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Franco delivers heroics to put away Pirates (updated)
Bobby Blanco
Nationals
Entering the eighth inning of tonight’s game, the Nationals offense had yet to take advantage of the opportunity provided by starter Erick Fedde and the bullpen. In a low-scoring game, the only offense to that point had come in the sixth inning when Luis García came around to score after a leadoff double to the right-center gap. Back-to-back ground
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O's look to stay hot with Wells, plus Rutschman's homecoming
Brendan Mortensen
Orioles
Visiting the Mariners on May 5, 2021, John Means threw nine hitless innings, striking out 12 in the process.  “We were talking on the way here, last time we were here it was a pretty cool moment,” said manager Brandon Hyde. “Great story, and a really, really special day.” The O’s current starting staff does not include their ace, who underwent Tomm
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O's game blog: The series opener at Seattle
Steve Melewski
Orioles
After taking three of four games at Chicago, the Orioles' road trip moves on to Seattle tonight for the first of a three-game series. A win would give the O’s a big leg up on another series victory and a winning road trip, and would also clinch a winning month for the Orioles for the first time in nearly five years. They are 13-10 in June, outscori
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Clay recalled; Sánchez and Rogers to make rehab starts at Rochester
Bobby Blanco
Nationals
The Nationals returned from a five-game road trip and made a quick roster move before beginning a seven-game homestand tonight against the Pirates. They recalled left-hander Sam Clay from Triple-A Rochester and optioned fellow southpaw Francisco Perez to Rochester, bringing in a fresh lefty arm for the bullpen. Perez’s demotion comes after he allow
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Odor in Orioles lineup for series opener in Seattle
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
Rougned Odor has returned to the Orioles lineup tonight in Seattle, recovered from the back soreness that restricted him to one pinch-hitting appearance in Chicago. Odor is batting seventh, two spots behind Adley Rutschman and one behind Ryan Mountcastle. Jonathan Araúz is starting at third base after homering yesterday for his first hit as an Orio
Nats recall Clay, option Perez
MASN Staff
Nationals
The Washington Nationals recalled left-handed pitcher Sam Clay from Triple-A Rochester and optioned left-handed pitcher Francisco Perez to Triple-A Rochester on Monday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Clay, 29, joins the Nationals for his fourth Major League stint this season. He went
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Game 76 lineups: Nats vs. Pirates
Bobby Blanco
Nationals
The Nationals have returned home from a rare five-game American League road trip. They went 3-2 this week, splitting the two-game Battle of the Beltways series in Baltimore and winning a three-game set against the Rangers. After a brutal 3-8 homestand a week ago, the Nats have now won four of their last six games as they welcome the Pirates for thr
Kids Eat Free returns
MASN Staff
Nationals
The Washington Nationals today announced the return of Kids Eat Free, the popular first-of-its-kind program that debuted to rave reviews in 2019. Kids ages 12 and under can receive a free meal including a hot dog, choice of chips or applesauce, and bottled water or apple juice at all Nationals home games beginning Monday, June 27 (7:05 PM vs. PIT)
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Cowser, Mayo and Norby advance, plus Orioles-Mariners notes
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
Minors Monday brought another round of prospect promotions this afternoon. The Orioles have moved outfielder Colton Cowser and infielders Coby Mayo and Connor Norby from high Single-A Aberdeen to Double-A Bowie. Sixteen of the organization’s top 17 prospects per MLBPipeline.com are playing at the Double-A level or higher. Outfielder Heston Kjerstad
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Jim Callis: Why O's could go Termarr Johnson at No. 1.
Steve Melewski
Orioles
At a time when the Orioles are making real progress on the field and getting better in front of our eyes, another chance to greatly improve the organization is just around the corner. The 20-round 2022 First-Year Player Draft will be held July 17-19, providing a great chance for the Orioles to add to the so-called elite talent pipeline. It's produc