It looks like Adam Jones’s time with the Orioles has come to an end. The outfielder is a free agent for the first time in his career, and all signs are pointing to him landing a contract outside of Baltimore. That’s a bummer for many reasons. Jones has been a leader on the field, in the clubhouse and throughout the local community for more than a decade. While his roster spot will be filled, the O’s may find it impossible to totally replace the former “face of the franchise” so quickly.
During his time with the O’s, Jones had also become known for being active on social media, interacting (and sometimes arguing) with fans, showing off his most recent meal or trying his damndest to make Nike Monarchs cool via his @SimplyAJ10 handle on Twitter and Instagram.