Orioles to host Fall Instructional League in Sarasota

Orioles to host Fall Instructional League in Sarasota
The Baltimore Orioles will host the team's Fall Instructional League at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota with games that are free and open to the public from September 20 through October 9. The Instructional League program focuses on specific individual development while providing additional playing time to accelerate a player's progress through the minor league system. Games are played on the Main Field, with parking available in the East Lot at no charge. Spectators may enter the ballpark...
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2019 Orioles Pet Calendar on sale today to benefit BARCS animal shelter

2019 Orioles Pet Calendar on sale today to benefit BARCS animal shelter
The 2019 Orioles Pet Calendar, presented by Pet+E.R., is now available for purchase, with all proceeds benefiting the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter, Inc. (BARCS), a nonprofit shelter that accepts and cares for all animals in need. The 15-month calendar, presented by Pet+E.R. for the fourth consecutive year, features photos of Orioles players with their pets and various BARCS animals. Players who will be featured in this year's calendar include Andrew Cashner, Miguel Castro, Chris...
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Opposite dugout: Winning season for Rays lost in top-heavy AL East

Opposite dugout: Winning season for Rays lost in top-heavy AL East
Manager: Kevin Cash (4th season) Record: 75-64 Last 10 games: 7-3 Who to watch: 2B Joey Wendle (.297/.346/.425), 3B Matt Duffy (.296/.354/.371), RF Mallex Smith (.302/.373/.424, SB), DH/1B C.J. Cron (26 HR, 61RBIs), LHP Blake Snell (2.02 ERA), RHP Sergio Romo (19 saves) Season series vs. Orioles: 8-8 Pitching probables: Sept. 7: RHP Dylan Bundy (7-13) vs. LHP Blake Snell (17-5), 7:10 p.m., MASN2Sept. 8: RHP David Hess (3-9) vs. TBD, 6:10 p.m., MASN2Sept. 9: RHP Alex Cobb (5-15) vs. TBD, 1:10...
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Nationals recall Pedro Severino and select Austen Williams

Nationals recall Pedro Severino and select Austen Williams
The Washington Nationals recalled catcher Pedro Severino and selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Austen Williams from Triple-A Syracuse on Saturday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Severino, 25, returns to Washington after hitting .269 with five doubles, one triple, six homers, 13 RBI, five walks and 14 runs scored in 33 games with Triple-A Syracuse. He joins the Nationals riding a nine-game hitting streak with the...
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International player signing announcement

International player signing announcement
The Orioles have agreed to terms with international player OF Damian Valdez, a 16-year-old out of the Dominican Republic. "Valdez is a gifted, young left-handed hitter," said Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations Dan Duquette. "He possesses a discerning batting eye and is capable of hitting the ball to all fields with power. We hope he develops into the type of player our fans enjoy seeing at Camden Yards."
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Orioles announce 2019 spring training schedule

Orioles announce 2019 spring training schedule
The Orioles today announced their 2019 Grapefruit League schedule, which opens Saturday, February 23, with a home game at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Fla. against the Minnesota Twins. The club's Grapefruit League season, which features 17 home dat Pitchers and catchers are scheduled to report on Wednesday, February 13, while the full-squad report date is set for Monday, February 18. The 2019 season will mark the Orioles' 10th consecutive Spring Training season in Sarasota and the club's...
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Nationals announce 2019 spring training schedule

Nationals announce 2019 spring training schedule
The Washington Nationals - in conjunction with Major League Baseball - announced their 2019 Spring Training schedule on Wednesday. The third season of Grapefruit League action at FITTEAM Ballpark of the Palm Beaches will kick off on Saturday, Feb. 23rd when the Washington Nationals host the Houston Astros. The Nationals will host 15 home games during the 30-game Grapefruit League slate. In addition to the 15 home games, the Nationals will face the Astros as the road team on March 10 and March...
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Orioles promote Lisa Tolson to vice president of human resources

Orioles promote Lisa Tolson to vice president of human resources
The Orioles today announced that the club has promoted Lisa Tolson, PHR, SHRM-CP to Vice President of Human Resources. This season marks her 33rd year with the Orioles. A Baltimore native, Tolson began her career with the Orioles in 1985 in the Ticket Office as a Group Sales Liaison and was named Director of Human Resources in 2000. She oversees all aspects of the team's human resources functions. She received her PHR certification through the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) in...
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International player signings announcement

International player signings announcement
The Orioles have agreed to terms with international players infielder Moises Ramirez, a 16-year-old out of the Dominican Republic, and RHP Carlos del Rosario, a 19-year-old out of the Dominican Republic. Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations Dan Duquette provided the following quote: "Today's signings are part of a coordinated plan for the Orioles to reestablish the club in the international recruiting arena. Ramirez has all the tools to be a solid offensive player in the middle of...
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Nationals reinstate Ryan Madson

Nationals reinstate Ryan Madson
The Washington Nationals reinstated right-handed pitcher Ryan Madson from the 10-day disabled list and placed right-handed pitcher Kelvin Herrera on the 10-day disabled list with a torn Lisfranc ligament in his left foot on Monday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Madson, 37, returns to the active roster after being placed on the 10-day disabled list on Aug. 14 (retroactive to Aug. 13) with lumbar nerve root irritation. Prior to...
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Opposite dugout: Royals look like O's chief rival for top draft pick

Opposite dugout: Royals look like O's chief rival for top draft pick
Manager: Ned Yost (9th season) Record: 42-91 Last 10 games: 4-6 Who to watch: 2B Whit Merrifield (.307, 28 SB) C Salvador Pérez (23 HR, 65 RBIs), DH Ryan O'Hearn (.554 slugging), RHP Brad Keller (6-5, 3.33 ERA), RHP Wily Peralta (8 saves), Season series vs. Orioles: 1-2 Pitching probables: Aug. 31: RHP Andrew Cashner (4-12) vs. RHP Brad Keller (6-5)Sept. 1: RHP Dylan Bundy (7-13) vs. RHP Heath Fillmyer (2-1)Sept. 2: RHP David Hess (3-8) vs. RHP Jorge López (0-4) Inside the Royals: The...
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Nationals announce 2019 schedule

Nationals announce 2019 schedule
The Washington Nationals - in conjunction with Major League Baseball - announced their 2019 schedule on Wednesday. The 15th season of Nationals baseball will commence with an Opening Day matchup against the New York Mets at Nationals Park on March 28th, marking the earliest start of the season in Nationals history (2005-present). Washington's initial homestand will feature three games against the Mets before welcoming the Philadelphia Phillies for two games, April 2nd and 3rd. Nationals Park...
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Opposite dugout: Mets picking up pieces with eye toward 2019

Opposite dugout: Mets picking up pieces with eye toward 2019
Manager: Mickey Callaway (1st season) Record: 56-71 Last 10 games: 6-4 Who to watch: LF Michael Conforto (18 HR, 51 RBIs), 3B Todd Frazier (14 HR, 46 RBIs), 1B Wilmer Flores (.278/.332/.447 with 47 RBIs), SS Amed Rosario (6 3B, 14 SB), RHP Zack Wheeler (3.63 ERA), RHP Robert Gsellman (7 saves) Season series vs. Nationals: 6-6 Pitching probables: Aug. 24: LHP Gio Gonzalez (7-10) vs. LHP Jason Vargas (3-8), 7:10 p.m., MASN2Aug. 25: RHP Tanner Roark (8-12) vs. RHP Zack Wheeler (8-6), 4:05 p.m.,...
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Nationals announce roster moves

Nationals announce roster moves
The Washington Nationals acquired infielder Andruw Monasterio and a player to be named later or cash considerations from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for second baseman Daniel Murphy on Tuesday. In addition, the Nationals traded first baseman Matt Adams to the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for cash considerations. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcements. Monasterio, 21, hit .263 with 14 doubles, two triples, three homers, 31 RBI, 52...
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Nationals recall Jimmy Cordero and Jefry Rodriguez

Nationals recall Jimmy Cordero and Jefry Rodriguez
The Washington Nationals recalled right-handed pitchers Jimmy Cordero and Jefry Rodriguez from Triple-A Syracuse and optioned Trevor Gott to Triple-A Syracuse on Saturday. Additionally, they placed right-handed pitcher Jeremy Hellickson on the 10-day disabled list (retroactive to Aug. 16) with a right wrist sprain. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcements. Cordero, 26, joins the Nationals for his second Major League stint of the season....
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Volunteers will pitch in at local nonprofits during inaugural OriolesREACH Week

Volunteers will pitch in at local nonprofits during inaugural OriolesREACH Week
Orioles employees will spend next week pitching in at various nonprofits around Baltimore. The organization's first OriolesREACH Week will conclude with its annual collection at Camden Yards to benefit the Maryland Food Bank. The Orioles On Deck Employee Volunteer Program, presented by Bank of America, will send helpers to a different local organization each day next week. On Monday, the volunteers will be painting hallways and dormitories at The Baltimore Station, a residential theraputic...
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Opposite dugout: Indians closing in on AL Central crown

Opposite dugout: Indians closing in on AL Central crown
Manager: Terry Francona (6th season) Record: 69-51 Last 10 games: 8-2 Who to watch: 3B José Ramírez (36 HR, 89 RBIs, 27 SB), SS Francisco Lindor (29 HR, 75 RBIs, 19 SB), LF Michael Brantley (29 2B), 1B Yonder Alonso (20 HR, 70 RBIs), RHP Mike Clevinger (3.38 ERA), RHP Cody Allen (23 saves) Season series vs. Orioles: 3-1 Pitching probables: Aug. 17: RHP David Hess (2-6) vs. RHP Carlos Carrasco (14-6), 7:10 p.m., MASNAug. 18: RHP Alex Cobb (3-15) vs. RHP Adam Plutko (4-2), 4:05 p.m.,...
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Orioles to host WWE Birdlandmania at Oriole Park on September 19

Orioles to host WWE Birdlandmania at Oriole Park on September 19
The Orioles invite fans to step into the ring and enjoy WWE Birdlandmania at Oriole Park on Wednesday, September 19, when the O's host the Toronto Blue Jays at 7:05 p.m. ET. A limited number of ticket packages are available, which feature a game ticket and a limited-edition Oriole Bird "Birdlandmania" bobblehead. Ticket packages are $30 for an upper reserve seat or $45 for a left field lower box seat. Fans also have the opportunity to purchase upgraded ticket packages for $60, which include...
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Nationals recall Koda Glover

Nationals recall Koda Glover
The Washington Nationals recalled right-handed pitcher Koda Glover from Triple-A Syracuse and placed right-handed pitcher Kelvin Herrera on the 10-day disabled list with a right rotator cuff impingement. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Glover, 25, joins the Nationals for his first Major League assignment of the season after appearing in eight games with Triple-A Syracuse. He went 1-0 with two saves and a 2.25 ERA (2 ER/8.0 IP) in...
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Opposite dugout: Red Sox have separated themselves from the pack

Opposite dugout: Red Sox have separated themselves from the pack
Manager: Alex Cora (1st season) Record: 81-35 Last 10 games: 8-2 Who to watch: DH J.D. Martinez (34 HR, .332/.399/.654), RF Mookie Betts (26 HR, .340/.428/.649, 22 SB), LF Andrew Benintendi (.305/.388/.512, 20 SB), SS Xander Bogaerts (32 2B), LHP David Price (3.93 ERA), RHP Craig Kimbrel (33 saves) Season series vs. Orioles: 10-2 Pitching probables: Aug. 10: RHP Nathan Eovaldi (5-4) vs. RHP Dylan Bundy (7-10), 7:05 p.m., MASN2Aug. 11: LHP David Price (11-6) vs. RHP Yefry Ramírez (1-4), 1:05...
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