The Orioles today announced that they have outrighted infielder Cord Phelps to Triple-A Norfolk.
Phelps, 26, was claimed off waivers from Cleveland on November 25. He appeared in 53 games for Cleveland over the last three seasons, batting .159/.221/.248 (18-113) with two homers and 11 RBI. He saw action at second base, third base and shortstop for the Indians.
In 2013, the switch-hitter batted .267/.333/.443 (68-255) with nine homers and 46 RBI in 65 games for Triple-A Columbus and appeared...
The Winter Meetings are still a few days away. However, that didn't stop the Nationals from making moves and headlines this week.
Heading into the offseason, the Nats were looking for a left-handed bat and possibly another starter to fill out the rotation. They got both in the past week.
Today, former Orioles outfielder Nate McLouth signed a two-year deal with the Nats. On Monday, the Nats made a deal with the Tigers, bringing right-hander Doug Fister to D.C., for Steve Lombardozzi, Ian...
It's the first week of December, and there are obviously no major league games right now. However, there has been so much news surrounding baseball and the Orioles this week.
Huge deals have occurred, including Robinson Cano to the Mariners and Jacoby Ellsbury to the Yankees.
Within the Orioles organization, there have been many moves as well, highlighted by Jim Johnson being traded to the A's, Nate McLouth signing with the Nationals and Jemile Weeks coming to Charm City from Oakland. Here...
The big news of the week was the Orioles' trade that sent Jim Johnson to the Atheltics in exchange for infielder Jemile Weeks and a player to be named.
Many Baltimore fans were sad to see the closer go after back-to-back seasons with at least 50 saves.
In honor of Johnson's time with the Birds, we're throwin' it back to his 50th save of the 2013 season, his last save in an Orioles uniform.
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Earlier this week, the Nationals acquired right-hander Doug Fister from the Tigers in exchange for infielder Steve Lombardozzi, and left-handers Ian Krol and Robbie Ray.
Despite the excitement surrounding Fister joining the Nats rotation, many D.C. fans were sad to see Lombardozzi go. The kid from Atholton High School always seemed to be a fan favorite around Nats Park.
In honor of his time with the Nationals, we're throwin' it back to one of Lombo's memorable moments. In this highlight...
Orioles superfan Romeo Santos believes that O's fans are "the most loyal and dedicated fans in all of baseball" and professional sports. And this year, he may have the chance to represent the Baltimore fanbase if he is named to the ESPN Fan Hall of Fame.
If you have ever been to an Orioles game at Camden Yards or caught a game on MASN, you may have noticed Santos, leading fans in cheers while wearing his bright orange Orioles helmet. Santos makes it to roughly 50 games each year at Camden...
The Orioles announced that they have acquired infielder Jemile Weeks and a player to be named later from Oakland in exchange for right-hander Jim Johnson.
Weeks, 26, batted .271/.376/.369 with 17 stolen bases in 130 games for Triple-A Sacramento in 2013. The 12th overall selection in the 2008 First Year Player Draft out of the University of Miami, Weeks is a career .282/.375/.402 hitter in 361 career minor league games in six seasons in the Oakland system. He has hit .258/.319/.357 in 223...
The Orioles today announced that they have tendered contracts to six of their arbitration eligible players: catcher Matt Wieters, first baseman Chris Davis, right-handers Tommy Hunter and Bud Norris and left-handers Brian Matusz and Troy Patton. Additionally, outfielders Steve Pearce and Nolan Reimold have agreed to terms on contracts for 2014, and right-hander Eddie Gamboa and outfielder Jason Pridie were not tendered contracts by the club.
Wieters, 27, batted .235/.287/.417 with 22 home runs...
Everyone has Thanksgiving traditions, and for most families, those include sitting around the television watching football.
On a day where football takes center stage, I thought we'd throw it back to a moment that reminds us of our love and passion for baseball. What better way to do so than with a walk-off home run?
With the Nationals holding onto hope in the playoff race, Bryce Harper gave D.C. a reason to keep buzzing with a game-winning shot. Relive the excitement in the video below and...
Earlier this week, Dan Duquette stated that the Orioles will offer Nolan Reimold a contract. In 2014, Reimold will compete for a job in left field and to serve as the right-handed designated hitter.
With that said, that leaves us wondering if the O's will re-sign free agent Nate McLouth, who played in 146 games last season and acted as the Birds' go-to left fielder.
This week, we're showing McLouth some love by throwin' it back to one of his best defensive plays from 2013.
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One Direction announced today that the band will perform at Nationals Park - home of the Washington Nationals - on Monday, August 11, 2014 as part of the North American leg of their worldwide "Where We Are 2014" tour.
Tickets and parking will go on sale to the general public on Saturday, December 7 at 10:00 a.m., online at www.tickets.com and by phone at 888.632.6287. Nationals Season Plan Holders will be able to participate in a special pre-sale to purchase tickets. An email notification...
On behalf of the Lerner Family and the Washington Nationals, we are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Michael Weiner. His commitment to the game of baseball was well-recognized throughout the industry and his contributions will have a lasting impact on its long-term vitality. We send our deepest condolences to his family and the many friends and colleagues who mourn his loss.
If you're anything like me, the blockbuster trade announced this week - sending Ian Kinsler to Detroit and Prince Fielder to Texas - made you that much more excited for baseball season.
Is it opening day yet?
More specifically, is it May 30? On this date, the Astros and Orioles will play in MLB's annual Civil Rights Game in 2014. Should be a game to remember and an awesome event.
So, it's not May 30? Is it Feb. 1 yet? The O's announced the date as the day of FanFest. In addition, the...
The baseball world was rocked this week by a huge trade. The Tigers sent Prince Fielder and $30 million to the Rangers for Ian Kinsler. What offseason?
While the blockbuster trade dominated national headlines, the Nationals were busy filling vacancies and finalizing their 40-man roster this week.
The Nats brought in a familiar face as their new third-base coach. Bob Henley, who has been with the Nats/Expos for the last 11 years, was hired as the new windmill, filling the vacancy created by...
With six seasons of hitting 20 or more home runs and two Silver Slugger Awards, Ryan Zimmerman is no stranger when it comes to hitting balls out of the park.
On a spring evening in Baltimore, Zimmerman proved just how powerful he is by crushing three different pitches to three different parts of the ballpark.
Relive the excitement of Zimmerman's first career three-homer game in the video below.
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The stage was set.
The Orioles were facing their division rivals. It was the 10th inning. The ballgame was tied. The bases were loaded.
With no outs, the Birds just needed one run to get the walk-off win, but Matt Wieters had more in mind. Relive Wieters' moon shot that won the game in grand fashion by watching the video below.
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The Orioles today announced that they have selected the contracts of catcher Michael Ohlman and left-hander Tim Berry from Class-A Frederick and right-hander Eddie Gamboa from Triple-A Norfolk.
Ohlman, 22, hit a career-best .313/.410/.524, also setting career-highs in runs (61), hits (113), doubles (29), triples (4), home runs (13), RBI (53), stolen bases (5), walks (56) and total bases (189) in 100 games for the Keys in 2013. He also batted .290/.476/.774 in 10 games for the...
The Orioles today announced that they have signed free agent right-hander Edgmer Escalona to a one-year contract.
Escalona, 27, went 1-4 with a 5.67 ERA (46.0IP, 29ER) for Colorado in 2013, posting career-highs in appearances (37), innings (46.0) and strikeouts (34). He is currently fourth in the Venezuelan Winter League with a 2.10 ERA in 34.1 innings pitched over six starts.
In four major league seasons with the Rockies, he went 1-5 with a 4.50 ERA (100.0IP, 50ER) in 78 relief appearances,...
While fan challenge winners Brady Doyle and Bella Ronca may not be able to snag line drives or smash home runs as well as Ryan Zimmerman, they proved that that they could take down the Nationals third baseman in an Xbox battle. Thanks to MASN's annual fan challenge, the duo had the opportunity to meet Zimmerman and take him on in a game of MLB 2K13.
Doyle and Ronca submitted a video during the season, challenging Zimmerman to try to beat them in a game of MLB 2K13. Eventually, their video was...
Orioles shortstop J.J. Hardy has been in the national spotlight this offseason, as he was awarded both Gold Glove and Silver Slugger awards. However, the latest place his name has been seen is the rumor mill.
Both Hardy and Matt Wieters have been subjects of trade rumors this week. However, Dan Duquette said that the O's "like Hardy and Wieters as core players on our ballclub."
While the rumors are mostly speculative at this point, there have been many concrete changes around the...