Baltimore Orioles Prepare for 2025 Season Amid Concerns

As Spring Training begins, the Baltimore Orioles aim to build on their recent successes and improve their postseason prospects for 2025. Despite a productive offseason, concerns linger over the absence of an ace pitcher following Corbin Burnes' departure, although the team's young core, led by Gunnar Henderson and Adley Rutschman, is expected to drive their offensive performance. Henderson, coming off a career-best season, is projected to be a strong candidate for the All-Star roster alongside Rutschman, who is looking to rebound from a disappointing second half of 2024. Jackson Holliday, the top overall pick in 2022, is anticipated to show significant improvement after a challenging debut season. While the Orioles have high hopes for their young talent, the pressure will be on Rutschman to regain his form and maintain his status as one of the top catchers in the league. Overall, the franchise's focus will be on harnessing their promising lineup to secure a postseason berth in 2025.