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Britton trying to save organization's reputation

April 26, 2016, 8:46pm

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Britton trying to save organization's reputation

ST. PETERBURG, Fla. - Given the responsibility of closing out games for the Orioles, left-hander Zach Britton also wants to shut down the steady stream of criticism directed at the organization for failing to develop its young pitchers. It's become a sensitive topic. Jake Arrieta has thrown two no-hitters and won a Cy Young Award since the Orioles traded him to the Cubs three years ago. It was supposed to happen in Baltimore, for the team that selected him in the fifth round of the 2007 First...

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Wrapping up a 3-1 loss

April 26, 2016, 7:00pm

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - One run in 26 innings. The story of another loss tonight can be told in many ways, but the main plot continues to center on an offense that can't catch a break or break out. The Orioles dropped their second series in a row, losing to the Rays 3-1 at Tropicana Field. They'll try to avoid the sweep on Wednesday before heading home. Chris Davis led off the fourth inning with a hustle double and scored on Mark Trumbo's single into left field. The next two batters reached...

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Rickard remains in lineup, seeks solution to slump (O's lose 3-1)

April 26, 2016, 2:59pm

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Rickard remains in lineup, seeks solution to slump (O's lose 3-1)

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Orioles manager Buck Showalter said he was tempted to start Hyun Soo Kim in left field tonight but decided to keep Rule 5 pick Joey Rickard in the lineup. Kim's chances become more limited with the Rays starting left-hander Matt Moore on Wednesday and the White Sox starting three southpaws in a four-game series at Camden Yards. "I consider everybody getting in there," Showalter said. "I thought about it because three of the next four games' (starters) are...

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Pregame notes on Harvey, Jones and Hardy

April 26, 2016, 2:15pm

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Pregame notes on Harvey, Jones and Hardy

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Hunter Harvey is scheduled to pitch two innings Thursday afternoon at extended spring training in Sarasota. Harvey had been shut down for a second time with discomfort in his groin. The injury first surfaced on March 29 during Harvey's third inning of work in a minor league game at Twin Lakes Park. Harvey has pitched in simulated games after being cleared to throw again. The Orioles will assign Harvey to Single-A Frederick after he's deemed ready to join the...

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Orioles and Rays lineups

April 26, 2016, 11:44am

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Joey Rickard is leading off again tonight for the Orioles despite a 1-for-16 slump. Mark Trumbo is in right field and Pedro Alvarez is the designated hitter. Adam Jones appeared to be in pain last night after a hard swing in the ninth inning, but he remains in the lineup. The Orioles are 4-7 in their last 11 games following a 7-0 start. For the Orioles Joey Rickard LF Adam Jones CF Manny Machado 3B Chris Davis 1B Mark Trumbo RF J.J. Hardy SS Pedro Alvarez DH Jonathan...

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Starters set for Orioles-White Sox series at Camden Yards

April 26, 2016, 8:44am

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Barring an unforeseen change, former Orioles pitcher Miguel Gonzalez won't make a start later this week at Camden Yards. The redemption angle is shot. The White Sox's starters for their four-game series don't include Gonzalez, who made his debut last night after the club purchased his contract from Triple-A Charlotte. Tyler Wilson will oppose John Danks in the opener Thursday night. Carlos Rodon, Mat Latos and Chris Sale are listed as the other starters for the White...

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More on the second base situation (and notes)

April 25, 2016, 8:40pm

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More on the second base situation (and notes)

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - J.J. Hardy has played 1,374 games at shortstop and none at any other position. Manny Machado has played 461 games at third base, nine at shortstop and none at any other position. Chris Davis has played 670 games at first base, 91 at third and 71 in the outfield. He's also made one relief appearance. Pedro Alvarez has played 554 games at third base, 129 at first and none at any other position. Caleb Joseph has caught in 180 games and played five at first base. In the...

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Wrapping up today's roster move and a 2-0 loss

April 25, 2016, 6:54pm

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Wrapping up today's roster move and a 2-0 loss

ST. PETERBURG, Fla. - Orioles manager Buck Showalter said he'd check later on Adam Jones to find out whether his center fielder was hurting again or annoyed during an at-bat in the top of the ninth inning. Jones took a big swing and missed a pitch from Rays reliever Erasmo Ramirez, circled the batter's box while grimacing and hit a slow roller to the mound. Showalter doesn't know whether Jones was experiencing more discomfort in his rib area. "I saw some of the same things you did," he...

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Alvarez living up to BP billing, Gausman goes five innings (O's lose 2-0)

April 25, 2016, 4:56pm

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Alvarez living up to BP billing, Gausman goes five innings (O's lose 2-0)

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Orioles manager Buck Showalter sat in the dugout during batting practice today and interrupted his own thought to marvel at a ball launched by slumping slugger Pedro Alvarez. He was scrambling for the right words, as if it were one of those "you had to be there" moments. Reporters had their backs turned to the field, but Showalter said the ball hit just below the scoreboard in center field. Upon further inspection, it's still perched in its landing spot. Showalter...

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Paredes on his rehab assignment, plus other notes (updated)

April 25, 2016, 3:10pm

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Paredes on his rehab assignment, plus other notes (updated)

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Jimmy Paredes will play at Double-A Bowie the next two nights, report to Single-A Frederick for one game and rejoin the Baysox. The left wrist is pain-free and he's ready for a rehab assignment. "I'm feeling very well, I'm feeling very good. I'm good to go," said Paredes, who joined the Orioles from extended spring training in Sarasota. "I'm good. I'm excited. I want to get back. It's hard to be in (extended). I feel good because I feel right. I feel like my...

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Orioles option Ryan Flaherty

April 25, 2016, 2:21pm

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Orioles have optioned infielder Ryan Flaherty to Triple-A Norfolk to create a roster spot for starter Kevin Gausman. The decision leaves manager Buck Showalter with a short bench, but the bullpen and rotation remain intact. For how long is another matter, but Flaherty must stay down for at least 10 days unless he replaces an injured player. Flaherty was 2-for-10 in four games this season. He started at third base yesterday, with Manny Machado replacing J.J. Hardy at...

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Updates on Jimmy Paredes and Yovani Gallardo

April 25, 2016, 1:02pm

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Updates on Jimmy Paredes and Yovani Gallardo

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Jimmy Paredes will begin his injury rehab assignment Tuesday night at Double-A Bowie with another game Wednesday night. Paredes, who's working out today at Tropicana Field, said he'll then report to Single-A Frederick for one game before returning to Bowie. Yovani Gallardo confirmed today that he has tendinitis in his right shoulder. Team orthopedist Dr. Michael Jacobs examined Gallardo, who underwent an MRI on the shoulder after working only two innings Friday night in...

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Orioles and Rays lineups

April 25, 2016, 11:33am

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Mark Trumbo is batting fifth and playing right field while riding a nine-game hitting streak. Manny Machado is batting second and moves back to third base. His 16-game hitting streak came to an end in yesterday's finale in Kansas City. J.J. Hardy returns to the starting lineup after yesterday's off-day, batting seventh and playing shortstop. Kevin Gausman is set to come off the disabled list and make his 2016 debut. The Orioles have not yet announced a corresponding...

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Orioles claim David Hale off waivers

April 25, 2016, 10:34am

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Orioles claimed right-hander David Hale off waivers from the Rockies today and optioned him to Triple-A Norfolk. The Rockies designated Hale, 28, for assignment on Friday. Hale made two relief appearances with the Rockies this season and allowed three runs and four hits. He also walked two batters. In two starts with Triple-A Albequerque, Hale allowed one run and five hits and struck out seven batters over six innings. Hale was 5-5 with a 6.09 ERA in 17 games (12...

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A few early notes

April 25, 2016, 9:29am

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Orioles still haven't announced their corresponding roster move that allows Kevin Gausman to come off the disabled list and start tonight against the Rays. Yovani Gallardo is with the team and will receive treatment from the athletic training staff while the Orioles engage in their three-game series. An MRI yesterday didn't reveal any damage to Gallardo's right shoulder beyond the wear and tear that already showed up during his physical. A team official said...

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Kevin Gausman set to make 2016 debut

April 24, 2016, 6:01pm

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Yovani Gallardo is expected to meet up with the Orioles in St. Petersburg, Fla. for their three-game series against the Rays at Tropicana Field. Gallardo will receive treatment from head athletic trainer Richie Bancells after undergoing an MRI yesterday to confirm that his health issue is right shoulder and biceps tendinitis. And to figure out what's causing it. A cortisone injection will shut down Gallardo for a few days. Gallardo leaves the rotation and Kevin Gausman enters it. Gausman will...

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Joey Rickard on All-Star ballot

April 24, 2016, 9:53am

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Orioles rookie Joey Rickard is listed on the ballot for the 2016 All-Star Game, to be played July 12 in San Diego. Rickard, Adam Jones and Mark Trumbo are included among the American League outfielders. Rickard, the Rule 5 pick from the Rays, leads major league rookies with 22 hits heading into today's games. The Orioles also are represented by first baseman Chris Davis, second baseman Jonathan Schoop, shortstop J.J. Hardy, third baseman Manny Machado, catcher Matt Wieters and designated...

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Orioles and Royals lineups

April 24, 2016, 8:06am

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Manny Machado is playing shortstop today in the Orioles' series finale against the Royals in Kansas City. Ryan Flaherty is starting at third base while J.J. Hardy takes a seat on the bench. Machado has recorded an extra-base hit in a career-high seven consecutive games (five doubles, three home runs), the longest streak by an Orioles player since Chris Davis in 2013. Machado also has recorded an RBI in a career-high six consecutive games, the longest active streak in the majors. All 15 of Mark...

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Today's pitching matchup and an assortment of notes

April 23, 2016, 7:43pm

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Today's pitching matchup and an assortment of notes

Mike Wright continues to be linked to Tyler Wilson, no matter where they are and what roles they handle. Wright is starting today's series finale in Kansas City after Wilson allowed three runs in five innings last night and picked up the win. Wright faced the Royals once last year and surrendered four runs and four hits over five innings in a Sept. 11 start at Camden Yards. Lorenzo Cain homered twice in three at-bats against Wright, who's 1-1 with a 5.73 ERA in two starts this...

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Orioles place Gallardo on DL and activate Matusz (updated)

April 23, 2016, 12:02pm

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The Orioles have placed pitcher Yovani Gallardo on the 15-day disabled list with "right shoulder bicep tendinitis," according to the team. Gallardo's spot on the 25-man roster will be filled by reliever Brian Matusz, who comes off the disabled list. Gallardo worked only two innings last night in Kansas City and threw 45 pitches before exiting the game. He flew back to Baltimore and underwent an examination from team orthopedist Dr. Michael Jacobs. An MRI will be performed tomorrow. The bicep...