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Russell on collisions, expanded replay and the roster

Russell on collisions, expanded replay and the roster
Now that the Major League Baseball Rules Committee has voted to outlaw collisions at home plate, the question hanging over the sport is how it's going to be enforced. Runners will be required to slide into home plate, not initiate contact with the catcher. And catchers no longer will be permitted to block the plate. Runners must be given a path to the plate, just as fielders do at any base. Catchers must tag them instead of impersonating a brick wall. This movement gained steam after...
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Orioles remain in the running for Yoon, expected to scout Castillo

Orioles remain in the running for Yoon, expected to scout Castillo
The Orioles continue to work the international market while seeking upgrades, and they remain in the running to sign Korean pitcher Suk-min Yoon. A member of the organization watched Yoon throw during the weekend on the Cal-Irvine campus, along with a representative for the Giants. It wasn't anyone in international scouting, but the Orioles had a presence. Executive vice president Dan Duquette declined comment on Yoon during Saturday's FanFest at the Baltimore Convention Center. "We...
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Norris wants fans to know this Bud's for them

Norris wants fans to know this Bud's for them
Orioles fans had a chance to watch Bud Norris pitch last season. Or they didn't. Technically, Norris wore an Orioles uniform after the July 31 trade with the Astros. He made nine starts and two relief appearances. But it wasn't the real Norris. The Orioles scratched him from a September start against the Blue Jays because of elbow soreness, a condition that hindered him over that final month. He was Norris, but he wasn't quite right. Does he feel as though Orioles fans haven't really...
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Leftovers from FanFest

Leftovers from FanFest
Anyone surprised that FanFest drew more than 15,000 people yesterday at the Baltimore Convention Center? Yes, the attendance fell short of the 18,000 in 2013, but judging by a few comments here, I assumed that yesterday's crowd would rival a Tuesday night at Applebee's. Not much news came out of the event. Manny Machado poured a little cold water on the optimism that he'd be ready on opening day. Just being cautious, I suppose, but fans would have preferred a Joe Namath-type guarantee that...
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Chris Davis: "I'd love to stay here"

Chris Davis: "I'd love to stay here"
Earlier today, Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette told season plan holders that the club offered first baseman Chris Davis a long-term deal, but nothing came of it. "Really?" Davis said while meeting with reporters this afternoon. "Did he say anything else? Dang it. Keep me up to speed on that. "I know they talked at the end of last year, but obviously nothing came to a head. It's something we're going to have to wait and see. It's not my job to worry about that. "I've...
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Machado uncertain about opening day

Machado uncertain about opening day
Though he's been cleared to start some baseball activities, Orioles third baseman Manny Machado can't guarantee that he'll be in the lineup for the March 31 opener at Camden Yards. Machado is allowed to hit and can start running, but he's not permitted to run the bases or take off after making contact at the plate. "Not full-go yet, but it's a process," he said today at FanFest. "Little by little, I'll be able to get back out there and put on a uniform and play, but that was...
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Hearing from Markakis, Pearce, Urrutia and Reimold

Hearing from Markakis, Pearce, Urrutia and Reimold
Today's attendance at FanFest is 15,000, the second-highest total behind last year's 18,000. And more fans are filing into the building. Nick Markakis is entering his final season before free agency unless the Orioles pick up his $17.5 million option for 2015. Brian Roberts already left, signing a one-year deal with the Yankees. Does Markakis think about how he's in similar situation? "That I'm going to play for the Yankees? No, not at all," he quipped. Thick beard, dry sense of...
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More from Duquette

More from Duquette
Orioles manager Buck Showalter still figures that third baseman Manny Machado will be ready for opening day as long as he's playing in exhibition games the middle of March. Shouldn't be an issue. Showalter will slow-play left-hander Troy Patton, who must serve a 25-game suspension to start the season. Patton may not find many innings in Grapefruit League games. Nick Markakis is still sporting a full beard, thick enough to carry his glove. Executive vice president Dan Duquette met with...
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Notes on Chen, Pearce, Reimold and O'Day

Notes on Chen, Pearce, Reimold and O'Day
Wei-Yin Chen said his right knee feels fine after undergoing surgery in October to remove bone spurs. He expects to be ready when the season opens on March 31. "I was back in Taiwan and I took a rest for three months," Chen said through his new interpreter. "At this point, I feel like I'm pretty good and I will be able to get into the bullpen when spring training starts. I feel very good. Chen said the knee actually bothered him two seasons ago. "Doctors said to take some rest and...
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A few early notes from FanFest

A few early notes from FanFest
Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette and manager Buck Showalter kicked off a day-long series of fan forums by taking questions from season plan holders, a session that lasted about 30 minutes. J.J. Hardy can become a free agent after this season, and Duquette said the club will attempt to sign him to an extension before opening day, bringing a round of applause from the crowd. Duquette noted how the Orioles offered Chris Davis a long-term extension, "but it hasn't really...
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Finally time for FanFest

Finally time for FanFest
This will be the only blog entry I file today from outside the Baltimore Convention Center, barring late-breaking news as I'm heading back home in the evening. Don't hold your breath for the Orioles to announce a major signing at FanFest. It's doubtful that they would confirm a deal pending a physical - more fallout from the Grant Balfour debacle - and it would be extremely difficult to arrange and complete the exams, approve the results and get a signature on a contract before the crowd...
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Orioles sign Alex Gonzalez to minor league deal

Orioles sign Alex Gonzalez to minor league deal
The Orioles have signed veteran shortstop Alex Gonzalez to a minor league deal that includes an invitation to spring training, according to a team official. This is not the big announcement for FanFest. I repeat, this is not the big announcement for FanFest. It's also not an indication that the Orioles are trying to trade shortstop J.J. Hardy. They've expressed a desire to sign him to an extension before he hits the free agent market next winter. Gonzalez, who turns 37 next month, batted...
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Tillman on his mindset, opening day, workouts, Wallace and Britton

Tillman on his mindset, opening day, workouts, Wallace and Britton
Orioles pitcher Chris Tillman flew into Baltimore yesterday afternoon, an early arrival for this weekend's FanFest activities. So much has changed since the last time he signed autographs at the Baltimore Convention Center. Tillman was out of options and trying to make the club. Now he's the favorite to take the ball on opening day. What's the mindset this spring? "First, you've got to be ready. You've got to be ready for your teammates," Tillman said last night on the "Hot Stove...
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Duquette and Ferreira on the international acquisitions

Duquette and Ferreira on the international acquisitions
Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette and executive director of international recruiting Fred Ferreira spent a few minutes this afternoon providing additional information on today's international acquisitions. Earlier today, the club announced that it purchased first baseman Carlos Diaz, 17, from the Mexico City Red Devils and signed third baseman Jomar Reyes, 16, a native of Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic. Both players will report to the Gulf Coast League team. Ferreira...
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Orioles announce two international signings

Orioles announce two international signings
While Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette continues his search for a starting pitcher, the club has announced two international signings. The Orioles have purchased first baseman Carlos Diaz, 17, from the Mexico City Reds. Diaz, from Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico, stands 6-foot-2 and weights 200 lbs. He bats left and throws right. The Orioles also have signed 16-year-old international free agent Jomar Reyes, a third baseman from Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic. Reyes,...
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More on Machado's upcoming knee exam

More on Machado's upcoming knee exam
If Manny Machado's recovery from knee surgery doesn't rate as the highlight of the Orioles' offseason, it definitely belongs in the top two. Camden Yards didn't burn down. I'm not married to this list. Dylan Bundy is playing catch and could be pitching again at Double-A Bowie within the next five months. Matt Wieters is the only arbitration-eligible player on the club who hasn't signed for 2014. Outfielder David Lough and reliever Ryan Webb appear to be solid additions. The early...
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Reminder on Machado

Reminder on Machado
Orioles third baseman Manny Machado remains scheduled to have his left knee re-examined Friday morning in Los Angeles, the final step toward being cleared for baseball-related activities. As it was explained to me a few weeks ago, Machado will undergo a final dynamic functional testing, at which point he should be given the green light. Dr. Neal ElAttrache examined Machado's knee on Jan. 16 and told the third baseman that he's six to eight weeks ahead of schedule, according to a team...
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Orioles sign "other" Chad Tracy to minor league deal

Orioles sign "other" Chad Tracy to minor league deal
The Orioles have signed Chad Tracy to a minor league contract. The deal does not include an invitation to spring training. Not that Chad Tracy. This one is the son of former manager Jim Tracy. He spent the 2013 season at Triple-A Omaha and with the independent York Revolution. Tracy, 28, plays first base and left field, and has caught in 56 games. He spent his first six professional seasons in the Rangers organization and has also played in the Rockies and Royals systems. Tracy is a career...
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More on Burnett

More on Burnett
If nothing else, yesterday's news that A.J. Burnett wanted to pitch in 2014 generated a spirited debate among Orioles fans. The club should make an aggressive play for him. The club should avoid him and his inflated ERAs during his last two seasons with the Yankees, and focus on Bronson Arroyo, Ervin Santana or Ubaldo Jimenez. Choose a side. I'll gladly take Burnett and pair him with Chris Tillman. He's an upgrade for the rotation. He's a proven 200-innings guy with little risk. The...
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Reports: A.J. Burnett will pitch in 2014 (updated)

Reports: A.J. Burnett will pitch in 2014 (updated)
One of the Orioles' primary free agent targets, A.J. Burnett, has decided to pitch this season, according to multiple reports. The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review's Travis Sawchik was the first to report it. Burnett is willing to pitch for a team other than the Pirates, according to Sawchik, and will test the open market. The Orioles reached out to Burnett's agent at the Winter Meetings, but turned their attention elsewhere while the right-hander contemplated retirement. Burnett makes sense to...
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