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Rachel Levitin: Not Nationals Stadium, not Nationals Field; it's called Nationals Park

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Rachel Levitin: Not Nationals Stadium, not Nationals Field; it's called Nationals Park
So I have a pet peeve that I've stayed quiet about for too long now. It's gotten to the point where I nearly boiled over with irritation while discussing said pet peeve with my friend last night. What is it? Well, clearly it's baseball related, since it's being posted on this blog. Even now, in its seventh year of operation, there are people who live in the D.C. metropolitan area and suburbs who call Nationals Park anything except its namesake and it's driving me crazy. I've heard a...
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Daniel Clark: O's winning despite struggling offense

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Daniel Clark: O's winning despite struggling offense
As the first week of August nears its end, the Orioles have found themselves in a position that hasn't been seen all that often since returning to their winning ways in 2012. During the successful seasons of 2012 and 2013, the O's offense was rarely the No. 1 cause for concern, as that worry typically focused on inconsistent starting pitching. Powerful lineups in each of those two seasons - led by the likes of Adam Jones, Chris Davis, Matt Wieters, Manny Machado and J.J. Hardy - ensured O's...
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Nationals acquire left-handed reliever Matt Thornton

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Nationals acquire left-handed reliever Matt Thornton
The Washington Nationals today claimed left-handed reliever Matt Thornton off waivers from the New York Yankees. The Nationals also transferred right-handed pitcher Taylor Jordan to the 60-Day Disabled List. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Thornton joins the Nationals after going 0-3 with 12 holds and a 2.55 ERA (7 ER/24.2 IP) in 46 appearances in his lone season with the Yankees. In his 24.2 innings with New York (AL), Thornton...
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Orioles to support Barcs Animal Shelter with pet calendar sale and autograph signing

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Orioles to support Barcs Animal Shelter with pet calendar sale and autograph signing
The Orioles today announced that the sixth annual Orioles Pet Calendar will go on sale August 12, with the proceeds to benefit the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS), a non-profit shelter that accepts and cares for all animals in need. The 16-month calendar features photos of Orioles players with their personal pets and various BARCS animals at notable locations around the city of Baltimore, including the National Aquarium, Fort McHenry, the Hippodrome Theatre, the U.S.S....
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Nationals recall catcher Sandy Leon from Triple-A, place catcher Wilson Ramos on Paternity List

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Nationals recall catcher Sandy Leon from Triple-A, place catcher Wilson Ramos on Paternity List
The Washington Nationals today recalled catcher Sandy Leon from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League and placed catcher Wilson Ramos on the Paternity List. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Leon, 25, rejoins the Nationals for his third Major League stint of the season. The switch-hitting catcher is batting .212 (25-for-118) in 34 games with Syracuse this season, with eight doubles, two home runs and 11 RBI. In 28 games...
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Social Media Weekend styled by Hair Cuttery coming up this weekend

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Social Media Weekend styled by Hair Cuttery coming up this weekend
We're back at it again, Orioles fans! MASN's Social Media Weekend (#masnSMW) styled by Hair Cuttery starts this Friday, Aug. 8 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. By being social with MASN, you'll have chances to win during the entire Cardinals series at the ballpark. If you plan on heading to the Yard, you could win an opportunity to swap your seats for an upgraded view! Fans who are at the Yard and tag their tweets with #SeatSwap will be eligible to win a seat upgrade courtesy of...
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Opposite dugout: Mets challenge Nats with quality young pitching in D.C.

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Opposite dugout: Mets challenge Nats with quality young pitching in D.C.
Manager: Terry Collins, fourth year Record: 53-59 Last 10 games: 5-5 Who to watch: 1B Lucas Duda (.261/.358/.508, 22 doubles, 20 HR, 61 RBIs); 2B Daniel Murphy (.296/.341/.429, 31 doubles, 9 HR, 45 RBIs, 65 R); RHP Jacob deGrom (6-5, 2.77 ERA, 1.22 WHIP); LHP Jon Niese (5-7, 3.24 ERA, 1.26 WHIP) Season series vs. Nats: 1-5, 20 runs scored, 35 runs allowed Pitching probables Aug. 5: Zack Wheeler vs. Gio Gonzalez, 7 p.m., MASN2 HD Aug. 6: Jon Niese vs. Doug Fister, 7 p.m., MASN2 HD Aug. 7: Jacob...
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Dave Nichols: Souza has taken an interesting path to the majors

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Dave Nichols: Souza has taken an interesting path to the majors
The Nationals recalled Steven Souza Jr. from Triple-A Syracuse on Monday to replace Nate McLouth on the active roster, as the struggling veteran outfielder was placed on the 15-day disabled list with shoulder inflammation. Souza's return to the bigs was met with giddy anticipation from a segment of the Nationals' fanbase that scours the minor leagues to boast about seeing the "next big thing" before they reach the big leagues. Souza has completely torn up the International League this...
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Jon Shepherd: How to review the Miller deal

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Jon Shepherd: How to review the Miller deal
As a writer for a fairly large blog, we do tend to get a decent amount of criticism regarding our analysis. Criticism is good because it challenges our process. We are fairly confident that we have a decent handle on these deals based on a couple of our review pieces on our thoughts on the trades from 2012 and 2013. When the Andrew Miller was traded Eduardo Rodriguez, we discussed it in length at Camden Depot, which faintly mirrored our thoughts on the Francisco Rodriguez deal from the previous...
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Opposite dugout: Blue Jays welcome O's with chance to close gap on first

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Opposite dugout: Blue Jays welcome O's with chance to close gap on first
Manager: John Gibbons, second year Record: 60-53 Last 10 games: 6-4 Who to watch: RF Jose Bautista (.293/.412/.515, 21 doubles, 21 HR, 64 RBIs, 69 R); LF Melky Cabrera (.309/.359/.475, 28 doubles, 14 HR, 55 RBIs, 70 R); 3B Juan Francisco (.241/.312/.510, 13 doubles, 16 HR, 42 RBIs); LHP Mark Buehrle (11-7, 3.11 ERA, 1.33 WHIP) Season series vs. O's: 5-5, 48 runs scored, 38 runs allowed Pitching probables Aug. 5: Mark Buehrle vs. Bud Norris, 7 p.m., MASN HD Aug. 6: Drew Hutchison vs. Wei-Yin...
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Jayson Werth named National League Player of the Month for July

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Jayson Werth named National League Player of the Month for July
Washington Nationals right fielder Jayson Werth was named National League Player of the Month for July. Major League Baseball made the announcement this afternoon. Werth hit .337 (28-for-83) in July with 11 doubles, six home runs, 24 RBI, 17 runs scored and 14 walks to earn the second monthly citation of his 13-year Major League career. Coincidentally, Werth earned the first Player of the Month award of his career in July of 2013 (.367 average, seven home runs, 22 RBI). This July, the...
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Nationals recall OF Steven Souza Jr. from Triple-A, place OF Nate McLouth on 15-day DL

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Nationals recall OF Steven Souza Jr. from Triple-A, place OF Nate McLouth on 15-day DL
The Washington Nationals today recalled outfielder Steven Souza Jr. from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League and placed outfielder Nate McLouth on the 15-day Disabled List (retroactive to Aug. 2) with right shoulder inflammation. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Souza, who rejoins the Nationals for his second Major League stint of the season, currently leads the International League in batting average (.354), on-base...
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Opposite dugout: Gausman on hill as hot-pitching O's look to take season series from Nats

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Opposite dugout: Gausman on hill as hot-pitching O's look to take season series from Nats
Manager: Buck Showalter, fifth year Record: 62-48 Last 10 games: 7-3 Who to watch: LF Nelson Cruz (.262/.332/.518, 19 doubles, 29 HR, 75 RBIs, 61 R); CF Adam Jones (.284/.311/.480, 21 doubles, 21 HR, 68 RBIs, 63 R); 3B Manny Machado (.276/.320/.432, 13 doubles, 11 HR, 28 RBIs); RHP Kevin Gausman (5-3, 3.70 ERA, 1.34 WHIP) Season series vs. Nats: 2-1, 14 runs scored, 11 runs allowed Pitching probable Aug. 4: Kevin Gausman vs. Tanner Roark, 7 p.m., MASN HD Series breakdown The Orioles and...
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Opposite dugout: Nationals send Roark to hill for final '14 edition of Battle of the Beltways

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Opposite dugout: Nationals send Roark to hill for final '14 edition of Battle of the Beltways
Manager: Matt Williams, first year Record: 60-49 Last 10 games: 5-5 Who to watch: 3B Anthony Rendon (.280/.338/.470, 29 doubles, 14 HR, 62 RBIs, 78 R); RF Jayson Werth (.278/.365/.433, 26 doubles, 12 HR, 61 RBIs, 62 R); SS Ian Desmond (.249/.301/.425, 18 doubles, 17 HR, 66 RBIs); RHP Tanner Roark (11-6, 2.74 ERA, 1.08 WHIP) Season series vs. O's: 1-2, 11 runs scored, 14 runs allowed Pitching probable Aug. 4: Tanner Roark vs. Kevin Gausman, 7 p.m., MASN2 HD Series breakdown Instead of resting...
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Marty Niland: Resilience, luck have Nats in good position

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Marty Niland: Resilience, luck have Nats in good position
We've all heard that it's better to be lucky than good, but a resilient Nationals team has offered proof over the past week that it's best to be both. The Nats were clinging to a 1 1/2 game lead over Atlanta in the National League East just a week ago. Since then, they have lost four of seven games, some in spectacular spirit-crushing fashion. Yet, they have added two games to their lead over the Braves, who may be flatlining at an opportune time. Is that luck, grit or a little bit of...
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Andrew Stetka: O's trade activity shows perception of franchise

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Andrew Stetka: O's trade activity shows perception of franchise
Over the next two months, you are going to hear a lot about the playoff races throughout baseball. There will be talk of who can win the National League pennant. Will the Dodgers pull it off through high expectations? Can the Cardinals make a return trip to the World Series? There's plenty of intrigue to go around on the Senior Circuit. There's a big difference when you look at the American League, at least in the eyes of most of the population. Most of the country will view the next two...
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Heart transplant recipient, avid "School of Roch" fan Fahs to throw out first pitch

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Heart transplant recipient, avid "School of Roch" fan Fahs to throw out first pitch
Scott Fahs grew up envying the likes of Eddie Murray, Jim Palmer and Mike Mussina. He vividly remembers Cal Ripken Jr. breaking Lou Gehrig's record for most consecutive games played and describes it as "one of the neatest things ever." On Saturday, The 37-year Orioles fan will get the opportunity to walk the grounds of the park that provided him with some of his favorite sports memories. Fahs, 44, will get to make a memory of his own as he is set to throw out the ceremonial first ball at...
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LHP Andrew Miller reports to the Orioles, RHP Ryan Webb designated off the 25-man roster

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LHP Andrew Miller reports to the Orioles, RHP Ryan Webb designated off the 25-man roster
The Orioles today announced that left-hander Andrew Miller has reported to the club and right-hander Ryan Webb has been designated off of the 25-man roster. Miller, 29, was acquired from Boston yesterday. He has posted a 2.34 ERA (42.1IP, 11ER) with 13 walks and 69 strikeouts in 50 appearances for Boston this season. He has held left-handed hitters to a .150/.203/.217 line in 65 plate appearances, while keeping righties to a .180/.279/.258 line in 105 plate appearances. Since becoming a...
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Nationals activate infielder Asdrubal Cabrera, option right-hander Aaron Barrett to Triple-A Syracuse

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Nationals activate infielder Asdrubal Cabrera, option right-hander Aaron Barrett to Triple-A Syracuse
The Washington Nationals today activated infielder Asdrubal Cabrera and optioned right-handed reliever Aaron Barrett to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. The Nationals acquired Cabrera, along with cash considerations, from the Cleveland Indians on Thursday afternoon in exchange for infielder Zach Walters. Cabrera, a veteran shortstop who has started 149 games at second base, is a...
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Matthew Taylor: Excited for August and everything after

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Matthew Taylor: Excited for August and everything after
The Orioles lost 1-0 in extra innings to the Angels on Thursday. They mustered a measly five hits in 13 innings. Their division lead is down to 1 1/2 games with the Blue Jays having won six straight and nine of their last 10. And yet I went to bed with a smile on my face last night. Are we having fun yet? I don't know about you, but I sure am. It's August and the Orioles are in first place in the American League East. This hasn't happened since 1997 when the O's went wire to wire. What's...
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