The problem is, most of the newcomers already are in their late 20s or older. A bunch of lovable underdogs capture Baltimore's fancy and the momentum builds. The unpolished pitchers harness enough of their promise to nearly make the Orioles competitive. They just aren't good enough. Ownership can't muster the patience to see its way through the rebuilding.
Fans blame ownership.
Ponson, Richard and catcher Brook Fordyce will produce. But the only true excitement will be the battle to stay out of last place.