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Four-run rally pushes Orioles past Rays in eighth inning (O's win 4-3)

September 17, 2015, 5:51pm

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Orioles came to life tonight after Rays starter Matt Moore left the game. They also came from behind to take a 4-3 lead. Moore held them to two hits over seven scoreless innings, with no walks and nine strikeouts. He hadn't gone more than five innings in any of his eight previous starts in 2015 or struck out more than four batters. Rays manager Kevin Cash brought in Alex Colome to work the eighth with Moore's pitch count at 93 and the Orioles trailing 3-0. And he...

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Mychal Givens has homecoming at The Trop (O's down 3-0)

September 17, 2015, 3:11pm

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Mychal Givens has homecoming at The Trop (O's down 3-0)

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The four-game series against the Rays offers a chance for Orioles reliever Mychal Givens to pitch at home. Givens was drafted as a shortstop in the second round in 2009 out of H.B. Plant High School in Tampa, about a 20-25 minute drive to Tropicana Field. "It's a good feeling to be home," he said. "I haven't played here since high school. It's a good feeling to be back and be around family and friends. "They've seen some games on TV because they're broadcast...

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More from Buck Showalter on the rotation

September 17, 2015, 2:16pm

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More from Buck Showalter on the rotation

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Orioles manager Buck Showalter confirmed that Ubaldo Jimenez will start Monday night against the Nationals in D.C. Chris Tillman will pitch Tuesday, and Wednesday's starter is listed as TBD. Tyler Wilson's turn falls on that day. However, Showalter didn't rule out Mike Wright returning to the rotation. It's a fluid situation. Miguel Gonzalez will throw from 120 feet on Friday and could rejoin the rotation next weekend in Boston. Showalter pretty much ruled out...

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Tyler Wilson added to rotation

September 17, 2015, 12:36pm

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Orioles have adjusted their rotation for the Rays series by inserting rookie Tyler Wilson. Chris Tillman starts tonight, followed by Wilson on Friday, Wei-Yin Chen on Saturday and Kevin Gausman on Sunday. Ubaldo Jimenez had been scheduled for Sunday, but he could go Monday in Washington D.C. The Orioles are off next Thursday. Manager Buck Showalter hasn't met with the media to detail the changes and how they impact rookie Mike Wright, who lasted only three-plus...

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Orioles and Rays lineups

September 17, 2015, 11:37am

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Nolan Reimold is leading off tonight and playing left field for the opener of a four-games series against the Rays at Tropicana Field. Dariel Alvarez is in right field , Steve Pearce is at first base and Chris Davis is serving as the designated hitter. Second baseman Jonathan Schoop is batting .324/.359/.595 (12-for-37) during his career-high nine-game hitting streak. Third baseman Manny Machado is batting .304/.420/.518 (17-for-56) in his last 15 games Rule 5 pick...

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Buck Showalter on Darren O'Day: "He's good people"

September 16, 2015, 7:21pm

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Buck Showalter on Darren O'Day: "He's good people"

The schedule has 17 games remaining on it. Ten of those games are away from Camden Yards and they're played in succession, an off-day on Sept. 24 the only interruption. The Orioles need to develop their road rage before it's too late. A 29-45 record outside of Baltimore has undermined the Orioles' efforts to repeat as division champions or grab one of the wild card spots. They could be toast by the time they return home on Sept. 28 for a four-game series against the Blue Jays. They're faced...

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Showalter speaks after 10-1 loss

September 16, 2015, 6:24pm

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Orioles manager Buck Showalter didn't commit to Mike Wright making another start following tonight's 10-1 loss to the Red Sox at Camden Yards. It may happen. Tyler Wilson could replace him. And Showalter updated Miguel Gonzalez's throwing progression. Your guess is as good as mine. It's obvious that Wright hurt his chances tonight by lasting three innings plus two batters. He was charged with six runs, the last two scoring after Jorge Rondon replaced him. Here's Showalter: On Wright:...

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Christian Walker, leadoff hitters and the closer (O's lose 10-1)

September 16, 2015, 2:36pm

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Christian Walker, leadoff hitters and the closer (O's lose 10-1)

A win tonight would put the Orioles one game below .500 for the first time since Aug. 27 in Kansas City. They were headed in the wrong direction, losing 12 of 13 games and tumbling down the division and wild card standings. The Orioles are facing three left-handed starters in a row, including Boston's Henry Owens. Manager Buck Showalter chose tonight to put Nolan Reimold and Steve Pearce in his right-handed heavy lineup, but he's also got Gerardo Parra in right field and Chris Davis at first...

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Buck Showalter on today's anniversary and Miguel Gonzalez

September 16, 2015, 1:21pm

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Buck Showalter on today's anniversary and Miguel Gonzalez

Today marks the one-year anniversary of the Orioles clinching the American League East at home and setting off a wild on-field celebration shared with the fans who were in no hurry to leave Camden Yards. Merry Clinchmas to everyone. Manager Buck Showalter was challenged today to share his most vivid memories from that night. "I'd have to think about it," he said. "You never assume any of it until it happens, until the last ball is caught and you step on first. Because we live in that world,...

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Orioles and Red Sox lineups

September 16, 2015, 11:20am

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Nolan Reimold returns to the Orioles' lineup tonight as their leadoff hitter and designated hitter. Steve Pearce is in left field and Gerardo Parra is in right. Miguel Gonzalez threw in the outfield again today. He's supposed to play catch again on Friday, extending the distance to around 120 feet. For the Orioles Nolan Reimold DH Manny Machado 3B Chris Davis 1B Adam Jones CF Jonathan Schoop 2B Steve Pearce LF Gerardo Parra RF J.J. Hardy SS Caleb Joseph C Mike Wright RHP For the Red Sox Brock...

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Another win, Hardy's defense, tonight's game and international signing

September 15, 2015, 8:46pm

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Another win, Hardy's defense, tonight's game and international signing

As the Orioles gathered inside their clubhouse following last night's dramatic 6-5 13-inning win over the Red Sox, they still had sole possession of third place in the American League East and trailed the Astros by 5 1/2 for the second wild card. The heart is still beating. Chris Davis produced the game-winning single, his third walk-off hit of the season. The bullpen allowed one run over eight innings. Manny Machado put on another show at third base, homered and delivered a huge single in the...

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Showalter: "We still feel like it's there for us if we can get the momentum needed"

September 15, 2015, 8:22pm

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Showalter: "We still feel like it's there for us if we can get the momentum needed"

Chris Davis lined a single past a drawn-in infield to score the winning run tonight in the 13th inning, rounded first base and made a mad dash toward the dugout to avoid another water-bottle shower. The walk-off wins never get old, but he wouldn't mind staying dry. The Orioles, meanwhile, are staying alive. Their 6-5 victory over the Red Sox at Camden Yards gave them six wins in their last seven games. They're two games below .500 for the first time since Aug. 28. The Orioles have won three...

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Ubaldo Jimenez seeking milestone win (O's win 6-5 in 13 innings)

September 15, 2015, 3:24pm

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Ubaldo Jimenez seeking milestone win (O's win 6-5 in 13 innings)

If Ubaldo Jimenez registers his 100th career victory tonight, he will become the 11th Dominican-born pitcher to reach the milestone. Hall of Famer Juan Marichal ranks first with 243 wins. Current Orioles pitching instructor Ramon Martinez owns 135 career wins. Jimenez tossed a scoreless first inning tonight, striking out David Ortiz on his 25th pitch to strand Xander Bogaerts, who drew a two-out walk. Center fielder Adam Jones received his Heart and Hustle Award before tonight's game. The...

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Miguel Gonzalez on pitching again in 2015: "I think it's important for all of us"

September 15, 2015, 1:49pm

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Miguel Gonzalez on pitching again in 2015: "I think it's important for all of us"

Miguel Gonzalez remains encouraged by his recovery and his chances of starting again this season for the Orioles. Gonzalez made 25 throws from 60 feet yesterday, his first activity since going on the disabled list Sept. 4 with tendinitis in his right shoulder. He also had swelling in his right elbow. He's scheduled to throw from 90 feet on Wednesday and 120 feet on Friday. "They want to take it slow," Gonzalez said. If there are no setbacks, Gonzalez will progress to a bullpen session before...

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Notes on roster, Tyler Wilson, coaching staff, Chris Parmelee and more

September 15, 2015, 1:06pm

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Notes on roster, Tyler Wilson, coaching staff, Chris Parmelee and more

Orioles manager Buck Showalter doesn't anticipate the club bringing up any more players following today's additions. "We're at 34 now? That's enough," Showalter said. The Orioles did consider outfielder David Lough, who recently was hit on the right hand while trying to bunt. X-rays were negative. Lough isn't part of the taxi squad in Sarasota, a group that includes outfielder Henry Urrutia, infielder Rey Navarro and catcher Audry Perez. Showalter said Tyler Wilson could make a spot...

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Orioles and Red Sox lineups

September 15, 2015, 11:08am

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Gerardo Parra is leading off and playing right field tonight for the Orioles. Steve Pearce is starting in left field and Nolan Reimold is on the bench.Steve Clevenger is serving as the designated hitter. Chris Davis has hit safely in 11 of his last 12 games, batting .425/.574/1.025 (17-for-40), including 10 extra-base hits in that span. Adam Jones has recorded nine RBIs over the last four games. Reimold has scored 10 runs in eight games this month. Zach Britton has posted a 1.50 ERA over his...

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Orioles recalling four players, FanFest scheduled for Dec. 12 (updated)

September 15, 2015, 10:30am

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The Orioles' expanded roster will include four more players from Triple-A Norfolk. Officials confirmed today that the club will recall pitchers Tyler Wilson and Oliver Drake, first baseman Christian Walker and outfielder Junior Lake. The Tides lost Game 5 of the International League semifinals last night to Columbus, ending their season and freeing the Orioles to bring up reinforcements. Wilson hasn't pitched in five days, making him available to the Orioles right away. He was 5-5 with a 3.24...

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Upcoming roster moves and tonight's game

September 14, 2015, 9:03pm

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Upcoming roster moves and tonight's game

While wondering if anyone cares that I went 12-3-1 picking against the spread in NFL games ... The Orioles haven't tinkered with their roster since reinstating shortstop J.J. Hardy from the disabled list on Sept. 8 and recalling outfielder Dariel Alvarez from Single-A Frederick. That's an entire week. More changes could be coming today. The Orioles would like to act quickly now that Triple-A Norfolk has been eliminated from the International League playoffs, losing the Game 5 semifinal last...

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Showalter speaks after 2-0 win

September 14, 2015, 6:52pm

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Don't look now, but the Orioles have sole possession of third place in the American League East. They're not covering the lockers in plastic, but it beats a last-place tie. Kevin Gausman threw 29 pitches in the first inning before settling down and working through the sixth in a 2-0 win over the Red Sox before 19,666 at Camden Yards. The Orioles won for the fifth time in six games and are three under .500 for the first time since Aug. 29. Gausman earned his first win since Aug. 1 and Zach...

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Reimold trying to maintain his roll in a new leadoff role (O's win 2-0)

September 14, 2015, 3:17pm

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Reimold trying to maintain his roll in a new leadoff role (O's win 2-0)

Before Nolan Reimold knocks in another run for the Orioles, he taps his fist against his wood locker inside the home clubhouse. Reimold freely admit that he believes in jinxes and would rather void talking about the adjustments that he's made at the plate with hitting coach Scott Coolbaugh. He skimps on the details, a smile creasing his face. It's going good for Reimold. Don't mess with it by talking about it. Reimold is making his eighth start this month, again situated atop the order but...