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Can Rickard get rolling again?

May 04, 2016, 8:04pm

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The Orioles won't face another left-handed starter until the Athletics give Rich Hill the ball in Friday's series opener. That's one whole day. A predictable lineup tonight would include Rule 5 pick Joey Rickard in left field, Mark Trumbo in right and Pedro Alvarez serving as the designated hitter. It's been standard, and a three-man bench reduces the odds that changes are coming. Trumbo and Alvarez are set, but a slump obviously brings Rickard's status into question. That's usually how...

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Wrapping up a 7-0 loss

May 04, 2016, 6:56pm

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Tyler Wilson was cruising along tonight in his third start of the season. One hit allowed through five innings, and it came from the first batter of the game. Fifteen of 17 retired, no runs allowed. Wilson needed only seven pitches to make it through the fifth inning. He threw 27 in the sixth and committed an error while falling behind 3-0. A game turned dramatically and a loss resulted from it. The Yankees tacked on four runs in the eighth - three charged to T.J. McFarland and one to Dylan...

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Orioles prefer keeping Chris Davis at first (O's lose 7-0)

May 04, 2016, 3:00pm

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The Yankees took batting practice today in a light rain at Camden Yards. Because the baseball gods have a wicked sense of humor. Orioles manager Buck Showalter already has a lineup in mind for Thursday's series finale, but he's always prepared to make changes. He'd never post it early. There are too many variables. "I try to stay one in advance to help you deal with tonight," he said. Manny Machado figures to make most or all of the starts at shortstop as long as the Orioles keep a...

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Showalter on injuries, Janish and a tarp controversy

May 04, 2016, 1:48pm

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Showalter on injuries, Janish and a tarp controversy

Orioles manager Buck Showalter was waiting this afternoon to gather more information on Zach Britton's throwing session, which took place on flat ground and on the bullpen mound. Showalter noted how Britton's sprained ankle is feeling better today. "He did some things he couldn't do yesterday," Showalter said. "I'll get where we are with it after we get through here. I know it's better. Like I said, did some things he didn't feel comfortable with yesterday, so I'm hoping we go in...

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Zach Britton on today's bullpen session

May 04, 2016, 1:04pm

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Orioles closer Zach Britton threw on flat ground again today, simulating his delivery and far exceeding soft-toss velocity. He headed to the bullpen, attracting a crowd, and threw five pitches off the front of the mound and five on top of it. It's doubtful that Britton is available tonight while recovering from a sprained left ankle, but he's avoiding the disabled list. "I guess you wouldn't call it a regular 'pen," Britton said. "Did a little bit of everything. Feels pretty...

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Orioles lineup vs. Yankees

May 04, 2016, 11:04am

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Manny Machado remains at shortstop and Ryan Flaherty stays at third base for tonight's game against the Yankees at Camden Yards. Nolan Reimold gets the start in left field, with Joey Rickard in right. Rickard is 6-for-41 since back-to-back three-hit games against the Blue Jays, his average falling from .350 to .267. According to the Elias Sports Bureau, Mark Trumbo's 33 hits and 22 RBIs are the most by a player in his first 25 games with the Orioles. For the Orioles Joey Rickard RF Manny...

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Wilson vs. Sabathia tonight at Camden Yards

May 03, 2016, 8:05pm

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Wilson vs. Sabathia tonight at Camden Yards

The Orioles are back in first place and they hold a 6 Â½-game lead over the last-place Yankees in the American League East. No one knows how long it's going to last. Just buckle up and enjoy the ride. The Orioles have won six consecutive games against the Yankees dating back to Sept. 8, 2015, their longest streak since taking eight in a row from Sept. 19, 1996-Sept. 6, 1997. The club record for most victories in a row against the Yankees is nine from Aug. 15, 1967-May 22, 1968. Chris Tillman...

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Showalter on Tillman, Trumbo, Davis and a 4-1 win

May 03, 2016, 6:43pm

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Showalter on Tillman, Trumbo, Davis and a 4-1 win

Much of the winter chatter regarding the Orioles rotation centered on the importance of bounceback seasons from Chris Tillman and Miguel Gonzalez. Few phrases gained more traction. Gonzo is gone, having been released and now pitching at Triple-A Charlotte. Tillman, meanwhile, has lowered his ERA to 2.81 in 32 innings. He's got that ace look again. Tillman turned in his third consecutive quality start tonight, working around lapses in control to hold the Yankees to one run over seven innings in...

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Orioles start new series with Machado at shortstop (O's win 4-1)

May 03, 2016, 2:59pm

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Though he owns two Gold Gloves and a Platinum Glove at third base, Manny Machado arrived at the Ed Smith Stadium complex this spring determined to get better. He wasn't going to rest on his hardware. Leave it to the unpredictable nature of baseball to move Machado away from his goal and his position. Machado is starting at shortstop tonight with J.J. Hardy on the disabled list. It could be temporary or the norm. Manager Buck Showalter is taking it one day at a time. There are people in the...

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Notes and quotes before tonight's game

May 03, 2016, 1:51pm

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Ryan Flaherty received a text message yesterday alerting him to the fractured bone in J.J. Hardy's left foot. He was in Louisville with Triple-A Norfolk and headed out to the field when told to catch a flight to Baltimore. Flaherty had to backtrack and retrieve his luggage. He arrived last night around 7:30 p.m. and is starting at third base tonight in the series opener against the Yankees. "You don't know what's going to happen in this game. I'm just fortunate to be back here," he...

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J.J. Hardy on foot injury: "It's definitely frustrating"

May 03, 2016, 12:43pm

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J.J. Hardy on foot injury: "It's definitely frustrating"

Orioles manager Buck Showalter had Manny Machado at third base in his original lineup. They met in his office with the door closed before batting practice, and Machado emerged later as the shortstop. Ryan Flaherty is starting at third base. Machado talked Showalter into making the switch. "I have that right," Showalter said. The Orioles aren't setting a timetable for J.J. Hardy's return from a hairline fracture in his left foot. Showalter said it could be sooner than six to eight weeks. "I...

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Ryan Flaherty starting at shortstop tonight (updated)

May 03, 2016, 11:18am

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Ryan Flaherty starting at shortstop tonight (updated)

Update: Ryan Flaherty is now starting at third base, with Manny Machado starting at shortstop. Flaherty is playing shortstop tonight as the Orioles open their three-games series against the Yankees at Camden Yards. The Orioles placed J.J. Hardy on the disabled list earlier today and recalled Flaherty from Triple-A Norfolk. Machado remains at third base and his batting second. Joey Rickard is in left field, Mark Trumbo is in right and Pedro Alvarez is the designated hitter. For the Orioles Joey...

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Orioles place J.J. Hardy on 15-day disabled list

May 03, 2016, 10:44am

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The Orioles made their roster move official today, subtracting the undisputed leader of their infield due to injury. J.J. Hardy has been placed on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to yesterday with a fractured left foot, and the Orioles recalled infielder Ryan Flaherty from Triple-A Norfolk. A CT scan yesterday confirmed that Hardy suffered a hairline fracture after fouling a ball off it during the fourth inning of Sunday afternoon's game against the White Sox. Hardy remained in the game...

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More on the injuries, roster and tonight's game

May 02, 2016, 5:47pm

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More on the injuries, roster and tonight's game

It's time to get busy again after yesterday's off-day. Please watch your step while I'm dripping with sarcasm. I wouldn't want you to slip and fall. Infielder Ryan Flaherty will be recalled from Triple-A Norfolk to replace shortstop J.J. Hardy, who's going on the disabled list with a hairline fracture in his left foot. In case you haven't memorized this part, Flaherty can return sooner than Thursday because he's replacing an injured player. Hardy will be out at least four weeks. I've...

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Duquette on Hardy replacements

May 02, 2016, 1:03pm

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The Orioles seem prepared to stay in-house while seeking a replacement for shortstop J.J. Hardy, who's headed to the disabled list with a small fracture in his left foot. Early projections have Hardy missing six to eight weeks, but the Orioles won't hold him to it. "Everybody's different," said executive vice president Dan Duquette. "It depends how quickly he heals. He'll need a little bit of time. But it's a slight fracture." Ryan Flaherty will fly into Baltimore tonight and...

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Manny Machado named AL Player of the Month

May 02, 2016, 10:52am

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Manny Machado named AL Player of the Month

Orioles third baseman Manny Machado did more than torture opposing pitchers since breaking camp. He won an award for it. Machado has been named the American League's Player of the Month for April after batting .344/.394/.667 with 10 doubles, seven home runs, 16 RBIs, seven walks and 20 runs scored. He committed only one error, on an errant throw during Saturday night's game against the White Sox. Machado also led the league with 33 hits. Moving into a new month didn't cool him off. Machado...

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Hardy going on DL with hairline fracture in foot (updated)

May 02, 2016, 10:19am

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$Hardy going on DL with hairline fracture in foot (updated)$

Orioles shortstop J.J. Hardy sustained a hairline fracture in his left foot yesterday and is expected to miss six to eight weeks, a harsh blow for a team so reliant on its defense. Hardy was scheduled to undergo a CT scan after X-rays yesterday raised serious concerns within the organization. The injury was labeled a "contusion," but further testing was ordered. Today's findings came as no surprise. Hardy, 33, fouled a ball off his foot in the fourth inning, sending him to the trainers room...

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Updates on Hardy, Britton and Harvey

May 02, 2016, 10:10am

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The Orioles are in the process today of determining a timetable for shortstop J.J. Hardy's return after he underwent a CT scan on his left foot. Hardy fouled a ball off his foot in the fourth inning yesterday and is expected to land on the disabled list. The Orioles are gathering more information and formulating a roster plan. Ryan Flaherty could be recalled from Triple-A Norfolk. Paul Janish goes on paternity leave Wednesday. The news on closer Zach Britton appears much more positive, though...

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This, that and the other

May 01, 2016, 5:33pm

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The Orioles are going to experience one of the busiest off days in recorded history. This team has a lot to learn about relaxing. Shortstop J.J. Hardy will undergo a CT scan on his left foot and I'd be surprised if the news is good. The Orioles viewed the results of his X-rays yesterday and ordered more pictures. Something must be wrong beyond a bruise. Closer Zach Britton will undergo an MRI on his left ankle. X-rays came back negative and the Orioles say it's a sprain, but they want to make...

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Hardy to undergo CT scan on foot (plus more on O's 7-1 loss)

May 01, 2016, 1:47pm

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Hardy to undergo CT scan on foot (plus more on O's 7-1 loss)

Orioles shortstop J.J. Hardy will undergo a CT scan on Monday morning after fouling a ball off his left foot today in a 7-1 loss to the White Sox at Camden Yards. Hardy already had X-rays taken on the foot, and while the initial diagnosis is a contusion, the Orioles are concerned about a more serious injury. "I do know, I've got an idea," said manager Buck Showalter. "Right now, it's a contusion. He fouled a ball off his foot and it got real stiff and sore quickly, so he's going to get...