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The Orioles are continuing negotiations with pitcher Yovani Gallardo on a three-year contract. As expected, the talks have moved into the weekend. Don't say that I didn't warn you.
More details are being worked out, including the possibility of an option. I'll repeat that it looks encouraging, but nothing is imminent.
Meanwhile, it's interesting how the Orioles retain interest in three hitters who aren't exactly carbon copies.
Dexter Fowler and Jay Bruce would play right field. However,...
Sometimes we just overanalyze baseball players. That might be what it truly comes down to.
When I wrote an article yesterday with the headline of "As Yovani Gallardo's strikeout rate decreased, so did his ERA," that was a headline but also an indisputable fact.
But some fans were coming at me fast and furiously yesterday on Twitter. A good ERA is fine with some, but not with all. What about his FIP, his strikeout rate, his velocity, his second half?
Heck, I was surprised his choice for lunch...
Joe McIlvaine has returned to the Orioles as Senior Advisor, Player Personnel. He will advise the executive team at the Major League level and on scouting, with a strong focus on this year's draft.
McIlvaine was the New York Mets Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations from July 1993 thru July 1997. He was the Executive Vice President, Baseball Operations & General Manager of the San Diego Padres from October 1990 until moving to the Mets in 1993. Prior to being hired by the Padres,...
If you've got a thing for bobbleheads, the Nationals will make you happy in 2016 by giving you the opportunity to add a few new pieces to your collection.
The Nats have released their 2016 promotional schedule, and it includes six bobbleheads - two depicting Max Scherzer's no-hitters (May 23 and Aug. 26) along with nodders of new manager Dusty Baker (July 19), a Racing President (July 3) and National League MVP Bryce Harper (May 11). There will also be a fans' choice bobblehead issued on...
Following the reveal of select Nationals 2016 promotional items on the team's Twitter account (@nationals), the full 2016 promotional calendar is now available online at nationals.com/promotions.
"We seek to enhance the excitement on the field by creating an equally engaging experience in the ballpark, and a big part of that is our promotional giveaways," said Valerie Camillo, chief revenue and marketing officer for the Nationals. "This season, as fans enter the gates, we will hand out...
C.J. Riefenhauser is on the move again.
The Cubs claimed Riefenhauser off waivers today after the Orioles designated him for assignment last week. They designated left-hander Edgar Olmos for assignment to make room for Riefenhauser.
In a strange twist, the Cubs had claimed Olmos from the Orioles on Dec. 23.
The Rays traded Riefenhauser to the Mariners on Nov. 5. The Orioles acquired Riefenhauser and first baseman/outfielder Mark Trumbo on Dec. 2 for catcher Steve Clevenger. Now comes today's...
Last week, we showed you the Orioles packing up the truck headed for spring training. This week, we show you the truck arriving at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Fla.
The truck has arrived! Nearly 1,000 miles from Oriole Park...Hello, Ed Smith Stadium! #OrangeSpring pic.twitter.com/tPIdX1BhsR
-- Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) February 8, 2016
Unpacking in Sarasota! #OrangeSpring pic.twitter.com/l8yhxUB2Xe
-- Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) February 8, 2016
Yes, you need bats, gloves, balls,...
SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles have reached an agreement with right-hander Yovani Gallardo on a three-year contract worth $35 million, according to multiple sources, filling the spot in their rotation vacated by Wei-Yin Chen. The deal includes a $13 million option and is contingent on Gallardo passing his physical, which could take place Sunday.
Update: I'm told the physical is more likely to take place on Monday.
It's not the last order of business, but they're getting closer.
The club...
Do you know how I know it's almost time for baseball? Truck Day.
The annual tradition of packing up a 53-foot tractor trailer and shipping it off from Nats Park to Viera, Fla., took place on Monday. It gets you excited for pitchers and catchers reporting next Thursday, but it also means this next week is going to feel like the longest of the year.
Next step: Viera! Watch the #Nats load up their 53-foot truck with spring training equipment. #IBackTheNats 🚚☀ï¸âš¾ï¸...
Although he never owned the headlines with a splashy move this offseason, Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo significantly altered the complexion of his team's roster. With the new additions, the Nationals should be a more consistent hitting team that fills bases along with a crew of veteran relievers who hopefully can secure leads.
So which Nationals newcomer will have the biggest impact in 2016?
Daniel Murphy was Rizzo's biggest free agent acquisition this past winter. A 2006 13th-round...