NASHVILLE - I've never been so happy to be so busy than I was today - so I didn't have to think about last night's Redskins game. But I didn't have to find any of my colleagues today, so that counts as a win. The day started with reports breaking that the Nationals were signing free agent right-handed reliever Shawn Kelley, who joins lefty Oliver Perez in general manager Mike Rizzo's revamping bullpen. Rizzo would say later in the day that no deal was done, but the Nats are in...

NASHVILLE - Last night at the Winter Meetings, I recorded a video interview with ESPN's Keith Law where we primarily discussed Chris Davis' free agency. After we recorded this interview, my colleague Roch Kubatko broke the news via Twitter that the Orioles have made a huge offer to Davis. He tweeted the following: Sounds like no progress was made in #orioles talks with Boras regarding Chris Davis. Its believed Os offer in neighborhood of $150 mil. -- Roch Kubatko (@masnRoch) December 9,...

NASHVILLE - Joe Torre, the chief baseball officer of Major League Baseball, likes how instant replay has become part of the game and he doesn't see any major changes coming for 2016. "We're going to probably make adjustments or tweaks to it as the technology gets better," Torre said Tuesday on the second day of the Winter Meetings. "The Super Slow Mo gives us a better picture and we can see more things. The fact that we overturned 50 percent means that managers are getting more comfortable...

NASHVILLE - Is decision day for Chris Davis and the Orioles coming soon? The answer may well be yes, at least from the club's side. Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette met with Scott Boras, Davis' agent, this afternoon here at the Winter Meetings. There doesn't seem to be any indication that the sides are close to an agreement. At the same time, if the O's can't or don't get Davis, they may need to move on and address other needs. During his one-on-one interview today with...

NASHVILLE - Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette focused mostly on the free agent market today while searching for a left-handed bat and the trade market while searching for starting pitchers. With the cost of arms these days, the Orioles are hoping to fill a hole in the rotation and improve their depth by dealing with other clubs. Of course, the challenge is finding a match. "We made a little progress today on the market," Duquette said from his suite at the Gaylord Opryland Resort...

NASHVILLE - Before we get to the baseball updates, a personal note: I only got lost in the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center about seven times today. New record! Wandering from place to place around the hotel today, I was able to be behind the scenes for some very cool interviews and baseball moments. First of all, manager Buck Showalter joined MLB Network's "Hot Stove" to chat about a variety of topics, including the horse named after him by Peter Angelos. .@Orioles owner...

NASHVILLE - Day 2 of the Winter Meetings is winding down and the Nationals have yet to make any noise in Music City. Early morning reports that the Nats had landed free agent right-hander Shawn Kelley were apparently premature. In his daily media session, Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo confirmed the team has not completed a deal with Kelley, but said the team remains interested in the reliever. "I would call it that we're in communication with him," Rizzo said. Kelley, who will turn 32...

The Orioles today announced they have extended their working agreement with Class-A Delmarva, signing a two-year extension through the 2018 season. Arthur W. Perdue Stadium, home of the Delmarva Shorebirds, underwent renovations prior to the 2015 season which included remodeled clubhouses, training facilities, and batting cages. In 2016, the ballpark will feature a new playing surface as well as improved stadium lighting. The Shorebirds are also finalizing plans for several fan-centered...

NASHVILLE - Orioles vice president of baseball operations Brady Anderson wears many hats in the organization, and one of his most important roles involves setting up workout programs and training players in the organization. Now it's your turn. The Orioles have donated three items to Major League Baseball's online auction to raise money in the continuing fight against cancer. The auction is live on MLB.com until Thursday at 9 p.m. The Orioles are offering one fan a chance to be the public...

NASHVILLE - Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette met today with agent Scott Boras and said the discussion centered mostly on first baseman Chris Davis. However, he reminded the media that the Orioles are searching for left-handed bats, suggesting that they also talked about Pedro Alvarez and perhaps Denard Span. It doesn't appear that the Orioles made much progress regarding Davis. Duquette said the club has maintained an ongoing dialogue, but nothing is new today. Does Duquette have...