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Walker: "I'm in and committed to doing what the team needs me to do"

March 16, 2016, 6:02am

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Walker: "I'm in and committed to doing what the team needs me to do"

SARASOTA, Fla. - Left-hander T.J. McFarland is listed among the Orioles' available relievers today. McFarland hasn't pitched since leaving a March 6 game against the Red Sox with elbow discomfort. X-rays came back negative. Other relievers behind starter Kevin Gausman are Dylan Bundy, Pedro Beato and Oliver Drake. Pirates pitchers today include Arquimedes Caminero, Montana DuRapau, Dovydas Neverauskas and ... Josh Smith. One of these things is not like the other. The Pirates also are bringing...

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Orioles and Pirates lineups

March 16, 2016, 5:04am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - Pedro Alvarez has moved up to second in the order today as the Orioles face his former team, the Pirates, at 1:05 p.m. at Ed Smith Stadium. This is the fourth straight game for Alvarez, who's serving as the designated hitter. Hyun Soo Kim is in left field and Mark Trumbo is in right. Caleb Joseph is catching today. Matt Wieters said his elbow continues to feel better each day, though he's not throwing or swinging a bat in order to speed up his recovery. Wieters is performing...

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Thoughts on the rotation and Rickard

March 15, 2016, 5:37pm

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SARASOTA, Fla. - The assumptions that the Orioles' five starters are set beyond determining the order have been shattered after yesterday's game against the Blue Jays in Dunedin. Manager Buck Showalter delivered the quote heard 'round the rotation when he told the media, "There's some competition here that people haven't grasped." We get it now. Orioles starters have allowed first inning runs in 12 of 16 games. Miguel Gonzalez has a minor league option and two poor outings in three...

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Matusz on his bullpen session and more from Wieters

March 15, 2016, 6:25am

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Matusz on his bullpen session and more from Wieters

SARASOTA, Fla. - Left-hander Brian Matusz indicated that his back responded favorably after yesterday's bullpen session, his first since being shut down with a strained muscle in his lower back. "It was good," he said. "I threw about 25 pitches and felt good." Matusz has worked only one inning this spring, on March 2 against the Braves. He's been eager to resume throwing, but also understanding that he couldn't rush it and risk a setback. The next step is for Matusz to follow up with...

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Wieters: "Today's better than yesterday and yesterday was better than the day before"

March 15, 2016, 5:39am

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Wieters: "Today's better than yesterday and yesterday was better than the day before"

SARASOTA, Fla. - Orioles catcher Matt Wieters said he "couldn't be more excited" about the results of yesterday's MRI on his right elbow. The MRI didn't show any structural damage to the elbow, which became sore after he made a throw to second base in the first inning of Saturday's game against the Twins in Sarasota. "MRI results look great," Wieters said this morning after summoning reporters to his locker with a playful, exaggerated wave of his arm. "Now it's a matter of just...

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Christian Walker starting in left field today (with Jays lineup)

March 15, 2016, 5:11am

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Christian Walker starting in left field today (with Jays lineup)

SARASOTA, Fla. - Christian Walker is starting in left field for today's game against the Blue Jays in Dunedin, a spot he could occupy this season at Triple-A Norfolk. Orioles manager Buck Showalter indicated that Walker could get some reps in the outfield, though it wasn't known whether it would happen in camp. Second baseman Jonathan Schoop is making another trip today. He's batting third, one spot ahead of first baseman Pedro Alvarez. Hyun Soo Kim is serving as the designated hitter. Joey...

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Jeff Beliveau: "As of right now, everything's been going great"

March 14, 2016, 4:42pm

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Jeff Beliveau: "As of right now, everything's been going great"

SARASOTA, Fla. - Left-hander Jeff Beliveau continues to make impressive strides in camp after undergoing labrum surgery in April. Beliveau, signed as a minor league free agent, has thrown live batting practice four times. He took only one day off after Saturday's session before throwing in the bullpen yesterday. He previously had waited two days, but is recovering at a quicker pace. The Orioles haven't decided whether to get Beliveau in an exhibition game before they break camp. The primary...

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Orioles encouraged by MRI results on Wieters' elbow (updated)

March 14, 2016, 12:43pm

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SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles received good news on Matt Wieters' MRI this morning. Manager Buck Showalter said the MRI didn't reveal any structural damage in Wieters' right elbow. Nothing that contradicted an earlier X-ray, according to orthopedic surgeon Dr. Leigh Ann Curl. "It looked good," Showalter said following an 8-7 win over the Phillies. "Dr. Curl, she's been with us a long time, said it looked good structurally, so that was encouraging. Just get some of whatever's left in...

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Slow start for Gallardo (Machado and Jones homer, O's win 8-7)

March 14, 2016, 9:21am

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Slow start for Gallardo (Machado and Jones homer, O's win 8-7)

ORIOLES QUICK WRAP Score: Orioles 8, Phillies 7 Recap: Xavier Avery drew a bases-loaded walk off Daniel Stumpf in the eighth and Paul Janish stroked a two-out, two-run single on an 0-2 pitch to give the Orioles an 8-7 lead. Yovani Gallardo served up three home runs, two to Maikel Franco, in 2 1/3 innings. He allowed five runs and four hits, with two walks and one strikeout. Manny Machado hit a two-run homer in a four-run third. Caleb Joseph had an RBI double and Ryan Flaherty had a sacrifice...

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Notes on Wieters MRI, morning roster cuts and more

March 14, 2016, 7:44am

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Notes on Wieters MRI, morning roster cuts and more

SARASOTA, Fla. - There seems to be improvement in the condition of Matt Wieters' right elbow, but the Orioles scheduled a 10 a.m. MRI for their catcher with team orthopedist Dr. Michael Jacobs. "He said he's lost some of the soreness and the swelling is gone for the most part," said manager Buck Showalter. "It's gotten better every day. He felt better today than he did yesterday, so day to day. "I don't go up to him every day and ask, 'Exactly how did it feel? How did it feel at 7...

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Caleb Joseph on Matt Wieters: "My heart dropped for him"

March 14, 2016, 5:47am

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Caleb Joseph on Matt Wieters: "My heart dropped for him"

SARASOTA, Fla. - Left-hander Brian Matusz will try to throw off a mound today in the next step in his recovery from a strained muscle in his lower back. Matusz has made only one appearance, allowing a run and two hits in one inning against the Braves on March 2. Matusz session comes one day after left-hander T.J. McFarland threw about 25 pitches in the bullpen. McFarland had some inflammation in his elbow. Jeff Beliveau played long toss yesterday after throwing live batting practice Saturday...

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Orioles lineup vs. Phillies

March 14, 2016, 4:05am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - Pedro Alvarez, who had an RBI double yesterday in his Orioles debut, is serving as the designated hitter this afternoon versus the Phillies at Ed Smith Stadium. Ryan Flaherty is leading off and playing second base. Mark Trumbo is in right field and Nolan Reimold is in left. Caleb Joseph is catching in back to back games. For the Orioles Ryan Flaherty 2B Manny Machado 3B Chris Davis 1B Adam Jones CF Pedro Alvarez DH Mark Trumbo RF Nolan Reimold LF J.J. Hardy SS Caleb Joseph...

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Gallardo's a popular figure among the other starters

March 13, 2016, 5:58pm

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Gallardo's a popular figure among the other starters

SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles are expected to make a bunch of roster cuts today. They didn't send out anyone yesterday, which came as a bit of a surprise, but they should be active this morning and perhaps following the game. I'd expect Hunter Harvey to be reassigned to minor league camp. Not as a punishment after allowing five runs yesterday in one-third of an inning, but because he needs to do some side work and continue preparing for the season. He hasn't pitched since 2014. We'll need...

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McFarland ready to start pitching again

March 13, 2016, 8:43am

Orioles

SARASOTA, Fla. - T.J. McFarland threw about 25 pitches in his bullpen session this morning and said his left elbow felt good. "Threw a good side and no problems. Everything was good, coming out all right," he said. "Tomorrow, we'll reassess it. I'm not anticipating any problems, but tomorrow they'll reassess it in the morning and we'll go from there. I think I feel good and ready to get back out there." McFarland has made only two spring relief appearances, the last on March 6. He's...

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Wieters on elbow: "Nothing too bad, but definitely a little sore"

March 13, 2016, 8:11am

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Wieters on elbow: "Nothing too bad, but definitely a little sore"

SARASOTA, Fla. - Catcher Matt Wieters said this morning that his right elbow is "a little stiff, a little sore" and he can't give a timetable on his return to the lineup. Wieters was removed for a pinch-hitter in the bottom of the first inning of yesterday's game against the Twins due to discomfort in the elbow. He had X-rays that came back normal. "Nothing too bad, but definitely a little sore from yesterday. Get some treatment on it today and take it day by day," he said after today's...

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A few morning notes

March 13, 2016, 5:57am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - Orioles manager Buck Showalter said Matt Wieters' right elbow is a little better this morning. Wieters was examined by team physicians. He didn't appear at his locker during the hour that the media was allowed inside the clubhouse. Wieters left yesterday's game after the top of the first inning with soreness in his surgically repaired elbow. He wasn't scheduled to make the trip to Fort Myers for today's game against the Twins. It's doubtful that Wieters will play Monday...

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Orioles lineup today includes Pedro Alvarez

March 13, 2016, 3:59am

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SARASOTA, Fla. - Pedro Alvarez makes his Orioles debut this afternoon, batting cleanup and playing first base against the Twins in Fort Myers. Hyun Soo Kim is in left field and Jonathan Schoop is at second base. Caleb Joseph is behind the plate. Matt Wieters wasn't scheduled to make the trip, and he's out indefinitely after leaving yesterday's game with a sore right elbow. For the Orioles Joey Rickard CF Ryan Flaherty 3B Christian Walker DH Pedro Alvarez 1B Jonathan Schoop 2B Hyun Soo Kim LF...

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Orioles and Twins meet up again today

March 12, 2016, 6:17pm

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SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles are playing the Twins again today. It's getting stalkerish. This is the fourth game between the teams in 13 days and they're going to meet again March 17 and 22. The back-to-back games are coming against the same team that the Orioles will face to open the season, beginning on April 4 at Camden Yards. It's a bit strange, not to mention inconvenient. "Of course it is," said manager Buck Showalter. "Are we going to end there? Playing teams back to back in the...

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Showalter provides updates on Wieters and roster cuts following 8-1 win (updated)

March 12, 2016, 11:40am

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Showalter provides updates on Wieters and roster cuts following 8-1 win (updated)

SARASOTA, Fla. - X-rays taken this afternoon on Matt Wieters' right elbow didn't raise any concerns among the Orioles, according to manager Buck Showalter, who met with the media following an 8-1 victory over the Twins. The Orioles no longer are winless in the Grapefruit League, but all of the attention fell upon Wieters, who left for a pinch-hitter in the bottom of the first inning. "Just elbow soreness and decided not to take a chance with him," Showalter said. "Just get him out of...

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Game update and Ubaldo Jimenez on today's outing (O's win 8-1)

March 12, 2016, 10:28am

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Game update and Ubaldo Jimenez on today's outing (O's win 8-1)

ORIOLES QUICK WRAP Score: Orioles 8, Twins 1 Recap: The Orioles won their first game and are 1-10-2, but Matt Wieters left after the top of the first inning with right elbow soreness. Ubaldo Jimenez allowed one run and four hits in 3 1/3 innings, with one walk and two strikeouts. Manny Machado had two doubles, an RBI and a run scored through two innings. Mark Trumbo delivered a two-run single in the first. Audry Perez, who replaced Wieters, singled and hit a two-run homer. Steve Tolleson added...