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Orioles Mailbag: Thoughts on MASN+? Hyde on hot seat? Rotation outlook?

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Apr 22, 2025
The Baltimore Orioles are facing challenges, leading to questions about manager Brandon Hyde's job security. The new MASN+ streaming service is under discussion, as fans weigh its pros and cons against traditional cable. There’s a closer look at the struggled starting rotation and the need for strategic changes. The excitement builds as they prepare for a critical series against the struggling Washington Nationals, highlighting roster issues and player injuries.
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INSIGHT

MASN+ Ends Local Blackouts

  • MASN+ offers direct-to-streaming Orioles games with no blackouts, ending the local blackouts for MLB.TV subscribers in the region.
  • This service modernizes Orioles viewing, accommodating the cord-cutting trend and expanding fan access significantly.
INSIGHT

Concerns Over MASN App Stability

  • MASN's streaming app historically struggled with buffering and crashes when streaming through cable sign-in.
  • There is concern the existing MASN app may face significant issues handling a larger user base with MASN+.
ADVICE

Hyde Unlikely To Be Fired Midseason

  • It's highly unlikely Brandon Hyde is fired during the 2025 season unless the Orioles utterly collapse late in the year.
  • Decisions on Hyde will consider clubhouse vibe and messaging, not just wins and losses, with firings more likely after the season.
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