Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://mypepack.gophersport.com/video/?vid=MAtERpYAjzk Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Full Reaction: Orioles Trade Grayson Rodriguez to Angels for Taylor Ward [NroeRnoutiH] Health Updated on August 07, 2026 EDT — Published on August 07, 2026 EDT AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, and Scott Braun break down the stunning trade between the Baltimore Orioles and Los Angeles Angels that sends Grayson Rodriguez to Anaheim in exchange for Taylor Ward. The crew questions why Baltimore would move a young, controllable starter when their biggest weakness is still pitching depth, especially with Rodriguez carrying legitimate No. 2–3 upside when healthy. They also examine how Ward fits into an already crowded Orioles outfield and why his one year of control makes the deal even more confusing. On the Angels side, they explain why this is a clear win, giving Los Angeles a cost-controlled starter with real upside while shedding Ward’s projected salary. Plus, they react to what this trade signals about the Orioles’ offseason plan and whether a bigger move could be coming. Go to and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off! Subscribe to the podcast! Follow all our social media channels for more content! 0WCzRHnQt4a 753NAdpvhqX SVP2VjSF6pO f5yKDkY1PRx sdPeAKjUSug g8KXTd5pSMs
AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, and Scott Braun break down the stunning trade between the Baltimore Orioles and Los Angeles Angels that sends Grayson Rodriguez to Anaheim in exchange for Taylor Ward. The crew questions why Baltimore would move a young, controllable starter when their biggest weakness is still pitching depth, especially with Rodriguez carrying legitimate No. 2–3 upside when healthy. They also examine how Ward fits into an already crowded Orioles outfield and why his one year of control makes the deal even more confusing. On the Angels side, they explain why this is a clear win, giving Los Angeles a cost-controlled starter with real upside while shedding Ward’s projected salary. Plus, they react to what this trade signals about the Orioles’ offseason plan and whether a bigger move could be coming. Go to and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off! Subscribe to the podcast! Follow all our social media channels for more content! 0WCzRHnQt4a 753NAdpvhqX SVP2VjSF6pO f5yKDkY1PRx sdPeAKjUSug g8KXTd5pSMs