The Birdy Breakdown - Podcast Covering All Things Baltimore Orioles

Nelson Dorsey
  • 3.7 (3)
  • Baseball
  • Updated Semiweekly

Two of Orioles’ Instagram’s top influencers, Elakai Anela and Nelson Dorsey, join forces on the Birdy Breakdown Podcast to cover all things Baltimore Orioles. The Pod delivers roster moves, injury updates, rumor rumblings, and recaps after every series of the season. Their social accounts can be found under the usernames (@oriolesunified - Elakai) and (@thebirdlandbeat - Nelson)

  1. 03/27/2025

    The Birds "Take Flight": 2025 Orioles Season Preview

    The 2025 MLB season is here, and the Baltimore Orioles are gearing up for another run at the AL East crown! In this special season preview episode of The Birdy Breakdown Podcast, Elakai and Nelson dive deep into the O’s roster, breaking down the strengths and weaknesses of the starting rotation, bullpen, and lineup. With Grayson Rodriguez and Kyle Bradish sidelined, can Zach Eflin and Charlie Morton hold down the fort? Will Jackson Holliday break out and live up to the hype? Will Adley Rutschman reignite his career with a redemptive season? And do the Orioles have enough firepower to fend off the Yankees and the Red Sox? We tackle all these questions, make bold predictions, and set expectations for the season ahead. Don’t miss it!

    38 min

  2. 08/07/2024

    Was Zach Eflin the STEAL of the Deadline? - Recapping the Orioles Trade Deadline Moves and Looking Forward to the Rest of the Regular Season

    In this episode, Nelson, Elakai, and Matt analyze the Orioles losses and additions from the Trade Deadline, discuss who should be the new closer, and compare their Orioles Mt. Rushmores.

    42 min

  3. 08/14/2023

    Felix Bautista OWNS the Seattle Mariners

    Jacob and Nelson recap the Orioles' series win against the Mariners. They discuss Felix Bautista's dominance; Cedric Mullins's importance to the team; and the sneaky pickup of newly acquired reliever, Jacob Webb. Padres Preview.

    37 min

  4. 08/02/2023

    Orioles Q&A with Valerie Preactor from 98 Rock & WBal

    Joined by Valerie Preactor from 98 Rock and WBal News Radio, Jack, Jacob, and Nelson answer questions from their followers. They discuss: the Orioles' team MVP, Gunnar Henderson's ROTY chances, the Orioles' unexpected success, and Heston Kjerstad's potential MLB debut.

    30 min

  5. 06/20/2023

    Pitching Options At the Trade Deadline - Mailbag

    Nelson and Jacob answer questions from followers. Including: Which Orioles are deserving of making the All-Star team; Should the Orioles extend Austin Hays after his scorching hot start to the season; What are some potential pitching targets this trade deadline; And what will the Orioles lineup look like, after the trade deadline.

    35 min

  6. 06/19/2023

    Is It Finally Jordan Westburg Season? - Cubs Recap / Rays Preview

    Jacob and Nelson recap a tough series loss to the Cubs, and discuss crucial questions that need immediate answers if the Orioles wish to fight for an American League East crown against the red-hot Tampa Bay Rays.

    41 min

  7. 06/16/2023

    Another Series Win Against Toronto! - Jays Recap / Cubs Preview

    In this episode, Nelson, Jacob, and Elakai recap the Orioles’ series win against the Toronto Blue Jays. The group addresses a few key questions, takeaways, and their thoughts as a whole. They preview the upcoming three-game set on the North side of Chicago against the Cubs. The episode finishes with a new segment... stay tuned.

    40 min

  8. 06/14/2023

    Gunnar is Back! - Royals Recap / Blue Jays Preview

    In this episode, Nelson, Elakai, James, and Jacob discuss their thoughts on the Orioles' weekend sweep over the lowly Kansas City Royals. The group also discusses the recent resurgence of Gunnar Henderson - winning the AL Player of the Week. The group rounds out the episode by previewing the upcomong Toronto Blue Jays series and talking about all things Baltimore Orioles.

    49 min
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Two of Orioles’ Instagram’s top influencers, Elakai Anela and Nelson Dorsey, join forces on the Birdy Breakdown Podcast to cover all things Baltimore Orioles. The Pod delivers roster moves, injury updates, rumor rumblings, and recaps after every series of the season. Their social accounts can be found under the usernames (@oriolesunified - Elakai) and (@thebirdlandbeat - Nelson)

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