Opposite dugout: Red Sox hoping big spending leads to big turnaround of fortune

Opposite dugout: Red Sox hoping big spending leads to big turnaround of fortune
Manager: John Farrell (4th season) Record: 3-2 Last 10 games: 3-2 Who to watch: DH David Ortiz (2 HR, 5 RBIs, .294/.368/.765), 1B Hanley Ramirez (10 hits, .455/.478/.727), OF/IF Brock Holt (2 HR, 8 RBIs), LHP David Price (1-0, 3.00 ERA), RHP Craig Kimbrel (1 save, 0.00 ERA) Season series vs. Orioles: First meeting (8-11 in 2015) Pitching probables: April 11: RHP Yovani Gallardo vs. LHP David Price, 2:05 p.m., MASN April 12: RHP Mike Wright vs. RHP Clay Buchholz, 7:10 p.m., MASN April 13: RHP...
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Nationals homestand highlights April 9-14

Nationals homestand highlights April 9-14
Washington Nationals Homestand Highlights vs. Miami Marlins (April 9-10) & Atlanta Braves (April 11-14) SATURDAY, APRIL 9 * Ryan Zimmerman Field dedication: On Saturday, District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser, Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman, the Washington Nationals Dream Foundation and representatives from Under Armour will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to dedicate the brand new Ryan Zimmerman Field at Randall Recreation Center in Southwest D.C. The field will serve the...
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Opposite dugout: With Mattingly at the helm, Marlins look to contend in NL East

Opposite dugout: With Mattingly at the helm, Marlins look to contend in NL East
Manager: Don Mattingly (1st season) Record: 0-2 Last 10 games: 0-2 Who to watch: RF Giancarlo Stanton (27 HR, 67 RBIs), 2B Dee Gordon (.333/.359/.418), 1B Justin Bour (23 HR, 73 RBIs), RHP Tom Koeler (11-14, 4.08 ERA), RHP A.J. Ramos (32 saves, 2.30 ERA) Note: Statistics from 2015 Season series vs. Nationals: First meeting (9-10 in 2015) Pitching probables: April 7: LHP Adam Conley vs. RHP Tanner Roark, 4:05 p.m., MASN April 9: RHP Tom Koeler vs. RHP Joe Ross, 4:05 p.m., MASN April 10: RHP...
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Nationals recall outfielder Matt den Dekker

Nationals recall outfielder Matt den Dekker
NATIONALS RECALL OF MATT DEN DEKKER, PLACE OF BEN REVERE ON 15-DAY DISABLED LIST The Washington Nationals recalled outfielder Matt den Dekker from Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday and placed outfielder Ben Revere on the 15-day disabled list (retroactive to April 5) with a right oblique strain. President of baseball operations and general manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. den Dekker, 28, joins the Nationals before having a chance to appear in a game with Triple-A Syracuse, where he was...
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Nationals to host home opener on Thursday, April 7

Nationals to host home opener on Thursday, April 7
WASHINGTON NATIONALS TO FACE MIAMI MARLINS IN 2016 HOME OPENER ON THURSDAY The Washington Nationals will celebrate opening day and the start of the 2016 season on Thursday, April 7 at 4:05 p.m. when the team hosts the Miami Marlins. THURSDAY, APRIL 7 OPENING DAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Emceed by Emmy Award-winning sports broadcaster and CBS News special correspondent James Brown, the opening day pregame ceremony will include: * A moment of silence honoring first responders from the Washington...
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Orioles release right-hander Miguel Gonzalez

Orioles release right-hander Miguel Gonzalez
The Orioles today announced that right-hander Miguel Gonzalez has cleared waivers and has been given his unconditional release. With this move, the Orioles now have 37 players at major league spring training, including six non-roster invitees. Gonzalez, 31, went 9-12 with a 4.91 ERA (79 earned runs in 144 2/3 innings) in 26 starts for the Orioles in 2015. In his career with the Orioles, he went 39-33 with a 3.82 ERA (246 earned runs /580 1/3 innings) in 101 games (95 starts).
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Opposite dugout: Twins start statement season in Baltimore

Opposite dugout: Twins start statement season in Baltimore
Manager: Paul Molitor (second season) Record: 83-79 (second in AL Central in 2015) Last 10 games: Season opener Who to watch: 2B Brian Dozier (28 HR, 77 RBIs), 3B Trevor Plouffe (22 HR, 86 RBIs), 1B Joe Mauer (.265/.338/.380), RHP Kyle Gibson (11-11, 3.84 ERA), LHP Glen Perkins (3.32 ERA, 32 saves) Season series vs. Orioles: First meeting (7-0 in 2015) Pitching probables: April 4: RHP Ervin Santana vs. RHP Chris Tillman, 3:05 p.m., MASN April 6: RHP Kyle Gibson vs. RHP Yovani Gallardo, 7:05...
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Nationals announce winner of Fan Choice Bobblehead on MASN

Nationals announce winner of Fan Choice Bobblehead on MASN
Drum roll, please. And the winner is ... MICHAEL A. TAYLOR! On Thursday, March 10, the Nationals gave you, the fans, 24 hours to vote for which player you wanted to see as a bobblehead to be given away at Nats Park on Sept. 9. All players on the Nationals roster who never had a Nats bobblehead or figurine before were eligible, and Natstown has spoken. Taylor beat out other fan favorites such as Tanner Roark, Jose Lobaton and Trea Turner, and was announced as the winner on MASN's "Nats Xtra"...
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Orioles announce dates for "O's Days at Chick-fil-A"

Orioles announce dates for "O's Days at Chick-fil-A"
The Orioles today announced that the popular "O's Days at Chick-fil-A" promotion will return for the 2016 season, in partnership with Chick-fil-A. Beginning on opening day, Orioles fans wearing Orioles-branded apparel can visit any participating Baltimore area Chick-fil-A between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on four select dates to receive a complimentary original chicken sandwich. Orioles fans who wish to participate in this promotion can enjoy one sandwich (per customer, per day)...
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Checking out what's new at Nationals Park in 2016

Checking out what's new at Nationals Park in 2016
Yesterday, the Nationals invited the media to take a tour of Nationals Park for a sneak peek at the new giveaways, events, food and more coming to the ballpark in the 2016 season. If what I'm about to show you doesn't get you excited for the start of a new baseball season, I don't know what will. Bear with me - this list ranges from dumplings to birthday parties to bobbleheads to Racing Presidents dressed as Wookies. But first, let's talk about some logistical new additions. If you'll...
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Orioles option outfielder Dariel Alvarez to Triple-A Norfolk

Orioles option outfielder Dariel Alvarez to Triple-A Norfolk
The Orioles today announced that they have optioned outfielder Dariel Alvarez to Triple-A Norfolk. With this move, the Orioles now have 40 players at major league spring training, including seven non-roster invitees.
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Orioles to hold season ticket Tag Day Saturday, April 2

Orioles to hold season ticket Tag Day Saturday, April 2
Fans invited to ballpark to select their season seat location With the start of the regular season fast approaching, the Orioles will host the return of Tag Day on Saturday, April 2, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Tag Day allows fans who are interested in purchasing either a full or partial Season Plan for the 2016 season an opportunity to "try out" seats before they make a purchase. Available seats will be tagged with pennants, and Orioles representatives will...
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Orioles announce O's Zone events for fans

Orioles announce O's Zone events for fans
The Orioles today announced dates for their first three O's Zone events, including the annual "Birds are Back" rally in Westminster, for fans to celebrate the opening of the 2016 season. The events will include Orioles giveaways, trivia and prizes, an appearance by the Oriole Bird, and autograph sessions with current and former Orioles players. The first O's Zone presented by Budweiser will take place on Wednesday, March 30, at the Hard Rock Café Pier in the Inner Harbor from 4:00 to...
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Orioles to auction orange spring training jerseys beginning today at noon

Orioles to auction orange spring training jerseys beginning today at noon
Auction proceeds to benefit the Orioles Charitable Foundation The Orioles today announced that an online charity auction for the orange spring training jerseys worn this spring will take place on orioles.com/spring and orioles.com/auctions beginning today at noon ET. The auction will run until Friday, April 1, at 10:00 p.m. The orange spring training jerseys feature the new 2016 design, which includes a Florida patch on the right sleeve and sublimated lettering and numbers on the back of the...
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#TBT: Nats explode for 16 runs in rout of Rays

#TBT: Nats explode for 16 runs in rout of Rays
Yesterday was a great day for a MASN broadcast of a Nationals game. But then again, when is there ever not a great day to watch a baseball game on MASN? Stephen Strasburg stole the show against the Yankees at Space Coast Stadium yesterday. He only pitched five innings against a non-regular Yankees lineup, but he struck out nine on just 68 pitches. It's good to see Strasburg is ready for the regular season. But overshadowed by Strasburg's performance was the Nationals' offensive onslaught...
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#TBT: Tyler Wilson impresses in first major league start

#TBT: Tyler Wilson impresses in first major league start
We're at that point in spring training where tough decisions must be made. If you read Roch Kubatko's morning post on the importance of today's Orioles exhibition game, then you know it's a big day for starting pitcher Tyler Wilson, who, amid Miguel Gonzalez's command struggles this spring, finds himself competing for a spot in the starting rotation. Wilson has a 2.89 ERA over four spring appearances, including two starts, while giving up just four runs (three earned) and 11 hits. With...
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Orioles to host "Nashville's Music Row Comes to the Ballpark" charity event on Saturday, March 26

Orioles to host "Nashville's Music Row Comes to the Ballpark" charity event on Saturday, March 26
Event to benefit the Sarasota Family YMCA's Youth Programs & Music Health Alliance The Orioles will host "Nashville's Music Row Comes to the Ballpark" - an exclusive, on-field performance at Ed Smith Stadium - on Saturday, March 26. Every dollar raised at the charity event will directly benefit the Sarasota Family YMCA's Youth Programs and Music Health Alliance. The performances will begin at 8:45 p.m. showcasing a cross-section of Nashville's vast songwriting community including...
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Orioles to celebrate Kids' Opening Day on Sunday, April 10

Orioles to celebrate Kids' Opening Day on Sunday, April 10
The Orioles today announced plans for their second annual Kids' Opening Day, which will be held Sunday, April 10, at Oriole Park at Camden Yards when the Orioles host the Tampa Bay Rays at 1:35 p.m. The celebration will welcome children and their families to a new season of Orioles baseball with many fun activities and unique gameday opportunities for several lucky kids throughout the day. Kids' Opening Day will feature a kids-only Orioles T-shirt, available to the first 7,500 fans age 14 and...
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Nationals to host two exhibition games against Minnesota Twins

Nationals to host two exhibition games against Minnesota Twins
Fans are invited to attend first exhibition game with a donation to the Nationals Dream Foundation In preparation for the 2016 home opener at Nationals Park on April 7, the Nationals will host two exhibition games against the Minnesota Twins on Friday, April 1 and Saturday, April 2. The first exhibition game will start at 6:05 p.m. on Friday. For this special game, seating will be limited to the lower bowl of Nationals Park. The Nationals distributed complimentary tickets to all Season Plan...
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Nationals announce "Pitch Your Product" winners

Nationals announce "Pitch Your Product" winners
TWO LOCAL FOOD VENDORS ARE GETTING CALLED UP TO THE MAJOR LEAGUES Maryland and Virginia restaurants win Pitch Your Product competition The Nationals announced today that two local businesses, Maryland-based Pinch Dumplings and Virginia-based Haute Dogs and Fries, were declared the winners of the "Pitch Your Product" competition and will be featured at Nationals Park during the 2016 season. The "Pitch Your Product" competition was designed to offer entrepreneurs from D.C., Maryland and...
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