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Nationals announce 2016 spring training broadcast schedule

January 14, 2016, 10:07am

Washington Nationals broadcast partners, the Mid-Atlantic Sports Network (MASN) and 106.7 The Fan, will broadcast a total of 14 Nationals Spring Training matchups. The Nationals' 2016 Grapefruit League schedule features seven games televised by MASN and a combined 12 games airing on 106.7 The Fan and partner station CBS Sports Radio 1580 WJFK AM. Nationals 2016 Spring Training Broadcast Schedule * March 10 vs. Houston, 5:05 p.m. (MASN) * March 11 vs. New York Mets, 1:05 p.m. (WJFK 1580 AM) *...

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Kubatko shares Maryland Sportswriter of the Year honors

January 11, 2016, 9:52am

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Kubatko shares Maryland Sportswriter of the Year honors

Roch Kubatko, whose around-the-clock coverage of the Orioles has appeared on MASNsports.com since August 2008, was today named a co-winner of the Maryland Sportswriter of the Year award by the Salisbury, N.C.-based National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association. It's the second time Kubatko has been recognized as Maryland Sportswriter of the Year, having previously won the award in 2004 when he was on the Orioles beat for The Baltimore Sun. This year, he shares the award with Sun...

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Nationals acquire outfielder Ben Revere from Blue Jays

January 08, 2016, 6:03pm

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The Washington Nationals acquired outfielder Ben Revere and a player to be named from the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday in exchange for right-handed pitcher Drew Storen and cash considerations. President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Revere, 27, joins the Nationals on the heels of his third consecutive season posting a .300 batting average or higher. The versatile outfielder hit .306 in 2015 with a .342 on-base percentage, 22 doubles, seven triples,...

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Nationals add Dan Jennings to front office staff

January 08, 2016, 11:55am

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The Washington Nationals added Dan Jennings to their front office staff on Friday, hiring the former Major League executive and manager as a Special Assistant to President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo, who made the announcement. Jennings, who will focus on all facets of the Nationals' scouting operations, comes to Washington on the heels of the unique experience of serving the Miami Marlins both in an executive role (most recently as Vice President and General...

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Orioles claim infielder/outfielder Joey Terdoslavich off waivers from Braves

January 08, 2016, 10:05am

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The Orioles today announced that they have claimed infielder/outfielder Joey Terdoslavich (pronounced ter-doss-lah-vitch) off waivers from the Atlanta Braves. Terdoslavich, 27, batted .281/.391/.452 (41-146) with 11 doubles, one triple, four home runs, and 24 RBI in 42 games with Triple-A Gwinnett in 2015, including a .326/.431/.558 (14-43) slash line against left-handed pitching. Over 28 games with Atlanta last season, he hit .214/.254/.375. In 604 career minor league games, Terdoslavich...

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Orioles name Mark Quinn as assistant major league hitting coach

January 07, 2016, 7:37am

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The Orioles today announced that they have named Mark Quinn as Assistant Major League Hitting Coach. Quinn will replace Einar Diaz, who has assumed the role as Major League Coach and will assist in all aspects of Orioles coaching. Additionally, Dom Chiti (Bullpen Coach), Scott Coolbaugh (Hitting Coach), Bobby Dickerson (Third Base Coach), Wayne Kirby (First Base Coach), John Russell (Bench Coach), and Dave Wallace (Pitching Coach) will return to the Orioles Major League coaching staff. ...

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Nationals agree to terms with infielder Stephen Drew

January 06, 2016, 10:16am

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The Washington Nationals agreed to terms on a one-year contract with infielder Stephen Drew on Wednesday and designated right-handed pitcher Taylor Hill for assignment. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Drew, a veteran of 10 Major League seasons, will join the Nationals on the heels of a 2015 season in which he hit 17 home runs for the New York Yankees. The power output was Drew's largest since the left-handed-hitter clubbed 21...

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Nationals agree to terms with infielder Daniel Murphy

January 06, 2016, 8:47am

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The Washington Nationals agreed to terms with All-Star infielder Daniel Murphy on Wednesday, finalizing a three-year contract with the 2015 National League Championship Series Most Valuable Player. Right-handed pitcher Erik Davis was designated for assignment. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Murphy joins the Nationals after spending the first 10 years of his professional career in the New York Mets organization, including seven...

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Nationals announce major league coaching staff

December 15, 2015, 5:57am

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The Washington Nationals announced manager Dusty Baker's full coaching staff on Tuesday, making the additions of bench coach Chris Speier, pitching coach Mike Maddux, hitting coach Rick Schu, first base coach Davey Lopes, third base coach Bobby Henley, assistant hitting coach Jacque Jones, and bullpen coach Dan Firova official. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Speier, 65, returns to the dugout as Baker's bench coach, a role he...

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Nationals sign Yusmeiro Petit to one-year contract

December 14, 2015, 4:16pm

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The Washington Nationals agreed to terms on a one-year contract with a conditional option for a second year with right-handed pitcher Yusmeiro Petit on Monday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Petit comes to Washington after spending the previous four seasons as a member of the San Francisco Giants' pitching staff. The right-hander, who has played parts of eight seasons in the Major Leagues, was 10-7 with a 3.66 ERA during his...

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Orioles ink O'Day to four-year contract

December 14, 2015, 4:14pm

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The Orioles today announced that they have signed free agent right-hander Darren O'Day to a four-year contract. To make room on the 40-man roster, infielder Rey Navarro has been designated for assignment. O'Day, 33, was an American League All-Star selection in 2015, going 6-2 with a 1.52 ERA (11 ER/65.1 IP), six saves, and a career-high 82 strikeouts in 68 games. He led Orioles relievers in appearances, finished second in strikeouts, and third in innings pitched last season. O'Day ranked...

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Nats still talking to Rockies, Michael A. Taylor still working to improve

December 12, 2015, 10:57am

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Nats still talking to Rockies, Michael A. Taylor still working to improve

We've been home less than 48 hours from the Winter Meetings, but the rumors continue to swirl. The Nationals remain in contact with the Rockies about a trio of left-handed hitting outfielders, one of the areas that general manager Mike Rizzo specifically wanted to improve this offseason. That's not to say that veteran slugger Carlos Gonzalez, center fielder Charlie Blackmon or left fielder Corey Dickerson are being fitted for curly W caps, but that the teams continue to talk is proof that at...

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For Ryan Zimmerman, another new manager

December 12, 2015, 8:48am

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First baseman Ryan Zimmerman holds a unique distinction with the Nationals: He's played for every manager who has skippered the club in its 11 years. Zimmerman made his debut as a rookie in 2005, when Frank Robinson helmed the Nats, and the year after when the Hall of Fame slugger was unceremoniously ushered out of D.C. He was there for the rebuilding years under Manny Acta (2007-2009), the good and the bad under Jim Riggleman (2009-2011) and John McLaren's three-game interim stint after...

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Dusty Baker on Matt Williams, Sammy Solis on crowded bullpen picture

December 12, 2015, 7:01am

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Dusty Baker on Matt Williams, Sammy Solis on crowded bullpen picture

During his briefing with the media this morning at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, new Nationals skipper Dusty Baker quipped that he didn't necessarily pack appropriately for his trip to Washington, D.C., and sounded like the unseasonably warm temperatures caught him by surprise. He made some new friends last night at the nearby Marriott Marquis, where a bunch of Nats fans hunkered down in anticipation of Winterfest weekend and took selfies with the incoming manager. This morning,...

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Welcome to Winterfest!

December 12, 2015, 4:34am

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Welcome to Nationals Winterfest! Judging from the sandals, shorts and short-sleeved shirts I saw on the red army of Nationals fans marching toward the Walter E. Washington Convention Center this morning on the walk from my parking lot (kudos to Parking Panda for the sweet deal), there won't be much of a snow-glazed tint to this weekend's baseball festivities. Highs in the 60s and 70s? Sheesh, feels more like Viera in March. Bring on the Grapefruit League. But we've got important business to...

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Northbound I-395 to Howard Street temporarily closed this weekend

December 11, 2015, 12:12pm

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Northbound I-395 to Howard Street temporarily closed this weekend

Fans heading to the Baltimore Convention Center on Saturday, December 12, for Orioles FanFest should be aware that the Maryland Transportation Authority has announced that a portion of northbound I-395 (entering Baltimore City) to Howard Street will be temporarily closed, effective Friday, December 11 at 10:00 p.m. ET through Sunday, December 13 at 5:00 a.m. All traffic on northbound I-395 will be directed to the exit ramp for Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard, which includes the exit ramp to...

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Shawn Kelley agrees to terms on three-year deal with Nationals

December 11, 2015, 7:24am

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The Washington Nationals agreed to terms on a three-year contract with right-handed reliever Shawn Kelley on Friday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Kelley, a veteran of seven Major League seasons, will join the Nationals after posting a 2.45 ERA and a 2-2 record in 53 games for the San Diego Padres in 2015. He struck out 63 batters and walked just 15 in 51.1 innings pitched. The 31-year-old is coming off one of the best...

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Nationals agree to terms with left-hander Oliver Perez on two-year deal

December 11, 2015, 7:19am

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The Washington Nationals agreed to terms on a two-year contract with left-handed reliever Oliver PÃ©rez on Friday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. PÃ©rez, a 13-year Major League veteran, joins the Nationals' organization for the second time in his career. The left-hander, once an accomplished MLB starter, made his transition to a reliever after pitching for Double-A Harrisburg in 2011. Since then, PÃ©rez has established...

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Nationals acquire right-handers Gott, Brady from Angels for Escobar, cash considerations

December 10, 2015, 4:40pm

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The Washington Nationals acquired right-handed reliever Trevor Gott and minor league right-handed pitcher Michael Brady from the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for infielder Yunel Escobar and cash considerations on Thursday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. A hard-throwing right-hander, Gott joins the Nationals after appearing in 48 games for the Angels in 2015, including his Major League debut on June 14 vs. the Oakland...

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Orioles select outfielder Joey Rickard in Rule 5 draft

December 10, 2015, 6:37am

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The Orioles today announced that they have selected outfielder Joey Rickard in the Rule 5 Draft from the Tampa Bay Rays organization. Rickard, 24, batted .321/.427/.447 (127-396) with 28 doubles, eight triples, two home runs, 55 RBI, and 23 stolen bases in 117 games between Class A-Advanced Charlotte (23 games), Double-A Montgomery (65 games), and Triple-A Durham (29 games) last season. Originally...