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Step Inside the Yard for exclusive interviews with players, coaches, scouts, exclusive guests and more! Join hosts, Brett Hollander and Geoff Arnold every Thursday to hear what we can look forward to during the 2021 season. You never know who may stop by, Inside the Yard. Subscribe today to know when the latest episode will drop!

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S2, Ep. 2: The Dark Knight Appears at Camden Yards
Veteran pitcher Matt Harvey joins Brett Hollander and Geoff Arnold to talk about his journey back from TOS and Tommy John surgeries, his impression on the young pitchers, and being referred to as the Dark Knight. Orioles Insider and MASNsports.com writer Roch Kubatko stopped by to share his take on injuries and his early-season prediction on when Adley Rutschman may appear at Camden Yards.
30 min
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S2, Ep. 1: Mike Elias on Opening Day
Opening Day is here! Brett Hollander and Geoff Arnold sat down with EVP and GM Mike Elias to talk about the factors that go in to setting the Opening Day roster, enjoying having fans back in the stands, and how impressed he is with the Rule 5 draft picks Mac Sceroler and Tyler Wells and veteran Matt Harvey.
46 min
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LIVE: Cedric Mullins, Don Long on Inside the Yard
Hitting Coach Don Long joined Brett Hollander and Geoff Arnold to chat about teaching his players to be confident at the plate and how important Trey Mancini is to the team and the clubhouse. After becoming a strictly left-handed hitter, Cedric Mullins talked about how he initially got interested in baseball and his ability to take in information he applies to his defensive work. Orioles Insider Roch Kubatko joined the pod to talk about how impressed he is with Baltimore native Bruce Zimmermann and the talented mix of outfielders that could make the roster.
45 min
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LIVE: Brandon Hyde, Austin Hays on Inside the Yard
Manager Brandon Hyde joined Brett Hollander and Geoff Arnold to talk about Spring Training thus far and his outlook on the 2021 season. He compared Bruce Zimmermann’s pitching style to John Means’, revealed his secret talent, and his own scouting report. Following what has been a strong start to Spring Training for outfielder Austin Hays, Hays talked about hitting his first home run of spring for his infant son Levi, learning to be patient at the plate, and hoping to play with prospect Michael Baumann again. Orioles Insider Joe Trezza joined the pod to talk about the talented mix of players at Spring Training and his first impressions of DJ Stewart, Austin Hays, and Cedric Mullins during spring games.
45 min
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LIVE: Chris Holt, Keegan Akin on Inside the Yard
Pitching Coach/Director of Pitching Chris Holt joined Brett Hollander and Geoff Arnold to chat about a potential 6-man pitching rotation and when he first learned about the other Chris Holt. After his MLB debut in 2020, LHP Keegan Akin talked about becoming more consistent in 2021 and trusting the process for his true rookie season. Orioles Insider Roch Kubatko joined the pod to talk roster predictions, Hyde naming a closer for the season and his first impressions of veteran Matt Harvey.
46 min
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LIVE: Trey Mancini on Return from Colon Cancer
INF/OF Trey Mancini joined Brett Hollander and Geoff Arnold to chat about his F16HT back to the field, the competition at Spring Training, his secret tennis hobby, and more. Orioles Insider Steve Melewski joined the pod and talked about the veteran presence of Félix Hernández and Matt Harvey in Sarasota and his projected timeline for Adley Rutschman’s Camden Yards debut.
45 min
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LIVE: Ryan Mountcastle, Rio Ruiz on Inside the ...
On Inside the Yard, Rookie INF/OF Ryan Mountcastle joined Brett Hollander and Geoff Arnold to chat about his preparations for the 2021 season, as well as having his high school jersey number retired. INF Rio Ruiz chats about surrendering his “best hair” award to his teammates and his excitement about having Trey Mancini back in the clubhouse. Orioles Insider Roch Kubatko joined Brett and Geoff to talk about the expectations for Trey’s return to the game and the changes to the 2021 season.
45 min
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LIVE: Mike Elias, John Means on Inside the Yard
EVP and General Manager Mike Elias joins Brett Hollander and Geoff Arnold to discuss recent roster additions Felix Hernández and Jahmai Jones, as well as his thoughts on the club's young pitchers. In addition, LHP John Means joins Inside the Yard to discuss his mentality heading into the upcoming season, the honest conversation he had with Brandon Hyde, and becoming a father this offseason.
46 min
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Ep. 20: Hyde Wraps 2020
Orioles Manager Brandon Hyde joins Brett and Geoff to end Inside the Yard’s inaugural season on a high note. Hyde breaks down his offseason plans with his family, his take on Anthony Santander’s MVO season, the infusion of impressive rookie debuts, and how much he learned about himself and his team during a trying 2020 season. Orioles Insider Roch Kubatko shares his thoughts on the Orioles’ 60-game sprint and how the team is shaping up for the 2021 campaign.
54 min
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Ep. 19: Matt Blood on Developing O’s Talent
Director of O’s player development Matt Blood joined Brett and Geoff to chat about the Orioles’ player development pillars that staff, coaches, and players abide by, the growth of the Minor League players at Bowie and collaborating with Sig Mejdal, Mike Elias and Brandon Hyde to maximize the talent in the pipeline. Orioles Insider Melanie Newman breaks down her biggest surprise of 2020, favorite rookie of the season and whose future most excites her.
32 min
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Ep. 18: Sig Mejdal on Innovation
Vice President & Assistant General Manager of Analytics Sig Mejdal chats with Brett and Geoff about minor league development in tech and data for their players during the offseason, working with an open-minded team, and explaining how the game is always changing with statistics and advanced metrics. Orioles Insider Mike Bordick shares his thoughts on the starting rotation for next year and John Means persevering through the shortened season.
37 min
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Ep. 17: Hunter Harvey’s Mullet’s Origin Story
Pitcher Hunter Harvey joins Brett and Geoff to chat about how he loves the pressure of being a reliever, the best advice that his father had given him about pitching in the majors, and his story behind his signature mullet. Orioles Insider Kevin Brown breaks down what he has seen from Ryan Mountcastle, César Valdez, and his takeaways on the young pitchers being the most exciting part of the season.
30 min
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Ep. 16: Dean Kremer, Giddy Up!
Rookie Dean Kremer joins Brett and Geoff to chat about his first MLB starts against the Yankees, his approach to old school pitching with attention to analytics, his transition from the Dodgers organization to Baltimore in 2018, and how he isn’t superstitious. Brett and Geoff break down the Braves series and the O’s final homestand of the 2020 season.
18 min
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Ep. 15: Mountcastle’s Big League Jump
Rookie Ryan Mountcastle joins Brett and Geoff about his first MLB season, playing on the same field as players he looked up to and leaving parties as a kid to watch ESPN. Orioles Insider Roch Kubatko breaks down the Orioles’ postseason push, Hyde working the roster and the spark the young players have brought to the stretch run.
26 min
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Ep. 14: Mike Elias on 2020 Success and 2021 Dra...
EVP and General Manager Mike Elias joins Brett and Geoff to chat about Ryan Mountcastle, Keegan Akin, and Dean Kremer making their MLB debuts and stepping up this season, Brandon Hyde cultivating a positive clubhouse culture, and his preliminary thoughts on the 2021 MLB Draft. Orioles Insider Ben McDonald breaks down how impressed he is with Akin and Kremer’s attack on the strike zone, their approach against experienced hitters, and how bright the future is for the Orioles team.
31 min
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Ep. 13: ESPN’s Chris Berman and DL Hall
Chris “Boomer” Berman joins Brett and Geoff for a special segment celebrating the 25th anniversary of Cal Ripken, Jr.’s 2131st game, his favorite memory of his broadcasting career. Orioles No. 4 prospect DL Hall discusses the toughest hitter he has faced this year in Bowie, his connection with Grayson Rodriguez and why he goes by DL instead of his real name, Dayton. Orioles Insider Melanie Newman breaks down the growth of the Orioles team over the shortened season and her excitement seeing Hunter Harvey back in the bullpen.
52 min
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Ep. 12: Trezza Talks Trades
MLB.com writer Joe Trezza breaks down the Orioles’ trade deadline activity (7:35), the dependability of the current roster with José Iglesias, and Hanser Alberto (12:00), and the potential arrival of Dean Kremer in Baltimore (17:50). Orioles Insider Kevin Brown praises Mike Elias on the O’s moves at the trade deadline with an eye on the future (21:00) and how the back end of the bullpen will hold up for the rest of 2020 (22:20).
31 min
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Ep. 11: Roch Kubatko on Trade Deadline, Pat Val...
Pat Valaika chatted with Brett Hollander and Geoff Arnold about being the 4th member of the Valaika family to play Major League Baseball, his mindset when coming to the plate and his overflowing fielding glove bag fit for a super-utility player. MASNsports.com’s Roch Kubatko joined the podcast to talk about the postseason push and what the 2020 Trade Deadline may have in store.
28 min
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Ep. 10: Kennie Steenstra’s Bowie Breakdown
Brett and Geoff chat with Pitching Coach Kennie Steenstra to break down the strategy behind the taxi squad in Bowie, the progress of the young arms and Adley Rutschman’s improvements over the season. Orioles Insider Brian Roberts chats about Ryan Mountcastle’s MLB debut, Cedric Mullins, and a bunting offense.
22 min
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Ep. 9 Doug Brocail’s Optimistic Outlook
Brett and Geoff chat with Pitching Coach Doug Brocail to hear his optimism for the young bullpen, Tanner Scott’s offseason improvement, and young arms that may see their MLB debut. Orioles Insider Kevin Brown makes his Inside the Yard debut to chat about his experience covering the Orioles and being a part of the Orioles broadcast team.
35 min
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Ep. 8: Rio Ruiz Dual-Sport Threat
Brett and Geoff chat with third baseman Rio Ruiz about his personal mindset at the plate, his first plate appearance at the major league level and how he could have been quarterback. Orioles Insider Melanie Newman breaks down the up-and-down weekend, looking towards the Blue Jays series and sharing the start of the Orioles’ Women’s Empowerment Series.
24 min
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Ep. 7: Baseball Dreams for Anthony Sanders
Brett and Geoff chat with first base coach Anthony Sanders about his first season with the Orioles, his confidence in the roster, and coaching his kids during the pandemic. Orioles Insider Brian Roberts breaks down base stealing and the outstanding offense the team has been producing so far.
20 min
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Ep. 6: All In the Rodriguez Family
Inside the Yard, Brett Hollander and Geoff Arnold sit down with pitcher Grayson Rodriguez to discuss his top pitches that he is using in Bowie and how he started out as an impressive hitter in high school. Orioles insider Ben McDonald breaks down the team performance and Tommy Milone and Miguel Castro’s pitching against the Nationals.
26 min
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Ep. 5: Hanser “Radio” Alberto
Orioles Infielder Hanser Alberto chats with Brett and Geoff about his preparation for each game, his father’s influence on the game and his nickname “Radio”. Today’s Orioles Insider, Melanie Newman, discusses her thoughts on the new 7-inning doubleheader rule and how impressed she was with the pitching so far.
21 min
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Ep. 4: Mike Bordick & Brian Roberts on the O’s ...
Orioles Hall of Famer and MASN broadcaster Mike Bordick chats with Brett and Geoff about the new rules for the 60-game season, the O’s early season success and the team’s mentality (2:50 - 16:14). Today’s Orioles Insider is fellow O’s Hall of Famer and Orioles Ambassador Brian Roberts, who discusses the O’s underdog mentality, pitching staff and an in-depth look at Hanser Alberto’s and Rio Ruiz’s plate approach. (16:15 - 24:49).
26 min