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We're less than a week away from pitchers and catchers taking the back fields at Ed Smith Stadium for the Orioles' first spring training workout. I can't guarantee much these days, but I'm fairly certain that it won't be snowing sideways. Here's the list of non-roster invitees: Pitchers Edell, Ryan...

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch We're less than a week away from pitchers and catchers taking the back fields at Ed Smith Stadium for the Orioles' first spring training workout. I can't guarantee much these days, but I'm fairly certain that it won't be snowing sideways. Here's the list of non-roster invitees: Pitchers Edell, Ryan ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19806 2012-02-11T13:42:30Z 2012-02-12T17:27:10Z

Josh Bell survived latest change to 40-man roster, which has 13 new players

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch Take another look at the 40-man roster and count how many players were added from outside the organization after Robert Andino's walk-off single beat the Red Sox on Sept. 28. I'm not including pitcher Oliver Drake, who was protected in the Rule 5 draft: Pitchers: Jake Arrieta Luis Ayala Brad ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19803 2012-02-11T01:14:09Z 2012-02-11T03:33:05Z

Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette has pretty much dismissed the possibility that he'll sign veteran designated hitter Manny Ramirez. "I don't think there's going to be a fit for Manny," Duquette said. "We've looked at that all winter and I'm not sure there's a fit there for the Orioles....

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette has pretty much dismissed the possibility that he'll sign veteran designated hitter Manny Ramirez. "I don't think there's going to be a fit for Manny," Duquette said. "We've looked at that all winter and I'm not sure there's a fit there for the Orioles. ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19802 2012-02-11T01:04:50Z 2012-02-11T03:48:08Z

Orioles issue statement apologizing for protocol breach in Korean's signing

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch Orioles executive vice president of baseball operations Dan Duquette has issued the following statement regarding 17-year-old Korean pitcher Seong-Min Kim: "On behalf of the Orioles organization, I offer a sincere apology to the Korea Baseball Organization and the Korea Baseball Association for the club's unintentional breach of protocol in failing ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19800 2012-02-10T23:25:46Z 2012-02-10T23:28:22Z

Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette indicated tonight that the Orioles won't sign veteran designated hitter Manny Ramirez. Duquette, talking to a small group of reporters at Babe's Birthday Bash, said he doesn't see a fit between the Orioles and Ramirez. Duquette also said he doesn't expect to add any...

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette indicated tonight that the Orioles won't sign veteran designated hitter Manny Ramirez. Duquette, talking to a small group of reporters at Babe's Birthday Bash, said he doesn't see a fit between the Orioles and Ramirez. Duquette also said he doesn't expect to add any ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19799 2012-02-10T21:38:01Z 2012-02-10T23:31:17Z

Outfielder Angle designated for assignment following acquisition of Ayala

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch Outfielder Matt Angle was designated for assignment today to make room for reliever Luis Ayala on the 40-man roster. Angle, 26, batted .271/.347/.344 in 108 games for Triple-A Norfolk in 2011 before joining the Orioles for 31 games and hitting .193/.293/.266 with four doubles, one homer - off Cy Young ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19793 2012-02-10T17:13:02Z 2012-02-10T21:56:57Z

Birds acquire right-hander Ayala on one-year contract with club option for 2013

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette found another late-inning reliever without making a trade. The club has reached agreement with right-hander Luis Ayala, and the deal will become official once his physical is completed and the results are known. It's believed to be a major league deal, which would require ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19791 2012-02-10T13:08:41Z 2012-02-10T16:17:14Z

Now that the dust has settled from that flurry of activity yesterday - Brad Bergesen's arbitration ruling, Nick Johnson's minor league contract - it's time to wonder whether the Orioles are finished with the roster before pitchers and catchers report to spring training Feb. 18. I'm guessing that at least...

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch Now that the dust has settled from that flurry of activity yesterday - Brad Bergesen's arbitration ruling, Nick Johnson's minor league contract - it's time to wonder whether the Orioles are finished with the roster before pitchers and catchers report to spring training Feb. 18. I'm guessing that at least ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19789 2012-02-09T21:08:56Z 2012-02-10T15:33:48Z

O's reach agreement with first baseman/DH Johnson on minor league deal

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch The Orioles have reached agreement with first baseman Nick Johnson on a minor league contract that includes an invitation to spring training. Johnson could give manager Buck Showalter another option at first base and designated hitter. He also could share time at those spots with Joe Mahoney at Triple-A Norfolk. ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19788 2012-02-09T18:00:48Z 2012-02-09T20:57:43Z

Orioles pitcher Brad Bergesen came out on the losing side in yesterday's arbitration hearing in St. Petersburg, Fla. Bergesen will make $800,000 this season after earning $434,000 in 2011. He sought $1.2 million. The Orioles haven't lost a hearing since 1995 with pitcher Ben McDonald. They're 7-0 with general counsel...

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch Orioles pitcher Brad Bergesen came out on the losing side in yesterday's arbitration hearing in St. Petersburg, Fla. Bergesen will make $800,000 this season after earning $434,000 in 2011. He sought $1.2 million. The Orioles haven't lost a hearing since 1995 with pitcher Ben McDonald. They're 7-0 with general counsel ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19780 2012-02-09T09:51:30Z 2012-02-09T18:38:14Z

Johnson would provide depth for O's in minors if Mahoney suffers injury

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch We should find out today whether Brad Bergesen was declared the winner in his arbitration hearing, which would represent the Orioles' first defeat since 1995 with former pitcher Ben McDonald. Don't feel bad if it happens. The money isn't coming out of your checking account. Either way, Bergesen will receive ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19779 2012-02-08T21:21:38Z 2012-02-09T13:00:02Z

Birds working toward minor league deal with first baseman Nick Johnson

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch The Orioles have discussed signing free-agent first baseman Nick Johnson to a minor league contract. No word yet on whether an agreement has been reached, but his name has come up in the warehouse. Update: No deal is in place, but the sides are close to an agreement. Johnson, 33, ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19772 2012-02-08T11:13:51Z 2012-02-08T22:20:26Z

With arbitration hearing looming, questions arise on length of Jones' stay

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch Just a reminder that Brad Bergesen's arbitration hearing is scheduled for today in St. Petersburg, Fla. Bergesen is seeking $1.2 million and the Orioles are offering $800,000. He made $434,000 last season. Adam Jones' hearing is scheduled for Feb. 17. He's seeking $7.4 million and the Orioles countered at $5 ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19768 2012-02-07T20:51:39Z 2012-02-08T12:58:07Z

Ferreira will scout pair in Dominican Republic, has watched Manny Ramirez

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch The Orioles are still trying to determine their level of interest in Cuban outfielder Yoenis Cespedes. The next step is for Fred Ferreira, their executive director of international recruiting, to take another look at him. Ferreira will head to the Dominican Republic in about 10 days to watch Cespedes work ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19763 2012-02-07T17:28:36Z 2012-02-07T22:04:40Z

Former Orioles outfielder Danny Clyburn found shot to death in South Carolina

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch I have the unfortunate task of passing along some tragic news regarding former Orioles outfielder Danny Clyburn. Clyburn was shot and killed early this morning in Lancaster, S.C., according to a report in The Herald. He would have been 38 on opening day. The Herald reported that Derrick Lamont Mcilwain, ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19760 2012-02-07T13:56:31Z 2012-02-07T18:06:11Z

Orioles seem destined to head to arbitration hearing with righty Brad Bergesen

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch I woke up this morning without another pitcher being traded. We're off to a good start. Brad Bergesen's arbitration hearing is scheduled for tomorrow in St. Petersburg, Fla., and there will have to be a flurry of activity between the two sides today to avoid it. Right now, it seems ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19757 2012-02-06T22:12:29Z 2012-02-06T23:24:50Z

One member of the organization insisted today that the Rockies provided "by far the best offer" that the Orioles received for pitcher Jeremy Guthrie. Some teams wanted the Orioles to eat a lot of salary and they weren't dangling prospects in return. The Orioles and Guthrie were $3 million apart...

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch One member of the organization insisted today that the Rockies provided "by far the best offer" that the Orioles received for pitcher Jeremy Guthrie. Some teams wanted the Orioles to eat a lot of salary and they weren't dangling prospects in return. The Orioles and Guthrie were $3 million apart ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19754 2012-02-06T18:09:00Z 2012-02-07T15:34:17Z

Dan Duquette on trade: "We didn't have any offers of young prospects for Jeremy"

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette just completed a conference call with reporters that also included new pitchers Jason Hammel and Matt Lindstrom. He described them as being dependable, durable, qualified major league pitchers. Hammel is viewed as capable of replacing Jeremy Guthrie's innings in the rotation, and Lindstrom will ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19752 2012-02-06T15:46:58Z 2012-02-06T19:05:31Z

Guthrie "a little bit sad" to be leaving Baltimore, but "excited" to pitch in Denver

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch The Orioles officially announced today's trade that sent Jeremy Guthrie to the Colorado Rockies for pitchers Jason Hammel and Matt Lindstrom. They also confirmed that left-handed specialist Clay Rapada has been designated for assignment to clear a spot on the 40-man roster. Guthrie said the deal was pretty much done ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19747 2012-02-06T13:36:45Z 2012-02-06T16:18:39Z

Former ace Guthrie sent to Rockies in exchange for pair of right-handers

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch The Orioles had an arbitration hearing scheduled today with pitcher Jeremy Guthrie in St. Petersburg, Fla., but it's been postponed amid rumors that he's about to be traded. And according to a source, a deal is close with the Rockies that would bring pitchers Jason Hammel and Matt Lindstrom to ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19742 2012-02-05T14:36:06Z 2012-02-06T16:06:16Z

Missing leadoff man, cleanup hitter, O's starting lineup anything but settled

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch Let's get this one out of the way first: Giants 27, Patriots 24. Victor Cruz is MVP. And the Ravens are still the best team in the AFC. Judging by the 310 comments I've received on yesterday's Manny Ramirez entry, it appears that the majority of readers here don't want ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19737 2012-02-04T12:23:42Z 2012-02-04T14:24:44Z

With rumors swirling about Manny Ramirez, does the slugger fit in Baltimore?

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch I opened yesterday's "Mid-Atlantic Sports Report" with a mini-rant against the Orioles signing Manny Ramirez. I may as well expand on it here. I'm just searching for the logic behind their interest, beyond a few obvious points. First of all, executive vice president Dan Duquette is looking for another bat, ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19734 2012-02-03T23:17:28Z 2012-02-04T14:26:06Z

The Birds agreed to terms on a minor league contract with outfield Jeff Larish

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch Former Tigers and Athletics outfielder Jeff Larish posted on Facebook today that he signed a minor league deal with the Orioles. A team official confirmed it. That's the usual order. Facebook first, then the team. Larish 29, won't receive an invitation to spring training. Larish, a left-handed hitter, has been ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19727 2012-02-03T11:03:13Z 2012-02-04T03:44:00Z

Second baseman Roberts' status major storyline heading in to spring training

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch I realize that pitchers and catchers don't report to spring training for 15 more days, but I'm already making a mental list of the most important story lines that I'll be following through March. I should probably write them down, since I don't trust my memory, but I'd probably forget ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19724 2012-02-02T19:08:26Z 2012-02-02T22:02:39Z

The Nationals just confirmed that they have reached agreement with free-agent pitcher Edwin Jackson on a one-year deal. Various reports place its worth at approximately $10 million. Jon Heyman of CBS Sports was the first to tweet the news, saying that Jackson was spotted at the airport as he arrived...

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch The Nationals just confirmed that they have reached agreement with free-agent pitcher Edwin Jackson on a one-year deal. Various reports place its worth at approximately $10 million. Jon Heyman of CBS Sports was the first to tweet the news, saying that Jackson was spotted at the airport as he arrived ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19716 2012-02-02T13:39:32Z 2012-02-02T19:44:48Z

Tillman ready to compete with several possible starters to make team

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch If Chris Tillman isn't part of the Orioles' rotation when they break camp, it won't be from a lack of effort. Tillman continues to work out with Orioles special assistant Brady Anderson in California, part of a group that also includes Brian Matusz, Tommy Hunter, Scott Beerer and Rick VandenHurk. ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19714 2012-02-02T03:00:30Z 2012-02-02T16:50:49Z

"Several teams involved" in talks with Cespedes, but agent won't say if O's are

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch This is going to qualify as one of those non-update updates that you've grown to love or hate. I'm not sure which side you're on, but here it comes. Adam Katz, the agent for Yoenis Cespedes, would only confirm earlier today that "several teams are involved" with the Cuban outfielder, ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19705 2012-02-01T12:09:36Z 2012-02-02T03:09:26Z

Orioles have been busy this winter, adding depth to create greater competition

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch Breaking news: The Orioles aren't expected to sign Edwin Jackson. In other news, Rhode Island isn't a road or an island, and Billy Cundiff isn't automatic from inside the 35. The Orioles weren't going to give Jackson more than three guaranteed years for the money he's been seeking, and he ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19701 2012-01-31T19:12:04Z 2012-02-01T15:13:56Z

Orioles will host SCF Manatees in exhibition game at Ed Smith Stadium

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch The Orioles announced today that they've reached an agreement with State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) Manatees Baseball, to play an exhibition game at Ed Smith Stadium on Tuesday, April 3 at 1:05 p.m. There will be no admission charge to attend the game except for reserved tickets near the ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19696 2012-01-31T11:39:28Z 2012-01-31T21:31:26Z

Trying to pick a dark horse player that could make the roster out of spring training

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch Following up on a tweet from yesterday, I was told that Brooks Robinson remains hospitalized in Hollywood Fla., after falling off a stage Friday night and sustaining two fractures in his rear shoulder area, including a broken clavicle. Robinson is resting comfortably. Well, as comfortably as you can rest with ... Read More