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Orioles lineup vs. Nationals

May 30, 2018, 11:10am

Orioles

Jace Peterson inherited the leadoff spot tonight for the Orioles as they try to salvage a game of their series against the Nationals. Peterson is playing third base while Danny Valencia is away from the team for the birth of his child. Chris Davis moves down to sixth in the order after batting cleanup last night. Joey Rickard is in right field. Max Scherzer is 5-2 with a 3.20 ERA and 1.052 WHIP in 10 career starts against the Orioles. He's struck out 85 batters in 70 1/3 innings. In five...

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Can Hess turn Nats into Rays?

May 29, 2018, 7:38pm

Orioles

The major league education of rookie right-hander David Hess continues tonight and he won't be facing the club that's provided the least resistance. Hess already owns two victories and quality starts against the Rays, including his debut in Game 1 of a May 12 doubleheader at Camden Yards. Matt Duffy's three-run homer in the first inning accounted for all of the scoring against him. He tossed 6 2/3 shutout innings last week at Tropicana Field, leading the Orioles to their only win of the...

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Orioles offense still in low gear in 3-2 loss to Nats (updated)

May 29, 2018, 6:20pm

Orioles

There are only so many ways that a manager can manipulate a 25-man roster while trying to resuscitate his offense. Sub out a few names, raise or lower guys in the lineup, say a few prayers and maybe light a few candles, depending on the level of desperation and religious denomination. Buck Showalter dropped Trey Mancini from the leadoff spot to sixth yesterday afternoon and completely out of the order last night, the slump white-knuckling his left fielder to the tune of a .113 average in the...

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Lineup change and more on Britton rehab (O's down 3-2)

May 29, 2018, 3:07pm

Orioles

Lineup change and more on Britton rehab (O's down 3-2)

Third baseman Danny Valencia has been scratched from tonight's lineup. Jace Peterson is playing third base and Joey Rickard goes to left field and bats seventh in Valencia's slot. Bryce Harper homered off Dylan Bundy in the top of the first inning to give the Nationals a quick 1-0 lead. Zach Britton didn't know today whether he'd start or work a later inning in the first game of his rehab assignment. He felt confident only in his travel itinerary. Britton was headed to Triple-A Norfolk...

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Quick hits during batting practice

May 29, 2018, 12:56pm

Orioles

Closer Zach Britton had his bags packed for tonight's drive to Triple-A Norfolk, where he was supposed to begin his injury rehab assignment Wednesday night. However, the weather forecast may create an unexpected detour. Britton might join Single-A Frederick in Wilmington, Del., instead of pitching for the Tides. The Orioles are finalizing the decision and how it could impact his schedule. Sitting at his locker earlier today, Britton said he'd likely pitch twice at Norfolk before the Orioles...

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Orioles lineup vs. Nationals

May 29, 2018, 11:16am

Orioles

The Orioles are changing leadoff hitters again, with Jonathan Schoop batting first tonight against Nationals right-hander Jeremy Hellickson. Trey Mancini is on the bench. He hit .272/.339/.427 in March/April and is batting .198/.281/.327 in May. He's 1-for-17 in his last four games and 6-for-53 in his last 13. Jace Peterson is in left field. Chris Davis is batting cleanup. He's 11-for-30 (.367) with three doubles, two home runs and nine RBIs lifetime against Hellickson. Adam Jones is batting...

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Taking the Orioles rotation for another spin

May 28, 2018, 4:33pm

Orioles

I'm never going to obsess over a pitcher's won-loss record due to all the factors that are out of his control. The lack or abundance of run support. Exceptional or poor play in the field. Blown holds and saves. Whether the manager is giving a long or short leash. However, I'll bring it up here because three Orioles were found yesterday in the cluster of starters tied for second in defeats behind the Marlins' JosÃ© UreÃ±a (0-7). Alex Cobb was 1-6 with a 7.32 ERA and 1.93 WHIP in eight...

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Orioles and Nationals lineups

May 28, 2018, 6:56am

Orioles

Mark Trumbo has returned to the Orioles lineup today after receiving a cortisone injection in his right knee. He's serving as the designated hitter against the Nationals at Camden Yards. Trey Mancini has moved down to sixth in the order, with Joey Rickard leading off and playing right field. Mancini is playing first base and Chris Davis is on the bench with Washington starting left-hander Gio Gonzalez. Craig Gentry is in left field. Alex Cobb is 1-6 with a 7.32 ERA and 1.932 WHIP in eight...

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Does Memorial Day marker move Orioles toward changes?

May 27, 2018, 8:49pm

Orioles

Anyone expecting or praying for a complete overhaul of the Orioles roster or the entire organization shouldn't have set the alarm so early today. Let's not confuse "marker" with "concrete deadline." I'm not anticipating massive changes before today's series opener against the Nationals that kicks off the latest homestand. The Orioles have reached the point where, 19 games below .500 on Memorial Day, they need to more strongly consider which players can be moved for prospects and how to...

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Orioles complete road trip with 8-3 loss (with quotes)

May 27, 2018, 12:20pm

Orioles

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Orioles come off their 11-game road trip with more bumps and bruises as they reach the Memorial Day marker. The seventh loss was especially painful today with an early three-run lead and Kevin Gausman on the mound against a team that gives the impression of having more interest in cutting costs than deficits. The Rays sent 12 batters to the plate in the third inning and scored six runs, and the Orioles lost 8-3 at Tropicana Field to remain stuck on one road series...

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Showalter on Jones, Trumbo, Beckham and more (O's down 8-3)

May 27, 2018, 8:52am

Orioles

Showalter on Jones, Trumbo, Beckham and more (O's down 8-3)

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - There wasn't much news to come out of this morning's media session with Orioles manager Buck Showalter. A few injury updates Adam Jones is able to play, but he's out of the lineup. Showalter is starting Craig Gentry in center field. "He's got to get off this turf," Showalter said. "We've got four in Toronto before long. He's just sore. Everybody gets sore here. Just thought it was best, talking to him. "We've set up kind of a semi-plan when the year started to...

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Orioles and Rays lineups

May 27, 2018, 7:51am

Orioles

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Adam Jones is out of the lineup today as the Orioles conclude their 11-game road trip. Manager Buck Showalter wanted to get Jones off the turf, especially with a day game Monday at Camden Yards. Just the usual soreness for Jones. Craig Gentry is in center field and Jace Peterson is in right. Pedro Ãlvarez is the designated hitter and Chance Sisco is catching. The Orioles are expecting the Rays to use right-hander Austin Pruitt behind starter Sergio Romo. Mark Trumbo is...

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Today's game and a few suggestions for payroll-paring Rays

May 26, 2018, 3:47pm

Orioles

Today's game and a few suggestions for payroll-paring Rays

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Orioles will close out their road trip this afternoon by facing reliever-turned-starter Sergio Romo for the second time in the series, unless he's traded before first pitch. The Rays keep searching for ways to save money, which usually impacts the roster. However, here are a few ideas they might want to consider: * Get rid of the cable in both clubhouses. * Plain M&Ms instead of peanut in the candy dispensers. * 10-cent beer nights, where each fan must pay an...

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Cashner can't keep Rays off bases in 5-1 loss (with quotes)

May 26, 2018, 2:38pm

Orioles

Cashner can't keep Rays off bases in 5-1 loss (with quotes)

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The third time through the order didn't trip up Andrew Cashner today. He struggled right out of the gate, with five runs allowed through the second inning and 12 baserunners against him as the game progressed through the fourth. The Orioles weren't in come-to-the-rescue mode. They didn't have a hit until Danny Valencia's leadoff triple in the fifth and stranded him as part of a frustrating afternoon and a 5-1 loss to the Rays at Tropicana Field. Cashner was removed...

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Showalter on Trumbo, Britton, O'Day and more (O's down 5-1)

May 26, 2018, 11:06am

Orioles

Showalter on Trumbo, Britton, O'Day and more (O's down 5-1)

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Orioles will wait at least one more day on Mark Trumbo before deciding whether he needs to go on the disabled list. Trumbo continues to report that his knee is much better since yesterday's cortisone injection and the Orioles think he could be ready as early as Monday afternoon against the Nationals at Camden Yards. "Trum's a lot better," said manager Buck Showalter. "We're going to wait on him. Not going to get into his availability for today, but obviously...

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Britton on today's simulated game and what's next

May 26, 2018, 9:58am

Orioles

Britton on today's simulated game and what's next

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Orioles closer Zach Britton is set to begin his injury rehab assignment Wednesday with Triple-A Norfolk. He's been setback-free in his mound work and simulated games. Britton threw two innings this morning at Tropicana Field. The extended spring training players who batted and played defense behind him included infielder Steve Wilkerson, who's completing his 50-game suspension. Here's Britton on the sim game and how he's feeling: "It was good," he said. "Two...

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Orioles and Rays lineups

May 26, 2018, 9:17am

Orioles

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Closer Zach Britton threw his two-inning simulated game this morning at Tropicana Field, with the Orioles summoning six players from extended spring training to assist him. Britton said it was the best he's felt. Britton did extensive fielding drills afterward and is expected to join Triple-A Norfolk on Wednesday to begin his injury rehab assignment. While the extended spring players took batting practice, David Hess ran the stadium steps as part of his conditioning....

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Machado rumors heat up as talks remain cool

May 25, 2018, 7:15pm

Orioles

Machado rumors heat up as talks remain cool

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - How ironic that a team slashing one of the lowest payrolls in baseball has a manager with the last name Cash. The Rays traded center fielder Denard Span and closer Alex ColomÃ© before last night's game against the Orioles. They were in third place in the American League East, only two games below .500 and certainly within sniffing distance of a wild card, though with a substantial portion of the season in front of them. Some people call it "tanking," some call it a...

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Hess and three relievers combine for 2-0 win (with quotes)

May 25, 2018, 5:56pm

Orioles

Hess and three relievers combine for 2-0 win (with quotes)

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Orioles knocked out the starting pitcher tonight after only two-thirds of an inning. They scored one run. A quick hook or a quirky plan by the opposition? Go with the latter. The Rays continue to use relievers as starters, tabbing Sergio Romo for tonight and Sunday afternoon. The Orioles turned to prospect David Hess, the more conventional move, and he responded with 6 2/3 scoreless innings in a 2-0 victory at Tropicana Field. The Orioles have won back-to-back road...

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Trumbo appears headed to disabled list (O's lead 2-0)

May 25, 2018, 2:24pm

Orioles

Trumbo appears headed to disabled list (O's lead 2-0)

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - With Mark Trumbo likely to be out at least another three days after receiving a cortisone injection in his right knee, the Orioles are expected to place him on the disabled list following tonight's game against the Rays at Tropicana Field. A decision will be made whether to call up a pitcher or position player. There could be multiple moves if the Orioles option starter David Hess, though they'd prefer to hold onto him. Manager Buck Showalter is playing with a short...