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Orioles place Gallardo on 15-day DL, activate Matusz

April 23, 2016, 12:02pm

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The Orioles today announced that they have reinstated left-hander Brian Matusz from the 15-day disabled list and placed right-hander Yovani Gallardo on the 15-day disabled list with right shoulder bicep tendinitis. Matusz, 29, was placed on the 15-day disabled list on April 3 (retroactive to March 25) with a left intercostal strain. He made five rehab appearances (one start) between Class A-Advanced Frederick and Double-A Bowie and recorded 16 strikeouts in 10.0 innings. In 68 career Major...

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Opposite dugout: Pitching and defense are again Royals' strengths

April 19, 2016, 6:17pm

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Opposite dugout: Pitching and defense are again Royals' strengths

Manager: Ned Yost (7th season) Record: 10-5 Last 10 games: 6-4 Who to watch: 2B Omar Infante (.286), 1B Eric Hosmer (.305), DH Kendrys Morales (2 HR, 7 RBIs), C Salvador Perez (11 RBIs), CF Lorenzo Cain (.222 with 2 HR, 7 RBIs), RHP Kris Medlen (1-0, 2.38 ERA), RHP Yordano Ventura (1-0, 2.81 ERA), RHP Wade Davis (6 saves, 0.00 ERA) Season series vs. Orioles: First meeting (4-3 in 2015) Pitching probables: April 22: RHP Yovani Gallardo vs. RHP Chris Young, 8:15 p.m., MASN2 April 23: RHP Tyler...

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Bryce Harper named co-NL Player of the Week

April 18, 2016, 11:53am

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Bryce Harper named co-NL Player of the Week

Following a week in which he hit .346, notched the 100th home run of his career in grand fashion and tied a Nationals record for consecutive games with a homer, Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper was named the co-National League Player of the Week on Monday, along with Colorado third baseman Nolan Arenado. Major League Baseball made the announcement on MLB Network. Harper, who went 9-for-26 (.346), reached base at a .400 clip and slugged .846 for the week of April 11-17. He clubbed one double...

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Opposite dugout: Fish reeling after weekend sweep by Braves

April 17, 2016, 7:20am

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Opposite dugout: Fish reeling after weekend sweep by Braves

Manager: Don Mattingly (1st season) Record: 3-7 Last 10 games: 3-7 Who to watch: LF Christian Yelich (.353/.511/.529), RF Giancarlo Stanton (2 HR, 8 RBIs), 3B Martin Prado (.342), 2B Dee Gordon (.300), LHP Adam Conley (0-0. 3.38 ERA), RHP Jose Fernandez (5.06 ERA), RHP A.J. Ramos (2 saves, 0.00 ERA) Season series vs. Nationals: 1-1 Pitching probables: April 18: RHP Tanner Roark vs. RHP Jose Fernandez, 7:10 p.m., MASN April 19: RHP Stephen Strasburg vs. LHP Adam Conley, 7:10 p.m., MASN2 April...

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Orioles celebrate Jackie Robinson Day

April 15, 2016, 6:15am

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In recognition of the 69th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball, the Orioles will honor Robinson's legacy during tonight's game against the Texas Rangers at 8:05 p.m. ET. All Orioles uniformed personnel will wear No. 42, Robinson's retired number, joining all other Major League teams in honoring Robinson's historic achievement. Each player's game-worn No. 42 jersey will be authenticated, autographed, and auctioned at www.orioles.com/auction to...

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Opposite dugout: Rangers look to duplicate success against O's from last season

April 13, 2016, 7:20pm

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Opposite dugout: Rangers look to duplicate success against O's from last season

Manager: Jeff Banister (2nd season) Record: 5-5 Last 10 games: 5-5 Who to watch: RF Nomar Mazara (.375), 3B Adrian Beltre (.308, 2 HR, 9 RBIs), DH Prince Fielder (10 RBIs), LHP Cole Hamels (2-0, 2.08 ERA), LHP Derek Holland (1-0, 3.00 ERA), RHP Shawn Tolleson (2 saves, 22.50 ERA) Season series vs. Orioles: First meeting (6-1 in 2015) Pitching probables: April 14: RHP Chris Tillman vs. LHP Cole Hamels, 8:05 p.m., MASN2 April 15: RHP Vance Worley vs. LHP Martin Perez, 8:05 p.m., MASN2 April 16:...

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Opposite dugout: Little has gone right for winless Braves in 2016

April 10, 2016, 1:36pm

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Opposite dugout: Little has gone right for winless Braves in 2016

Manager: Fredi Gonzalez (6th season) Record: 0-5 Last 10 games: 0-5 Who to watch: 1B Freddie Freeman (.124, 1 HR, 2 RBIs), RF Nick Markakis (.300/.364/.500 with 4 RBIs), 3B Adonis Garcia (.267, 1 HR, 2 RBIs), RHP Julio Teheran (0-1, 5.40 ERA) Season series vs. Nationals: 0-2 Pitching probables: April 11: RHP Bud Norris vs. RHP Max Scherzer, 7:05 p.m., MASN2April 12: RHP Jhoulys Chacin vs. LHP Gio Gonzalez, 7:05 p.m. MASN2April 13: RHP Matt Wisler vs. RHP Stephen Strasburg, 7:05 p.m.,...

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Tonight's Rays-Orioles game postponed due to inclement weather

April 09, 2016, 3:59pm

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Tonight's game between the Orioles and Tampa Bay Rays has been postponed due to inclement weather. An announcement regarding the makeup game will be made at a later date. Fans are encouraged to exchange their tickets for tomorrow's game on Sunday, April 10, beginning at 1:35 p.m. ET when the Orioles host the Tampa Bay Rays for the second annual Kids' Opening Day. The celebration will welcome children and their families to a new season of Orioles Baseball with many fun activities and unique...

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Orioles "Birdland Passport" program returns in 2016

April 07, 2016, 10:12am

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The Orioles today announced that the popular Birdland Passport program, designed to reward fans who visit Oriole Park at Camden Yards and the Orioles' local minor league affiliate ballparks, will return for another season. All five minor league affiliates - the Norfolk Tides, Bowie Baysox, Frederick Keys, Delmarva Shorebirds, and Aberdeen IronBirds - will continue to participate this season. "The Birdland Passport program is a unique initiative that encourages fans to experience our...

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Orioles acquire left-hander Jayson Aquino from Cardinals

April 07, 2016, 8:38am

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The Orioles today announced that they have acquired left-hander Jayson Aquino from the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for cash considerations. Aquino has been optioned to Double-A Bowie. Aquino, 23, went 5-11 with a 3.28 ERA (50 ER/137.1 IP) over a career-high 24 starts between Class A-Advanced Lynchburg (Cleveland), Class A-Advanced Dunedin (Toronto), and Class A-Advanced Bradenton (Pittsburgh) in 2015. His 3.28 ERA ranked 16th among all Class A-Advanced pitchers and his 137.1 innings...

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Opposite dugout: With rotation healthy to start, how far can Rays go?

April 06, 2016, 7:24pm

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Opposite dugout: With rotation healthy to start, how far can Rays go?

Manager: Kevin Cash (2nd season) Record: 2-2 Last 10 games: 2-2 Who to watch: RHP Chris Archer (12-13, 3.23 ERA), LF Corey Dickerson (.304), 2B Logan Forsythe (.281/.359/.444 with 17 HR, 68 RBIs), 3B Evan Longoria (21 HR, 73 RBIs), RF Steven Souza Jr. (16 HR) Note: Statistics from 2015 Season series vs. Orioles: First meeting (9-10 in 2015) Pitching probables: April 8: RHP Chris Archer vs. RHP Chris Tillman, 7:05 p.m., MASN April 9: LHP Drew Smyly vs. RHP Mike Wright, 7:05 p.m., MASN2 April 10:...

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Orioles finalize 25-man roster

April 03, 2016, 9:20am

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The Orioles today announced several roster moves to finalize their 25-man roster. Three players have been placed on the 15-day disabled list: right-hander Kevin Gausman (retroactive to March 25 - right shoulder strain), left-hander Brian Matusz (retroactive to March 25 - left intercostal strain), and infielder Jimmy Paredes (retroactive to March 25 - left wrist sprain). Additionally, outfielder Xavier Avery has been reassigned to minor league camp. Pitchers Chris Tillman Yovani...

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Nationals announce 25-man opening day roster

April 03, 2016, 7:43am

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The Washington Nationals announced their 2016 Opening Day 25-man roster on Sunday. President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. The Nationals' Opening Day roster is comprised of 12 pitchers (nine right-handed pitchers, three left-handed pitchers), two catchers, six infielders and five outfielders. Two players who joined Nationals' Spring Training as non-roster invitees made the club: RHP Matt Belisle and OF Chris Heisey. Eight of the players on the...

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Orioles make eight roster moves

April 01, 2016, 8:31pm

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The Orioles today announced that they have reassigned right-handers Pedro Beato and Todd Redmond, outfielder L.J. Hoes, and infielders Paul Janish and Steve Tolleson to minor league camp, and have optioned catcher Francisco Pena to Triple-A Norfolk. Additionally, left-hander Zach Phillips and right-hander Chaz Roe have cleared waivers and have been outrighted to Triple-A Norfolk. With these moves, the Orioles now have 28 players on the active roster and one non-roster invitee at the conclusion...

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Treinen gets final bullpen spot, Heisey will be right-handed pinch-hitter

April 01, 2016, 6:51pm

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Treinen gets final bullpen spot, Heisey will be right-handed pinch-hitter

Right-hander Blake Treinen has secured the final spot in the Nationals bullpen, while veteran Chris Heisey has claimed a role as a backup outfielder and right-handed pinch-hitter. After Friday night's 4-3 win in an exhibition game against the Twins at Nationals Park, the Nats made a series of roster moves that finalized the composition of manager Dusty Baker's seven-man bullpen and made the bench picture much clearer. Outfielder Matt den Dekker and right-hander Trevor Gott were optioned to...

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Nationals lineup vs. Twins (with Twins lineup)

April 01, 2016, 10:33am

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The Nationals are stretching in right field, Dusty Baker is about to address the media and fans are already lining up at the center field gates at Nationals Park. Who cares if it's a meaningless exhibition game? It's baseball and that's what counts. We'll have to see if the weather gods will cooperate to allow the first of two exhibition scraps against the Minnesota Twins to be played tonight. Earlier in the week, it was supposed to rain most of today; the current forecast for tonight's...

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Orioles option Oliver Drake to Triple-A

March 31, 2016, 3:18pm

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The Orioles today announced that they have optioned right-hander Oliver Drake to Triple-A Norfolk With this move, the Orioles now have 38 players at Major League Spring Training, including six non-roster invitees.

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Orioles set franchise record for spring training home sellout games

March 31, 2016, 1:04pm

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With today's crowd of 5,441 for the final home game of Orioles Spring Training at Ed Smith Stadium in 2016, the Orioles have drawn a total of 119,029 fans for 16 home games in Sarasota this season, including a club record 11 home sellouts. This marks the second-highest attendance for an Orioles Spring Training in franchise history. Since moving its Major League operations to Sarasota, 765,313 fans have enjoyed Orioles Spring Training baseball at Ed Smith Stadium. The Orioles set a franchise...

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Orioles announce opening day plans

March 31, 2016, 12:38pm

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The Orioles today have announced plans for the first home game of the 2016 season, Monday, April 4, at 3:05 p.m. ET against the Minnesota Twins. PREGAME FUN AROUND THE YARD To allow fans the opportunity to experience the excitement of Opening Day, the entire ballpark will open at noon on Monday. Each fan will receive a 2016 schedule FatheadÂ® decal, presented by Pizza Boli's, at the gates. Roving musical groups will entertain fans on Eutaw Street and the main concourses. PREGAME...

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Opposite dugout: Rebuilding Braves pose Nats' first test of new season

March 30, 2016, 3:41pm

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Opposite dugout: Rebuilding Braves pose Nats' first test of new season

Manager: Fredi Gonzalez (6th season) Record: 67-95 (fourth in NL East in 2015) Last 10 games: Season opener Who to watch: 1B Freddie Freeman (18 HR, 66 RBIs), CF Ender Inciarte (.303, 21 SB), RF Nick Markakis (.296/.370/.376) RHP Julio Teheran (11-8, 4.04 ERA), RHP Jason Grilli (2.94 ERA, 24 saves) Season series vs. Nationals: First meeting (5-14 in 2015) Pitching probables: April 4: RHP Max Scherzer (14-12, 2.79 ERA) vs. RHP Julio Teheran (11-8, 4.04 ERA), 4:10 p.m., MASN2April 6: RHP Stephen...