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The Final Strike

Stephen Heckman

The final strike for your Orioles insights, updates and more

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32:15

Orioles Offense Struggles: A Deep Dive into Season...

The Final Strike ·

2025/04/06

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. Heckman also scrutinizes managerial decisions, including lineup choices and strategic plays that have

26:22

Opening Day Eve: Birdland's Countdown Begins!

The Final Strike ·

2025/03/27

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 how the Orioles might surprise fans this season, led by players like Zac Eflin and Dean Kramer

28:35

Injury Woes in Birdland: Cause for Concern?

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2025/03/13

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 explore the Orioles' pitching depth, including potential starters and relievers stepping up in light of

28:17

Birdland's Spring Training Updates: Injuries,...

The Final Strike ·

2025/03/09

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 Jordan Westberg. Get insights into the Orioles' strategy for the Grapefruit League games and the

00:26:17

Knocking on Spring Traings Door

The Final Strike ·

2025/02/06

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

00:29:12

It's Almost That Time

The Final Strike ·

2025/01/22

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

01:43:35

The Orioles' Off season

The Final Strike ·

2024/10/11

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-heckman/support

00:28:40

The Season Is Over Unfortunately

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2024/10/04

The ending of the season, what might have happened, some on next season and cruel bandwagon jumpers--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-heckman/support

00:23:14

No time for worry

The Final Strike ·

2024/09/17

S2 E18 Why it's not time to worry --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-heckman/support

00:23:14

Good Moves or Not?

The Final Strike ·

2024/08/19

How have the recent traded impacted the Orioles?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-heckman/support

00:25:00

The Trade Deadline Breakdown

The Final Strike ·

2024/08/03

We discuss the trade deadline and breakdown why the moves had more behind them than most thought--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-heckman/support

00:26:20

Landscape Changes

The Final Strike ·

2024/06/28

We discuss how the landscape could and is changing as the trade deadline is approaching. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-heckman/support

00:22:45

There Is No Need to Panic

The Final Strike ·

2024/06/21

There's a lot going on but there is also no reason to panic--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-heckman/support

00:22:46

Pitching Depth and Questions

The Final Strike ·

2024/06/02

The Orioles pitching depth is being challenged and some questions that need some clarification --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-heckman/support

00:28:44

No Reason to Worry

The Final Strike ·

2024/05/19

We discuss some roster moves and explain why Brandon Hyde deserves more credit and why the Orioles are in a good place --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-heckman/support

00:28:44

We Have Returned

The Final Strike ·

2024/05/09

We catch up on some things going on with the Orioles as we make our return --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-heckman/support

00:19:39

We Are Back Birdland

The Final Strike ·

2024/04/19

Who the ace of the staff is, the surprise of Westburg and why Jackson Holliday will be ok--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-heckman/support

00:28:24

Angelos, Holliday and Upset in Birdland

The Final Strike ·

2024/03/23

News of Peter Angelos' passing hit the airwaves today as Birdland was in an uproar over Jackson Holliday not making the opening day roster--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-heckman/support

00:23:37

As Spring Training Rolls

The Final Strike ·

2024/03/16

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-heckman/support

00:25:22

Where We are at Spring Time

The Final Strike ·

2024/03/03

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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-heckman/support

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