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Jayson Werth returns with Gio Gonzalez on the mound (with lineups)

May 08, 2015, 11:47am

Left fielder Jayson Werth returns to the Nationals' lineup this evening after missing the past two games with soreness in his right shoulder, resulting from offseason surgery. Werth, who began the season on the disabled list, has struggled at the plate since joining the team on April 13. The 35-year-old is batting a lowly .176 (13-for-74) with no homers and only seven RBIs. Braves starter Eric Stults beat the Nats back on April 27, when he allowed two runs in 6 1/3 innings in Atlanta. It's...

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Orioles fans create ReOpening Day, encouraging fans to welcome team back to Birdland

May 08, 2015, 10:09am

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On April 29, amid civil unrest in the city of Baltimore, the Orioles defeated the White Sox 8-2 in front of an announced attendance of zero. While the game was closed to the public and the stadium was empty, it seemed as if the whole world was watching. For many baseball fans outside of the city, it was nothing more than a topic of discussion. For Baltimore fans, it was much more personal, and while most understood the decision, they were still sad they were unable to cheer on their team in...

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Patrick Reddington: On arm slots, velocity and innings progressions

May 08, 2015, 5:57am

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Patrick Reddington: On arm slots, velocity and innings progressions

Manager Matt Williams was asked last month for his opinion, as a former major league slugger, on what makes Nationals right-hander Max Scherzer so difficult a pitcher to face "He's low three-quarters (arm slot)," Williams explained, "so for the righty, it's a little bit crossfire. It's the ability to pitch at 92 (mph) and reach back for 96 when he needs it. So that difference between 92 and 96 is pretty good. The ability to change speeds with his fastball is important, not just breaking...

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Matthew Taylor: Going deep to find members of exclusive Orioles club

May 08, 2015, 5:37am

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Minnesota Twins rookie Eddie Rosario homered on the first big league pitch he ever saw on Wednesday. Rosario became the 29th player to knock the first pitch of his first at-bat out of the park. No Orioles player has ever homered on the first pitch they ever saw; however, two O's players homered in their first at-bat. Meanwhile, one former Orioles pitcher homered on the first pitch of his first career at-bat after he departed Baltimore. Let's talk about Buster Narum, Lou Montanez, and Esteban...

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Right moment for Bryce Harper

May 08, 2015, 3:58am

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To really understand the passion Bryce Harper has for playing the game of baseball, just ask him about defense and watch him light up. And now in his new permanent position in right field, he has filled up the highlight reels with leaping catches and sniper-like throws in the season's first month. Nationals manager Matt Williams made the call to flip-flop outfield positions for Harper and Jayson Werth this past offseason. Harper had previously made 64 starts in right coming into the season,...

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Orioles reinstate J.J. Hardy from the 15-day disabled list; Everth Cabrera placed on the 15-day disabled list

May 07, 2015, 3:16pm

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The Orioles today announced that they have reinstated infielder J.J. Hardy from the 15-day disabled list and have placed infielder Everth Cabrera on the 15-day disabled list with a left foot contusion. Hardy, 32, appeared in three rehab games with Double-A Bowie, batting .333/.333/.417 (4-12) with a double, RBI, and two runs scored. He was placed on the disabled list on April 5 (retroactive to March 27) with a left shoulder strain. In 2014, Hardy earned his third consecutive Gold Glove Award...

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2015 All-Star Game voting open

May 07, 2015, 2:38pm

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Sure, we're only a month into the season, but we have already been treated to some amazing Nationals baseball moments. For instance, Max Scherzer. The Nats' new pitcher has dominated in his first April in a Nationals uniform. Or look at Bryce Harper. On Wednesday, he hit three home runs in one game, including one that landed in the upper deck. He's on fire. Nats fans are treated to his play almost every day. But does he deserve to shine on a national stage? Well, that's your decision to...

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Orioles to host Baltimore City high school baseball championship game this Saturday at Oriole Park

May 07, 2015, 11:09am

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The Orioles today announced that they will host the Baltimore City High School Baseball Championship game between the Academy for College and Career Exploration (12-1) and Digital Harbor High School (11-1) on Saturday, May 9 at 1:00 p.m. at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Both schools finished the regular season with the two best records among Baltimore City high schools, and the winner will be crowned the 2015 Baltimore City High School Champion. Pre-game ceremonies will consist of team...

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Fans encouraged with giveaways, ticket discounts to "Vote Orange" for 2015 All-Star Game

May 07, 2015, 10:20am

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Don't blink, because before you know it, it will be July. Granted, we're only in the first week of May and it seems as if baseball is just starting to get into full swing. (Pun very much intended.) Although we're only about a month in, we have already seen some amazing baseball moments. Manny Machado continues to make so many nearly impossible plays look routine. We saw Chris Davis hit a home run that ended up on Eutaw Street. Oh yeah, and Adam Jones. Do we even need to say anything...

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Zach Wilt: What are the Orioles missing?

May 07, 2015, 5:05am

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What are the Orioles missing? A veteran outfielder, a big-time slugger and a shutdown reliever. That's what the Orioles lost during the offseason to the free agent market. After nine seasons in black and orange, Nick Markakis signed on with the Atlanta Braves. Nelson Cruz, who was arguably the best free agent signing last offseason, cashed in on his 40-homer season with a $57 million contract out west in Seattle. Andrew Miller headed north to put on the pinstripes for the division rival New...

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Record day from Bryce Harper emphasizes big year

May 06, 2015, 10:12pm

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Record day from Bryce Harper emphasizes big year

During a week filled with major sporting events in the nation's capital, Bryce Harper did his best to steal the show. The 22-year-old walloped three majestic homers in one game for the first time in his career while becoming the youngest to accomplish the feat in 46 years. Harper's trio of tape measure blasts traveled a combined 1,276 feet - or almost a quarter of a mile. His last clout soared to the top of the second deck, almost guaranteeing that sooner or later one will make the previously...

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David Huzzard: Bryce Harper and putting the ball in play

May 06, 2015, 6:35pm

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David Huzzard: Bryce Harper and putting the ball in play

If you've made it this far through the Internet. I'm certain that you're tired of reading about Bryce Harper's big day, but it isn't every day that a 22-year-old four-year major league veteran hits three home runs in one game. I'm also not going to write about that. I'm going to write about something far less interesting. History is exciting and when it happens for your team it can be fun to read about or write about, but you know the saying a picture is worth a thousand words? Well a...

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Home run derby for Harper in Nats' 7-5 win

May 06, 2015, 2:01pm

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Home run derby for Harper in Nats' 7-5 win

Twelve days ago, Marlins starter Tom Koehler held Bryce Harper hitless, striking out the 22-year-old once. Today, Koehler became a part of history as Harper unleashed a three-homer assault propelling the Nats to a 7-5 victory in the series finale. "That's how I should be, plain and simple," said a confident Harper after the game. "That's how I should be. That's how I expect myself to play." It's the first time Harper has hit three home runs in a major league game and he becomes the...

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Bryce Harper's three-homer day lifts Nats to 7-5 win in series finale

May 06, 2015, 9:51am

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Bryce Harper's three-homer day lifts Nats to 7-5 win in series finale

The Marlins opened the second inning with four straight hits against Nationals starter Max Scherzer, leading to a couple of quick runs. Nats first baseman Ryan Zimmerman helped prevent further damage when he charged in to field a bunt from Marlins starter Tom Koehler. Zimmerman then wheeled to make a perfect throw to shortstop Ian Desmond to start a huge double play. Right fielder Bryce Harper answered with a leadoff homer in the second. Harper deposited Koehler's 1-0 offering over over the...

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Bullpen help on the way as Casey Janssen prepares for rehab stint

May 06, 2015, 9:05am

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Bullpen help on the way as Casey Janssen prepares for rehab stint

The Nationals signed veteran right-hander Casey Janssen in January with the idea that he would step into the eighth-inning setup role vacated by Tyler Clippard. Janssen has yet to pitch in the majors this season after experiencing tendinitis in his throwing shoulder during a Grapefruit League appearance on March 23. Janssen traveled to Nationals Park to participate in opening day ceremonies but immediately left after to continue his rehabilitation in Viera, Fla. He returned to the Nats...

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Scherzer looks for support, Werth sits again (with lineups)

May 06, 2015, 6:58am

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Scherzer looks for support, Werth sits again (with lineups)

Left fielder Jayson Werth is out of the starting lineup for a second straight game this afternoon. Like last night, rookie Michael A. Taylor will start in Werth's place in left field and bat eighth. Taylor was 0-for-3 with two strikeouts in the 2-1 loss to the Marlins. Taylor, who struggles with discipline at the plate, has now struck out 24 times in just 62 at-bats. He also had a bit of trouble last night in his first start in left when he misplayed a sharp ground ball down the line off the...

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Rachel Levitin: Solis a welcome addition to improving bullpen

May 06, 2015, 6:53am

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Rachel Levitin: Solis a welcome addition to improving bullpen

Tuesday night was a tough one for Stephen Strasburg and the Nationals. He did his best to try and push through the night against the Miami Marlins but, three innings in, that was it for the night. Strasburg's right shoulder blade discomfort caused the early exit, but created an opportunity for left-landed reliever Sammy Solis, a recent call-up. The southpaw has pitched five scoreless innings in two major league appearances since being called up and manager Matt Williams was impressed by how...

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Domenic Vadala: Dealing with injuries and their aftermath

May 06, 2015, 6:27am

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Domenic Vadala: Dealing with injuries and their aftermath

Every Major League Baseball season is different, and there are no ifs, ands, or buts about that. However, I would submit that if there's one thing that has kind of marred the first month of this year, it's been injuries. This is true regarding the Orioles, and it's true of other teams. If anything, the Orioles are probably luckier than most teams in that J.J. Hardy and Ryan Flaherty are currently doing rehab assignments, where some teams are starting to get bitten by the bug now. As we've...

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A slow road back for Jayson Werth so far

May 06, 2015, 4:29am

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A slow road back for Jayson Werth so far

Trailing 2-1 with one out in the seventh and two runners on, Nationals manager Matt Williams sent Jayson Werth to the on-deck circle to wave a bat around last night. But Williams had no intention of using Werth, who was given the night off, to hit in the critical spot. The idea was to keep Marlins right-hander Nick Masset on the mound. So after rookie Michael A. Taylor, Werth's replacement in left field, grounded out, Williams called the 35-year old back to the dugout as lefty Clint Robinson...

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Stephen Strasburg dealing with right shoulder blade issue

May 05, 2015, 8:20pm

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Stephen Strasburg dealing with right shoulder blade issue

Nationals starter Stephen Strasburg lasted only three innings before discomfort underneath his right shoulder blade forced him to leave the an eventual 2-1 loss to the Marlins. "It's just something that's been lingering, and I just felt it more and more," Strasburg said after the game. "I feel like it was something, I feel like I could've gone through it. But at this point in the season, you just want to get it right and not alter your mechanics too much. I think that's the big thing....