Florida governor signs bill, final hurdle for new Nats-Astros spring complex

Florida governor signs bill, final hurdle for new Nats-Astros spring complex
The Nationals will be moving to a new spring training facility in West Palm Beach, likely in time for the 2017 Grapefruit League season. Yesterday, Florida Gov. Rick Scott held a bill signing ceremony that will pave the way for the Nationals and Houston Astros to share a 160-acre facility at the corner of Haverhill Road and 45th Street. Barring any complications, the new complex will be ready in January 2017. The Nationals and Astros previously agreed to a 30-year lease on the proposed...
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Scherzer selected to NL All-Star team

Scherzer selected to NL All-Star team
Washington Nationals right-handed pitcher Max Scherzer was named to the 2015 National League All-Star team on Monday night. Scherzer joins right fielder Bryce Harper, who was announced Sunday as a fan-elected starter, as the Nationals' selections to the National League squad. The 2015 AL and NL All-Star rosters were unveiled during the "Esurance All-Star Selection Show" on ESPN on Monday night. Scherzer, who has now received three consecutive All-Star nods, is 9-6 with a 1.82 ERA in 16...
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Orioles recall Flaherty from Triple-A Norfolk, place Reimold on paternity list

Orioles recall Flaherty from Triple-A Norfolk, place Reimold on paternity list
The Orioles today announced that they have recalled infielder Ryan Flaherty from Triple-A Norfolk and placed outfielder Nolan Reimold on the paternity list. Flaherty, 28, has hit .248/.328/.386 with six doubles, three triples, three home runs, and 20 RBI over 51 games, including 45 starts at second base, with the Orioles this season. Reimold, 31, batted .244/.340/.463 with two home runs and five RBI in 17 games with the Orioles this season.
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Nationals place Strasburg on DL, recall Jordan from Triple-A Syracuse

Nationals place Strasburg on DL, recall Jordan from Triple-A Syracuse
The Washington Nationals recalled right-handed pitcher Taylor Jordan from Triple-A Syracuse on Sunday and placed right-handed pitcher Stephen Strasburg on the 15-day disabled list with a left oblique strain. President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Jordan, 26, joins the Nationals for his third Major League assignment of the season. The right-hander was last recalled from Triple-A on May 24 and appeared in two games (one start) before returning to...
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Orioles activate Schoop from disabled list

Orioles activate Schoop from disabled list
The Orioles today announced that they have reinstated infielder Jonathan Schoop from the 60-Day Disabled List. Schoop, 23, was placed on the 15-day Disabled List on April 1 with a sprained right knee and was transferred to the 60-day Disabled List on June 16. He made nine rehabilitation appearances between Double-A Bowie and Class A-Advanced Frederick and hit .265/.286/.676 with two doubles, four home runs, and seven RBI. Schoop began the season with the Orioles, hitting...
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Orioles option infielder Ryan Flaherty to Triple-A Norfolk

Orioles option infielder Ryan Flaherty to Triple-A Norfolk
The Orioles today announced that they have optioned infielder Ryan Flaherty to Triple-A Norfolk. Flaherty, 28, has hit .248/.328/.386 with six doubles, three triples, three home runs, and 20 RBI over 51 games, including 45 starts at second base, with the Orioles this season.
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Opposite dugout: Twins have been one of baseball's most pleasant surprises in 2015

Opposite dugout: Twins have been one of baseball's most pleasant surprises in 2015
Manager: Paul Molitor (1st season) Record: 43-39 Last 10 games: 5-5 Who to watch: 1B Joe Mauer (.275, 41 RBIs), LF Torii Hunter (12 HR, 45 RBIs), 2B Brian Dozier (40 RBIs), 3B Trevor Plouffe (10 HR, 43 RBIs), RHP Kyle Gibson (6-6, 3.04 ERA), RHP Glen Perkins (1.31 ERA, 27 saves) Season series vs. Orioles: First meeting (3-3 in 2014) Pitching probables: July 6: LHP Wei-Yin Chen vs. RHP Phil Hughes, 8:10 p.m. MASN2 July 7: RHP Kevin Gausman vs. RHP Kyle Gibson, 8:10 p.m. MASN2 July 8: RHP Ubaldo...
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Opposite dugout: Pitching hasn't yet caught up to bats, but Giants still in contention

Opposite dugout: Pitching hasn't yet caught up to bats, but Giants still in contention
Manager: Bruce Bochy (9th season) Record: 42-38 Last 10 games: 4-6 Who to watch: C Buster Posey (.304/.377/.496 with 13 HR, 56 RBIs), 2B Joe Panik (.316/.384/.463 with 30 RBIs), SS Brandon Crawford (.270 with 11 HR, 47 RBIs), LHP Madison Bumgarner (8-4, 2.99 ERA), RHP Santiago Casilla (4-2, 3.03 ERA, 20 saves) Season series vs. Nationals: First meeting (2-5 in 2014) Pitching probables: July 3: RHP Jake Peavy vs. LHP Gio Gonzalez, 6:05 p.m., MASN July 4: LHP Madison Bumgarner vs. RHP Stephen...
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O's to auction off Fourth of July jerseys to benefit Orioles Charitable Foundation

O's to auction off Fourth of July jerseys to benefit Orioles Charitable Foundation
In celebration of the Fourth of July holiday, all Orioles uniformed personnel will wear special patriotic jerseys and caps during Saturday's 2:10 p.m. ET game at the Chicago White Sox. The uniform will include a Baltimore gray road jersey with a stars pattern within the twill and an American flag patch located on the right sleeve. The blue road caps will feature an American flag design and the Orioles cartoon bird logo. Game-worn jerseys and caps will be autographed, authenticated, and...
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Opposite dugout: Despite issues, Rangers have managed to contend in AL West

Opposite dugout: Despite issues, Rangers have managed to contend in AL West
Manager: Jeff Banister (1st season) Record: 38-38 Last 10 games: 2-8 Who to watch: 1B/DH Prince Fielder (.351/.418/.538 with 12 HR, 48 RBIs); 1B Mitch Moreland (.298 with 10 HR, 36 RBIs), 3B Adrian Beltre (.248 with 6 HR, 20 RBIs), 3B/OF Joey Gallo (5 HR, 10 RBIs), RHP Nick Martinez (5-4, 3.39 ERA), RHP Colby Lewis (7-3, 4.10 ERA), RHP Shawn Tolleson (10 saves, 2.48 ERA) Season series vs. Orioles: First meeting (1-6 in 2014) Pitching probables: June 29: LHP Wandy Rodriguez vs. RHP Bud Norris,...
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Opposite dugout: Changes are in the wind for last-place Phillies

Opposite dugout: Changes are in the wind for last-place Phillies
Manager: Ryne Sandberg (3rd season) Record: 26-48 Last 10 games: 4-6 Who to watch: 3B Maikel Franco (.311/.358/558 with 10 HR, 29 RBIs), LF Ben Revere (.292, 18 SB), 1B Ryan Howard (13 HR, 36 RBIs), RHP Aaron Harang (4-9, 3.41 ERA), RHP Jonathan Papelbon (13 saves, 1.88 ERA, 1.05 WHIP) Season series vs. Nationals: 5-4 Pitching probables: June 26: RHP Max Scherzer vs. RHP Aaron Harang, 7:05 p.m., MASN June 27: LHP Gio Gonzalez vs. LHP Adam Morgan, 3:05 p.m., MASN June 28: RHP Stephen Strasburg...
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Prospects Giolito, Turner selected to All-Star Futures Game

Prospects Giolito, Turner selected to All-Star Futures Game
Right-handed pitcher Lucas Giolito and infielder Trea Turner have been selected to represent the Washington Nationals in the 2015 SiriusXM All-Star Futures Game, which will be played at 3:00 p.m. (ET) on Sunday, July 12th at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, Ohio. Major League Baseball made the announcement today on MLB Network. Giolito, 20, is considered by many, including industry experts Baseball America and MLB.com, as the top pitching prospect in all of baseball. He is the...
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Nationals reinstate Strasburg from DL, option Ross to Triple-A Syracuse

Nationals reinstate Strasburg from DL, option Ross to Triple-A Syracuse
The Washington Nationals returned from rehab and reinstated right-handed pitcher Stephen Strasburg from the 15-day disabled list on Tuesday and optioned right-handed pitcher Joe Ross to Triple-A Syracuse. Strasburg will start for the Nationals on Tuesday night vs. Atlanta. President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Strasburg returns to the Nationals after missing 21 games due to neck tightness. The right-hander, who tossed 5.0 innings in his lone...
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Scherzer named National League Player of the Week

Scherzer named National League Player of the Week
Following his first career no-hitter on Saturday -- and on the heels of 18.0 consecutive scoreless, one-hit frames -- Washington Nationals right-handed pitcher Max Scherzer earned the National League Player of the Week award on Monday. Major League Baseball made the announcement on MLB Network. Scherzer did not allow a hit while striking out ten Pittsburgh Pirates en route to the second no-hitter in Nationals history (2005-present) and the fourth no-hitter in Washington D.C. baseball history....
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Opposite dugout: For last-place Red Sox, offense is finally coming along

Opposite dugout: For last-place Red Sox, offense is finally coming along
Manager: John Farrell (3rd season) Record: 31-40 Last 10 games: 4-6 Who to watch: 2B Dustin Pedroia (.307 with 9 HR, 30 RBIs), SS Xander Bogaerts (.292 with 30 RBIs), LF Hanley Ramirez (.273/.322/.478 with 15 HR, 37 RBIs), LHP Eduardo Rodriguez (3-1, 3.13 ERA), RHP Koji Uehara (14 saves) Season series vs. Orioles: 3-7 Pitching probables: June 23: RHP Ubaldo Jimenez vs. RHP Joe Kelly, 7:10 p.m., MASN June 24: RHP Bud Norris vs. RHP Clay Buchholz, 7:30 p.m., MASN June 25: RHP Miguel Gonzalez vs....
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Nats place Roark on paternity list, recall Hill from Triple-A Syracuse

Nats place Roark on paternity list, recall Hill from Triple-A Syracuse
The Washington Nationals recalled right-handed pitcher Taylor Hill from Triple-A Syracuse and placed right-handed pitcher Tanner Roark on the paternity list. President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Hill, 26, returns to the Nationals one day after he was optioned to Syracuse upon the return of right-handed pitcher Doug Fister from the disabled list. Hill's posted a 3.75 ERA in six appearances (12.0 IP) out of the Nationals' bullpen this season....
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Gulf Coast League Orioles play first game of season Tuesday in Sarasota

Gulf Coast League Orioles play first game of season Tuesday in Sarasota
The Orioles Gulf Coast League (GCL) team will play its first home game of the 2015 season at the Ed Smith Stadium complex on Tuesday, June 23, at 12:00 p.m. against the GCL Twins. The GCL, which includes 14 teams in Florida, gives recently drafted or signed players their first experience in professional baseball. The Orioles are scheduled to play 30 GCL home games between June 23 and August 29. The games are open to the public at no cost. Parking also is free and located in the East Lot at...
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Nationals reinstate Fister from DL, option Hill to Triple-A Syracuse

Nationals reinstate Fister from DL, option Hill to Triple-A Syracuse
The Washington Nationals returned from rehab and reinstated right-handed pitcher Doug Fister on Thursday, and optioned right-handed pitcher Taylor Hill to Triple-A Syracuse. President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Fister, who will start Thursday night vs. Tampa Bay at Nationals Park, rejoins the Nationals after missing 29 games with right forearm tightness. The 31-year-old was 0-1 with a 0.93 ERA (1 ER/9.2 IP), no walks and 10 strikeouts in two...
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Opposite dugout: Surging Pirates getting strong offense, stronger pitching

Opposite dugout: Surging Pirates getting strong offense, stronger pitching
Manager: Clint Hurdle (5th season) Record: 39-27 Last 10 games: 8-2 Who to watch: CF Andrew McCutchen (.294/.375/.479 with 8 HR, 42 RBIs), C Francisco Cervelli (.316 with 19 RBIs), LF Starling Marte (.285 with 12 HR, 45 RBIs. 13 SB), 3B Josh Harrison (.284 with 22 RBIs), RHP Charlie Morton (5-0, 1.62 ERA), RHP A.J. Burnett (6-2, 1.89 ERA), RHP Mark Melancon (1.87 ERA, 23 saves) Season series vs. Nationals: First meeting (3-4 in 2014) Pitching probables: June 19: RHP A.J. Burnett vs. RHP Joe...
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Orioles, OriolesREACH to host fundraising event benefiting Shannon's Fund

Orioles, OriolesREACH to host fundraising event benefiting Shannon's Fund
The Orioles and OriolesREACH will host a private, exclusive fundraising event for Shannon's Fund on Friday, June 26, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Oriole Park prior to the 7:05 p.m. game against the Cleveland Indians. Tickets are available for $50 and include a Eutaw Street Reserved game ticket and an opportunity to enjoy batting practice from the Roof Deck beyond centerfield, a visit from an Orioles player, photos with the Oriole Bird, an Orioles gift, light refreshments, as well as...
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