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Ryan Flaherty returns to Orioles lineup

March 19, 2015, 5:39am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - Steve Clevenger is catching today for the Orioles while Matt Wieters remains shut down with tendinitis in his right elbow. Ryan Flaherty returns to the lineup after being hit on the batting helmet and leaving Tuesday's game. He was scratched from Wednesday's trip to Fort Myers. Manny Machado is leading off and Jimmy Paredes is starting in left field. The bullpen includes Brad Brach, Tommy Hunter, Darren O'Day, Steve Johnson, Chaz Roe, Mike Wright, Jon Keller and Jesse...

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Chris Davis on his opposite-field home runs

March 18, 2015, 5:29pm

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Chris Davis on his opposite-field home runs

SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles are back home today to play the Pirates at 1:05 p.m. at Ed Smith Stadium, where they've sold out seven of the eight games. Chris Tillman makes his third start, but only the second in a Grapefruit League game. He tossed three scoreless innings against the Puerto Rico Development Program, which didn't appear to have a player more than five feet tall. Tillman really was challenged to keep the ball down. Matt Wieters won't be catching today. He won't be serving as...

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Showalter speaks after 3-2 win over Twins (plus pictures)

March 18, 2015, 11:58am

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Showalter speaks after 3-2 win over Twins (plus pictures)

FORT MYERS, Fla. - Ubaldo Jimenez's next start falls on Monday, when the Orioles have their only off-day of the spring schedule. Manager Buck Showalter said the right-hander could pitch in a Single-A game at Twin Lakes Park. Jimenez would be spared another trip to Fort Myers for a Double-A or Triple-A game. "I think he's had enough road travel this year," Showalter said. Here's more from Showalter: On Jimenez's start today: "Better. Each outing, he's been a little better. He had a lot...

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Jimenez: "I felt good about what I did out there" (O's win 3-2)

March 18, 2015, 11:17am

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Jimenez: "I felt good about what I did out there" (O's win 3-2)

ORIOLES QUICK WRAP Score: Orioles 3, Twins 2 Recap: Ubaldo Jimenez looks a little better each time he takes the mound. He allowed two runs and five hits - the last three of the soft variety - in four-plus innings, with one walk and four strikeouts. Jonathan Schoop hit a two-run homer in the second inning and Dariel Alvarez tripled in the third and scored on Everth Cabrera's grounder. Rule 5 pick Logan Verrett replaced Jimenez and tossed two scoreless innings. Zach Britton retired the side in...

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Ubaldo Jimenez allows two runs in four-plus innings

March 18, 2015, 10:26am

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Ubaldo Jimenez allows two runs in four-plus innings

FORT MYERS, Fla. - Ubaldo Jimenez needed one more out today to become the first Orioles pitcher to go more than four innings. He faced three batters in the fifth, but he couldn't get it. Jimenez left the game after three consecutive soft hits - a bloop single to center field by Eduardo Escobar, a bloop double to left by Josmil Pinto and an RBI infield single up the middle by Eduardo Nunez. Jimenez threw 73 pitches, 47 for strikes and departed with the Orioles leading 3-2. Rule 5 pick Logan...

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Wieters has elbow tendinitis (with more from Showalter)

March 18, 2015, 8:50am

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Wieters has elbow tendinitis (with more from Showalter)

FORT MYERS, Fla. - Matt Wieters has been diagnosed with tendinitis in his right elbow and may not catch for a week after making his Grapefruit League debut behind the plate yesterday in Sarasota. The Orioles consulted with Dr. James Andrews, who performed ligament-reconstructive surgery on Wieters' elbow on June 17, and the decision was made to decrease activity. Wieters could serve as the designated hitter on Sunday. He was supposed to catch again Thursday against the Pirates in...

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More morning Orioles notes and Twins lineup

March 18, 2015, 7:08am

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FORT MYERS, Fla. - The Orioles continue to list left-hander Brian Matusz as the starter for Friday's game against the Red Sox in Fort Myers. Boston is sending Justin Masterson to the mound. Saturday's starter against the Twins in Fort Myers is listed as TBA, but it would be Miguel Gonzalez's turn. Matusz is the subject of intense trade speculation. The Orioles are willing to move him, which has been reported many times since the 2014 season ended, and scouts are getting a prolonged look at...

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Orioles lineup vs. Twins (and Webb update)

March 18, 2015, 4:11am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles play three of their next four games in Fort Myers, twice facing the Twins at Hammond Stadium. They should be able to get there with their eyes closed, which may be more than just an expression, considering the challenges of this spring's schedule. Ubaldo Jimenez is making his fourth start, all of them on the road. Anyone remember Mr. Green Jeans on "Captain Kangaroo"? Well, Jimenez is Mr. Gray Pants. Jimenez allowed six runs (five earned) in 1 1/3 innings in his...

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Add Hunter to the list of Orioles trying a new pitch

March 17, 2015, 7:01pm

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SARASOTA, Fla. - Spring training is a time for preparation, a time for players to reenter their comfort zone and get ready for a long and grueling season. But it also lends itself to experimentation. Ramon Martinez, hired by the Orioles as special assignment pitching instructor, taught left-hander Wei-Yin Chen a new grip on his changeup that more closely resembles a palm ball. Darren O'Day is trying again to master his own changeup after ditching the one he briefly tried last spring. Tommy...

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Hearing from Showalter after 10-9 loss to Twins

March 17, 2015, 1:23pm

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Hearing from Showalter after 10-9 loss to Twins

SARASOTA, Fla. - Orioles infielder Ryan Flaherty underwent a SCAT3 test, per standard procedure, after being hit on the batting helmet today by a Brian Duensing pitch in the sixth inning. Flaherty will be reevaluated in the morning. Flaherty left the complex after telling teammates that he was fine. One player said the ball hit Flaherty on the back of the helmet. Orioles manager Buck Showalter removed Flaherty from the travel roster for Wednesday's game against the Twins in Fort Myers. "I...

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Flaherty leaves game after HBP (O's lose 10-9)

March 17, 2015, 10:51am

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Flaherty leaves game after HBP (O's lose 10-9)

ORIOLES QUICK WRAP Score: Twins 10, Orioles 9 Recap: The Twins hit for the home run cycle today - solo, two-run, three-run and grand slam. Bud Norris turned in his longest outing of the spring, going four innings and allowing three runs and five hits, with one walk, one strikeout and two home runs. He permitted seven runs and eight hits over 3 2/3 innings in his first two starts. Chris Davis hit his third home run of the spring in the first inning and his second in two days. Trevor Plouffe...

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Bud Norris goes four innings, Orioles down 6-1

March 17, 2015, 10:20am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - Matt Wieters is hitless in two at-bats this afternoon, making him 0-for-22 in Grapefruit League games, and still hasn't been tested by a would-be basestealer. The Twins don't need to run. They've brought their power game to Ed Smith Stadum. Trevor Plouffe led off the top of the second with a home run off Bud Norris, making his third start this spring. Eduardo Nunez hit a two-run shot with two outs in the fourth to break a 1-1 tie, and Kennys Vargas drilled a three-run shot...

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Pregame comments from Showalter

March 17, 2015, 8:32am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - Orioles manager Buck Showalter said he doesn't anticipate any cuts today. The roster remains at 45 players. "I haven't talked to Dan (Duquette) yet," Showalter said. "Unless he has an idea he wants to do, I don't think so. I'm done for a while. That's a tough day the last two days." Reliever Ryan Webb, who was bothered by swelling in his left knee, will throw one more bullpen session "and then get back in the mix, so that'll be good," Showalter said. Jason Garcia...

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Garcia not concerned about hamstring or time missed

March 17, 2015, 5:37am

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Garcia not concerned about hamstring or time missed

SARASOTA, Fla. - Rule 5 pick Jason Garcia will throw live batting practice today before the Orioles' game against the Twins at Ed Smith Stadium. Garcia tweaked his left hamstring exactly one week ago against the Yankees and has been held out of games. "That last pitch, I kind of felt something in my hamstring," he said. "Nothing major. It's just been some ice and stim, and I think I'm getting on the mound today. I'll see how it feels. "They said it wasn't even mild enough to grade. It...

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Orioles and Twins lineups

March 17, 2015, 4:16am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - Orioles catcher Matt Wieters is behind the plate and batting fifth today for a 1:05 p.m. game against the Twins that airs on MASN HD. Wieters gets to make throws to second base. As many as he wants, or as many as the Twins dictate with their running game. Bud Norris is 0-2 with a 7.18 ERA in two starts, allowing seven runs and eight hits in 3 2/3 innings, with four walks, three strikeouts, a hit batter and a wild pitch. The bullpen includes Tommy Hunter, Darren O'Day, Tim...

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Matt Wieters behind the plate, Dariel Alvarez on the radar, Jimmy Paredes on a roll

March 16, 2015, 6:25pm

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Matt Wieters behind the plate, Dariel Alvarez on the radar, Jimmy Paredes on a roll

SARASOTA, Fla. - The day has arrived. Matt Wieters will be behind the plate for today's Grapefruit League game against the Twins at Ed Smith Stadium. The opponent won't be told to treat the stolen base like a felony. The Twins can run and Wieters can fire the ball to second. Just like the good ol' days. He can't wait for his first opportunity. Dr. James Andrews set March 17 as the target date and Wieters didn't experience any setbacks that forced a change in plans. He's been building for...

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Wrapping up a 16-4 victory

March 16, 2015, 1:19pm

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CLEARWATER, Fla. - Brad Brach pitched the ninth inning today for the Orioles and retired the Phillies in order with a strikeout. However, he wasn't credited with a save. Must be some obscure rule about 12-run leads. The Orioles erupted for 21 hits today in a 16-4 victory over the Phillies. Let's see if they left anything in the tank for Tuesday's game against the Twins in Sarasota. Did Showalter enjoy watching the offensive fireworks? You figure it out. "You bet your sweet (butt)," he...

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Orioles cut three more players from camp roster

March 16, 2015, 12:38pm

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CLEARWATER, Fla. - The Orioles reduced their spring training roster to 45 players today by optioning pitcher Dylan Bundy to Double-A Bowie and first baseman Christian Walker to Triple-A Norfolk and reassigning pitcher Hunter Harvey to minor league camp. The announcement was made following the Orioles' 16-4 thrashing of the Phillies at Bright House Field. Bundy allowed a run and two hits in 1 1/3 innings, with two walks, a strikeout and a hit batter. He didn't look comfortable on the mound for...

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Game update and more from Showalter (O's win 16-4)

March 16, 2015, 11:12am

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Game update and more from Showalter (O's win 16-4)

ORIOLES QUICK WRAP Score: Orioles 16, Phillies 4 Recap: The bats came out of the deep freeze today, recording 21 hits. Chris Davis hit a three-run homer off Cole Hamels in the top of the first inning to give the Orioles a quick lead. Everth Cabrera walked and Steve Pearce singled before Davis came to the plate. Jimmy Paredes and Davis had RBI doubles in the second. Jayson Nix had an RBI single off Mike Nesseth in the third and Paredes belted a three-run homer. Nolan Reimold hit a two-run homer...

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No shortage of runs for the Orioles today (updated)

March 16, 2015, 10:07am

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CLEARWATER, Fla. - It may be tougher for the Phillies to trade Cole Hamels after today's start against the Orioles, who brought the big bats to Bright House Field and built a 9-0 lead after three innings. The Orioles totaled five runs and six hits off Hamels in two innings. Chris Davis hit a three-run homer in the first and added a run-scoring double in the second. Jimmy Paredes also doubled to score Jayson Nix, who ... wait for it ... doubled. Nix, who was 3-for-16 before today, had an RBI...