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Opposite dugout: Power bats and strong arms carrying torrid Tribe

September 06, 2017, 12:47pm

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Opposite dugout: Power bats and strong arms carrying torrid Tribe

Manager: Terry Francona (5th season) Record: 84-56 Last 10 games: 10-0 Who to watch: 2B JosÃ© RamÃrez (.309 with 25 HR, 69 RBIs), SS Francisco Lindor (27 HR, 71 RBIs), RF Jay Bruce (.278 4 HR, 14 RBIs), DH Edwin Encarnacion (33 HR, 85 RBIs), RHP Trevor Bauer (15-8, 4.39 ERA), RHP Cody Allen (2.70 ERA, 24 saves) Season series vs. Orioles: 3-1 Pitching probables: Sept. 8: LHP Wade Miley vs. RHP Mike Clevinger, 7:10 p.m., MASN Sept. 9: RHP Gabriel Ynoa vs. RHP Josh Tomlin, 1:05 p.m., FOX...

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Zimmerman named Nationals' nominee for 2017 Roberto Clemente Award

September 05, 2017, 12:17pm

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Major League Baseball today announced that Ryan Zimmerman was named the Washington Nationals' 2017 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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Alex Wells named 2017 Jim Palmer minor league Pitcher of the Year

September 05, 2017, 11:48am

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Alex Wells named 2017 Jim Palmer minor league Pitcher of the Year

The Orioles today announced that left-hander Alex Wells has been named the Jim Palmer Minor League Pitcher of the Year for the 2017 season. Wells will be presented with his award tonight during a pregame ceremony with Orioles Director of Player Development Brian Graham and Orioles Director of Pacific Rim Operations and Baseball Development Mike Snyder. Wells went 11-5 with a 2.38 ERA (37 ER/140.0 IP) and a career-high 113 strikeouts, 17 Quality Starts, and 25 starts for Class-A Delmarva this...

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Davis named O's nominee for 2017 Roberto Clemente Award

September 05, 2017, 11:46am

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Davis named O's nominee for 2017 Roberto Clemente Award

Major League Baseball today announced that Chris Davis was named the Orioles' 2017 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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Orioles to host 5K walk benefiting LUNGevity Foundation in memory of Monica Pence Barlow

August 31, 2017, 11:16am

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For the fourth consecutive year, the Orioles will host LUNGevity Foundation's Breathe Deep Baltimore, a 5K walk to raise funds and awareness for lung cancer, which again this year is in memory of Orioles' late Public Relations Director, Monica Pence Barlow, on Saturday, September 16, at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The 5K walk will begin at 9:00 a.m. and conclude on the field. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., and fees are $25 for adults, $15 for students and seniors, and $10 for youth....

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Nationals reinstate shortstop Trea Turner from DL

August 29, 2017, 1:22pm

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The Washington Nationals returned from rehab assignment and reinstated shortstop Trea Turner from the 60-day disabled list on Tuesday and optioned infielder Adrian Sanchez to Triple-A Syracuse. Additionally, outfielder Ryan Raburn (left trapezius strain) was transferred to the 60-day disabled list. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcements. Turner, 24, returns to the Nationals' active roster after missing 51 games with a right wrist...

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Opposite dugout: Unyielding Mariners in thick of wild card chase

August 27, 2017, 7:06am

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Opposite dugout: Unyielding Mariners in thick of wild card chase

Manager: Scott Servais (2nd season) Record: 66-65 Last 10 games: 6-4 Who to watch: SS Jean Segura (.301, 18 SB), DH Nelson Cruz (.289/.372/.555 with 31 HR, 101 RBIs), 2B Robinson CanÃ³ (19 HR, 78 RBIs), 1B Yonder Alonso (.270, 24 HR), LHP Ariel Miranda (8-6, 4.62 ERA), RHP Edwin DÃaz (30 saves) Season series vs. Orioles: 2-1 Pitching probables: Aug. 28: LHP Marco Gonzalez vs. RHP Chris Tillman, 7:05 p.m., MASN2 Aug. 29: RHP Erasmo RamÃrez vs. RHP Dylan Bundy, 7:05 p.m., MASN2 Aug. 30:...

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Time change announced for Sept. 4 Yankees-Orioles game

August 24, 2017, 12:07pm

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Major League Baseball and the Orioles today announced that the start time for the series opener against the New York Yankees on Monday, September 4, at Oriole Park has been moved from 1:35 p.m. to 2:05 p.m. ET. The game will still air on MASN and the Orioles Radio Network. Gates will open to fans at noon, and all fans will receive a Tim Beckham T-Shirt upon entering the ballpark.

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Orioles to support BARCS Animal Shelter with pet calendar sale

August 22, 2017, 11:47am

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The ninth annual Orioles Pet Calendar, presented by Pet+E.R., went on sale today, Tuesday, August 22, with proceeds benefiting the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS), a nonprofit shelter that accepts and cares for all animals in need. The 16-month calendar, presented by Pet+E.R. for the third consecutive year, features photos of Orioles players with their pets and various BARCS animals. Players who will be featured in this year's calendar include: Brad Brach, Dylan Bundy, Chris...

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Nationals activate Strasburg, place Scherzer on DL

August 19, 2017, 1:09pm

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The Washington Nationals returned from rehab assignment and reinstated right-handed pitcher Stephen Strasburg on Saturday. Prior to Friday night's game, the Nationals placed right-handed pitcher Max Scherzer on the 10-day disabled list (retroactive to Aug. 15) with left neck inflammation. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Strasburg, 29, returns to the Nationals after missing 23 games with a right elbow nerve impingement....

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Cardboard to Leather collection scheduled for Sunday at Camden Yards

August 17, 2017, 4:46pm

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Cardboard to Leather collection scheduled for Sunday at Camden Yards

It's time to clean out your closets, dig into the corners of the garage and check your depository of old sports equipment for usable baseball gear that can be repurposed to new owners. The Oriole Advocates will hold their annual Cardboard to Leather collection before Sunday's Angels-Orioles game and until the second inning at all Camden Yards gates. Cardboard to Leather is one of the Advocates' signature programs, a means of collecting and distributing new or gently used baseball equipment...

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Nationals activate Kelley, place Madson on 10-day DL

August 17, 2017, 3:34pm

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The Washington Nationals returned from rehab assignment and reinstated right-handed pitcher Shawn Kelley on Thursday and placed right-handed pitcher Ryan Madson on the 10-day disabled list (retroactive to Aug. 14) with a right finger sprain. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Kelley, 33, returns to the Nationals after missing 51 games with a right trapezius strain. The veteran late-inning reliever made eight rehab appearances with...

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Opposite dugout: Resurgent Angels hold second AL wild card

August 16, 2017, 12:45pm

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Opposite dugout: Resurgent Angels hold second AL wild card

Manager: Mike Scioscia (18th season) Record: 62-59 Last 10 games: 7-3 Who to watch: CF Mike Trout (.340/.466/.679 with 23 HR, 55 RBIs), DH Albert Pujols (17 HR, 72 RBIs), SS Andrelton Simmons (.296, 12 HR, 55 RBIs, 17 SB), LF Cameron Maybin (25 SB), RHP Parker Bridwell (7-1, 2.88 ERA), RHP Cam Bedrosian (6 saves, 3.54 ERA) Season series vs. Orioles: 2-1 Pitching probables: Aug. 18: LHP Andrew Heaney vs. RHP Jeremy Hellickson, 7:05 p.m., MASN Aug. 19: RHP J.C. Ramirez vs. TBA, 7:05 p.m., MASN...

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Nationals select contract of outfielder Alejandro De Aza

August 16, 2017, 7:33am

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The Washington Nationals selected the contract of outfielder Alejandro De Aza from Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday and placed outfielder Brian Goodwin on the 10-day disabled list (retroactive to Aug. 14) with a left groin strain. Additionally, the Nationals transferred shortstop Trea Turner on the 60-day disabled list. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcements. De Aza, 33, joins the Nationals for his first Major League assignment of the...

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Orioles to celebrate 25th anniversary season at Oriole Park at Camden yards on Aug. 18-19

August 16, 2017, 7:30am

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Fans are encouraged to arrive early on Saturday, August 19, as the Orioles celebrate the 25th anniversary season of Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Prior to the 7:05 p.m. game against the Los Angeles Angels, the Orioles will honor the first team to play at The Ballpark That Forever Changed BaseballTM when 19 members of the 1992 Orioles return for special reunion festivities. Among those expected to attend are Orioles Legend and National Baseball Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr., Orioles Hall of...

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Orioles reach 10,000 home runs in club history

August 06, 2017, 8:03am

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The O's reached their 10,000th regular season home run in Orioles history (since 1954) after infielder Tim Beckham connected for a solo shot in the eighth inning on Saturday, Aug. 5. The Orioles became one of four clubs to reach the 10,000 home run mark since 1954, joining the Yankees, Tigers and Red Sox. The below infographic explores a variety of facts and figures about the 10,000 home runs in Orioles history.

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Nationals recall Cole from Triple-A Syracuse, activate Kintzler

August 02, 2017, 11:29am

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The Washington Nationals recalled right-handed pitcher A.J. Cole from Triple-A Syracuse and activated newly-acquired right-hander Brandon Kintzler on Wednesday. Right-handed pitcher Erick Fedde and left-handed pitcher Sammy Solis were optioned to Syracuse. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcements. Cole, 25, joins the Nationals for his second Major League assignment of the season. In his previous call-up, Cole made one start, going 1-0...

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Orioles acquire infielder Tim Beckham from Rays

July 31, 2017, 1:03pm

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The Orioles today announced that they have acquired infielder Tim Beckham from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for minor league right-hander Tobias Myers. Beckham, 27, batted .259/.314/.407 (82-for-317) with five doubles, three triples, 12 home runs, 31 runs, and 36 RBI in 87 games with the Rays this season. He hit .247/.299/.421 (179-for-725) with 24 doubles, 12 triples, 26 home runs, 81 runs, and 90 RBI in 238 career games. In his career, he has appeared in 124 games at shortstop, 77 at...

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Orioles acquire right-hander Jeremy Hellickson from Phillies

July 28, 2017, 8:07pm

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The Orioles announced tonight that they have acquired right-hander Jeremy Hellickson and cash considerations from the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for outfielder Hyun Soo Kim, minor league left-hander Garrett Cleavinger, and International Signing Bonus Slots. Hellickson, 30, has gone 6-5 with a 4.73 ERA (59 ER/112.1 IP) over 20 starts with the Phillies this season. Over 194 career Major League games (187 starts), he has posted a 67-63 record with a 3.98 ERA (481 ER/1087.1 IP) and 803...

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Light Rail link to be partially shut down during next Orioles homestand

July 28, 2017, 9:02am

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Fans heading to Orioles games during next week's homestand from July 31 to August 6 should be aware that the Maryland Transportation Authority's Light RailLink will be partially shut down due to necessary repairs until August 11. The route between the North Avenue station and the Camden Yards station will be closed in both directions. Riders are urged to take MTA's free shuttle bus service to get to the ballpark. Local shuttle buses will stop at each of the affected stations in both...