Wednesday Bird Droppings: A look into the Orioles’ future

Photo by Winslow Townson/Getty ImagesGood morning, Birdland!

As promised, the baseball Hot Stove has been cranking out moves early this year thanks to the impending lockout at the start of December. Not only has this happened on the free agent front, but there have been a few high-profile contract extensions. José Berríos determined last week that he was staying in Toronto long term. On Tuesday, Wander Franco committed to Tampa Bay (or at least the Rays organization wherever they end up) for the next 11 seasons with an option for a 12th.

It’s a massive deal for a massive talent. The 11 years are worth $182 million, an AAV of $16.5 million. This is a situation where it works well for both…