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Nationals name Dusty Baker manager

November 03, 2015, 3:13am

The Washington Nationals named Dusty Baker as manager on Tuesday, agreeing to terms on a multi-year contract that makes him the sixth field manager in Nationals history. President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Baker, 66, brings nearly 50 years of professional baseball experience to the Nationals, including 20 years as a Major League manager, six as a coach, and a 20-year playing career that was highlighted by 19 decorated seasons in the Major...

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Nats' talks with Black reportedly hit snag; Baker back in play?

November 02, 2015, 6:43pm

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Nats' talks with Black reportedly hit snag; Baker back in play?

Though the Nationals were expected to announce this week that they had selected former Padres skipper Bud Black as their new manager, multiple reports tonight suggest that talks between the parties have hit a snag and that the team will move instead to hire Dusty Baker. According to John Heyman of CBSSports.com, the reported deal between the Nats and Black has not been finalized and the team is thought to be turning its attentions to Baker, the former manager of the Giants, Cubs and Reds. Bob...

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Orioles reinstate Dylan Bundy from 60-day DL

November 02, 2015, 6:51am

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The Orioles today announced that they have reinstated right-hander Dylan Bundy from the 60-day disabled list. Bundy, 22, was recalled from Double-A Bowie and placed on the 60-day DL on September 24 with a right shoulder strain. In eight starts with the Baysox this season, he went 0-3 with a 3.68 ERA (9 ER/22.0 IP) and 25 strikeouts. He is currently ranked by MLB.com as the No. 2 Orioles prospect. With this move, the Orioles now have 35 players on their 40-man Major League roster.

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Harper, Donaldson named Hank Aaron Award winners

October 31, 2015, 3:52pm

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Harper, Donaldson named Hank Aaron Award winners

Josh Donaldson of the Toronto Blue Jays and Bryce Harper of the Washington Nationals have been selected as the American League and National League winners of the 2015 Hank Aaron Award, Major League Baseball announced today. Established in 1999 to honor the 25th Anniversary of Aaron breaking Babe Ruth's all-time home run record, the Hank Aaron Award is officially sanctioned by MLB and recognizes the most outstanding offensive performer in each League. Fans voted for the award on MLB.com, and...

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What does the future hold for Wilson Ramos?

October 30, 2015, 2:03pm

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What does the future hold for Wilson Ramos?

Anyone else a little bit surprised to see Nationals catcher Wilson Ramos among the National League finalists for a Rawlings Gold Glove Award? Yes, Ramos effectively controls the opposition's running game - gunning down 24 of 54 would-be base stealers last season - and has improved his game-calling ability. His .995 fielding percentage certainly looks impressive. But I don't know anyone who doesn't cringe when a throw from the outfield skips in front of the plate because of Ramos' inability...

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Don Mattingly is suddenly available, but are Nationals interested?

October 22, 2015, 8:34am

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If you were hoping against hope that the Cubs would pull off a miraculous comeback, you awoke this morning a disappointed baseball fan. Me, I'm always happy when there are different teams in the postseason, and this year's final four guaranteed at least one new team in the World Series. But it'll be at least another season full of references to the billy goat, black cat, Bartman and the Cubs' long World Series drought. At the Cubby Bear, they're probably still drowning their sorrows. You...

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Palm Beach County commissioners approve construction bonds for spring training complex

October 20, 2015, 7:59am

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Palm Beach County commissioners approve construction bonds for spring training complex

Looks like the cost of the spring training complex the Nationals will share with the Astros has gone a little higher than expected. The teams have told Palm Beach County that the budget for the shared facility that is due to open in West Palm Beach for the 2017 Grapefruit League campaign has risen to at least $144 million from the $135 million that was approved in August. Any increase over the original $135 million budgeted for the project will be split between the Nationals and Astros, per an...

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Orioles announce 2016 spring training schedule

October 20, 2015, 6:21am

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The Orioles today announced their 2016 Grapefruit League schedule, which opens Tuesday, March 1, with an away game in Lake Buena Vista, FL against the Atlanta Braves. The Orioles will open their home schedule the following day, Wednesday, March 2, with a 1:05 p.m. game against the Braves at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota. The Grapefruit League season will conclude with the club's home-finale on Thursday, March 31, against the Braves. The 2016 season marks the seventh consecutive Spring Training...

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On Mike Rizzo and the Nationals' managerial search

October 15, 2015, 8:31am

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Well, the parade has begun. Just not the one Bryce Harper envisioned when he uttered, "Where's my ring?" and thought hopefully of what a Constitution Avenue celebration might look like. The procession of potential candidates to replace the fired Matt Williams as manager of the Nationals is under way on South Capitol Street. Well, we assume the candidates are interviewing at the team's Nationals Park offices. The way the Nationals are handling this managerial search is so surreptitious that...

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Tickets now on sale for Dec. 12 FanFest

October 15, 2015, 6:32am

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The Orioles today announced that FanFest will be held on Saturday, Dec. 12 at the Baltimore Convention Center - and that tickets are now available. By now, you know the drill when it comes to the annual daylong offseason celebration of all things black and orange: appearances by current and former O's players and coaches; question-and-answer forums with players and front office staff; clinics for kids on a youth-sized baseball field; kids press conferences where young O's fans can ask...

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Tickets now on sale for Dec. 12 FanFest; autograph vouchers to go on sale Dec. 5

October 15, 2015, 6:05am

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Tickets now on sale for Dec. 12 FanFest; autograph vouchers to go on sale Dec. 5

The Orioles announced today that they will host the annual FanFest event on Saturday, December 12 at the Baltimore Convention Center. Orioles FanFest, presented by Visit Sarasota County, will feature appearances by current and former Orioles players and coaches as part of a day-long celebration of baseball that will also include clinics, exhibits, and interactive games. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., with early entry for Orioles Season Plan Members beginning at 10 a.m. as part...

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The Nationals and qualifying offers

October 12, 2015, 6:18am

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Baseball is a game dictated by numbers, and we now know an important one that will help shape the offseason. Sports Business Journal reported late last week that the qualifying offer for pending free agents this year will be $15.8 million, up from $15.3 million last offseason. The figure is determined by averaging together the top 125 salaries in the major leagues. Teams have until five days after the World Series to extend a qualifying offer to their prospective free agents, and the players...

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Trick-or-Trot 5K/1 Mile Walk coming to Camden Yards on Oct. 31

October 08, 2015, 8:56am

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Trick-or-Trot 5K/1 Mile Walk coming to Camden Yards on Oct. 31

With the season over, it's time to turn your attention to some spooktacular fun for a good cause. On Saturday, Oct. 31 - yes, Halloween! - Camden Yards will be the site of the sixth annual KidsPeace Trick-or-Trot 5K/1-Mile Walk hosted by Orioles manager Buck Showalter and his wife Angela. The course begins and ends on the same field where the Orioles play, and runs through the Inner Harbor area. The Showalters will host a pre- and post-race party featuring the Oriole Bird and including a...

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Opposite dugout: Final series vs. O's stands between Yankees and wild card game

September 29, 2015, 4:09pm

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Opposite dugout: Final series vs. O's stands between Yankees and wild card game

Manager: Joe Girardi (8th season) Record: 87-72 Last 10 games: 5-5 Who to watch: RF Carlos Beltran (.273/.333/.470 with 19 HR, 66 RBIs), SS Didi Gregorius (.263 with 54 RBIs), CF Jacoby Ellsbury (.261 with 33 RBIs), 1B Greg Bird (.255 with 11 HR, 30 RBIs), RHP Michael Pineda (12-9, 4.24 ERA), RHP Dellin Betances (29 holds, 1.41 ERA), LHP Andrew Miller (36 saves, 1.91 ERA) Season series vs. Orioles: 8-7 Pitching probables: Oct. 2: RHP Luis Severino vs. LHP Wei-Yin Chen, 7:05 p.m., MASN Oct. 3:...

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Orioles extend childhood cancer fundraiser to include final series vs. Yankees

September 29, 2015, 9:23am

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In support of the Orioles' ongoing partnership with Maryland Governor Larry Hogan to raise awareness for childhood cancer and funds for life-saving research, the club today announced that a fundraiser benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Ronald McDonald House Charities will be extended through the final series of the regular season Friday, October 2 through Sunday, October 4 when the Orioles host the New York Yankees. An exclusive ticket offer will allow fans to contribute to the...

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Orioles reinstate right-hander Miguel Gonzalez from DL

September 29, 2015, 8:39am

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The Orioles today announced that they have reinstated right-hander Miguel Gonzalez from the 15-day disabled list. Gonzalez, 31, was placed on the 15-day DL on September 4, retroactive to August 31, with right shoulder tendinitis. In 25 starts for the Orioles this season, Gonzalez is 9-11 with a 4.85 ERA (141.0IP, 76ER) and eight Quality Starts. Over 100 career games (94 starts) across four Major League seasons, he is 39-32 with a 3.79 ERA (576.2IP, 243ER). Gonzalez is scheduled to start...

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Orioles announce Fan Appreciation Weekend schedule

September 29, 2015, 6:04am

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The Orioles today announced plans for Fan Appreciation Weekend, which will be held Friday, October 2, through Sunday, October 4, when the Orioles host the New York Yankees for the final three-game series of the 2015 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 also surprise the most-spirited fans at...

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Nationals suspend Jonathan Papelbon

September 28, 2015, 9:50am

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The Washington Nationals announced pitcher Jonathan Papelbon has been suspended for four games without pay after his altercation with outfielder Bryce Harper in the dugout during Sunday's game vs. the Philadelphia Phillies. In addition, Papelbon has accepted the three-game suspension issued by Major League Baseball for the incident which occurred during the Wednesday, September 23rd game vs the Baltimore Orioles. The league suspension will begin Monday against the Cincinnati Reds. The...

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Opposite dugout: Braves counting on trio of rookie pitchers to halt Nats' 2015 domination

September 28, 2015, 8:52am

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Opposite dugout: Braves counting on trio of rookie pitchers to halt Nats' 2015 domination

Manager: Fredi Gonzalez (5th year) Record: 62-94 Last 10 games: 5-5 Who to watch: RF Nick Markakis (.297 with 51 RBIs), 1B Freddie Freeman (18 HR, 66 RBIs), CF Cameron Maybin (10 HR, 22 SB), RHP Arodys Vizcaino (1.80 ERA, 7 saves) Season series vs. Nationals: 3-13 Pitching probables: Sept. 29: RHP Tanner Roark vs. RHP Matt Wisler, 7:10 p.m., MASN Sept. 30: RHP Jordan Zimmermann vs. RHP Williams Perez, 7:10 p.m., MASN Oct. 1: RHP Stephen Strasburg vs. RHP Ryan Weber, 7:10 p.m., MASN Inside the...

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Opposite dugout: Struggling Reds interrupt homestand for makeup game in D.C.

September 25, 2015, 12:51pm

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Opposite dugout: Struggling Reds interrupt homestand for makeup game in D.C.

Manager: Bryan Price (3rd season) Record: 63-92 Last 10 games: 2-8 Who to watch: 1B Joey Votto (.318/.464/.556 with 29 HR, 78 RBIs), 3B Todd Frazier (35 HR, 88 RBIs), RF Jay Bruce (26 HR, 84 RBIs), LHP Brandon Finnegan (1-1, 4.97 ERA), RHP Aroldis Chapman (1.71 ERA, 32 saves) Season series vs. Nationals: 5-0 Pitching probables: Sept. 28: LHP Brandon Finnegan vs. RHP Max Scherzer, 3:05 p.m., MASN Inside the Reds: Instead of enjoying a scheduled off-day to start the final week of the regular...