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On The Verge | An Orioles Prospect Podcast

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Baltimore Orioles
Minor League Baseball
Major League Baseball
Dylan Beavers
Adley Rutschman
Enrique Bradfield Jr.
2025 MLB Draft
MLB Draft
Gunnar Henderson
Grayson Rodriguez
Kobe Mayo
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Baseball
Nate George
Arizona Fall League
Samuel Basallo
Jackson Holliday
Colton Couser
Norfolk Tides
Brandon Young

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: www.patreon.com/OnTheVerge

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Zach, Nick, and Bob dive deeper into the five players who raised their stock the most from the pre-season top 50 prospect list to last week's mid season update. Join our Discord! - discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - http... more

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Zach, Nick, and Bob discuss the player to be named later from the Adley Rutschman trade with the Red Sox being announced as 18 year old OF Harold Rivas and where he fits into the new top 50 as well as how the Orioles are right there in the race for t... more

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Zach, Nick, and Bob reveal their updated top 50 Baltimore Orioles prospects list for midseason following the 2026 MLB Draft and trade deadline. Join our Discord! - discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - www.youtube.c... more

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Zach, Nick, and Bob reveal the minor league all-stars for the month of July in the Baltimore Orioles minor league system. Join our Discord! - discord.gg/bwxTfRbBbA Subscribe to our YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Ni5B6UU... more

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Recent Guests

Will Robertson
Orioles Vice President of Domestic Scouting
Baltimore Orioles
Episode: 2026 Draft Recap: Will Robertson Interview
Terrin Vavra
Former Oriole, now Florida Complex League staff assistant
Baltimore Orioles organization
Episode: Terrin Vavra Interview
Koby Perez
Orioles Vice President of International Scouting and Operations
Baltimore Orioles
Episode: Koby Perez Previews the DSL Season
Jaiden Lo Re
Orioles Prospect
Baltimore Orioles
Episode: Interview w/ INF Jaiden Lo Re
Josh Spiegel
Host of Lunatic in the Newsroom
Lunatic in the Newsroom
Episode: Checkerspot Live w/ Locked On Orioles
Rob Rugga
Guest (audience floor member)
Checkerspot Live attendee
Episode: Checkerspot Live w/ Locked On Orioles
Tyson Neighbors
Orioles Relief Prospect (guest)
Baltimore Orioles
Episode: Interview w/ RHP Tyson Neighbors
Jake Rill
Covers the Orioles for mlb.com; writes for Orioles website and newsletter
mlb.com
Episode: Spring Training Update w/ MLB.com's Jake Rill
Maxfield Lane
Co-founder of Oyster Analytics and Down on the Farm
Oyster Analytics and Down on the Farm
Episode: O's-ter Analytics

Hosts

Bob Phelan
Co-host focusing on Orioles prospects and organizational depth, with analysis rooted in scouting and front-office viewpoint.
Zach Spedden
Co-host who provides live discussions on minor league developments, scouting notes, and trade/development analysis.
Nick Stevens
Co-host known for analysis and opinions on the Orioles farm system, often providing data-driven insights.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 193 ratings
  • Great O’s Podcast

    I usually agree with most of what you folks say…however, I couldn’t disagree more with the perfect scenario being to sign Juan Soto. His ego didn’t work here in San Diego and he’s a hack in the outfield. I don’t think that his personality would mesh with this young team.

    Love the work fellas….

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SD Kevin
    United States2 years ago
  • Orioles

    Best coverage on the Orioles minor leagues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gmoney$$€
    United States2 years ago
  • The best minor league coverage

    No one covers the Orioles minor league system like these guys. Even breaking the Connor Norby call up news? Keep it up boys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    be8365
    United States2 years ago
  • My favorite podcast.

    Lifelong Os fan. None of my friends are so finding this pod has been awesome. I’ve never known more about baseball or Orioles minor league. Honestly I’d pay twice what I do for the patron chat.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bobby Jones.
    United States2 years ago
  • Need to work on throwing to commercials

    I like the pod. Its in my wheelhouse as a die hard O’s fan who enjoys learning more about the prospects coming up. The hosts are knowledgeable even if they are almost always wearing orange tinted glasses.

    My big problem with this is pod is the production level is amateur hour. They drop in commercials in the middle of one of the hosts or guests talking. It is nice they have advertising but please do a better job throwing to the commercials rather than randomly dropping them in. Whether they can... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    eidndkdodm
    United States2 years ago

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Overall, hosts deliver deep MILB coverage with strong listener engagement and actionable scouting insights.
Positive sentiment around depth of the farm system analysis and ongoing draft/trade coverage.
Production quality is praised, though some listeners want smoother ad integration.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#157
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#166
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Apple Podcasts
#248
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#117
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#27
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#56
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

2026 Draft Recap: Will Robertson Interview
Q: What was the overarching goal for this year's class?
The goal was to provide a deep menu of options at each pick and price point, ensuring a broad set of options across high school and college talent so they could select based on value and fit, while maintaining thorough preparation for draft day.
June Mailbag
Q: Who do the Orioles draft at number seven next month?
There is no single consensus; debates range from Drew Burris, Eric Booth Jr., Tyler Bell, to other high-upside options. The panel considers signing bonuses, college vs. high school trajectories, and potential deals to move up or down depending on board dynamics.
June Mailbag
Q: What is your stance on trading Taylor Ward at the deadline if the team is contending?
The group argues that trading Ward for a multi-year arm is unlikely to fetch significant value mid-season, so they lean toward keeping him if contending, while acknowledging the possibility of trading for a controllable arm if the return is substantial and safeguards future depth.
June Mailbag
Q: Who do you think gets caught up in September, and who do you want to see if that changes anything there?
Estrada is a notable contender to get a September look if he continues to hit, with a potential role as a left-handed bench bat or spot starter, depending on the club's contention status. Other names like Enrique Bradfield Jr. are discussed for speed and defense if health permits.
O'ster Analytics Strikes Back
Q: What trends are you seeing in the Orioles farm system that fans should watch this season?
The system is maturing with some players showing power growth and improved contact, but there are red flags around walk rate, chase rate, and defensively constrained profiles that could limit high-end ceilings unless the hitting approach evolves.

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The show delivers in-depth discussion of the Orioles' prospect pipeline, minor league development, and organizational depth. Across episodes, hosts dissect drafts, trades, call-ups, and player progress from Delmarva through Norfolk, often tying frontline MLB decisions to the farm system's trajectory. A notable strength is the analytic yet approachable breakdown of prospects, with recurring emphasis on development paths, scouting insights, and the business of building a long-term roster. The format frequently blends data-driven analysis with candid commentary, making it useful for listeners who want both granular MILB coverage and big-picture organizational strategy.

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