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Flashback: How "The Streak" almost ended

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Flashback: How "The Streak" almost ended
It's hard to fathom that it's been 17 years since Sept. 6, 1995, when Camden Yards was at the center of the baseball universe on the night that Cal Ripken Jr. played in his 2,131st consecutive game. That night, Cal broke a record set by the Yankees' Lou Gehrig that was once believed unreachable. Seeing The Iron Man one-up The Iron Horse was nothing short of magical, and there may have been more electricity buzzing through the ballpark for that game than on any other in Baltimore baseball...
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Nationals select contracts of pitchers Garcia, Duke from Triple-A Syracuse

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Nationals select contracts of pitchers Garcia, Duke from Triple-A Syracuse
The Washington Nationals today selected right-handed pitcher Christian Garcia and left-handed pitcher Zach Duke from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Additionally, the Nationals transferred right-handed pitcher Henry Rodriguez to the 60-Day Disabled List. Nationals Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcements. Garcia converted all 21 save opportunities with a 2-1 mark and 0.86 ERA in 45 relief appearances this season with...
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For Kiko Garcia, memories of '79 series are still fresh in mind

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For Kiko Garcia, memories of '79 series are still fresh in mind
It's been more than 30 years since the 1979 World Series, a slice of Orioles history that represents both the best and worst for Kiko Garcia, the shortstop on the team that lost a three games to one series lead to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Now 58, Garcia recently made his first trip to Baltimore since the final game at Memorial Stadium in 1991, and got his first in-person look at Camden Yards. Speaking following the Orioles Advocates Hall of Fame Luncheon last week, where he feted former...
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Blue Jays-Orioles finale rained out, will be made up as part of Sept. 24 twinbill

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Blue Jays-Orioles finale rained out, will be made up as part of Sept. 24 twinbill
Today's game between the Orioles and Toronto Blue Jays has been postponed due to rain. The teams will play a single-admission doubleheader on Monday, September 24 beginning at 4:05 p.m., with all gates opening at 3:00. Game two will not start before 7:05. Tickets for today's game may be exchanged for seats of equal value for the September 24 doubleheader or any remaining non-prime home game during the 2012 season, subject to availability. Ticket exchanges must be made by September 26. ...
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MASN announces 2012 college football schedule

MASN announces 2012 college football schedule
MASN, the region's leader in live sports entertainment, has announced an extensive NCAA college football schedule for the 2012 season. Utilizing both MASN and MASN2, the network will broadcast 39 games featuring seven conferences, including some of the most prolific football programs in the nation, along with local colleges and universities in MASN's seven-state footprint. Fans from Harrisburg, Pa., to Charlotte, N.C., will again enjoy maximum access to games featuring the Big East, Big...
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Viewership rise on MASN accompanies Nats' jump in standings

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Viewership rise on MASN accompanies Nats' jump in standings
On the heels of the Nationals' rise to the top of the National League East standings, MASN is experiencing equally impressive increases in viewers watching its game coverage as the team continues its push to the postseason for the first time since relocating to D.C. An average of 69,000 viewers per game are watching the Nationals on MASN this season, a substantial increase over the 45,000 viewers per game recorded during the 2011 campaign. Those numbers mean viewership of Nationals games on...
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MASN's Social Media Weekend returns to Camden Yards

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MASN's Social Media Weekend returns to Camden Yards
You tweet about the Orioles, interacting with MASNsports.com on a nightly basis on our @MASNOrioles Twitter account. You like our MASN Orioles Facebook page, participating in our game threads. And you've signed up for our mobile text-messaging service in astounding numbers, allowing us to deliver important news and game updates right to your cell phone. Now it's time for MASN to give back to its faithful flock of social media-minded Orioles fans. This weekend, when the Orioles entertain the...
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Rise in record give O's viewership on MASN a boost

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Rise in record give O's viewership on MASN a boost
You know all the numbers by now: How the Orioles have made themselves a player in the wild card race, how they've made August baseball in Baltimore relevant on a national scale, how clubs managed by Buck Showalter historically show a significant improvement in his second full season at the helm. But the improvement in the Orioles' numbers aren't solely in the win-loss column. This season roughly 62,000 viewers are watching Orioles broadcasts on MASN versus the 44,000 viewers-per-game...
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Guest list grows for "Cal & Eddie: A Legendary Evening"

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Guest list grows for "Cal & Eddie: A Legendary Evening"
If you're the kind of person who likes rubbing elbows with the movers and shakers, take note: The guest list is growing for the Sept. 5 event honoring Hall of Fame Orioles Cal Ripken Jr. and Eddie Murray. Hall of Fame O's manager Earl Weaver and former University of Maryland basketball coach Gary Williams have been added to the list of luminaries who will participate in the inductions of Ripken and Murray into the Sports Legends Museum Hall of Legends. Williams is already a Hall of Legends...
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Romero's contract selected by Orioles, Patton placed on disabled list

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Romero's contract selected by Orioles, Patton placed on disabled list
The Orioles today announced that they have selected the contract left-hander J.C. Romero and recalled right-hander Steve Johnson from Triple-A Norfolk. Additionally, left-hander Troy Patton has been placed on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to August 13, with a right ankle sprain. To make room for Romero on the 40-man roster, right-hander Miguel Socolovich has been designated for assignment. Romero was acquired from the Cleveland organization yesterday. He will wear #48. This will be...
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Flashback: 1890s Orioles dynasty couldn't prevent contraction (and a recommendation for "Deadball")

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Flashback: 1890s Orioles dynasty couldn't prevent contraction (and a recommendation for "Deadball")
A week in Ocean City, Md., does wonders for perspective. Yes, it's August and the Orioles remain in postseason contention. Hard to imagine, isn't it? But as I rode the Boardwalk tram last week, I was heartened by the amount of orange and black being worn from the Dunes Motel down to Trimper's Rides and Amusements. Seems the Orioles have replaced the Steelers as Ocean City's favorite team - really, shouldn't they always have been? - if the absence of those annoying Polamalu and...
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Flashback: Even before bronze likeness, "Steady Eddie" was larger than life

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Flashback: Even before bronze likeness, "Steady Eddie" was larger than life
Of all the Orioles I've covered over the years, few of them spoke as little as Eddie Murray. You can debate the reasons - run-ins with and distrust of the media, the fact that he didn't crave the spotlight, the fact that there were other players willing to take center stage. But the fact remains that Murray wasn't talkative when the media approached. The routine was, well, routine. Reporter: "Hey, Eddie - got a minute?" Murray: "No, thank you." And that was that. That's not to say...
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Union Square Events, Nationals announce Round 2 of "Eat for the Cycle"

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Union Square Events, Nationals announce Round 2 of "Eat for the Cycle"
The Washington Nationals and Union Square Events today announced the launch of Round 2 of the "Eat for the Cycle" in-park promotion, in which one lucky fan will win the Grand Giveaway, including field access to watch batting practice and dinner for four at the Union Square Events' in-park eatery of their choice. Round 2 will be available to fans of all ages from July 31 through September 9, 2012. The exciting promotion will be offered as follows: Guests can pick up their "Eat for the...
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Orioles select Eveland's contract, option Tolleson to Triple-A Norfolk

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Orioles select Eveland's contract, option Tolleson to Triple-A Norfolk
The Orioles today announced that they have selected the contract of left-hander Dana Eveland from Triple-A Norfolk and optioned infielder Steve Tolleson to the Tides. Eveland went 0-1 with a 4.73 ERA (32.1IP, 17ER) in 14 games (two starts) in his first stint with the Orioles, May 11-July 15. Tolleson batted .194/.242/.339 with two home runs and six RBI in 23 games for the Orioles in three stints this season. With the addition of Eveland, the Orioles 25 and 40-man rosters are now full.
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Flashback: When The Bird went searching for paranormal activity

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Flashback: When The Bird went searching for paranormal activity
Music is an important part of any baseball game, from the playing of the national anthem before the first pitch to the array of songs that accompany the important moments at each game. Think about it - could you imagine a rally without the bugled "Charge" call, a pump-up-the-crowd moment without "YMCA" by The Village People or the individualized snippets that accompany each hitter to the batter's box and each pitcher to the mound? Sometimes, it seems, the melodies fade into the landscape...
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Desmond placed on disabled list, Brown recalled from Triple-A Syracuse

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Desmond placed on disabled list, Brown recalled from Triple-A Syracuse
The Washington Nationals today recalled outfielder Corey Brown from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League and placed shortstop Ian Desmond on the 15-Day Disabled List (retroactive to July 22) with a left oblique strain. Nationals Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Brown batted .300 with 19 doubles, seven triples, 21 home runs and 58 RBI in 95 games this season with Syracuse. The 26-year-old ranks among International...
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O's add Quintanilla to roster, Pearce designated for assignment

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O's add Quintanilla to roster, Pearce designated for assignment
The Orioles today added infielder Omar Quintanilla (keen-tah-KNEE-uh) to their 25-man roster. To make room for Quintanilla, outfielder Steve Pearce has been designated for assignment. Quintanilla was acquired yesterday from the New York Mets in exchange for cash considerations. He has appeared in 256 games over seven major league seasons with the Rockies, Rangers and Mets and has a .993 career fielding percentage (two errors in 297 chances) in 106 games at second base and a .984 career...
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Aug. 12 Brian's Baseball Bash canceled

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Aug. 12 Brian's Baseball Bash canceled
Brian's Baseball Bash, the Aug. 12 fundraiser hosted by Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts to benefit the University of Maryland Children's Hospital, has been canceled. According to an announcement on the event's Web site, the fundraiser at Dave & Buster's at Arundel Mills Mall, was canceled "due to uncertainty around Brian's availability and condition after his recent injury." Roberts, who returned to the Orioles earlier this season after missing substantial time because of...
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LHP John Lannan recalled from Syracuse, OF Xavier Nady reinstated from DL & designated for assignment

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LHP John Lannan recalled from Syracuse, OF Xavier Nady reinstated from DL & designated for assignment
The Washington Nationals today recalled left-handed pitcher John Lannan from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Additionally, outfielder Xavier Nady was returned from rehab, reinstated from the 15-Day Disabled List and designated for assignment. Nationals Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcements. Lannan will start the second game of today's day-night doubleheader against the Atlanta Braves. The 27-year-old went 6-9 with...
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Werth scratched from rehab start with Single-A Potomac

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Werth scratched from rehab start with Single-A Potomac
WOODBRIDGE, Va. - If you were planning on heading to Pfitzner Stadium for Nationals outfielder Jayson Werth's injury rehabilitation assignment with the Single-A Potomac Nationals tonight, you may want to readjust your Friday evening plans. Werth has been scratched from tonight's game. In fact, he never even made it to Prince William County. Serveral minutes ago, he was spotted in the home clubhouse at Nationals Park. Based on the traffic gridlock I saw while zooming through the HOV lane on...
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