On The Verge | An Orioles Prospect Podcast
291 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago -On The Verge is focused on the Baltimore Orioles organization and the Orioles Minor League system. The show is hosted by Bob Phelan, Zach Spedden, and Nick Stevens. The trio give their thoughts on the prospects ascending the ranks. Show Twitter: @TheVergePod Support this podcast: https://www.patreon.com/OnTheVerge
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Episodes
Jackson Holliday Debut, Colton Cowser AL POTW
April 16, 2024 03:52 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBZach, Nick, and Bob discuss the top prospect in baseball, Jackson Holliday, making his major league debut with the Orioles as well as Colton Cowser winning AL Player of the Week. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
Orioles Weekly Mailbag - 4/10/24
April 11, 2024 10:58 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBZach, Nick, and Bob break out their first weekly mini mailbag episode for the 2024 season. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
Instant Reaction: Jackson Holliday Promoted
April 10, 2024 15:07 - 9 minutes - 8.58 MBJackson Holliday is reportedly set to join the Orioles. Zach breaks down the news in this Patron-exclusive early access instant reaction episode. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
Full Season Go
April 09, 2024 21:35 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBZach, Nick, and Bob break down the opening weekend for Bowie, Aberdeen, and Delmarva including stand out performances. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
Bats Gone Cold
April 09, 2024 03:24 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBZach, Nick, and Bob talk about what should be done about the combination of cold bats in the majors while the guys in AAA are killing the ball. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
2024 Break Camp Rosters
April 05, 2024 20:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBZach and Bob discuss the break camp rosters for the Bowie Baysox, Aberdeen Ironbirds, and Delmarva Shorebirds. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
2024 Opening Week
April 05, 2024 02:54 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBZach and Bob break down the biggest takeaways from the first week of baseball in 2024 for the Baltimore Orioles and the Norfolk Tides. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
PATREON PREVIEW: OTV Daily - 4/2-4/3
April 04, 2024 13:56 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBThe Barrel King leads the major league Norfolk Tides against the AAA Charlotte Knights. New episode of the podcast tonight! Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
PATREON PREVIEW: OTV Daily - 3/29/24
March 30, 2024 18:42 - 6 minutes - 6.14 MBThe Tides begin their season with a bang, as Jackson Holliday's lead-off home run sets the tone in a 12-8 win over Durham.
2024 Orioles Season Preview, Part 2
March 27, 2024 19:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MBZach and Bob welcome back Locked On Orioles host Connor Newcomb to preview the 2024 season by making predictions that cover all of the bases. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
2024 Orioles Season Preview, Part 1
March 26, 2024 03:29 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBZach and Bob welcome back Locked On Orioles host Connor Newcomb to preview the 2024 season by making predictions that cover all of the bases. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
Spring Training Mailbag, Part 2
March 21, 2024 12:38 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBZach, Nick, and Bob answer listener questions as spring training winds down. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
Spring Training Mailbag, Part 1
March 19, 2024 03:38 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBZach, Nick, and Bob answer listener questions as spring training winds down. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
2024 Pre-Season 'Best of the Rest'
March 14, 2024 18:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBZach, Nick, and Bob take a look at some of the most promising prospects in the Orioles system that didn't make the pre-season top 50. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
Spring Training Prospects
March 13, 2024 03:38 - 41 minutes - 38 MBZach, Nick, and Bob provide another spring training update, this time focusing on the prospects who are making it hard for the Orioles decision makers to leave them off of the opening day roster. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
2024 Pre-Season Top 50 Orioles Prospects
March 06, 2024 04:28 - 1 hour - 75.3 MBZach, Nick, and Bob count down their top 50 Baltimore Orioles prospects before the 2024 season begins. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
Re-Release: Episode 100 w/ Mike Elias
March 02, 2024 22:31 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBIn honor of the 4 year anniversary of our first episide recorded on March 2, 2020 we are re-releasing our 100th episode that featured an interview with Executive Vice President and General Manager of the Baltimore Orioles, Mike Elias. That episode was released on May 9, 2022, less than two weeks before Adley Rutschman's major league debut and the new era of Orioles baseball. Thanks to anyone that has supported us in any way! Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to ou...
Frederick Bencosme Interview
February 29, 2024 12:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MBZach and Bob welcome infielder Frederick Bencosme as well as Orioles interpretor Brandon Quinones to the show to talk about Fregendary's rise through the system and what comes next for the talented 21 year old. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
Let the Games Begin!
February 27, 2024 04:01 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBZach, Nick, and Bob discuss the first handful of spring training games and what fans can take away from them. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
2024 Spring Training Predictions
February 24, 2024 12:00 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBZach, Nick, and Bob make some predictions from now until opening day. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
Spring Training News
February 22, 2024 04:14 - 32 minutes - 30 MBZach, Nick, and Bob update listeners on the first week of spring training. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
2024 Spring Training Preview, Part 2
February 15, 2024 21:05 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBZach, Nick, and Bob welcome back Andy Kotska and Danielle Allentuck of The Baltimore Banner to help preview what should be an eventful spring training for the defending AL East champion Orioles. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
2024 Spring Training Preview, Part 1
February 14, 2024 04:22 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBZach, Nick, and Bob welcome back Andy Kotska and Danielle Allentuck of The Baltimore Banner to help preview what should be an eventful spring training for the defending AL East champion Orioles. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
2024 Non-Roster Invites
February 10, 2024 12:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBZach, Nick, and Bob discuss the list of non-roster players invited to participate in major league spring training. Then pow. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
Anthony Villa Interview
February 08, 2024 04:15 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBZach, Nick, and Bob talk with the Orioles Director of Player Development Anthony Villa about his new role with the organization and the players he will be working with. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU3nUh5CeFnlxig
2024 Breakout Candidates
February 04, 2024 12:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBZach, Nick, and Bob each pick two breakout players for the 2024 season from the Orioles minor league system. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA
Corbin Burnes, Oriole
February 02, 2024 03:34 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBZach, Nick, and Bob break down the blockbuster trade that saw the Orioles acquire Corbin Burnes from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for DL Hall, Joey Ortiz, and a competitive balance draft pick. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA
David Rubenstein Buys the Orioles
February 01, 2024 04:14 - 33 minutes - 31 MBZach, Nick, and Bob discuss the massive news that a group led by David Rubenstein that includes Cal Ripken Jr among others has agreed to purchase the Baltimore Orioles pending MLB approval. They get into what that means for the immediate and long term future of the franchise. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA
Orioles Starting Pitching Options
January 26, 2024 12:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBZach, Nick, and Bob break down the Orioles starting pitching options for the 2024 season as they stand today. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Try Magic Mind today with our exclusive offer! Visit https://www.magicmind.com/JANotv and use our promo code "OTV20" and you get 1 month for free, when you’re subscribing for 3 months. Use our code and it’s an extra 20% off, which gets you to a 75% off. This only lasts until the end of January, so hurry up before it goes away.
Orioles on Top 100 Prospect Lists
January 25, 2024 04:35 - 52 minutes - 48 MBZach, Nick, and Bob talk about where Orioles prospects landed on Baseball America and Baseball Prospectus' pre-season Top 100 and Top 101 lists respectively. Each list had six Orioles on it with a few notable differences between them. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Try Magic Mind today with our exclusive offer! Visit https://www.magicmind.com/JANotv and use our promo code "OTV20" and you get 1 month for free, when you’re subscribing for 3 months. Use our code and it’s a...
2024 Major League Coaching Staff
January 20, 2024 13:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBZach, Nick, and Bob break down the newest editions to the Orioles major league coaching staff following the team's official announcement. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA
Re-Release: Koby Perez 2022 Interview
January 19, 2024 12:30 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBZach, Nick, and Bob talked to Orioles Vice President of International Scouting and Operations Koby Perez in January 2022 following that season's international signing period. See what he had to say about that classes top signees as well as past players such as Samuel Basallo. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA
2024 International Signing Class
January 18, 2024 03:50 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBZach, Nick, and Bob discuss the grand opening of the Orioles international training academy in the Dominican Republic as well as the latest class of international signings as the team continues to build their presence in that market. Join our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Try Magic Mind today with our exclusive offer! Visit https://www.magicmind.com/JANotv and use our promo code "OTV20" and you get 1 month for free, when you’re subscribing for 3 months. Use our code and it’s an...
Crowded Orioles Outfield
January 12, 2024 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBZach, Nick, and Bob talk about how the Orioles outfield is going to shake out for the 2024 season. Who will be traded? And what if there is no trade? Join Our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA
2024 Bounceback Candidates
January 11, 2024 04:55 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBZach, Nick, and Bob select their bounceback candidates for the 2024 season. Join Our Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA
2024 AL Rookie of the Year Preview
January 06, 2024 11:57 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBZach, Nick, and Bob take an early look at the 2024 American League Rookie of the Year race with the Orioles having five or six potential candidates coming into spring training. Join the Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA
2024 Minor League Roster Predictions
January 04, 2024 04:47 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBZach, Nick, and Bob go over each Orioles affiliate and what their roster should look like on opening day from Jackson Holliday and Samuel Basallo in the upper levels down to Braylin Tavera and Leandro Arias making their full season debut down in Delmarva. Join the Discord! - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA
Goodbye 2023, Hello 2024
December 28, 2023 00:54 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBJoin our Discord channel - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA
Baltimore Orioles Questions Answered
December 21, 2023 04:36 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBJoin our Discord channel - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA And follow us on Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/Threads: @TheVergePod. Become a Patron and enjoy plenty of additional perks all year long! Join here!
30 Years & Restless Nights
December 14, 2023 03:48 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBDiscord - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA
Walking In A Winter Meetings Wonderland w/ Jon Meoli
December 08, 2023 02:35 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBJoin our Discord channel - https://discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Sign up for our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/OnTheVerge Follow us on Twitter/X - https://twitter.com/TheVergePod
Rule 5 Draft Preview w/ Vivek Shukla
November 30, 2023 11:35 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBZach, Nick, and Bob welcome back patron and rule 5 aficionado Vivek Shukla to preview the upcoming rule 5 draft during the winter meetings. They also discuss what they hope and expect to transpire at the winter meetings outside of the rule 5 draft as well as the Orioles new pitching coach, Drew French. Join our new Discord server! - https://discord.gg/HBZJurpB Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/on-the-verge-bsl-radio-baltimore-orioles-andamp-orioles-minor/exclusive-content Ad...
PATREON PREVIEW: Top 50 Update - October/November 2023
November 23, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBZach, Nick, and Bob provide the last update of 2023 exclusively for patrons! Discord link: https://t.co/tMK8nJHP9N Join our Patreon! Perks include daily recap podcasts, Patreon-only live streams to watch games together, monthly top 50 prospect updates, invitation to join our private WhatsApp group, giveaways, and plenty more. Plans start as low as $3/month! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/on-the-verge-bsl-radio-baltimore-orioles-andamp-orioles-minor/exclusive-content...
Gunnar Henderson, Rookie of the Year
November 16, 2023 03:24 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MBZach, Nick, and Bob discuss the Orioles consistent presence during award season with Gunnar Henderson winning Rookie of the Year, Brandon Hyde winning Manager of the Year, Kyle Bradish finishing 4th in the Cy Young, and Adley Rutschman and Henderson winning Silver Sluggers. Following that, they talk about the Orioles' decision not to add anyone to the 40 man roster before the deadline and one final look at the Arizona Fall League. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/on-the-verge...
40 Man Roster Decisions
November 09, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBZach, Nick, and Bob use their Magic Mind's to try and figure out who the Orioles will add to the 40 man roster before next week's deadline to protect them from next month's rule 5 draft after discussing Mike Elias winning the MLB Executive of the Year award. Try Magic Mind today by visiting magicmind.com/verge and use our promo code "Verge20" to save 56% off a subscription or 20% off a one-time purchase! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/on-the-verge-bsl-radio-baltimore-oriol...
2023-2024 Offseason Preview and Predictions
October 31, 2023 10:45 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBZach, Nick, and Bob once again welcome back Connor Newcombe from 'Locked On Orioles' to make some predictions, this time to preview what the Orioles could do to follow up a season that saw 101 wins, the AL East division title, and a playoff appearance. They discuss what trades they think will be made, which free agents will be signed, and what awards will be won plus so much more. Try Magic Mind today by visiting magicmind.com/verge and save 56% off a subscription or 20% off a one-time purc...
2023 Offseason Mailbag
October 26, 2023 21:35 - 1 hour - 78.3 MBZach, Nick, and Bob answer a bunch of questions from listeners as the offseason approaches with the World Series set and starting on Friday. They also discuss the news of what members of the major league coaching staff will be returning in 2024 and what positions will need to be filled as well as the three Orioles who are gold glove finalists. Try Magic Mind today by visiting magicmind.com/verge and save 56% off a subscription or 20% off a one-time purchase by using our code "VERGE20"! Sup...
2023 Baltimore Orioles Postmortem
October 17, 2023 01:48 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBZach, Nick, and Bob shovel the last bit of dirt onto the Orioles 2023 season before starting to look ahead at 2024. They also discuss the Washington Nationals hiring Brad Ciolek for their draft room, a quick Arizona Fall League update, and why Orioles Twitter should win the award for Orioles coach of the year. Join our Patreon! Perks include daily recap podcasts, Patreon-only live streams to watch games together, monthly top 50 prospect updates, invitation to join our private WhatsApp ...
2023 ALDS Check In
October 10, 2023 01:32 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBZach, Nick, and Bob talk about games 1 and 2 of the ALDS against the Texas Rangers and preview game 3. Join our Patreon! Perks include daily recap podcasts, Patreon-only live streams to watch games together, monthly top 50 prospect updates, invitation to join our private WhatsApp group, giveaways, and plenty more. Plans start as low as $3/month! New merch store can be found here: https://www.birdlandstore.com/collections/podcast-on-the-verge Head over to SeatGeek.com ...
2023 ALDS Preview
October 07, 2023 02:52 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBZach, Nick, and Bob preview the Orioles' ALDS series against the Texas Rangers. Join our Patreon! Perks include daily recap podcasts, Patreon-only live streams to watch games together, monthly top 50 prospect updates, invitation to join our private WhatsApp group, giveaways, and plenty more. Plans start as low as $3/month! New merch store can be found here: https://www.birdlandstore.com/collections/podcast-on-the-verge Head over to SeatGeek.com where first-time users ...