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Adam Jones out of Orioles lineup (with Nats lineup)

September 22, 2015, 11:30am

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WASHINGTON - Center fielder Adam Jones remains out of the Orioles lineup tonight with back spasms. Junior Lake replaces him. Nolan Reimold is leading off and playing left field. Steve Pearce is playing right field and serving as the cleanup hitter. The Orioles' game notes include this gem from the PR department: On this date in 1994, the "cotton uniforms" episode of Seinfeld first aired featuring manager Buck Showalter. Episode one of the sixth season (the 87th overall) is titled "The...

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Sad news on former Oriole Walter Young

September 22, 2015, 8:59am

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Former Orioles first baseman Walter Young, once rated among the organization's top prospects, passed away on Saturday from an apparent heart attack. He was 35. A team official confirmed Young's death earlier today. According to this article, Young was working as a resource officer for the Lamar County School District in Mississippi. The Pirates drafted Young in the 31st round in 1999 out of Purvis (Miss.) High School before the Orioles selected him off waivers four years later. Young made his...

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Tyler Wilson talks about his next opportunity

September 21, 2015, 7:41pm

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Tyler Wilson talks about his next opportunity

What could be better than losing the season's final off-day on Thursday and making the horrible drive to D.C. four times instead of three? What could possibly top spending all day and a large chunk of the night at Nationals Park without actually covering a game? The baseball gods have a wicked sense of humor. The Orioles will be eliminated from the division race with a loss tonight or a Blue Jays win over the Yankees. You may have stopped checking a while ago. The Rays dropped into last place...

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Orioles-Nationals game postponed due to rain (updated)

September 21, 2015, 4:26pm

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WASHINGTON - The Orioles' game against the Nationals tonight in D.C. has been postponed due to rain. The game will be made up Thursday at 4:05 p.m., eliminating the off-day for both clubs. The alternative was a doubleheader Tuesday or Wednesday. No word yet on how the rainout impacts the Orioles' rotation, but the starters are expected to be kept in order. Ubaldo Jimenez would start on Tuesday, followed by Chris Tillman on Wednesday and rookie Tyler Wilson on Thursday. This is the second...

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More Orioles notes while waiting out a rain delay (game postponed)

September 21, 2015, 2:38pm

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WASHINGTON -The start of tonight's game at Nationals Park will be delayed by rain. Orioles manager Buck Showalter would have played Adam Jones tonight if not for the back spasms that basically took the decision out of his hands. "He's not available to start," Showalter said before tonight's game against the Nationals. "We'll see what the rest of the game brings. Just a little wear and tear from four days on the turf and a long season of playing center field every day. Hopefully, it will...

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Adam Jones bothered by back spasms, Tyler Wilson starting Wednesday

September 21, 2015, 2:05pm

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Adam Jones bothered by back spasms, Tyler Wilson starting Wednesday

WASHINGTON - Rain continues to fall at Nationals Park. People here sound confident that the game will be played. No word on contingency plans if there's a postponement. Manager Buck Showalter said Adam Jones is out of the lineup due to back spasms. Jones wasn't available to start tonight, but might be able to play later if needed. "We'll see what the rest of the game brings," Showalter said. Showalter said Jones would have played if able. Jones received treatment on his back earlier...

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Updates on Adam Jones and Miguel Gonzalez

September 21, 2015, 1:07pm

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Updates on Adam Jones and Miguel Gonzalez

WASHINGTON - Center fielder Adam Jones said he's just receiving a normal day off in the series opener against the Nationals and he wonders why it's a story.Jones usually has to be dragged out of the lineup, which makes his absence seem like a bigger deal."Just played four days on the turf, man. Got to let my body relax a little bit and heal a little bit," said Jones, who's replaced tonight by Junior Lake. Jones said there isn't one specific ailment that's bothering him."Nah, just...

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Orioles and Nationals lineups

September 21, 2015, 11:36am

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WASHINGTON - Adam Jones is out of the lineup, but says it's just a day off. Junior Lake will get the start in center field and bat eighth. Lake is 3-for-19 (.158) in six games with Baltimore this season. The Orioles lead the all-time series against the Nationals, 36-32, with a 23-14 record at home and 13-18 on the road. Ubaldo Jimenez is trying again to become the 11th Dominican-born pitcher to earn 100 career wins. For the OriolesNolan Reimold LFManny Machado 3BChris Davis 1BSteve Pearce...

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More on yesterday's loss and tonight's game

September 20, 2015, 7:13pm

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More on yesterday's loss and tonight's game

We need to get the math out of the way. There's really no avoiding it. We can't cut class and sneak into human physiology. There will be time later to dissect the 2015 season. The Orioles are down to their last 13 games. They trail the Astros by 5 1/2 for the second wild card. Three teams are ahead of them - the Angels, Twins and Indians. "I have to be optimistic or what's the reason for me coming here and playing?" said center fielder Adam Jones following yesterday's crushing 7-6 loss to...

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Wrapping up 7-6 loss

September 20, 2015, 1:01pm

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Orioles had to settle for a split of their four-game series with the Rays today, losing 7-6 on Kevin Kiermaier's first walk-off hit, an infield single off closer Zach Britton with the bases loaded and two outs in the bottom of the ninth. This team isn't in a position to settle. The Orioles were 61-1 when leading after the eighth inning. The Rays tied the game when pinch-hitter Brandon Guyer homered on the first pitch thrown by Britton, and they eventually won it, as...

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Game update and more notes (O's lose 7-6)

September 20, 2015, 9:35am

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Game update and more notes (O's lose 7-6)

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Orioles weren't able to jump on the Rays again in the first inning this afternoon, putting two runners on base before stranding them. Instead of taking another 1-0 lead, they're down by a run. Manny Machado reached on an infield hit with one out against Rays starter Jake Odorizzi, and Chris Davis drew his team-leading 74th walk. But Adam Jones struck out and Steve Clevenger flied to the edge of the left field warning track to end the threat. On the plus side, the...

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Showalter on the rotation, Hardy and Bowie's title

September 20, 2015, 8:53am

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Showalter on the rotation, Hardy and Bowie's title

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Orioles continue to list Ubaldo Jimenez and Chris Tillman as the first two starters for the D.C. series, and TBD on Wednesday. Tyler Wilson's turn falls on Wednesday after he allowed six runs in 4 1/3 innings against the Rays in the second game of the series. "Wally (Dave Wallace) wants to wait on a couple of things," said manager Buck Showalter. "I think we'll be able to announce that after today. He wants to see a work day, a couple of other things. With the...

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Orioles and Rays lineups

September 20, 2015, 7:28am

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Paul Janish is started at shortstop today as the Orioles try to win their fourth consecutive series. Manager Buck Showalter said J.J. Hardy is fine physically. He just wanted to give Hardy a day off after playing three straight games on the artificial surface. Gerardo Parra is leading off today and Steve Pearce is in left field. On this date in 1958, Hoyt Wilhelm pitched the first no-hitter in Orioles history by defeating the Yankees 1-0 at Memorial Stadium. Gus...

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Adam Jones' game-winning RBIs, Jonathan Schoop's streak and today's game

September 19, 2015, 8:51pm

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Adam Jones' game-winning RBIs, Jonathan Schoop's streak and today's game

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Is Adam Jones clutch? I've heard fans argue that he doesn't get hits in important situations. Well, his game-winning RBI last night was his second in this series against the Rays and his 14th this season according to STATS, which is tied for third in the American League. The only players with more game-winning RBIs before last night were the Blue Jays' Josh Donaldson (19) and the Rangers' Mitch Moreland (15). Jones has totaled 15 RBIs in his last 13 games. Jonathan...

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Wrapping up a 2-1 win

September 19, 2015, 5:58pm

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - A day after surrendering eight runs, failing to execute pitches and turn a double play, and losing a game that further jeopardized their season, the Orioles defeated the Rays 2-1 while getting a quality start and key outs from their bullpen and playing flawlessly in the field. They pitched well, they fielded well, they got a timely hit from Adam Jones in the sixth inning to break a tie and they put away the Rays in 2 hours, 29 minutes. They were crisp. "That's like a...

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Showalter on Hardy: "Everybody's been pulling for him" (O's win 2-1)

September 19, 2015, 2:30pm

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Showalter on Hardy: "Everybody's been pulling for him" (O's win 2-1)

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Orioles didn't waste much time today going after Rays starter Erasmo Ramirez in the top of the first inning. The Rays didn't waste much time responding with their own run. No shutouts today at Tropicana Field. Leadoff hitter Gerardo Parra flied to left field on Ramirez's second pitch, a 90 mph fastball. Manny Machado bunted for a hit on the second pitch, a 91 mph fastball. Chris Davis followed with a double on the first pitch thrown, a 90 mph fastball, and Machado...

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Hunter Harvey shut down with elbow discomfort

September 19, 2015, 12:57pm

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Hunter Harvey shut down with elbow discomfort

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Orioles pitching prospect Hunter Harvey is experiencing discomfort in his right elbow and the club is arranging an examination with Dr. James Andrews, a development that could lead to surgery. Harvey hasn't pitched this season due to a slight fracture in his shin and a strained right flexor mass. He was cleared to throw in the fall instructional league in Sarasota, but the elbow pain has caused the Orioles to shut him down. Andrews is out of the country, which is...

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J.J. Hardy on last night's home run and his decline in power

September 19, 2015, 11:47am

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J.J. Hardy on last night's home run and his decline in power

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - J.J. Hardy walked to his locker today at Tropicana Field, noticed a small group of reporters following him and joked that collecting one hit last night wasn't worth an interview. Well, it was a home run, his first since July 29, and it accounted for three runs. And it's a slow news day, so ... Hardy, who remains in the lineup tonight against the Rays, was batting .192/.224/.269 with two home runs and 10 RBIs in 43 games since the All-Star break before connecting off...

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Orioles and Rays lineups

September 19, 2015, 10:44am

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Gerardo Parra is leading off and playing right field today for the Orioles. Steve Pearce is in left field and Steve Clevenger is serving as the designated hitter. Jonathan Schoop is batting .333 (15-for-45) with three home runs and five RBIs during his 11-game hitting streak. Mikie Mahtook is out of the Rays lineup against left-hander Wei-Yin Chen after recording five hits last night. For the Orioles Gerardo Parra RF Manny Machado 3B Chris Davis 1B Adam Jones CF Steve...

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Inexperience in the rotation, Mychal Givens and tonight's game

September 18, 2015, 7:25pm

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Inexperience in the rotation, Mychal Givens and tonight's game

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - If the Orioles are going to make that magical run and qualify as the second wild card - they remain 4 1/2 games behind the Astros - they'll do so with an inexperienced starter in the rotation or a healthy Miguel Gonzalez trying to salvage his season. Maybe both. It's not an ideal setup by any stretch of the imagination. I'm not slamming Mike Wright or Tyler Wilson, two promising young hurlers who will vie for jobs in the rotation or bullpen next spring. They've got...