into the latest updates on the Orioles' spring training developments. Notably, the episode addresses the growing concerns surrounding pitcher Grayson Rodriguez's recent tricep and elbow soreness and the steps being taken to mitigate these issues. We also...

Join Stephen Heckman for an exciting episode of The Final Strike, brought to you by the Baltimore Battery. After a brief hiatus due to illness, Stephen is back with the latest updates on the Orioles' spring training and what fans can look forward to in the upcoming season. Dive into detailed discussions about players' health, including precautions taken for key players like Gunnar Henderson and Jo...

Spring training is close, some moves were made and how the AL East is tops

Spring training is coming and we dive into the Orioles offseason, the roster and why the bullpen just might be better than most think

Zach joins in as we discuss the Orioles' off season from internal free agents, external free agents and possible trades. in one of our longest episodes, this one will not disappoint.

The ending of the season, what might have happened, some on next season and cruel bandwagon jumpers

S2 E18 Why it's not time to worry

How have the recent traded impacted the Orioles?

We discuss the trade deadline and breakdown why the moves had more behind them than most thought

We discuss how the landscape could and is changing as the trade deadline is approaching.

There's a lot going on but there is also no reason to panic

The Orioles pitching depth is being challenged and some questions that need some clarification

We discuss some roster moves and explain why Brandon Hyde deserves more credit and why the Orioles are in a good place

We catch up on some things going on with the Orioles as we make our return

Who the ace of the staff is, the surprise of Westburg and why Jackson Holliday will be ok

News of Peter Angelos' passing hit the airwaves today as Birdland was in an uproar over Jackson Holliday not making the opening day roster

What does the outfield competition look like as Opening Day looms ahead? There is a surprise in the infield that could shake some things up and the Birds' depth could be a big factor.

We delve into recent transactions, what is realistically going on with the outfield and competition at other spots. Also why not to overreact to some bad outings with pitchers

We discuss Spring Training and injuries to start the year. Quick discussion on today's game and Stephen Strasburg.

Jared Watson joins us to discuss the The Shorebirds Hotstove Banquet, extending young players and Trevor Bauer.