Bobby V

I've called them the Borioles because they are extremely boring. With a record of 17-47 the Orioles are also the worst team in baseball. Some bad teams are at least interesting. Baltimore isn't. How bad are things in crabcake land? Even the Pirates laugh at the Orioles.
They've already fired manager Dave Trembley and replaced him on an interim basis with Juan Samuel. Interim meaning they are looking for a real manager.
A few years ago Joe Girardi turned down the Baltimore job. Good call by Girardi who now sports a 2009 World Series ring on his finger with the Yanks.
So who will be the next Orioles manager?
ESPN analyst and former Rangers and Mets skipper Bobby Valentine, who had great success managing in Japan, confirmed that he has spoken with Baltimore about the position.
Well, what's the delay? The Orioles have to sign Bobby V. Yes, he rubs people the wrong way at times. Sure some people in baseball can't stand him. Ok, most people in baseball can't stand him. I'm sure there are people in the Orioles organization who don't like him. There's an oxymoron for you, Orioles organization.
The Orioles need some life and some hope. Valentine will provide that. The guy can manage and he will bring some excitement to this moribund franchise. The last guy to manage the Orioles that brought some interest and excitement was Earl Weaver.
Baltimore, do yourself a favor and hire Bobby Valentine.
If I'm Bobby V I take the job in a heartbeat, just to get away from John Kruk on ESPN.