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More thoughts on Pedro Alvarez and his impact on the roster

March 08, 2016, 1:20pm

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More thoughts on Pedro Alvarez and his impact on the roster

SARASOTA, Fla. - Why did it take so long for a team to sign Pedro Alvarez? Concerns about his defense limited his market to American League suitors. There's been talk that his agent, Scott Boras, pushed for assurances that Alvarez would play half of his games in the field. Money usually is a factor, though Dexter Fowler and Austin Jackson would like a minute for rebuttal. They'll also take your recommendations for the best deep dish pizza in Chicago. Manager Buck Showalter's plans for...

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Wrapping up a 5-1 loss

March 08, 2016, 12:55pm

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SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles have signed their remaining non-arbitration eligible players to 2016 contracts. Everyone on the 40-man roster is under contract, a list that includes pitchers Parker Bridwell, Odrisamer Despaigne, Oliver Drake, Jason Garcia, Kevin Gausman, Mychal Givens, Chaz Roe, Andrew Triggs, Tyler Wilson, Mike Wright, Chris Jones, Chris Lee and T.J. McFarland; catchers Caleb Joseph and Francisco Pena; infielders Jimmy Paredes, Jonathan Schoop and Christian Walker; and...

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Miguel Gonzalez shows improvement in second start (O's lose 5-1)

March 08, 2016, 9:05am

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Miguel Gonzalez shows improvement in second start (O's lose 5-1)

ORIOLES QUICK WRAP Score: Red Sox 5, Orioles 1 Recap: Miguel Gonzalez allowed one run and three hits in 2 2/3 innings before reaching his pitch limit. Brock Holt, the second batter of the game, homered off Gonzalez. Darren O'Day gave up one run in the fourth after Boston loaded the bases with no outs. Nolan Reimold doubled to lead off the bottom of the first. Manny Machado and Mark Trumbo singled in the third. J.J. Hardy singled and tripled in his first two at-bats, and he scored on Joey...

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More morning notes before today's game

March 08, 2016, 7:24am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - Orioles manager Buck Showalter wouldn't comment this morning on Pedro Alvarez reaching agreement last night on a one-year deal. The move was referenced, the addition of a left-handed power bat implied, but nothing more. "You know, as we've been down this road a few times, let the process run its course," he said. "Then, we'll have plenty of time to talk about those things. I'm sworn to double-secret probation and I'm going to honor that protocol and process." I gave it...

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Player reaction to Pedro Alvarez

March 08, 2016, 5:31am

Orioles

SARASOTA, Fla. - Ryan Flaherty couldn't resist, but he sure tried. Flaherty was asked earlier today about the Orioles reaching agreement with Pedro Alvarez, his close friend and former Vanderbilt teammate. He immediately shot a glance toward Adam Jones, a clear reference to the Dexter Fowler debacle. The Orioles thought they had an agreement with Fowler, who spoke to Jones on the phone and expressed his excitement over joining the club. Fowler shocked the industry by returning to the...

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X-rays on McFarland's elbow come back clean (and other injury updates)

March 08, 2016, 4:40am

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X-rays on McFarland's elbow come back clean (and other injury updates)

SARASOTA, Fla. - It's been a busy morning for the media at the Ed Smith Stadium complex. Injuries needed updating and players were asked for their reactions to the Orioles' agreement with Pedro Alvarez on a one-year, $5.75 million contract. Reliever T.J. McFarland said the X-rays on his left elbow came back clean and he feels great this morning. He isn't sure when he's going to start throwing again, but the news is encouraging. No MRIs are scheduled for McFarland, who exited Sunday's game...

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Orioles lineup vs. Red Sox

March 08, 2016, 3:00am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - Rule 5 pick Joey Rickard is in left field today and Mark Trumbo is in right for the Orioles' 1:05 p.m. game against the Red Sox at Ed Smith Stadium, which will air live on MASN. Nolan Reimold is leading off and serving as the designated hitter. For the Orioles Nolan Reimold DH Manny Machado 3B Chris Davis 1B Adam Jones CF Mark Trumbo RF Matt Wieters C J.J. Hardy SS Jonathan Schoop 2B Joey Rickard LF Miguel Gonzalez RHP

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Sources: Orioles agree to terms with Pedro Alvarez on one-year deal

March 07, 2016, 6:22pm

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SARASOTA, Fla. - Failing to secure a new right fielder in spring training, the Orioles decided to go after another home run bat. The club has agreed to terms with Pedro Alvarez on a one-year deal, multiple sources confirmed tonight. Dennis Lin of the San Diego Union-Tribune was first with the news. Alvarez will receive $5.75 million, plus another $1.25 million in incentives, per Jon Heyman of MLB Network. The deal is contingent on Alvarez passing a physical. Always an important...

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Two years removed from cancer diagnosis, Don Werner embraces each birthday

March 07, 2016, 3:55pm

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Two years removed from cancer diagnosis, Don Werner embraces each birthday

SARASOTA, Fla. - Don Werner is celebrating his 63rd birthday today and it's unfortunate if the name brings little or no recognition to fans. He's a valued behind-the-scenes member of the Orioles organization, a roving catching instructor also known for his skills at throwing batting practice. He's a former major leaguer who's highly respected in the industry. But he's something much more important. Don Werner is a cancer survivor. I'm hanging the label on him despite his diagnosis coming...

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Wrapping up a 3-0 loss

March 07, 2016, 11:52am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles put two runners on base in the bottom of the ninth inning today on singles by Ryan Flaherty and Dariel Alvarez, but Paul Janish grounded into a double play to give the Twins a 3-0 victory at Ed Smith Stadium. The winless streak has reached eight games. Flaherty, who entered as a pinch-runner and played third base and second base, is 7-for-12 this spring. Ubaldo Jimenez tossed three scoreless innings to lower his ERA from 162.00 to 16.20. "Ubaldo was good, crisp,"...

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Ubaldo Jimenez goes three scoreless against the Twins (O's lose 3-0)

March 07, 2016, 8:52am

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Ubaldo Jimenez goes three scoreless against the Twins (O's lose 3-0)

ORIOLES QUICK WRAP Score: Twins 3, Orioles 0 Recap: Nice recovery for Ubaldo Jimenez, who followed a poor debut with three scoreless innings. He allowed one hit, walked one and struck out three. Hunter Harvey allowed a run in 1 1/3 innings. He walked two and struck out one. Andrew Triggs had a walk and strikeout in two-thirds of an inning. Mychal Givens allowed a run on two hits and two walks in two-thirds of an inning. Cesar Cabral retired all four batters he faced, but Juan Centeno had an RBI...

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Showalter on Matusz: "I think he'll rejoin us here before long"

March 07, 2016, 7:05am

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Showalter on Matusz: "I think he'll rejoin us here before long"

SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles are waiting for the results of X-rays taken on reliever T.J. McFarland's left elbow. They're hopeful that he's dealing with a minor muscle issue instead of anything related to a ligament. Reliever Brian Matusz played catch yesterday and didn't report any discomfort in his lower back. "He's coming along," said manager Buck Showalter. "I think he's going to be sooner than later. I think he'll rejoin us here before long. They were talking today about how good...

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Hearing from T.J. McFarland and Dylan Bundy before today's game

March 07, 2016, 4:29am

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Hearing from T.J. McFarland and Dylan Bundy before today's game

SARASOTA, Fla. - T.J. McFarland sounded confident this morning that X-rays taken later today on his left elbow won't reveal a serious injury. The Orioles reliever came out of yesterday's game against the Red Sox after 1 1/3 innings due to discomfort in the elbow. He was charged with two runs and four hits, and he walked two batters. "Until I really know anything, I can't really comment on what's going on. So, I'm leaving today and getting an X-ray. We'll see," he said. "I haven't felt...

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Orioles lineup vs. Twins (with McFarland update)

March 07, 2016, 3:03am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - Mark Trumbo is playing first base today and Chris Davis is serving as the designated hitter for todays' game against the Twins. Henry Urrutia is in right field. For the Orioles Manny Machado 3B Adam Jones CF Chris Davis DH Mark Trumbo 1B Matt Wieters C J.J. Hardy SS Hyun Soo Kim LF Jonathan Schoop 2B Henry Urrutia RF Ubaldo Jimenez RHP Reliever T.J. McFarland will have his left elbow X-rayed this morning after experiencing discomfort in yesterday's game against the Red...

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Today's health checklist and notes on Bundy, Flaherty and the outfield

March 06, 2016, 3:57pm

Orioles

Today's health checklist and notes on Bundy, Flaherty and the outfield

SARASOTA, Fla. - While planning my day leading up to a 1:05 p.m. home game against the Twins, I've made notations about checking on T.J. McFarland's left elbow and Ozzie Martinez's head. The Orioles aren't expected to know more about Jimmy Paredes' left wrist until Wednesday, but I can't ignore it. It's doubtful that anything has changed with Brian Matusz's strained serratus muscle in his lower back, but I can't ignore it. Chris Tillman will throw live batting practice today. He's no...

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McFarland also an injury concern today in 8-7 loss

March 06, 2016, 12:28pm

Orioles

McFarland also an injury concern today in 8-7 loss

FORT MYERS, Fla. - Reliever T.J. McFarland exited today's game with tenderness in his left elbow, manager Buck Showalter revealed after the Orioles' 8-7 loss to the Red Sox at JetBlue Park. McFarland came out a few pitches earlier than planned after allowing two runs and five hits in 1 1/3 innings. He also walked two batters. "Mac had a little tender elbow there at the end," Showalter said. "I took him out a little early of his pitch count. We've got to check into that and see what's...

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Ozzie Martinez leaves game with injury

March 06, 2016, 11:10am

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FORT MYERS, Fla. - The Orioles are losing again today and another player came off the field with an injury. Double-A shortstop Ozzie Martinez collided with second baseman Garabez Rosa while trying to field a bouncer from the Red Sox's Travis Shaw in the bottom of the sixth inning. Martinez ranged beyond the bag and appeared to get hit in the head by Rosa's elbow. Martinez stayed face-down in the dirt as athletic trainer Patrick Wesley rushed onto the field. Rosa stood nearby. Martinez...

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Mike Wright talks about his second exhibition start (O's lose 8-7)

March 06, 2016, 10:22am

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Mike Wright talks about his second exhibition start (O's lose 8-7)

ORIOLES QUICK WRAP Score: Red Sox 8, Orioles 7 Recap: Mike Wright allowed two runs and four hits in two innings. Christian Walker had a two-run double in the first off Clay Buchholz and L.J. Hoes followed with an RBI single. Reimold walked with the bases loaded in the second after Jorge Marban replaced Buchholz. Oliver Drake pitched a scoreless third, but T.J. McFarland gave up two runs and five hits in 1 1/3 innings. Chaz Roe allowed two runs in the sixth that broke a 4-4 tie, and shortstop...

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Game update and notes on Tillman, Wilson, Beliveau, Paredes and Rickard

March 06, 2016, 8:37am

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Game update and notes on Tillman, Wilson, Beliveau, Paredes and Rickard

FORT MYERS, Fla. - Christian Walker delivered a two-out, two-run double today in the top of the first inning and L.J. Hoes followed with an RBI single. The Orioles are jumping on Clay Buchholz early, tagging him with three unearned runs. Ryan Flaherty walked with one out, Nolan Reimold reached on an error and they executed a double steal. Hyun Soo Kim struck out on a pitch in the dirt, making him 0-for-14 with two strikeouts, but Walker and Hoes delivered in the clutch. Walker is 4-for-10 with...

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A few pitching notes before today's game

March 06, 2016, 6:42am

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A few pitching notes before today's game

FORT MYERS, Fla. - The Orioles are taking batting practice back in Sarasota this morning after playing a night game. The bus is far behind the beat writers who drove to JetBlue Park. Mike Wright is starting today, and other pitchers on the trip include Dylan Bundy, Brad Brach, T.J. McFarland, Chaz Roe, Oliver Drake, Chris Jones, Andy Oliver, Joe Gunkel and David Hess. Reserves include infielders Trey Mancini, Ozzie Martinez, Adrian Marin, Garabez Rosa and Drew Dosch, outfielders Dariel Alvarez,...