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Tillman goes for 15th win tonight (updated)

July 25, 2016, 8:21pm

Orioles

Tillman goes for 15th win tonight (updated)

The Orioles remain in trade discussions with the Padres regarding Melvin Upton Jr., with money and prospects remaining the key talking points. It's not as simple as an Upton-for-Ubaldo Jimenez swap or it would be done. In the meantime, the Blue Jays reportedly have moved ahead of the Orioles and now are the favorites for Upton. Guess the Orioles can't be first in everything. Update: FOXSports.com is reporting that the Blue Jays will acquire Upton for a Single-A prospect. Executive vice...

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Showalter speaks after 3-2 10-inning win (updated)

July 25, 2016, 7:17pm

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Showalter speaks after 3-2 10-inning win (updated)

One night after producing a walk-off home run, the Orioles used a fielder's choice and an error to close out another game. Walk-offs come in all varieties. Don't discriminate. Adam Jones slid home safely in the bottom of the 10th inning after Manny Machado bounced to the mound with one out, and the Orioles moved a season-high 18 games above .500 with a 3-2 win over the Rockies at Camden Yards. The Orioles (58-40) have won five games in a row and lead the American League East by 2 1/2....

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More on the roster and rotation (O's win 3-2 in 10th)

July 25, 2016, 2:09pm

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More on the roster and rotation (O's win 3-2 in 10th)

With Matt Wieters back in the lineup and Darren O'Day back in the bullpen, the Orioles' roster intrigue shifts to outfielder Hyun Soo Kim and pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez. Do the Orioles option Dariel Alvarez to Triple-A Norfolk to make room for Kim, who's expected to come off the disabled list Tuesday? They'd be replacing a right-handed hitter with a left-hander, but Julio Borbon has a similar skill set to Joey Rickard, who's on the disabled list with a thumb injury and isn't expected back...

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Could Jimenez get another start with the Orioles?

July 25, 2016, 12:51pm

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Right-hander Ubaldo Jimenez will rejoin the Orioles on Tuesday after being on the paternity list. The Orioles will need to make a corresponding roster move, and it may not involve Tyler Wilson. A decision is pending. Manager Buck Showalter indicated that Jimenez could be a candidate to start Thursday's makeup game in Minnesota. The Orioles want to give Kevin Gausman an extra day of rest, which would put him in line to start Friday against the Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Wilson also would be a...

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Orioles lineup vs. Rockies

July 25, 2016, 11:11am

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The Orioles are breaking out their right-handed lineup tonight, with Nolan Reimold in left field and Dariel Alvarez in right for the series opener against the Rockies. Mark Trumbo is playing first base and Chris Davis is the designted hitter. Matt Wieters is catching for the first time in a week. Reimold became the first Orioles player yesterday to hit a two-out pinch-hit game-ending home run since Larry Sheets against the Mariners on Aug. 24, 1988 at Memorial Stadium, according to the Elias...

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Notes on Kim, Wilson and tonight's game

July 24, 2016, 6:06pm

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Outfielder Hyun Soo Kim has one more rehab game at Double-A Bowie before rejoining the Orioles on Tuesday. He needs a more level playing field. Kim led off yesterday and served as the designated hitter against Erie's Josh Turley, a left-handed knuckleballer. He went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts. A right-hander with the standard repertoire would be more desirable for Kim tonight as he preps for his return to the majors. Ubaldo Jimenez could come off the paternity list before tonight's game at...

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Showalter speaks after 5-3 win

July 24, 2016, 1:24pm

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Nolan Reimold hit a home run today with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning that did the following: * Gave the Orioles a 5-3 walk-off victory over the Indians before 37,821 at Camden Yards. * Gave the Orioles their second three-game sweep of the Indians in Baltimore in two seasons. * Produced the Orioles' first pinch-hit walk-off homer since Chris Davis on June 23, 2014 versus the White Sox. * Produced Reimold's third career walk-off home run and his first since Aug. 10, 2011 versus...

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Joseph behind the plate day and night (O's win 5-3)

July 24, 2016, 10:09am

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Joseph behind the plate day and night (O's win 5-3)

Caleb Joseph has grown accustomed to doing the unusual and catching day games after night games. It happened Thursday afternoon in the Bronx and it's happening again today in the sweltering Baltimore heat. "It's nothing. Getting back on the bike," he said. "You've just got to prepare. You maybe have to stretch a little bit more. You've got to do a little bit more the night before. But in terms of getting loose, it's not a problem because it's a bazillion degrees outside. It's more or...

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O'Day activated and Hart optioned (plus other notes)

July 24, 2016, 9:14am

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O'Day activated and Hart optioned (plus other notes)

The Orioles have activated reliever Darren O'Day from the 15-day disabled list and optioned left-hander Donnie Hart to Double-A Bowie. Hart, 25, made his major league debut on July 17 at Tropicana Field. He tossed 2 2/3 scoreless innings over three appearances with the Orioles this season. O'Day hasn't pitched since June 1 due to a strained right hamstring. He's 2-1 with a 3.15 ERA, two saves and 25 strikeouts in 22 games spanning 20 innings. The move again leaves closer Zach Britton as the...

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Early notes from Camden Yards

July 24, 2016, 8:08am

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The Orioles are still discussing whether to activate reliever Darren O'Day from the disabled list or wait until Monday. He was on the field this morning to further test his right hamstring. Ubaldo Jimenez's wife had her baby last night. Jimenez could return from the paternity list on Monday. Shortstop J.J. Hardy is getting a day off. "He feels good," said manager Buck Showalter, "and I want to keep it that way." Hyun Soo Kim remains scheduled to play two games at Double-A Bowie and...

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Orioles and Indians lineup

July 24, 2016, 7:29am

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Ryan Flaherty is starting at shortstop today as the Orioles go for the sweep against the Indians. Flaherty is 5-for-11 versus Indians right-hander Corey Kluber. Julio Borbon is in left field and Caleb Joseph is catching a day game following a night game for the second time in less than a week. For the Orioles Adam Jones CF Jonathan Schoop 2B Manny Machado 3B Chris Davis 1B Mark Trumbo RF Pedro Alvarez DH Ryan Flaherty SS Caleb Joseph C Julio Borbon LF Vance Worley RHP For the Indians Carlos...

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Changes in the roster, some numbers and today's game

July 23, 2016, 8:39pm

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Changes in the roster, some numbers and today's game

The Orioles' roster doesn't remain stagnant for long, with Ubaldo Jimenez going on the paternity list yesterday and Tyler Wilson recalled from Triple-A Norfolk. Darren O'Day will come off the disabled list today or Monday. Hyun Soo Kim is expected to do the same on Tuesday. Matt Wieters remains on the active roster, but he hasn't played since July 18 at Yankee Stadium. However, he's expected back in the lineup on Monday, giving Caleb Joseph six consecutive starts behind the plate. Catching...

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Showalter speaks after 5-2 win

July 23, 2016, 7:21pm

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Kevin Gausman picked up his second win tonight. A superb effort wasn't wasted. The media can move onto another topic. Gausman tossed seven scoreless innings and the Orioles remained in first place with a 5-2 win over the Indians before 31,946 at Camden Yards. The Orioles now lead the American League East by 1 1/2 games over the Red Sox, who lost Saturday night. The Orioles came within a strike of posting their fifth shutout of the season, but Lonnie Chisenhall delivered a two-run double off...

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Tyler Wilson recalled from Norfolk (O's win 5-2)

July 23, 2016, 3:03pm

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Tyler Wilson recalled from Norfolk (O's win 5-2)

The Orioles have placed pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez on the paternity list and recalled Tyler Wilson from Triple-A Norfolk. Jimenez left the club to join his wife at the hospital. She's eight months pregnant and the baby may arrive early. "We'll see what the next few hours bring," manager Buck Showalter said earlier today. "We wish them well. There's always concern when it's about 3 1/2 weeks early. So, we hope we get good news on that shortly for him and her. "It has nothing to do with us....

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Rickard on thumb injury: "You never wish this upon anybody"

July 23, 2016, 1:15pm

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Rickard on thumb injury: "You never wish this upon anybody"

Orioles outfielder Joey Rickard sat at his locker this afternoon with a splint on his right thumb, which he's expected to wear for the next three weeks. He confirmed that he suffered a "high grade tear" of a ligament that won't require surgery. He also expressed surprised at the severity of the injury. The ligament isn't completely torn and Rickard hopes to leave the disabled list in September. "I really didn't know what it was," he said. "I was just going by look and woke up the next...

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Early notes from Camden Yards

July 23, 2016, 12:40pm

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Ubaldo Jimenez has left the Orioles to be with his wife, who is eight months pregnant. He could go on paternity leave if the baby arrives early. Manager Buck Showalter already has been in contact with Triple-A Norfolk manager Ron Johnson and Double-A Bowie manager Gary Kendall regarding candidates for a long relief role in Jimenez's absence. Outfielder Hyun Soo Kim will run again today and is expected to play for Bowie on Sunday and Monday before coming off the disabled list on Tuesday, the...

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Orioles lineup vs. Indians

July 23, 2016, 11:49am

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Nolan Reimold is starting in left field tonight while Hyun Soo Kim and Joey Rickard occupy space on the Orioles' disabled list. Matt Wieters remains day-to-day with a sore right foot, but he seems to be moving in a positive direction. He didn't rule out playing on Sunday. Darren O'Day said he felt good after throwing one inning last night at Double-A Bowie and doesn't think he needs another rehab game. A decision is pending. For the Orioles Adam Jones CF Jonathan Schoop 2B Manny Machado 3B...

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Trade talk and tonight's game

July 22, 2016, 9:44pm

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The Orioles are trying to move pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez, and multiple reports have them in heavy discussions with the Padres involving outfielder Melvin Upton. Executive vice president Dan Duquette insisted yesterday that his primary focus was on the rotation. He's still determined to find a starter, but he may have understated his concerns over the outfield. Hyun Soo Kim could be back by Tuesday, but Joey Rickard won't resurface until September due to a thumb injury. The roster currently...

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Wrapping up 5-1 win

July 22, 2016, 7:18pm

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Orioles manager Buck Showalter said rookie outfielder Joey Rickard will miss four to six weeks with a ligament injury in his right thumb. However, the Rule 5 pick won't require surgery. The club is confident that Rickard will be part of the expanded September roster. Outfielder Hyun Soo Kim had a good work day. He's eligible to come off the disabled list on Tuesday. Showalter was aware that reliever Darren O'Day threw a scoreless first inning tonight at Double-A Bowie, allowing one hit and...

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Dylan Bundy goes five innings and leaves with lead (O's win 5-1)

July 22, 2016, 5:02pm

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Dylan Bundy goes five innings and leaves with lead (O's win 5-1)

The Orioles needed to get some length from Dylan Bundy tonight. They needed to see some progress in his second major league start and his first in front of the home crowd. They got it. Bundy completed five innings and threw 87 pitches, both career highs, and the Orioles lead 5-1 at Camden Yards. Odrisamer Despaigne began to warm in the fifth as the Indians threatened again, putting runners on the corners with no outs. Abraham Almonte scored on Carlos Santana's double play grounder and Jason...