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Orioles recall Christian Walker

July 08, 2015, 5:51am

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The Orioles made one roster move this morning, recalling first baseman Christian Walker from Triple-A Norfolk. Walker replaces pitcher Kevin Gausman, who was optioned to Norfolk following last night's 8-3 loss to the Twins. Walker, 24, batted .266/.321/.380 with 20 doubles, five home runs and 28 RBIs in 78 games. He's hit safely in 12 of his last 14 games, batting .328 (20-for-61) with three home runs, seven RBIs and five multi-hit games. In 85 at-bats this season against left-handed...

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Another roster move, thoughts on Wesley Wright and today's game

July 07, 2015, 8:10pm

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Another roster move, thoughts on Wesley Wright and today's game

The Orioles conclude their final road trip before the All-Star break this afternoon while also shaking up their roster again. First baseman Christian Walker is expected to be recalled from Triple-A Norfolk, and I was told a left-handed pitcher could join him. However, T.J. McFarland was in Gwinnett last night. Left-hander Cesar Cabral also is on the 40-man roster and Wesley Wright is on the 60-day disabled list while continuing his injury rehab assignment at Triple-A Norfolk. Wright apparently...

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Orioles option Kevin Gausman

July 07, 2015, 7:52pm

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The Orioles optioned right-hander Kevin Gausman to Triple-A Norfolk following tonight's 8-3 loss to the Twins at Target Field. A corresponding move wasn't announced. Gausman was charged with seven earned runs (eight total) in 3 2/3 innings, the shortest start of his major league career. He also threw two wild pitches and hit a batter. Brad Brach allowed all three inherited runners to score after Gausman left the game. As I wrote this morning, the Orioles can begin Gausman's 10-day clock...

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Christian Walker expected to join Orioles in Minnesota (final update)

July 07, 2015, 3:26pm

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Triple-A Norfolk first baseman Christian Walker was a healthy scratch from tonight's lineup at Gwinnett, and he could be joining the Orioles in Minnesota for Wednesday's series finale. As I wrote this morning, the Orioles could option tonight's starter, Kevin Gausman, whose next scheduled turn falls during the All-Star break. Walker could stay for one day and be optioned back to Norfolk on Thursday when outfielder Nolan Reimold comes off the paternity list. Reimold flew to Jacksonville for...

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Cal Ripken Jr. on the Orioles: "I think they're positioned pretty well"

July 07, 2015, 2:56pm

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Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr. participated in a conference call earlier today to promote TBS's baseball coverage. Ripken will be in the network's booth for the July 19 game between the Dodgers and Nationals in D.C. Ripken, a 19-time All-Star, said he isn't surprised that the Orioles will have four representatives in next week's game with the selections of outfielder Adam Jones, third baseman Manny Machado and relievers Zach Britton and Darren O'Day. He's also impressed that the club has...

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Matt Wieters catching on back-to-back nights (plus Twins lineup)

July 07, 2015, 12:39pm

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Matt Wieters catching on back-to-back nights (plus Twins lineup)

Orioles catcher Matt Wieters is behind the plate on back-to-back nights for the first time since undergoing ligament-reconstructive surgery on his right elbow. Wieters has been resting or serving as the designated hitter on the nights after catching since he returned from the disabled list. Ryan Flaherty gets the start at second base tonight as the Orioles continue their series against the Twins at Target Field. Jonathan Schoop is on the bench after going 2-for-9 with a home run and two RBIs in...

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Duquette on Young and trade priorities (plus other notes)

July 07, 2015, 10:11am

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Duquette on Young and trade priorities (plus other notes)

Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette is continuing his attempts to trade outfielder Delmon Young, who was designated for assignment on July 1. The Orioles had 10 days to trade or release Young, who was batting .270/.289/.339 with six doubles, two home runs and 16 RBIs in 52 games in his second season with the team. He was 2-for-19 in his last eight games. "We're still working with a couple of teams and hopefully it will come together," Duquette said. "We have a couple more...

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Wondering what's next for Gausman and tonight's game

July 06, 2015, 8:59pm

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Wondering what's next for Gausman and tonight's game

Kevin Gausman makes his third start of the 2015 season tonight as the Orioles continue their series in Minnesota. Is it also Gausman's last start before being optioned again to the minors? The Orioles need to create a roster spot Thursday for outfielder Nolan Reimold, who comes off the paternity list. As I've written, they could option a starting pitcher as the All-Star break approaches and bring him back in 10 days. It's a common move for the Orioles to send out a starter during that week...

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Jones, Machado, Britton and O'Day chosen as AL All-Stars (updated)

July 06, 2015, 3:47pm

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Jones, Machado, Britton and O'Day chosen as AL All-Stars (updated)

The Orioles will have four representatives in Cincinnati next week for the 86th All-Star Game, including two first-timers from their bullpen. Center fielder Adam Jones has made his fifth All-Star team and third baseman Manny Machado is selected as a reserve for the second time in his career. They're joined by closer Zach Britton and set-up man Darren O'Day, novices to the Midsummer Classic. Jones, also an All-Star in 2009, 2012, 2013 and 2014, is batting 286/.334/.464 with 13 doubles, three...

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Orioles lineup vs. Twins (Flaherty update and Twins lineup)

July 06, 2015, 12:37pm

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The Orioles still haven't announced their roster move for tonight's series opener in Minnesota. Outfielder Nolan Reimold is on paternity leave until Thursday and infielder Ryan Flaherty is expected to be recalled from Triple-A Norfolk. Assuming that's the move, Flaherty is expected to remain with the Orioles after Reimold returns to the club. He isn't required to spend 10 days in the minors. Add it to the rest of baseball's confusing rules. Flaherty is batting .248/.328/.386 with six...

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More on Machado

July 06, 2015, 11:04am

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Orioles third baseman Manny Machado is celebrating his 23rd birthday today. One gift should arrive tonight when he's chosen as a reserve on the American League All-Star team. Can he possibly be denied? Machado is batting .299/.356/.522 with 18 doubles, one triple, 17 home runs, 46 RBIs and 13 stolen bases in 15 attempts heading into tonight's series opener in Minnesota. Since moving into the leadoff spot, Machado is batting .308/.364/.538 with 14 doubles, a triple, 13 home runs, 34 RBIs, 40...

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Another roster move and tonight's game

July 05, 2015, 6:34pm

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The Orioles continue their road trip with three games in Minnesota and at least one more roster move. Outfielder Nolan Reimold will go on paternity leave today for the birth of his daughter, and the Orioles are expected to recall infielder Ryan Flaherty to take his place. The Orioles would like to get T.J. McFarland in the bullpen as a left-handed long man, but that move will have to wait. Manager Buck Showalter told reporters yesterday in Chicago that Rule 5 pick Jason Garcia is beginning his...

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Orioles shut out in final All-Star balloting

July 05, 2015, 3:56pm

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The Orioles won't have anyone starting in the 2015 All-Star Game. They couldn't rally late in the final voting. Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson received the most votes in the American League with 14,090,188. Manny Machado finished third among third basemen with 2,609,499 after being fourth last week. The Angels' Mike Trout (14,013,021) and the Royals' Lorenzo Cain (12,399,127) and Alex Gordon (10,609,006) are the starting outfielders. Adam Jones was seventh with 6,334,939...

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Schoop returns to Orioles lineup

July 05, 2015, 6:27am

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Jonathan Schoop is off the disabled list and in the Orioles lineup today for the first time since April 17 in Boston. His last hit came two days earlier. Schoop is starting at second base and batting eighth as the Orioles try to avoid being swept by the White Sox. They've lost five of their last six games. Schoop officially came off the 60-day disabled list this morning. No move is needed to create space on the 40-man roster because the Orioles designated outfielder Delmon Young for assignment...

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More on the latest roster maneuvering and today's game

July 04, 2015, 7:31pm

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More on the latest roster maneuvering and today's game

Now that Ryan Flaherty has been optioned to Triple-A Norfolk, the Orioles will make the other half of the roster move official this morning and activate second baseman Jonathan Schoop from the disabled list. Schoop finally will be reunited with double play partner J.J. Hardy. It remains to be seen how much of an immediate impact he's going to have on an offense that's again scuffling to score runs. He's back in the big leagues now, not raking against Eastern League and Carolina League...

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Orioles option Flaherty

July 04, 2015, 2:37pm

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The Orioles have optioned infielder Ryan Flaherty to Triple-A Norfolk and are expected to activate second baseman Jonathan Schoop from the disabled list for Sunday's series finale against the White Sox. Schoop joined the team in Chicago and was in the dugout for today's 3-2 loss at U.S. Cellular Field. His injury rehab assignment ended after Friday night's game at Single-A Frederick. Schoop will start at second base on Sunday against White Sox rookie left-hander Carlos Rodon. He was 9-for-34...

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Orioles notes and international signings

July 04, 2015, 8:54am

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With Bud Norris listed among the Orioles' relievers today, it's more apparent that Kevin Gausman will remain in the rotation and take his next turn Tuesday night in Minnesota. Gausman shut out the Rangers on four hits over 6 1/3 innings, with two walks and seven strikeouts, in Thursday night's 2-0 loss at Camden Yards. The Orioles want him building up innings while envisioning him breaking camp next spring in the rotation. The Orioles have been shut out in back-to-back games for the first...

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Orioles and White Sox lineups

July 04, 2015, 7:42am

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Chris Davis continues to play right field for the Orioles, who are hoping to locate their offense today in Chicago. Matt Wieters is behind the plate after serving as the designated hitter last night. Travis Snider is playing left field and Chris Parmelee is starting again at first base. Bud Norris is listed among the relievers. The Orioles have slipped into second place in the American League East, one game behind the Yankees. The Rays and Blue Jays are two games back. For the Orioles Manny...

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Tillman shoots for .500 today

July 03, 2015, 8:56pm

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The same team that won 18 of 23 games has now lost four of its last five. It's forgotten again how to score runs, going 19 consecutive innings without crossing the plate. Enjoy the ride. Just make sure to buckle up. Chris Tillman has a chance today to reach the .500 mark for the first time since being 2-2 on April. 23. He lost six consecutive decisions, but is 4-0 with a no-decision in his last five starts. Tillman has three quality starts and one horrific dud in that stretch. He allowed six...

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Taking another look at the Orioles bullpen

July 03, 2015, 2:16pm

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The Orioles won't be facing Chris Sale on Sunday in the series finale against the White Sox. Left-hander Carlos Rodon will start against Miguel Gonzalez, with Sale pushed to Monday. The Orioles bullpen continues to lead the majors in ERA since April 29, though the figure has risen to 2.27 over 182 innings. Opponents are batting .219 in that span, which ranks fourth in the majors. Overall, Orioles relievers rank third in the American League and sixth in the majors with a 2.86 ERA. Orioles...