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Opposite dugout: Diamondbacks trying to avoid NL West cellar

September 20, 2016, 5:57pm

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Opposite dugout: Diamondbacks trying to avoid NL West cellar

Manager: Chip Hale (2nd season) Record: 64-88 Last 10 games: 6-4 Who to watch: 2B Jean Segura (.317 with 17 HR, 59 RBIs, 30 SB), 1B Paul Goldschmidt (.298 with 23 HR, 90 RBIs, 27 SB), LF Yasmany Tomas (29 HR, 75 RBIs), 3B Jake Lamb (28 HR, 88 RBIs), LHP Robbie Ray (8-13, 4.66 ERA, 210 Ks) Season series vs. Orioles: First meeting (3-0 in 2014) Pitching probables: Sept. 23: RHP Shelby Miller vs. RHP Yovani Gallardo, 7:05 p.m., MASN2 Sept. 24: LHP Robbie Ray vs. LHP Wade Miley, 7:05 p.m., MASN2...

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Tour Babe Ruth's Baltimore on Saturday

September 20, 2016, 12:48pm

If you're an aficionado of Baltimore baseball history, and you've got nothing planned for Saturday morning, have I got something you'll be interested in. On Sept. 24, 82 years to the day that Baltimore-born Babe Ruth played his last game with the New York Yankees, Baltimore Heritage will sponsor "Babe Ruth's Baltimore By Bus," a tour through the Charm City sites that were important in the Sultan of Swat's early life. Charlie Vascellaro, a local freelance sports writer who has written...

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Orioles announce Fan Appreciation Weekend schedule

September 20, 2016, 11:35am

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The Orioles today announced plans for Fan Appreciation Weekend, which will be held Friday, September 23, through Sunday, September 25, when the Orioles host the Arizona Diamondbacks for the final three-game series of the 2016 regular season. The weekend will feature exclusive giveaways, fireworks, and other opportunities for fans to have unforgettable experiences at Oriole Park. As a "thank you" to fans for their support throughout the season, the Orioles will surprise the most-spirited fans...

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Opposite dugout: Injuries have cost Marlins in otherwise strong season

September 18, 2016, 3:36pm

Nationals

Opposite dugout: Injuries have cost Marlins in otherwise strong season

Manager: Don Mattingly (1st season) Record: 74-75 Last 10 games: 6-4 Who to watch: C J.T. Realmuto (.312), 3B Martin Prado (.311 with 70 RBIs), LF Christian Yelich (.300 with 19 HR, 90 RBIs), CF Marcell Ozuna (23 HR, 72 RBIs), RF Giancarlo Stanton (25 HR, 71 RBIs), RHP Jose Fernandez (15-8, 2.99 ERA), RHP A.J. Ramos (37 saves, 3.05 ERA) Season series vs. Nationals: 5-7 Pitching probables: Sept. 19: RHP A.J. Cole vs. LHP Wei-Yin Chen, 7:10 p.m., MASN2 Sept. 20 : RHP Tanner Roark vs. RHP Jose...

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Orioles make three roster moves

September 18, 2016, 7:22am

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The Orioles today announced that they have selected the contract of infielder Trey Mancini from Triple-A Norfolk, reinstated right-hander Darren O'Day from the 15-day disabled list, and placed infielder/outfielder Steve Pearce on the 60-day disabled list with a right flexor mass strain. Mancini, 24, batted .282/.357/.458 (154-for-546) with 26 doubles, five triples, 20 home runs, and 68 RBI over 142 games between Double-A Bowie and Triple-A Norfolk this season. He was twice named an...

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Orioles announce 2016 award winners for player development and scouting

September 16, 2016, 11:06am

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The Orioles today announced the winners of their player development and scouting awards for 2016, including catcher Chance Sisco as the club's top minor league player and left-hander Donnie Hart as the club's top minor league pitcher. The winners will be honored in an on-field ceremony on Saturday, September 17, before the game against the Tampa Bay Rays, with awards presented by Orioles Director of Minor League Operations Kent Qualls and Director of Scouting Gary Rajsich. Sisco, the Brooks...

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Opposite dugout: Braves are hoping to avoid 100-loss season

September 14, 2016, 6:35pm

Nationals

Opposite dugout: Braves are hoping to avoid 100-loss season

Manager: Brian Snitker (1st season) Record: 56-90 Last 10 games: 3-7 Who to watch: 1B Freddie Freeman (.296/.393/.556 with 30 HR, 78 RBIs, CF Ender Inciarte (.288, 15 SB), RF Nick Markakis (84 RBIs), LF Matt Kemp (31 HR, 99 RBIs), RHP Mike Foltynewicz (8-5, 4.41 ERA), RHP Jim Johnson (15 saves, 3.02 ERA) Season series vs. Nationals: 2-13 Pitching probables: Sept. 16: RHP Max Scherzer vs. RHP John Gant, 7:35 p.m., MASN Sept. 17: LHP Gio Gonzalez vs. TBA, 1:05 p.m., FOX Sept. 18: RHP Joe Ross...

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Orioles to host Fall Instructional League in Sarasota

September 13, 2016, 12:03pm

Orioles

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 19 through October 11. 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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Tickets for NLDS games on sale Friday at 10 a.m. for Nationals Insiders

September 13, 2016, 9:15am

Nationals

The Washington Nationals announced today that tickets for potential National League Division Series games at Nationals Park will go on sale for Nationals Insiders on Friday, September 16, at 10:00 a.m. (available for purchase online only). Fans can still guarantee access to ALL 2016 Postseason games by becoming a NATS PLUS Member for the 2017 season. By placing a deposit for a 2017 Full or Half Season Plan, fans will have access to purchase full 2016 Postseason strips, as well as access to...

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Nationals renew player development agreements with Auburn Doubledays, Potomac Nationals

September 13, 2016, 9:13am

Nationals

The Washington Nationals renewed their player development contracts through the 2018 season with Single-A Auburn of the New York-Penn League and Single-A Potomac of the Carolina League. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo, Nationals Vice President and Senior Advisor to the General Manager Bob Boone, Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Player Personnel Doug Harris and Director of Player Development Mark Scialabba made the joint announcement. ...

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Opposite dugout: Powerful bats, strong arms have kept Red Sox in contention

September 10, 2016, 12:23pm

Orioles

Opposite dugout: Powerful bats, strong arms have kept Red Sox in contention

Manager: John Farrell (6th season) Record: 80-62 Last 10 games: 7-3 Who to watch: 2B Dustin Pedroia (.329 with 182 hits), DH David Ortiz (.315 with 32 HR, 110 RBIs), RF Mookie Betts (.314 with 30 HR, 102 RBIs), SS Xander Bogaerts (.299 with 173 hits, 29 doubles), LHP David Price (15-8, 3.87 ERA), RHP Rick Porcello (20-3, 3.1 ERA), RHP Craig Kimbrel (2.78 ERA with 25 saves). Season series vs. Orioles: 6-6 Pitching probables: Sept. 12: LHP Wade Miley vs. LHP David Price, 7:10 p.m., MASN2 Sept....

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Opposite dugout: Fast-closing Tigers boast a formidable offensive attack

September 07, 2016, 12:40pm

Orioles

Opposite dugout: Fast-closing Tigers boast a formidable offensive attack

Manager: Brad Ausmus (3rd season) Record: 75-64 Last 10 games: 6-4 Who to watch: RF J.D. Martinez (.319, 20 HR, 56 RBIs), 1B Miguel Cabrera (.315/.389/.553 with 31 HR, 87 RBIs), DH Victor Martinez (.293 with 25 HR, 75 RBIs), 2B Ian Kinsler (25 HR, 72 RBIs), LF Justin Upton (22 HR, 70 RBIs), RHP Michael Fulmer (10-6, 2.77 ERA), RHP Justin Verlander (14-7, 3.28 ERA), RHP Francisco Rodriguez (39 saves, 2.81 ERA) Season series vs. Orioles: 1-3 Pitching probables: Sept. 9: RHP Kevin Gausman vs. RHP...

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Zimmerman named Nats' nominee for Roberto Clemente Award; Rodriguez Seat 21 honoree

September 06, 2016, 12:42pm

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Zimmerman named Nats' nominee for Roberto Clemente Award; Rodriguez Seat 21 honoree

Major League Baseball today announced that Ryan Zimmerman was named the Washington Nationals' 2016 nominee for the prestigious Roberto Clemente Award, the most prominent individual player award bestowed by MLB. The Roberto Clemente Award is the annual recognition of a player from each MLB Club who best represents the game of baseball through extraordinary character, community involvement, philanthropy and positive contributions, both on and off the field. Each Club nominates one current...

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Jones named Orioles' nominee for Roberto Clemente Award; Harden Seat 21 honoree

September 06, 2016, 11:35am

Orioles

Major League Baseball today announced that Adam Jones was named the Orioles' 2016 nominee for the prestigious Roberto Clemente Award, the most prominent individual player award bestowed by MLB. The Roberto Clemente Award is the annual recognition of a player from each MLB club who best represents the game of baseball through extraordinary character, community involvement, philanthropy and positive contributions, both on and off the field. Each club nominates one current player to be...

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Trea Turner named NL Rookie of the Month

September 03, 2016, 11:33am

Nationals

Trea Turner named NL Rookie of the Month

After an August in which he set the franchise record for rookie runs scored in a month, challenged the record for hits in a month, and tied the Nationals' rookie record for stolen bases in a season, infielder/outfielder Trea Turner was named the National League Rookie of the Month for August. Major League Baseball made the announcement on MLB Network on Saturday afternoon. Turner, 23, put together a blisteringly hot month of August, hitting .357 with a .366 on-base percentage and .571...

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Opposite dugout: Braves have been owned by Nationals this season

September 02, 2016, 12:52pm

Nationals

Manager: Brian Snitker (1st season) Record: 54-83 Last 10 games: 8-2 Who to watch: 1B Freddie Freeman (.294/.396/.563 with 29 HR, 79 RBIs), CF Ender Inciarte (.291), RF Nick Markakis (.264, 75 RBIs), LF Matt Kemp (24 HR, 58 RBIs), RHP Mike Foltynewicz (8-5, 4.31 ERA), RHP Jim Johnson (3.08 ERA, 15 saves) Season series vs. Nationals: 2-11 Pitching probables: Sept. 5: RHP Ryan Weber vs. RHP Max Scherzer, 4:05 p.m., MASN2 Sept. 6: RHP Williams Perez vs. LHP Gio Gonzalez, 7:05 p.m., MASN2 Sept. 7:...

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MASN announces 2016 college football schedule

August 30, 2016, 10:58am

MASN, the region's leader in live sports entertainment, has announced its NCAA college football schedule for the 2016 season. Utilizing both MASN and MASN2, the network will broadcast 29 games featuring six conferences, including some of the most prolific football programs in the nation. Fans from Harrisburg, Pa., to Charlotte, N.C., will again enjoy maximum access to games featuring conference action from the Big 12, Big South, Conference USA, Southern Conference, Southland Conference and...

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Nationals recall outfielder Michael A. Taylor from Triple-A Syracuse

August 29, 2016, 11:38am

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The Washington Nationals recalled outfielder Michael A. Taylor and optioned right-handed pitcher Lucas Giolito to Triple-A Syracuse on Monday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Taylor, 25, returns to the Nationals after 30 games with Triple-A Syracuse. The speedy outfielder has hit .205 in the Minor Leagues this season (31 games) with five doubles, one triple, one home run and nine RBI. He has stolen seven bases and walked 12...

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Opposite dugout: Struggling Phillies can do little more than play spoiler

August 28, 2016, 8:14am

Nationals

Opposite dugout: Struggling Phillies can do little more than play spoiler

Manager: Pete Mackanin (2nd season) Record: 60-70 Last 10 games: 4-6 Who to watch: CF Odubel Herrera (.281 with 13 HR, 42 RBIs, 19 SB), 3B Maikel Franco (22 HR, 72 RBIs), C Cameron Rupp (14 HR, 43 RBIs), 1B Tommy Joseph (17 HR, 34 RBIs), RHP Jerad Eickhoff (9-12, 3.87 ERA), RHP Jeanmar Gomez (3.02 ERA with 34 saves) Season series vs. Nationals: 4-8 Pitching probables: Aug. 29: RHP Tanner Roark vs. RHP Jake Thompson, 7:05 p.m., MASN2 Aug. 30: RHP Max Scherzer vs. RHP Jerad Eickhoff, 7:05 p.m.,...

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Nationals recall right-hander Lucas Giolito

August 28, 2016, 7:30am

Nationals

The Washington Nationals recalled right-handed pitcher Lucas Giolito on Sunday and optioned infielder Wilmer Difo to Double-A Harrisburg. Giolito will start Sunday's game against the Colorado Rockies. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Giolito, 22, returns to the Nationals to start the fourth Major League game of his career. Making his Major League debut on June 28 against the New York Mets, Giolito has worked to a 4.91 ERA in his...