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Lough batting second for Orioles

August 16, 2014, 11:41am

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Orioles manager Buck Showalter has placed David Lough in the second slot in the lineup for tonight's game against the Indians at Progressive Field. Lough is making his fourth start this season as the No. 2 hitter. Chris Davis, who went 0-for-5 with four strikeouts last night, was lowered from second to fifth. The Orioles need to win the next two games to extend their series win streak to nine, tying the club record. They also won nine straight from July 31 to Aug. 27, 1968 and Sept. 18,...

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About last night and tonight ...

August 15, 2014, 8:26pm

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I'm going to start this blog entry by saying that Orioles manager Buck Showalter is aware of left-hander Brian Matusz's splits. I feel the need to point this out to anyone questioning why Showalter allowed Matusz to face Mike Aviles last night. It's the bottom of the 11th. Showalter would rather not play match-ups and risk running out of relievers. And while right-handers were batting .306 against Matusz this season, he wasn't charged with a run in July while holding opponents to a .133...

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Orioles vs. AL Central, and other notes (O's lose 2-1 in 11th)

August 15, 2014, 1:10pm

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Despite being 19 games above .500, the Orioles are only 9-14 (.391) against the American League Central this season. In their other 96 games, they've gone 60-36 (.625) and are playing at a 101-win full-season pace. The Orioles have won eight consecutive series openers dating back to July 21 in Anaheim. They're 25-15 in series openers this season, going 13-7 at home and 12-8 on the road. The Orioles trail the Indians in the all-time series 394-430, going 213-204 in Baltimore and 181-226 in...

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Hardy returns to lineup

August 15, 2014, 11:44am

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J.J. Hardy, who hasn't played since being scratched from Sunday's lineup with a sprained left thumb, is batting sixth tonight as the Orioles shortstop for the series opener in Cleveland. Ryan Flaherty is starting at third base. Chris Davis continues to bat second. The Orioles are a season-high 19 games above .500, their highest margin since ending the 2012 season with a 93-69 record. The Orioles lead the American League East by 7 1/2 games, their largest margin since Sept. 13,...

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Bundy: "If I'm done for the year, I'm happy"

August 15, 2014, 9:08am

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Bundy: "If I'm done for the year, I'm happy"

Dylan Bundy, placed on Single-A Frederick's disabled list yesterday with a strained right latissimus dorsi, said his injury occurred Sunday as he ran in the outfield following a routine throwing session. Bundy underwent an MRI yesterday in Baltimore that revealed the strain, which may end his minor league season. "It's definitely a weird injury," Bundy said today during a phone interview. "I had just thrown some long toss and my flat ground and was going to do some condition drills. I...

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A few thoughts on Bundy and tonight's game

August 14, 2014, 7:13pm

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A few thoughts on Bundy and tonight's game

Did everyone enjoy the off day? Major League Baseball has a new commissioner. Dylan Bundy has a new lat injury. That pretty much covers the news. Rob Manfred - the commissioner, not the technical name for Bundy's injury - shouldn't be confused with WBAL Radio's Fred Manfra. Two different guys. As for Bundy, his season at Single-A Frederick was winding down and I doubt that the Orioles were going to recall him next month, so being shut down isn't a crushing blow. His right elbow is sound....

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Quick note and a question

August 14, 2014, 12:18pm

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Left-hander Joe Saunders tossed two scoreless innings today for Triple-A Norfolk, walking one Buffalo batter and striking out one. The Saunders relief experiment seems to be working so far. He's permitted one earned run over 5 1/3 innings since the Orioles signed him to a minor league contract. It hasn't been a totally clean experiment, with Saunders allowing five hits and walking two, but the Orioles understand that it's a transition for him. Saunders has never pitched in relief during...

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Orioles remain resilient

August 13, 2014, 8:41pm

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The Orioles received good news on third baseman Manny Machado, who's been diagnosed with a sprained ligament in his right knee with no structural damage, but they continue to check the market for available infielders. Moving beyond the non-waiver trade deadline hasn't made a difference. A player can be traded if he passes through waivers and many deals are consummated before September. The Orioles nearly had a deal done with the Indians for Asdrubal Cabrera, but he went to the Nationals just...

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Showalter on Jones and a 5-3 win

August 13, 2014, 6:49pm

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Adam Jones reached first base, raised his fist in the air and bounced around the bases, skipping sideways across the plate and slapping a layer of skin off the hands of his teammates as he approached the dugout. He shouted toward the field while tugging at his batting gloves. The needle on his emotion meter was bouncing in the red. I don't recall seeing Jones quite so fired up, though manager Buck Showalter said it's happened in the past. Jones' three-run homer broke a 2-2 tie in the...

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Another quality start for Tillman (Jones HR gives O's 5-3 win)

August 13, 2014, 5:13pm

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Another quality start for Tillman (Jones HR gives O's 5-3 win)

Chris Tillman left tonight's game after seven innings with his seventh quality start in his last eight outings. What's missing tonight is a lead. Tillman served up a two-run homer to Yankees No. 9 hitter Francisco Cervelli in the second inning, and the Orioles continue to trail the Yankees 2-1 in the eighth. Darren O'Day has replaced Tillman, who threw 100 pitches. Tillman allowed two runs and five hits in seven innings, with no walks and three strikeouts. He retired the last 10 batters...

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Tillman and Pineda perfect so far (O's down 2-1)

August 13, 2014, 3:37pm

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Tillman and Pineda perfect so far (O's down 2-1)

Chris Tillman has retired the first six Yankees tonight, striking out Chase Headley to end the top of the second inning. Tillman has thrown 30 pitches, 20 for strikes. Yankees starter Michael Pineda is pitching for the first time in the majors since April 23, when he was ejected from a game at Fenway Park for using pine tar on the ball. And his cap. And his neck. And his pregame meal. Helps with tartar control. A New York reporter asked Showalter whether he'd be checking Pineda for a...

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Showalter on Machado, Hardy, Davis, roster move and more

August 13, 2014, 2:30pm

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Showalter on Machado, Hardy, Davis, roster move and more

Kevin Gausman is headed to Norfolk today. Relax. He's just gathering some of his belongings before the trip back to Baltimore in the morning. "Gausman just got all his work done," said manager Buck Showalter. "He's driving to Norfolk to pick up a lot of stuff that he had there. Moving out of his apartment. I don't want him driving after the game tonight. He was going to drive after the game and I don't like that. I wanted him to get out and beat the traffic. He'll come back tomorrow...

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Machado: "I'm just glad it's not as bad as we thought"

August 13, 2014, 1:45pm

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Machado: "I'm just glad it's not as bad as we thought"

Orioles third baseman Manny Machado walked past manager Buck Showalter's office earlier today with crutches under his arm. He was carrying them. Machado didn't need any assistance walking into the auxiliary clubhouse this afternoon to meet with reporters and provide an update on his knee injury. He's encouraged and relieved that it's only a sprain, though he has no idea whether he will return on Aug. 27. "Honestly, I felt pretty good today," he said. "The last couple days getting...

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Quick Hardy and Machado updates

August 13, 2014, 12:51pm

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Shortstop J.J. Hardy has avoided the disabled list and expects to play this weekend in Cleveland. Hardy is sidelined with a sprained left thumb. "Came in yesterday and a big improvement," he said. "Went and got an MRI and it was clean. Came in today, had a bigger improvement and real positive about the way it feels. "Will do a little bit more treatment tomorrow. Play it by ear if we're going to do any baseball activity tomorrow, but I'd like to and my goal is to be on the field in the...

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Machado to DL, Phelps to majors

August 13, 2014, 11:15am

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The Orioles made the roster move official this afternoon. They placed third baseman Manny Machado on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to yesterday and selected the contract of infielder Cord Phelps from Triple-A Norfolk. Catcher Matt Wieters has been transferred to the 60-day DL to make room for Phelps on the 40-man roster. Machado has been diagnosed with a sprained ligament in his right knee, an injury sustained during Monday night's game against the Yankees. He underwent an MRI...

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Davis batting second and playing third

August 13, 2014, 11:01am

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Chris Davis is starting at third base tonight with Manny Machado out of the lineup and likely headed to the disabled list. Davis is batting second for the Orioles. He's never started in that spot in his major league career, but he's 2-for-5 with a home run after being inserted in it. The home run came Monday night after Machado injured his right knee. Steve Pearce is playing first base, Jonathan Schoop is at second and Ryan Flaherty is at shortstop. J.J. Hardy is on the bench nursing a...

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The pending roster move, Chen, Tillman and more

August 12, 2014, 6:57pm

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The pending roster move, Chen, Tillman and more

The Orioles will provide more information today on Manny Machado's MRI results and the condition of his right knee. They're expected to place their third baseman on the 15-day disabled list after he was diagnosed with a sprained ligament. Triple-A Norfolk infielder Cord Phelps is in Baltimore and waiting to have his contract purchased. The Orioles signed him off waivers from the Indians on Nov. 25. The Orioles can't go into tonight's game without Machado and shortstop J.J. Hardy, whose...

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Machado diagnosed with sprained ligament in knee (updated)

August 12, 2014, 2:44pm

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Machado diagnosed with sprained ligament in knee (updated)

The Orioles announced that third baseman Manny Machado has been diagnosed with a right knee ligament sprain. An update on Machado's condition, including how long he could be sidelined, will be provided on Wednesday. Executive vice president Dan Duquette said putting Machado on the 15-day disabled list is "under consideration right now." "We need to get more information on it," Duquette said. "Manny was feeling good later last night, so we'll see. There will be some work he has to do...

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Updating Orioles pitching (and makeup game)

August 12, 2014, 1:37pm

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No updates on Manny Machado and J.J. Hardy. I'm not keeping any secrets. You have my word. It's become obvious that the Orioles will make up tonight's postponed game next month. The club announced its upcoming starters and didn't list anyone for Thursday, which remains an open date on the schedule. Chris Tillman will start Wednesday night's series finale against the Yankees at Camden Yards. Left-hander Wei-Yin Chen is being pushed back to Friday night against the Indians at...

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More from Showalter

August 12, 2014, 12:13pm

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The Orioles have rooms reserved in Cleveland and Chicago for third baseman Manny Machado and shortstop J.J. Hardy, with the hope that both players will avoid the disabled list and be available to play. Fingers remain crossed. Machado (right knee) and Hardy (left thumb) underwent MRIs today and team physician Dr. Michael Jacobs will read the results at Camden Yards. Showalter noted again that Machado was optimistic last night after leaving the game in the third inning and needing assistance...