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Wrapping up the second day of workouts (with photos)

February 20, 2016, 10:08am

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Wrapping up the second day of workouts (with photos)

SARASOTA, Fla. - Everyone scheduled to throw a bullpen session today took the mound to conclude the second official workout at the Ed Smith Stadium complex. Todd Redmond is expected back in camp on Sunday after leaving for a few days to attend to a family matter. Center fielder Adam Jones is expected to report on Sunday. Hunter Harvey impressed this afternoon, displaying a smooth, repeatable delivery and popping the catcher's mitt. Manager Buck Showalter noted how Harvey's arm slot is higher...

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Dan Duquette: "We have a lot more work to do"

February 20, 2016, 7:06am

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Dan Duquette: "We have a lot more work to do"

SARASOTA, Fla. - Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette reported to camp yesterday afternoon, bringing his work with him from the third floor of the warehouse at Camden Yards. He met with the media for about 10 minutes today while pitchers and catchers worked out on various fields. There's no news to pass along except that the Orioles don't appear especially close to signing free agent pitcher Yovani Gallardo or outfielder Dexter Fowler. Nothing is imminent. However, as always,...

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O'Day on mentoring Bundy, Davis' return and expectations for 2016

February 20, 2016, 4:46am

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O'Day on mentoring Bundy, Davis' return and expectations for 2016

SARASOTA, Fla. - Rule 5 outfielder Joey Rickard reported to camp this morning, another position player arriving early. Dylan Bundy mentioned yesterday that he's counting on the veteran relievers to assist in his transition to a bullpen role. Darren O'Day is the obvious choice as the leader of the group. Bundy made two relief appearances with the Orioles in September 2012. O'Day was there. So were the laughs. "I wonder if he talked about the first time we mentored him in Fenway when he made...

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Ubaldo Jimenez: "I know I can do better"

February 19, 2016, 4:42pm

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Ubaldo Jimenez: "I know I can do better"

SARASOTA, Fla. - We've arrived at Day 2 of the Orioles' spring training workouts. And with the physicals done, they return to a normal schedule that gets players on and off the field earlier than yesterday. The highlight remains the bullpen sessions. Nothing against pitchers fielding practice, but ... the highlight remains the bullpen sessions. Ubaldo Jimenez will throw today while continuing to focus on repeating his delivery. It's a daily battle for a guy whose arms and legs tend to fly in...

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Wrapping up the first workout

February 19, 2016, 11:58am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - I listed 14 pitchers in my last blog entry who threw bullpen sessions today. Non-roster right-hander Todd Redmond also was scheduled, but he left camp to attend to a family matter. He's expected to return within the next few days. There were plenty of other arms to hold manager Buck Showalter's attention. "I checked off the guys before today that I was going to be sure I got to see and didn't miss," Showalter said. "I don't know (Dale) Thayer that well, (Odrisamer)...

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Orioles complete their first workout

February 19, 2016, 9:12am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles' first workout today lasted about 2Â½ hours, including the stretching exercises. Pitchers did the usual fielding drills, coming off the mound to scoop up slow rollers or cover first base. They also ran sprints. Manager Buck Showalter, fungo bat in hand, lectured different groups. It was a typical first day. The bullpen sessions were broken down into five groups: Zach Britton, T.J. McFarland and Dale Thayer Pedro Beato and Odrisamer Despaigne Chad Roe, Mike Wright...

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Ubaldo Jimenez can offer advice to any pitcher who signs late

February 19, 2016, 6:41am

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Ubaldo Jimenez can offer advice to any pitcher who signs late

SARASOTA, Fla. - As the Orioles attempt to sign another starting pitcher, with Yovani Gallardo still atop the wish list while negotiations drag on, Ubaldo Jimenez can tell them a thing or two about arriving late to camp and getting acclimated. The Orioles didn't sign Jimenez until Feb. 19, 2014, five days before they brought in outfielder Nelson Cruz. "It's going to take a little bit of time," Jimenez said today. "It doesn't matter if you tell yourself it's not. It will because it's a...

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The latest on Dylan Bundy and Hunter Harvey

February 19, 2016, 5:35am

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The latest on Dylan Bundy and Hunter Harvey

SARASOTA, Fla. - The good prospect news has extended from minicamp to spring training. Dylan Bundy and Hunter Harvey confirmed in separate interviews today that they're full-go in camp. Their arms feel great. And the sun is shining. Bundy was shut down at Double-A Bowie with a sore right shoulder and in the Arizona Fall League with right forearm tightness. Harvey was shut down at Single-A Delmarva in 2014 with a strained right flexor mass, sustained a fractured fibula last spring after being...

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Time for the first official workout

February 18, 2016, 3:27pm

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SARASOTA, Fla. - The first official workout of spring training will be held later today after players take their physicals. You can't be on the field without one. Stay tuned for photos of pitchers running and throwing; of catchers running and throwing; of at least a few position players running and throwing - and maybe hitting in the cage. We'll find out later if anyone has work visa issues. It's a frequent occurrence in camps and manager Buck Showalter is bracing for it. The physicals...

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Notes and quotes as pitchers and catchers report to camp (updated)

February 18, 2016, 8:52am

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Notes and quotes as pitchers and catchers report to camp (updated)

SARASOTA, Fla. - Catcher Matt Wieters arrived in camp this morning with son Maverick. Nolan Reimold played catch on the field and Hyun Soo Kim ran sprints. J.J. Hardy and Jonathan Schoop played catch, grabbed bats and headed to the indoor cage. A few guys took grounders on one of the back fields. Workouts don't officially begin until Friday, but players volunteered to head outdoors and get the proverbial ball rolling. "It's pretty crowded," said manager Buck Showalter, who stayed indoors to...

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Hyun Soo Kim meets the press

February 18, 2016, 5:16am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - Twenty-seven players arrived in the clubhouse this morning during the hour that the media was allowed inside. Included in the group were Hyun Soo Kim, J.J. Hardy, Dariel Alvarez, Ryan Flaherty, Christian Walker, Henry Urrutia, Xavier Avery, L.J. Hoes and Steve Tolleson. Position players aren't due until Tuesday, with the first full-squad workout the following day. The roll call also included pitchers Brad Brach, Chris Tillman, Kevin Gausman, T.J. McFarland, Miguel Gonzalez,...

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So many questions coming as pitchers and catchers report

February 17, 2016, 4:36pm

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So many questions coming as pitchers and catchers report

SARASOTA, Fla. - The day finally has arrived. Orioles pitchers and catchers are required to report to spring training. I stress "required" because the turnout already is impressive. Guys don't need to be dragged to the Ed Smith Stadium complex. We're not in Fort Lauderdale anymore, Toto. The turnout won't be restricted to pitchers and catchers. For example, outfielder Henry Urrutia has been working out down here - we spoke at the minicamp last month - and Korean outfielder Hyun Soo Kim...

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A little more on Orioles' negotiations with Gallardo and Fowler

February 17, 2016, 8:44am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles remain confident that they will sign pitcher Yovani Gallardo and also are optimistic about their chances of including outfielder Dexter Fowler in their winter haul, according to a source. The club is fine with surrendering its first two draft picks, which would be slotted at Nos. 14 and 28, in order to plug holes in the rotation and right field. It's just a matter of getting the deals done as pitchers and catchers report on Thursday to the Ed Smith Stadium...

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Commenting on the camp competitions

February 16, 2016, 6:03pm

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I'd like to challenge readers here to pick their favorite camp competition, but it's hard to do without having a set roster. I'm still putting Yovani Gallardo in the rotation until told otherwise. I won't bore you with another non-update update. Sides still talking, working out a few details, press conference would be held in Sarasota, etc. OK, I just bored you with another non-update update. Gallardo would join Chris Tillman, Ubaldo Jimenez, Miguel Gonzalez and Kevin Gausman. The only...

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A few thoughts on Givens and Paredes

February 15, 2016, 2:26pm

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I've been asked whether the Orioles are waiting until they reach agreement with pitcher Yovani Gallardo and outfielder Dexter Fowler before announcing both deals simultaneously, as if it's more economical that way. Like they might have found a two-for-one sale. I don't believe that the Orioles are putting anyone on hold. I don't see the logic in keeping a Gallardo agreement under wraps until Fowler also signs. But all theories are accepted here. Keep floating 'em while we wait for pitchers...

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Talking more about Trumbo in right field

February 14, 2016, 12:53pm

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Talking more about Trumbo in right field

Three more days until the pitchers and catchers report to spring training at the Ed Smith Stadium complex in Sarasota. Three more days until the beat crew slips into a brand new routine. The clubhouse will open to the media from 8-9 a.m. Workouts last until about 12:30 p.m., with the clubhouse reopening for an hour. Manager Buck Showalter will meet with reporters and other media types following the workouts, when he'll be asked about bullpen sessions and pitchers' fielding practice. The...

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Digging a little deeper into the Orioles' pursuit of an arm and bat

February 13, 2016, 5:57pm

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If the Orioles finally reach agreement with right-hander Yovani Gallardo on a three-year deal, and it's still expected to happen, the press conference might have to take place down in Sarasota. We're running out of Camden Yards time. Gallardo would need to take and pass his physical. Team officials, public relations staff and media will be at the Ed Smith Stadium complex early this week. It would be a swift turnaround, to say the least. It's not like we'd be out of our element. The Orioles...

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This, that and the other

February 12, 2016, 4:17pm

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The Orioles are continuing negotiations with pitcher Yovani Gallardo on a three-year contract. As expected, the talks have moved into the weekend. Don't say that I didn't warn you. More details are being worked out, including the possibility of an option. I'll repeat that it looks encouraging, but nothing is imminent. Meanwhile, it's interesting how the Orioles retain interest in three hitters who aren't exactly carbon copies. Dexter Fowler and Jay Bruce would play right field. However,...

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Orioles lose C.J. Riefenhauser on waiver claim

February 12, 2016, 10:08am

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C.J. Riefenhauser is on the move again. The Cubs claimed Riefenhauser off waivers today after the Orioles designated him for assignment last week. They designated left-hander Edgar Olmos for assignment to make room for Riefenhauser. In a strange twist, the Cubs had claimed Olmos from the Orioles on Dec. 23. The Rays traded Riefenhauser to the Mariners on Nov. 5. The Orioles acquired Riefenhauser and first baseman/outfielder Mark Trumbo on Dec. 2 for catcher Steve Clevenger. Now comes today's...

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Orioles reach agreement with pitcher Yovani Gallardo (updated)

February 12, 2016, 5:55am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles have reached an agreement with right-hander Yovani Gallardo on a three-year contract worth $35 million, according to multiple sources, filling the spot in their rotation vacated by Wei-Yin Chen. The deal includes a $13 million option and is contingent on Gallardo passing his physical, which could take place Sunday. Update: I'm told the physical is more likely to take place on Monday. It's not the last order of business, but they're getting closer. The club...