Scott Olsen Reinstated from DL; Stephen Strasburg Placed on DL

Scott Olsen Reinstated from DL; Stephen Strasburg Placed on DL
The Washington Nationals today returned from rehab and reinstated left-handed pitcher Scott Olsen from the 15-Day Disabled List and placed right-handed pitcher Stephen Strasburg on the 15-Day DL with right shoulder inflammation, retroactive to July 22. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Olsen, who will get the starting nod in today's series finale against Atlanta, missed the last 59 games after he was placed on the DL on May 22 with left...
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Orioles Reinstate Catcher Matt Wieters from Disabled List

Orioles Reinstate Catcher Matt Wieters from Disabled List
Catcher Craig Tatum optioned to Triple-A Norfolk The Orioles today announced that CA Matt Wieters has been reinstated from the 15-day disabled list. To make room for Wieters on the roster, CA Craig Tatum has been optioned to Triple-A Norfolk. Wieters was placed on the disabled list on July 10 with a strained right hamstring. At the time of his injury, Wieters was batting .245 (66-269) with six home runs and 29 RBI in 77 games for the Orioles. In 32 games for the Orioles, Tatum batted .271...
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Washington Nationals Dream Foundation Hosts NatsTown Green-Up

Washington Nationals Dream Foundation Hosts NatsTown Green-Up
The Washington Nationals Dream Foundation is once again teaming up with the Earth Conservation Corps to host the second annual NatsTown Green-up, which gives area residents and local businesses the opportunity to make a difference by beautifying the neighborhood surrounding Nationals Park. Three locations have been selected to benefit from this year's Green-Up: · Matthew Henson Center, 2000 Half Street, SW · 1st and Q Streets, SW and surrounding...
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Orioles Reinstate 2B Brian Roberts From 60-Day Disabled List

Orioles Reinstate 2B Brian Roberts From 60-Day Disabled List
INF Scott Moore Designated for Reassignment The Orioles today announced that they have reinstated 2B Brian Roberts from the 60-day disabled list, where he had been since April 10 with an abdominal strain. To make room for Roberts on the roster, the team has designated INF Scott Moore for assignment. Roberts played in four games for the Orioles this season, going 2-for-14. In three rehab games at Double-A Bowie this week, he went 6-for-14 with two doubles. Moore batted .209 (18-86) with 10...
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Orioles Reinstate RHP Kevin Millwood from 15-Day Disabled List

Orioles Reinstate RHP Kevin Millwood from 15-Day Disabled List
The Orioles today announced that they have reinstated RHP Kevin Millwood from the 15-day disabled list, where he had been since July 6 with a strained right forearm (flexor mass). Millwood is 2-8 with a 5.77 ERA (107.2IP, 69ER) in 18 starts for the Orioles this season.
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Nationals Option Justin Maxwell to Syracuse

Nationals Option Justin Maxwell to Syracuse
Following tonight's 7-2 loss at Great American Ball Park, the Washington Nationals optioned outfielder Justin Maxwell to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Maxwell, 26, has 14 walks and a .340 on-base percentage in 24 games with the Nationals this season. He is 4-for-38 (.105) with one double, one home run, three RBI and three stolen bases.
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Orioles Option LHP Troy Patton to Triple-A Norfolk

Orioles Option LHP Troy Patton to Triple-A Norfolk
The Orioles announced after today's game that they have optioned LHP Troy Patton to Triple-A Norfolk. Patton was recalled before today's game against Tampa Bay but did not pitch. He is 6-9 with a 4.91 ERA (99.0IP, 54ER) in 18 starts for the Tides this season. A corresponding roster move will be announced prior to tomorrow's game against Minnesota.
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Orioles Reinstate LHP Michael Gonzalez from Disabled List; Recall LHP Troy Patton from Triple-A Norfolk

Orioles Reinstate LHP Michael Gonzalez from Disabled List; Recall LHP Troy Patton from Triple-A Norfolk
INF Josh Bell optioned to Tides; RHP Jim Johnson transferred to 60-day disabled list The Orioles announced a series of roster moves prior to today's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. LHP Michael Gonzalez has been reinstated from the 60-day disabled list, LHP Troy Patton has been recalled from Triple-A Norfolk and INF Josh Bell has been optioned to the Tides. In addition, to make room for Gonzalez on the 40-man roster, RHP Jim Johnson has been transferred from the 15-day disabled list to the...
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Orioles Option RHP Chris Tillman to Triple-A Norfolk

Orioles Option RHP Chris Tillman to Triple-A Norfolk
The Orioles today announced that they have optioned RHP Chris Tillman to Triple-A Norfolk. Tillman, 22, is 1-4 with a 7.92 ERA (25.0IP, 22ER) in six starts with the Orioles this season. He made two starts after being recalled for the second time this season on July 10, going 1-1 with a 7.20 ERA (10.0IP, 8ER), including a victory in which he pitched a career-high 7.1 innings on July 10 at Texas. A corresponding roster move will be announced prior to tomorrow's game against Tampa Bay.
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Orioles Reinstate of Luke Scott From Disabled List

Orioles Reinstate of Luke Scott From Disabled List
RHP Frank Mata optioned to Triple-A Norfolk The Orioles today announced that OF Luke Scott has been reinstated from the 15-day disabled list. To make room for Scott on the roster, RHP Frank Mata has been optioned to Triple-A Norfolk. Scott was placed on the disabled list on July 1 with a strained left hamstring. At the time of his injury, Scott was batting .274 (61-223) with 12 home runs and 30 RBI in 66 games for the Orioles. Mata posted a 7.79 ERA (17.1IP, 15ER) in 15 games for the Orioles...
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Major League Baseball and Baltimore Orioles Encourage Fans to Arrive Early for Game on Tuesday, July 20

Major League Baseball and Baltimore Orioles Encourage Fans to Arrive Early for Game on Tuesday, July 20
Major League Baseball and the Baltimore Orioles are encouraging fans to arrive early to Oriole Park at Camden Yards for the game against the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday, July 20. Security will be significantly increased due to the attendance of First Lady Michelle Obama, who will be a part of the first pitch ceremonies. All fans will be required to pass through magnetometers which will cause delays when entering through gates. Due to the ramped up security and heavy foot traffic around the...
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First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama to Visit Camden Yards on Tuesday

First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama to Visit Camden Yards on Tuesday
First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama will visit Camden Yards next Tuesday, July 20 for the announcement of a new joint initiative between Major League Baseball, the Major League Baseball Players Association and the White House. Following the announcement, Orioles and Tampa Bay Rays players will conduct a clinic on the field for 50 young baseball players from local RBI (Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities) leagues and Boys & Girls Clubs. Please note that these events are not open to the...
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Orioles Recall INF Josh Bell from Triple-A Norfolk

Orioles Recall INF Josh Bell from Triple-A Norfolk
The Orioles have announced that they recalled INF Josh Bell from Triple-A Norfolk. Bell, 23, was batting .266 (76-286) with 10 home runs and 44 RBI in 74 games for the Tides. He made his major league debut for the Orioles on July 1, and batted .200 (3-15) in five games.
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Orioles Place Catcher Matt Wieters on 15-Day Disabled List

Orioles Place Catcher Matt Wieters on 15-Day Disabled List
The Orioles today announced that they have placed CA Matt Wieters on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right hamstring, retroactive to July 10. Wieters, 24, has batted .245 (66-269) with six home runs and 29 RBI in 77 games for the Orioles. A corresponding roster move will be announced tomorrow.
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Orioles Announce Upgrades and Additions to the Carvel Kids' Corner at Camden Yards

Orioles Announce Upgrades and Additions to the Carvel Kids' Corner at Camden Yards
The Orioles will unveil a new and improved Carvel Kids' Corner when the team opens their homestand tomorrow, Friday, July 16, against the Toronto Blue Jays at 7:05 p.m. Improvements and enhancements to the new Carvel Kids' Corner, located inside Gate C at Camden Yards, include two new interactive games that young fans will be able to play whenever they visit Oriole Park. "Home Run Derby" will give youngsters the chance to take their hacks in a batting cage, while "Strike Zone", featuring...
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Statement from the Washington Nationals on the Passing of George Steinbrenner

Statement from the Washington Nationals on the Passing of George Steinbrenner
"The Washington Nationals and the Lerner Family are deeply saddened by the loss of George Steinbrenner - a monumental figure of the baseball world for more than 35 years. He will be remembered as a driven competitor and champion, but also a man who gave much to the people and communities he loved. George was a one of a kind owner, sports figure, and man. He will be missed. Our condolences go out to the Steinbrenner family, the Yankees organization and Yankees fans everywhere."
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Statement from Orioles Principal Owner and Managing Partner Peter Angelos Regarding the Passing of George Steinbrenner

Statement from Orioles Principal Owner and Managing Partner Peter Angelos Regarding the Passing of George Steinbrenner
"The Orioles are saddened to learn of the passing of George Steinbrenner. As an active participant in the organizational direction and operations of the New York Yankees, his name is as synonymous with that franchise as any of the legendary athletes who have played in pinstripes. On behalf of the Orioles organization, I extend my deepest condolences to his wife, Joan, and the members of his family."
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Nationals Recall Outfielder Justin Maxwell From Triple-A Syracuse

Nationals Recall Outfielder Justin Maxwell From Triple-A Syracuse
The Washington Nationals today recalled outfielder Justin Maxwell from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Senior Vice President & General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Maxwell was hitting .296 with 13 doubles, six home runs and 18 RBI in 55 games for Syracuse at the time of the promotion. Maxwell's 55-game International League stint included 11 stolen bases, 30 walks and a strong .400 on-base percentage. Since rejoining Syracuse on June 1, Maxwell hit .309...
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Ivan "Pudge" Rodriguez Selected for First-Ever Fans Choice Bobblehead

Ivan "Pudge" Rodriguez Selected for First-Ever Fans Choice Bobblehead
Stephen Strasburg Debut Commemorative DVD Promotion Announced With the All-Star break in sight, the Washington Nationals are gearing up for the second half of the 2010 baseball season by announcing two additions to the team's promotional schedule: Saturday, August 28 - Fans Choice Bobblehead Ivan "Pudge" Rodriguez has been selected by Nationals fans to be featured as this season's Fans Choice Bobblehead. In his first season in Washington, Rodriguez is batting .295 with 26 RBI and one...
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Orioles Option 3B Josh Bell to Triple-A Norfolk; Recall RHP Chris Tillman From Tides

Orioles Option 3B Josh Bell to Triple-A Norfolk; Recall RHP Chris Tillman From Tides
The Orioles have announced that they optioned 3B Josh Bell to Triple-A Norfolk following last night's game, and today recalled RHP Chris Tillman from Norfolk. Tillman will start tonight's game at Texas. Bell joined the Orioles on July 1, making his major league debut and recording his first major league hit that night against the Oakland A's. Bell went 3-for-15 in five games for Baltimore. In three starts with the Tides since being optioned to Norfolk on June 22, Tillman is 3-0 with a 1.66...
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