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Ryan Romano: Wade Miley isn't this bad, but he has struggled

September 20, 2016, 5:20am

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Ryan Romano: Wade Miley isn't this bad, but he has struggled

Across April, May, June and July, not a single left-handed pitcher started for the Orioles. The club made sure that would change in August by swinging for the Mariners' Wade Miley, a veteran southpaw with a history of reliability and durability. Yet while Miley has taken the hill every fifth day for the O's, he hasn't pitched very well - opponents have roughed him up for a 7.55 ERA in nine starts and only 39 1/3 innings. As the de facto replacement for Wei-Yin Chen, Miley needs to perform...

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Opposite dugout: Red Sox take three-game lead into crucial series

September 19, 2016, 3:32am

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Opposite dugout: Red Sox take three-game lead into crucial series

Manager: John Farrell (4th season) Record: 85-64 Last 10 games: 7-3 Who to watch: 2B Dustin Pedroia (.324 average with 189 hits); DH David Ortiz (.317 average with 34 HR, 116 RBIs); RF Mookie Betts (.314 average with 30 HR, 106 RBIs); SS Hanley Ramirez (28 HR with 150 hits); RHP Rick Porcello (20-4, 3.12 ERA); RHP David Price (16-8, 3.91 ERA). Season series vs. Orioles: 7-8 Pitching probables: September 19: RHP Rick Porcello vs. RHP Dylan Bundy, 7:05 p.m., MASNSeptember 20: LHP Eduardo...

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Andrew Stetka: Finishing with non-losing record still an underrated sight

September 19, 2016, 4:44am

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Andrew Stetka: Finishing with non-losing record still an underrated sight

It hit me like a ton of bricks the other day. I suppose I was caught up in the aftermath of a thrilling win that took a perfect relay throw to seal it: Michael Bourn to Manny Machado to Matt Wieters for the tag and win. It preserved Zach Britton's 44th save of the season and capped a comeback from four runs down. It also ensured that the Orioles, for a fifth straight season, won't be losers. Last year, of course, it took winning the final five games of the season to accomplish this feat....

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Matthew Taylor: On the tortuous nature of September baseball

September 16, 2016, 5:15am

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Matthew Taylor: On the tortuous nature of September baseball

My wife and I discussed pennant races Thursday night shortly after the Orioles dropped a disappointing 7-6 decision to the Rays. She concluded our brief conversation with this simple truth: "So they're fun when you're winning, but they stink when you're losing." Truer words were never spoken. Moments later, the Red Sox completed a ninth-inning comeback versus the Yankees with a three-run walk-off home run, and I commenced an unmitigated assault on our defenseless bedroom pillows. Grown men...

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Zach Wilt: As weather cools, O's starting pitching heats up

September 15, 2016, 5:16am

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Zach Wilt: As weather cools, O's starting pitching heats up

Like most people across the country, I updated my phone's firmware to its fancy new version yesterday evening. I've gotta have those updated emojis and goofy message effects that all my friends are talking about. After it completed, I was sure that something went wrong because the calendar app read "September 14," but according to the Orioles' matchup against the Red Sox that I was watching, it was surely October. The road crowd at Fenway Park was raucous and every pitch seemed to have...

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Opposite dugout: Rays hoping to buck recent trend vs. O's

September 15, 2016, 2:55am

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Opposite dugout: Rays hoping to buck recent trend vs. O's

Manager: Kevin Cash (2nd season) Record: 62-83 Last 10 games: 4-6 Who to watch: 2B Logan Forsythe (.279 average with 19 HR, 50 RBIs); 3B Evan Longoria (32 HR, 155 hits); SS Brad Miller (72 RBIs, 122 hits); RHP Jake Odorizzi (9-6, 3.81 ERA); RHP Chris Archer (8-18 with 217 strikeouts); RHP Alex Colome (2.01 ERA with 32 saves). Season series vs. Orioles: 4-11 Pitching probables: September 15: LHP Blake Snell vs. RHP Yovani Gallardo, 7:05 p.m., MASNSeptember 16: RHP Chris Archer vs. RHP Ubaldo...

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Dillon Atkinson: Could O's use four-man rotation in playoffs?

September 14, 2016, 5:59am

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Dillon Atkinson: Could O's use four-man rotation in playoffs?

Following Tuesday night's 6-3 win over the Red Sox, the Orioles are tied for the first wild card spot and second place in the American League East - being just two games back - with the Blue Jays. The Birds, 79-66, face the Red Sox again tonight in the rubber match of a three-game set at Fenway. O's young right-hander Kevin Gausman will counter Boston's Cy Young candidate Rick Porcello. With the Orioles winning the series in Detroit and winning last night's ball game, a win in Boston...

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Ryan Romano: What's missing in Britton's dominating campaign?

September 13, 2016, 5:24am

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Ryan Romano: What's missing in Britton's dominating campaign?

Even though Orioles fans get to watch him take the hill constantly, sometimes I think we still don't truly appreciate how great Zach Britton is. The organization developed him as a starting pitcher, but after flopping in that role, he looked like another bust. Nowadays, he never starts anything - he just finishes things. Since his move to the bullpen in 2014, he's put up an ERA of 1.45, which trails only Wade Davis among qualified relievers. Now that he leads the majors in 2016 ERA at 0.63,...

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Opposite dugout: Powerful bats, strong arms have kept Red Sox in contention

September 10, 2016, 12:23pm

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Opposite dugout: Powerful bats, strong arms have kept Red Sox in contention

Manager: John Farrell (6th season) Record: 80-62 Last 10 games: 7-3 Who to watch: 2B Dustin Pedroia (.329 with 182 hits), DH David Ortiz (.315 with 32 HR, 110 RBIs), RF Mookie Betts (.314 with 30 HR, 102 RBIs), SS Xander Bogaerts (.299 with 173 hits, 29 doubles), LHP David Price (15-8, 3.87 ERA), RHP Rick Porcello (20-3, 3.1 ERA), RHP Craig Kimbrel (2.78 ERA with 25 saves). Season series vs. Orioles: 6-6 Pitching probables: Sept. 12: LHP Wade Miley vs. LHP David Price, 7:10 p.m., MASN2 Sept....

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Andrew Stetka: O's giving fans something to cheer about in September

September 12, 2016, 4:40am

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Andrew Stetka: O's giving fans something to cheer about in September

It's the middle of September and you are still watching and enjoying baseball. OK, so maybe you didn't watch much baseball yesterday with the return of the NFL to your television set. But in general, you are still watching baseball in mid-September, and you're doing it with a purpose. That's something that Orioles fans have taken for granted over the last half decade or so. It's hard to believe, but this is the fifth straight season the O's are giving fans really meaningful baseball down...

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Yard Work: Episode 13

September 09, 2016, 9:48am

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Hey, O's fans. We're back with another episode of Yard Work. On this week's edition.... Steve Melewski is in Detroit, ready to follow the Orioles as they get set for a pivotal three-game series against the Tigers. Both teams are fighting for the playoffs and wins and losses during September can make or break the season. Needless to say, this is the biggest series of the year for the Birds, at least until the next one. Melewski checks in from the Motor City. In injury news, fans are...

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Matthew Taylor: Revolving rotation usually doesn't end well

September 09, 2016, 5:57am

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Matthew Taylor: Revolving rotation usually doesn't end well

How many starting pitchers did the Baltimore Orioles use during the 2012 season? That's the question that came to mind for me this week when I learned that the Los Angeles Dodgers are on course to make the playoffs for a second consecutive season while using 15 or more starters. This year's Dodgers would join last year's Dodgers and the 1989 San Francisco Giants as the only teams ever to use that many different starters and still qualify for the postseason. The Orioles have come to know a...

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Opposite dugout: Fast-closing Tigers boast a formidable offensive attack

September 07, 2016, 12:40pm

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Opposite dugout: Fast-closing Tigers boast a formidable offensive attack

Manager: Brad Ausmus (3rd season) Record: 75-64 Last 10 games: 6-4 Who to watch: RF J.D. Martinez (.319, 20 HR, 56 RBIs), 1B Miguel Cabrera (.315/.389/.553 with 31 HR, 87 RBIs), DH Victor Martinez (.293 with 25 HR, 75 RBIs), 2B Ian Kinsler (25 HR, 72 RBIs), LF Justin Upton (22 HR, 70 RBIs), RHP Michael Fulmer (10-6, 2.77 ERA), RHP Justin Verlander (14-7, 3.28 ERA), RHP Francisco Rodriguez (39 saves, 2.81 ERA) Season series vs. Orioles: 1-3 Pitching probables: Sept. 9: RHP Kevin Gausman vs. RHP...

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Zach Wilt: Bundy's been solid, but it's time for a breather

September 08, 2016, 5:10am

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Zach Wilt: Bundy's been solid, but it's time for a breather

Despite his recent struggles, Dylan Bundy is telling Orioles fans everything they want to hear. He feels fine, his arm isn't an issue and he's comfortable pitching every fifth day. Unfortunately, the results just haven't been there for Bundy of late. He's pitched to a 6.46 ERA over his last five starts and his fastball velocity has dipped from 95-96 miles per hour to 92-93. Whatever numbers Bundy finishes with in 2016, he's been a terrific story this season for the Orioles. The guy hadn't...

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Dillon Atkinson: O's power bats are surging at the right time

September 07, 2016, 7:00am

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Dillon Atkinson: O's power bats are surging at the right time

In the month of June, the Orioles had one of the hottest, if not the hottest, offense in the big leagues. However, when the calendar flipped to July, the bats went cold and the club's top three sluggers weren't anywhere to be found. For a team that is so reliant on its offense since it has a thin pitching staff, many rightfully assumed success wouldn't be likely. And it wasn't. In July and August combined, the O's had a 25-30 record. With an inconsistent rotation and a slumping offense,...

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Ryan Romano: Digging into Kevin Gausman's clutch season

September 06, 2016, 5:36am

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Ryan Romano: Digging into Kevin Gausman's clutch season

For a few years now, Chris Tillman has carried the title of Orioles ace, but someone else might have taken his throne. After his third straight shutout start, Kevin Gausman has lowered his season ERA to 3.58, the best mark among Baltimore starters. He has the peripherals to back that up, too - his FIP and xFIP both lead the team, as well. Although it took him some time to arrive at this point, the 25-year-old righty has finally broken out, and his ability to perform under pressure has...

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Andrew Stetka: Orioles' call-ups leave much to be desired

September 04, 2016, 8:02pm

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As I've watched a number of players get the call-up across baseball over the last few days, one thing continues to weigh heavily on my mind. The Orioles don't have anyone in the farm system that really excites you. Sure, there are a few players who may end up being contributors one day. But none of these players really get you excited in the way that we've seen across the league. The Orioles could use a spark from the minors right now as they push to make the playoffs, but they aren't...

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Opposite dugout: Rays hoping to spoil hopes of division rival

September 04, 2016, 6:38pm

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Opposite dugout: Rays hoping to spoil hopes of division rival

Manager: Kevin Cash (2nd season) Record: 58-77 Last 10 games: 5-5 Who to watch: 2B Logan Forsythe (.283 with 17 HR, 46 RBIs), 3B Evan Longoria (.282 with 31 HR, 85 RBIs), SS Brad Miller (118 hits, 26 HR), RHP Jake Odorizzi (9-5, 3.56 ERA), RHP Matt Andriese (6-6, 4.19 ERA). Season series vs. Orioles: 3-9 Pitching probables: Sept. 5: RHP Ubaldo Jimenez vs. RHP Matt Andriese, 1:10 p.m., MASNSept. 6: RHP Yovani Gallardo vs. RHP Jake Odorizzi, 7:10 p.m., MASNSept. 7: RHP Dylan Bundy vs. LHP...

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Dollars for doughnuts: Gausman family doing its part to assist flood victims

September 02, 2016, 11:15am

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Dollars for doughnuts: Gausman family doing its part to assist flood victims

Louisiana isn't home to any Major League Baseball teams. In fact, the closest big league ballpark to the state's capital of Baton Rouge is a nearly 4 1/2-hour drive to Houston, where the Astros call home. Yet in Baltimore, one pitcher and former Louisiana resident is doing his part do help those affected by the horrific flooding that arrived unannounced on Aug. 12, and left a state and countless parishes with broken homes and businesses. Orioles pitcher Kevin Gausman and his fiancÃ©e have...

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Matthew Taylor: A trip with my son to remind me what baseball is all about

September 02, 2016, 4:25am

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Matthew Taylor: A trip with my son to remind me what baseball is all about

It's been a tough week in Birdland. It's times like these when I think irrational thoughts, like wondering if being a baseball fan is worth the aggravation. The ballpark trip I took with my son last weekend reminds me that it's about more than the outcome of games. Here's the story of the first of what I hope will be many annual summer baseball trips together: With the final out of an early half-inning having been recorded, the Chattanooga Lookouts' promotions announcer sprung into action,...