Wednesday Bird Droppings are working on their defense

Happy Wednesday, Camden Chatters. If you watched last night's game you're probably not feeling too good about your Orioles right now. They couldn't hit, they couldn't play defense, and their relief pitching wasn't so great. But how about that Dylan Bundy? He wasn't quite as sharp as his first start, but he looks like something special. Be sure to check out Randy DeCleene's recap of the carnage.

If the Orioles can win tonight it'll get that bad taste out of our mouths, that's the good thing about baseball. There's always another game. Let's just take a look at the schedule...Ubaldo Jimenez vs. Steven Wright? Oh. Forget that for now. Let's read some links instead.

Stats All, Folks: WAR, what it is, what it's good for and the absolute best WAR Orioles - BaltimoreBaseball.com
Paul's new column is focused on breaking down advanced stats for those of us who aren't as familiar with them. His first post takes a look at the all encompassing Wins Above Replacement.

Should you trust Dan Duquette? - MLB Daily Dish
The Orioles have been one of the most successful clubs in Baseball. And yet, nobody seems to think their GM knows what he’s doing. And with good reason.

Captain America: Orioles' Jones deserves big-time kudos for carrying Team USA | salemnews.com
I always enjoy reading nice things about Adam Jones.

Orioles notes: Fifth starter race not influenced by poor Norfolk results; update on Chris Tillman - Baltimore Sun
I guess not since the potential starters have been mostly terrible.

Bourn returning to Orioles - School of Roch
In case you missed the news yesterday, Michael Bourn is back with the Orioles. His finger is still healing so he'll go to extended spring training.

Orioles catcher Welington Castillo's quiet start rings loud with teammates - Baltimore Sun
It's like Matt Wieters never existed!

Orioles re-sign Dariel Alvarez to minor league contract - MLB Trade Rumors
Alvarez has just turned pitcher and already needs Tommy John.

Is today your birthday? Happy birthday! You share your birthday with current Oriole Brad Brach. Brach turns 31 years old today. Your other Orioles birthday buddies include old timers Charlie Lau, Mel Held, and Bill Wight.