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Mike Wright may have strained calf muscle

July 31, 2015, 7:23pm

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Mike Wright may have strained calf muscle

Rookie pitcher Mike Wright may have strained his left calf muscle tonight. He's expected to undergo an MRI on Saturday to determine the severity of his injury, and the Orioles may be forced to call up another reliever. Wright limped off the field in the top of the fifth inning of the Orioles' 8-7 victory over the Tigers before 36,985 at Camden Yards. The club announced that he was bothered by a cramp, but it may be more serious. "Initially, we thought it was a cramp," said manager Buck...

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Mike Wright leaves game with injury (O's win 8-7)

July 31, 2015, 4:46pm

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Mike Wright leaves game with injury (O's win 8-7)

Orioles pitcher Mike Wright left tonight's game with an injury with one out in the fifth inning and a runner on first base. The Orioles are losing 6-1 and digging into their bullpen. Wright replaced starter Wei-Yin Chen with one out in the fourth. He retired Ian Kinsler on a ground ball to open the fifth and Victor Martinez followed with a single. Wright didn't throw another pitch. Manager Buck Showalter, pitching coach Dave Wallace and head athletic trainer Richie Bancells walked to the...

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Chen exits in fourth inning, Showalter on today's trades

July 31, 2015, 4:18pm

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Chen exits in fourth inning, Showalter on today's trades

Wei-Yin Chen is done after 3 1/3 innings tonight, allowing a run in the first, another in the second, a two-run shot from J.D. Martinez in the third and back-to-back homers by James McCann and Jefry Marte in the fourth to fall behind the Tigers 6-0 at Camden Yards. Chen hadn't allowed more than three runs in a start since May 20 vs. the Mariners, when he surrendered a season-high four. The three home runs also are a season high. The 3 1/3 innings tied his career low. Mike Wright replaced Chen...

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Hearing from Dan Duquette, Tommy Hunter and Chris Tillman

July 31, 2015, 2:54pm

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Hearing from Dan Duquette, Tommy Hunter and Chris Tillman

I'm still buried in pregame quotes and I'm trying to dig my way out. Let me present you with a sampler platter. More is on the way. Dan Duquette on today's trades: "We were able to make a couple of trades to help our team and try to get ready to get back to the playoffs. We're real happy and excited that we were able to pick up (Gerardo) Parra. He's one of the top hitters in the National League this year and he fits the profile of an everyday position player for us. Two-time Gold Glover,...

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Tommy Hunter on being traded (Parmelee DFA'd)

July 31, 2015, 1:43pm

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Tommy Hunter on being traded (Parmelee DFA'd)

The Orioles confirmed that they designated Chris Parmelee for assignment and stated that Gerardo Parra has reported to the club. Parmelee batted .216/.255/.433 with seven doubles, one triple, four home runs and nine RBIs in 32 games. He got off to a sizzling start after the Orioles purchased his contract, but he was 7-for-50 with three RBIs and 13 strikeouts this month. Here's Tommy Hunter: On his reaction: "It's sort of surprising, I guess, but if your name's been in it all day, it's not...

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Updates on Gerardo Parra and Tommy Hunter

July 31, 2015, 1:06pm

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Updates on Gerardo Parra and Tommy Hunter

Outfielder Gerardo Parra is flying into Washington D.C. and driving to Baltimore, and he's expected to arrive at Camden Yards around first pitch at 7:05 p.m. It depends on the traffic. His flight is due to arrive at 6 p.m. Parra will be eligible to play tonight, and the Orioles must make a corresponding roster move. Travis Snider, another left-handed hitting outfielder, is expected to be impacted. Tommy Hunter said he's heading home to hug his wife and spend the evening with her. He won't...

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Orioles trade Tommy Hunter to Cubs

July 31, 2015, 12:38pm

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With minutes to go before the 4 p.m. non-waiver trade deadline, Tommy Hunter found out he was headed to the north side of Chicago. The Orioles have reached an agreement with the Cubs, sending the right-hander to Chicago and bringing outfielder Junior Lake, 25, to the Orioles organization. He'll report to Triple-A Norfolk. Hunter, along with Chris Davis, came to the Orioles in 2011 in a trade for reliever Koji Uehara. On the season, Hunter is 2-2 with a 3.63 ERA over 39 games. Right-hander Mike...

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Orioles lineup vs. Tigers (and notes)

July 31, 2015, 11:40am

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New outfielder Gerardo Parra is listed among the reserves for tonight's game against the Tigers. The Orioles are showing 26 players on their lineup board. A corresponding move will need to be made. Parra, who's been assigned No. 18, still hasn't arrived at Camden Yards. Manny Machado is leading off. David Lough is in left field and Ryan Flaherty is at first base. Center fielder Adam Jones is batting .328/.361/.586 (19-for-58) in his last 14 games. Chris Davis has hit 83 home runs at Camden...

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Orioles recall Mychal Givens

July 31, 2015, 10:58am

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With the Orioles short a man in the bullpen today, they made another roster move by recalling right-hander Mychal Givens from Double-A Bowie. Givens takes the spot vacated by Bud Norris, who was designated for assignment. Givens, 25, went 4-2 with a 1.79 ERA and 14 saves in 34 games with the Baysox this season. He led the Eastern League with a 12.52 strikeout per nine innings ratio, posted the third-fewest baserunners per nine innings ratio (9.27) and was tied for the third-lowest batting...

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Bud Norris: "I was looking way too much into distractions this year"

July 31, 2015, 9:35am

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Bud Norris: "I was looking way too much into distractions this year"

Bud Norris, designated for assignment by the Orioles this afternoon, said he knew that his days with the club were numbered and most likely would end at the non-waiver deadline. Not that it was any easier for him upon receiving confirmation. "Part of me said it was probably coming and the other part was hoping not," Norris said today in a phone interview. "I was looking way too much into distractions this year, and they were eating at me," said Norris, a pending free agent. "It's probably...

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Orioles designate Bud Norris for assignment (trade official)

July 31, 2015, 8:52am

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The Orioles have designated pitcher Bud Norris for assignment to create room for outfielder Gerardo Parra on the 25-man roster. The trade is official. Parra comes to Baltimore for Triple-A pitcher Zach Davies. The medicals checked out. Norris allowed four runs and six hits in 2 2/3 innings last night to conclude a brutal 2015 season with the Orioles. He lost his spot in the rotation and didn't get on track as a reliever, finishing with a 2-9 record, 7.06 ERA and 1.643 WHIP in 18 games,...

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Orioles to acquire Gerardo Parra for Zach Davies

July 31, 2015, 6:56am

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The Orioles have reached an agreement on a trade that would send Triple-A Norfolk right-hander Zach Davies to the Brewers for outfielder Gerardo Parra, according to an industry source. The deal won't be official until medical records are reviewed. As if anyone needs that reminder this week. As of last night, it was believed that Milwaukee wanted at least two prospects for Parra, a pending free agent, but the demands were lowered as the 4 p.m. non-waiver deadline approached. Parra, 28, extended...

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Orioles have move to make and game to play (updated)

July 30, 2015, 8:37pm

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The 4 p.m. non-waiver trade deadline is within view and the Orioles, as far as we know, didn't make any moves while you were sleeping. But at least one is coming, according to people inside and outside the organization. A rumor surfaced last night that they acquired Brewers outfielder Gerardo Parra in exchange for Triple-A pitcher Zach Davies. Parra was in Milwaukee's lineup. The deal wasn't close to being done, but talks are hot. As I wrote, Davies alone probably won't get you Parra, but...

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Showalter speaks after 9-8 loss

July 30, 2015, 7:25pm

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The Orioles battled back from 7-0 and 9-2 deficits tonight to bring the potential winning run to the plate in the bottom of the ninth. However, their rally and a five-game winning streak came to an end. J.J. Hardy grounded into a force at second base following Matt Wieters' two-out single, and the Tigers held on for a 9-8 win before 30,136 at Camden Yards. The Tigers' bullpen is a dumpster fire, but their offense was scorching against starter Miguel Gonzalez and reliever Bud Norris. Gonzalez...

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Orioles in talks for outfielders Parra and Revere (O's lose 9-8)

July 30, 2015, 5:22pm

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With less than 24 hours remaining before the non-waiver trade deadline, the Orioles are in serious discussions with the Brewers regarding outfielder Gerardo Parra and the Phillies regarding outfielder Ben Revere, according to industry sources. Parra, 28, extended his hitting streak to a career-high 14 games earlier tonight. He was batting .326/.367/.517 with 24 doubles, five triples, nine home runs and 31 RBIs in 99 games. Parra, a two-time Gold Glove winner with the Diamondbacks and a career...

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Two minor leaguers suspended, more on trade deadline (O's down 7-2)

July 30, 2015, 2:29pm

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Two minor leaguers suspended, more on trade deadline (O's down 7-2)

Single-A Delmarva shortstop Jared Breen and right-hander Nick Cunningham have been suspended 80 games after testing positive for Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide 2, a performance-enhancing substance in violation of the Minor League Drug Prevention and Treatment Program. The suspensions are effective immediately. Breen, a 24th-round pick in 2013 out of Belmont University, was batting .242/.349/.328 with 10 doubles, two triples, one home run and 22 RBIs in 62 games. Cunningham, a 20th-round pick...

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Tillman receiving treatment on ankle (and other notes)

July 30, 2015, 1:10pm

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Tillman receiving treatment on ankle (and other notes)

Orioles pitcher Chris Tillman is receiving treatment on his right ankle today after rolling it last night while covering first base in the ninth inning. Tillman took a throw from second baseman Jonathan Schoop after Nick Markakis' grounder deflected off first baseman Chris Parmelee. Cameron Maybin followed with a double, and Tillman was removed one out shy of a complete-game shutout. Britton earned his 26th save in a 2-0 victory over the Braves. Tillman had some swelling in the ankle today and...

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Orioles lineup vs. Tigers

July 30, 2015, 10:58am

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Nolan Reimold is batting second and playing left field tonight as the Orioles try to match their longest winning streak of the season at six games. Jimmy Paredes moves down to fifth in the lineup against Tigers right-hander and former Oriole Alfredo Simon. Chris Parmelee is playing first base, with Chris Davis again in right field. Shortstop J.J. Hardy is batting .310 (13-for-42) with two doubles, two home runs and seven RBIs during a 12-game hitting streak. The Orioles are 16-19 in the first...

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Tonight's game and more trade deadline talk

July 29, 2015, 8:46pm

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Tonight's game and more trade deadline talk

Heading into opening day, which Orioles starter was your choice to be the first 10-game winner of the season? I'm trusting you to be honest. Miguel Gonzalez is 9-6 going into tonight's start against the Tigers that begins a four-game series at Camden Yards. They're not his ideal opponent, considering how he's 1-2 with a 7.36 ERA in five career games (four starts) against them. Gonzalez allowed two runs and six hits in five innings in a 9-3 win on July 19 at Comerica Park. The current Tigers...

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Buck Showalter on Chris Tillman and a 2-0 win

July 29, 2015, 6:43pm

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Buck Showalter on Chris Tillman and a 2-0 win

As the Orioles were being swept in New York last week, manager Buck Showalter reminded anyone who would listen that the sky wasn't falling. "It sounded like the right thing to say at the time," he said tonight. "Maybe it was." The Orioles have strung together five consecutive wins, finishing off their sweep of the Braves tonight with a 2-0 victory before 29,320 at Camden Yards. They're two games above .500 for the first time since July 10 and only one game behind the Twins for the second...