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Rutschman makes catching debut in GCL

July 22, 2019, 8:35am

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PHOENIX - The hype over Adley Rutschman isn't going to subside or slow as long as he continues down this path. And that's fine with the Orioles, who are enjoying every step of it. Rutschman made his catching debut today in the Rookie-level Gulf Coast League after serving as the designated hitter on Saturday in his first game. He went 1-for-4 with a stolen base and two runs scored in the GCL Orioles' 9-1 victory over the GCL Braves. The Braves didn't attempt a stolen base against him. The...

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What's next for center field after Broxton's removal?

July 21, 2019, 2:27pm

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What's next for center field after Broxton's removal?

PHOENIX - The Orioles have two openings on their 40-man roster after yesterday's decision to designate outfielder Keon Broxton for assignment. The decision actually came on Saturday at the latest, and it was announced yesterday. But I digress ... In past years it was an indication that they intended to fill those spots via non-waiver deadline trades. Create room and strike some deals. Former executive Dan Duquette would take someone off the 40-man and you'd wait for the corresponding...

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Wojciechowski takes a no-hitter into seventh in 5-0 win (updated)

July 21, 2019, 11:50am

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Wojciechowski takes a no-hitter into seventh in 5-0 win (updated)

The pleasantries were held during batting practice two days ago. Andrew Cashner with football in sweaty hand standing behind the cage as former Orioles teammates gathered around him. Today was about beating a friend. Not man-hugging him. Today was about Asher Wojciechowski stating his case a lot louder to stay in a rotation that Cashner has vacated. Announcing it from the top of the warehouse, the heat be damned. Trey Mancini homered twice off Cashner within the first three innings and...

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Wilkerson dealing one-liners after allowing one run in relief (O's up 4-0)

July 21, 2019, 8:51am

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Wilkerson dealing one-liners after allowing one run in relief (O's up 4-0)

As Orioles manager Brandon Hyde sifts through his bullpen options, steady roster activity changing names, he can remain confident that Stevie Wilkerson will take the ball anytime. Wilkerson doesn't need much warning. Just a teammate's glove. Wilkerson has joked that he owns 10 of them based on his super-utility status, but he's used a loaner in his two relief outings this month that represent the first of his career. Burned for a season-high 17 runs last night, the Orioles would like to keep...

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Hyde on Broxton, center field, bench and more

July 21, 2019, 8:03am

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Hyde on Broxton, center field, bench and more

The removal of Keon Broxton from the roster this morning has left center field available to Anthony Santander and Stevie Wilkerson. A corner outfielder and an infielder are going to share the position. Santander is making his fifth start today and Wilkerson has made 32. They're newbies learning on the fly ball. "Both guys have done a nice job out there when they've had the opportunity and continue to play out there," said manager Brandon Hyde. The Orioles cut ties with Broxton after he...

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Orioles DFA Broxton and recall Kline (with lineups)

July 21, 2019, 6:15am

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The Orioles have brought in a fresh bullpen arm today by recalling right-hander Branden Kline from Triple-A Norfolk and are going with a short bench by designating outfielder Keon Broxton for assignment. Broxton homered Friday night for the first time since June 4, but he's slashing .204/.261/.350 (21-for-103) with three doubles, four home runs, nine RBIs and 49 strikeouts in 112 plate appearances over 37 games. The Orioles acquired him from the Mets on May 22 for international signing bonus...

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Scott and Yacabonis with opposite outings last night

July 20, 2019, 7:47pm

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Scott and Yacabonis with opposite outings last night

Tanner Scott stood at his locker late last night and wondered why anyone would want to talk to him before he headed home. He didn't feel like he had much impact on a game that the Orioles lost 17-6. Scott earned praise and the extra attention for stopping the bleeding with his three scoreless innings - a career high - and only one hit allowed after the Orioles recalled him from Triple-A Norfolk earlier in the day. "Just taking it one pitch at a time, just trying to do what we needed to do and...

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Orioles can't live up to last night's standard in 17-6 loss (updated)

July 20, 2019, 6:36pm

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The Orioles played one of their most complete games of the season last night, much to the delight of manager Brandon Hyde. A quality start, scoreless relief, hits from everyone in the lineup, smart baserunning and tight defense. The hard part is duplicating it. The pitching component was lacking in a big way, with Tom Eshelman surrendering three home runs in four innings and Jimmy Yacabonis retiring only one of the 10 batters he faced. A five-run third inning enabled the Orioles to tie the...

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Updating Karns, Scott's return, catching and more (O's down 16-6)

July 20, 2019, 1:14pm

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Updating Karns, Scott's return, catching and more (O's down 16-6)

Reliever Nate Karns threw a 20-pitch simulated game this afternoon in the intense heat at Camden Yards, sweat pouring off his face later as he sat at his locker and tried to recover in the air conditioning. He mimicked one inning and headed indoors. Karns hasn't pitched for the Orioles since April 8 due to stiffness in his right forearm and multiple rehab assignments have been interrupted. He's set a goal for his return as the Orioles prepare for a three-city West Coast trip that begins...

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Rutschman homers in pro debut (Scott recalled and lineup)

July 20, 2019, 11:04am

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Rutschman homers in pro debut (Scott recalled and lineup)

The long-awaited debut of catcher Adley Rutschman unfolded today in the Rookie-level Gulf Coast League and he again lived up to the hype. Chosen first overall by the Orioles in last month's First-Year Player Draft, Rutschman served as the designated hitter against the GCL Pirates in Bradenton and homered to right field in his third professional at-bat. Rutschman lined to shortstop and flied to deep right in his previous plate appearances before leading off the sixth inning with a home run from...

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Is it Smith's turn to break out of slump?

July 19, 2019, 7:14pm

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Is it Smith's turn to break out of slump?

The presence of left-hander David Price on the mound last night for the Red Sox drove Dwight Smith Jr. to the bench. Or maybe it was a slump that's gotten control of him. More likely a combination of the two. Right-handers Rick Porcello and Andrew Cashner start the last two games of the series and Smith could get back in the lineup if manager Brandon Hyde is in platoon mode. Hyde has other options, with the roster including switch-hitters Anthony Santander and Stevie Wilkerson. Chris Davis sat...

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Means rebounds and Orioles rout Red Sox 11-2 (with quotes)

July 19, 2019, 6:14pm

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While Andrew Cashner provided a reminder today of what the Orioles lost in their rotation as he chatted with teammates behind the batting cage, they remained confident that Dylan Bundy will rejoin it next week on the West Coast. The experimenting and auditioning will only cover two-thirds of the group, with John Means remaining in his role as unlikely ace. Means completed six innings, Anthony Santander and Keon Broxton homered, and the Orioles posted an 11-2 victory over the Red Sox before an...

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Notes on Severino, Alberto, Cashner's return, more (O's up 11-2)

July 19, 2019, 1:44pm

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Notes on Severino, Alberto, Cashner's return, more (O's up 11-2)

Orioles manager Brandon Hyde said catcher Pedro Severino has been ill for the last three or four days and might not be available for tonight's series opener against the Red Sox. Catcher Austin Wynns has been recalled from Triple-A Norfolk and is on the bench tonight. Severino would have started against left-hander David Price. Left-hander Tanner Scott is on the taxi squad and likely will be recalled before Saturday night's game. Wynns could be optioned if Severino is feeling better. In the...

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Orioles recall Wynns (plus lineups)

July 19, 2019, 11:08am

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The Orioles have recalled catcher Austin Wynns from Triple-A Norfolk, giving them an extra position player after they optioned reliever Tayler Scott following Wednesday night's game. Catcher Pedro Severino is ill and presumably unavailable tonight. The Red Sox are starting left-hander David Price, but Chance Sisco gets the start behind the plate. The bullpen had a chance to freshen up with yesterday's off-day and left-hander John Means is starting tonight. His ability to provide some length...

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This, that and the other

July 18, 2019, 1:29pm

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The Orioles managed to go three days between transactions, ending their streak late Wednesday night by optioning reliever Tayler Scott to Triple-A Norfolk. Scott's disappointment at leaving the Orioles is softened by his inclusion earlier that day in the team photo. That's right. Years from now you'll scan the photo and find Tayler Scott. Alex Cobb and Nate Karns aren't in it. Andrew Cashner missed by a week. Hanser Alberto was with his wife for the birth of their second daughter. But...

Is Alberto becoming a trade chip?

July 17, 2019, 8:22pm

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The Orioles don't have an official order for trade chips. They don't put out power rankings each week. The top four won't square off to determine a winner and corporate sponsorship is nonexistent. Trey Mancini would be the undisputed No. 1 for the Orioles if they were motivated to move him. He's on a large table with everyone else - the untouchable bin is empty - but there's less motivation in the front office. Mychal Givens seems to be next in line with Andrew Cashner gone, though it...

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Orioles offense perks up in 9-2 win (Scott optioned, quotes)

July 17, 2019, 7:29pm

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Orioles manager Brandon Hyde has been waiting for his offense to ignite. Trying various combinations, sitting certain guys, seeking out favorable matchups if they exist. It takes some digging. Twelve runs were scored in the first five games following the All-Star break. Multiple players have been fighting slumps and losing the battle. The Nationals recalled two pitchers from Triple-A to start in the series and the Orioles had their hands full. Austin Voth held them to one run in six innings in...

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Hyde on Alberto, Smith, Bundy, rotation and more (O's up 4-2)

July 17, 2019, 1:18pm

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Hyde on Alberto, Smith, Bundy, rotation and more (O's up 4-2)

The Orioles are going with a short bench tonight against the Nationals while Hanser Alberto is with his wife Olga for the birth of their daughter. Manager Brandon Hyde said he wants to give Alberto a few days, including Thursday with an open date on the schedule. Alberto is expected back Friday and the Orioles won't put him on the paternity leave list. "Big day for Hanser and his family and his wife," Hyde said. "I haven't heard the news yet, but she's expecting today and we're excited...

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Orioles lineup vs. Nationals

July 17, 2019, 11:06am

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Aaron Brooks makes his second start with the Orioles tonight as they try for a split of their two-game series with the Nationals. Brooks worked 2 2/3 scoreless and hitless innings in his debut Saturday in Game 1 of a doubleheader against the Rays. He was removed after 32 pitches. Brooks has never faced the Nationals. Adam Eaton is 2-for-4 against him and Yan Gomes is 1-for-3. Anthony Santander has moved to left field tonight with Dwight Smith Jr. on the bench and sitting on an 0-for-30...

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Santander staying with Orioles

July 16, 2019, 7:07pm

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Anthony Santander was the chosen one on May 1 when the Orioles needed a 26th player in Chicago, and he responded by hitting a home run. He was the chosen one again on June 7 after the Orioles placed Dwight Smith Jr. on the concussion injured list, unsure how long he'd stay but pretty confident that he'd surpass one game. It was safe to unpack, but he didn't get too comfortable. The Orioles had a decision to make Sunday night after removing DJ Stewart from his rehab assignment. Stewart was...