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Ortiz drives in three in debut and Orioles win 7-4 (updated)

Ortiz drives in three in debut and Orioles win 7-4 (updated)

DETROIT – Joey Ortiz watched a four-seam fastball go past him for a strike in his first major league at-bat,...

Roch Kubatko April 28, 2023 1:42 am
Hyde and Ortiz talk about the infield prospect’s promotion to the majors (plus other notes)

Hyde and Ortiz talk about the infield prospect’s promotion to the majors (plus other notes)

DETROIT – Facing three left-handed starters in a four-game series against the Tigers prompted the Orioles to recall infield prospect...

Roch Kubatko April 27, 2023 9:45 pm
Ortiz at second base tonight for major league debut

Ortiz at second base tonight for major league debut

DETROIT – The Orioles take their 16-8 record, second-best in the American League, to Comerica Park for the start of...

Roch Kubatko April 27, 2023 7:34 pm
Holmes on Orioles relievers: “It doesn’t surprise me, what they’re doing”

Holmes on Orioles relievers: “It doesn’t surprise me, what they’re doing”

The regression that’s so common with major league bullpens from one year to the next, deserving of an attached warning...

Roch Kubatko April 27, 2023 8:00 am
Orioles claim another series with 6-2 victory over Red Sox (updated)

Orioles claim another series with 6-2 victory over Red Sox (updated)

Tyler Wells had the stuff today when a situation called for it. Not at his fingertips throughout his start. Just...

Roch Kubatko April 26, 2023 7:34 pm
Orioles pregame notes on Hays, Mateo, Givens, Tate and Handley

Orioles pregame notes on Hays, Mateo, Givens, Tate and Handley

Orioles outfielder Austin Hays has avoided the injured list after bruising his right hand last night while attempting a bunt...

Roch Kubatko April 26, 2023 3:59 pm
Hays and Mateo out of today’s Orioles lineup

Hays and Mateo out of today’s Orioles lineup

Austin Hays is out of today’s lineup, as the Orioles try to win their sixth series of the year. Hays...

Roch Kubatko April 26, 2023 2:05 pm
Orioles waiting to wonder how they make room for returning relievers

Orioles waiting to wonder how they make room for returning relievers

Dillon Tate made it back on a mound last night beyond the tedious bullpen sessions and simulated action. He was...

Roch Kubatko April 26, 2023 8:02 am
Bradish and Hays bruised early and Orioles rally late in 8-6 loss (updated)

Bradish and Hays bruised early and Orioles rally late in 8-6 loss (updated)

Kyle Bradish issued a walk and took a brief stroll. Off the mound and toward first base, his eyes locked...

Roch Kubatko April 26, 2023 1:03 am
Cora explains comments that Hyde deems disrespectful

Cora explains comments that Hyde deems disrespectful

Orioles manager Brandon Hyde spent part of last night’s media session praising his hitters, saying it was the best offensive...

Roch Kubatko April 25, 2023 9:00 pm