Pete Kerzel

In O's glory years, Blair made the impossible grabs seem routine

In O's glory years, Blair made the impossible grabs seem routine
News tonight that former Orioles center fielder Paul Blair has died at 69 hits hard. It's another of the players from the team's glory years gone too soon, another piece of Baltimore baseball history we'll no longer be able to reminisce with. I'll remember how he glided across the outfield green on 33rd Street, making the impossible seem routine. And the smile perpetually on his face. Blair was quite simply the best center fielder I ever saw, and growing up in Baltimore during the 1960s...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
orioles orioles buzz paul blair pete kerzel frontstory_orioles3
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

Any Nats action on Tanaka would be a stealth move

Any Nats action on Tanaka would be a stealth move
Since this is a gift-giving time of year, let's stop for a moment to ponder the fate of Masahiro Tanaka, the Japanese pitcher who, as of Dec. 24, will be posted by the Rakuten Golden Eagles and is in line for a huge payday. Think the kind of haul you'd get when Mega Millions doesn't have a winner for two or three months of drawings. Now the 25-year-old right-hander isn't going to be a millionaire immediately; he'll have to wait until major league teams go through the newly designed...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
masahiro tanaka mike rizzo nationals nationals buzz pete kerzel yu darvish featured_sidebar frontstory_nationals3
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

What's the best move Mike Rizzo didn't make?

What's the best move Mike Rizzo didn't make?
Here's hoping you and yours enjoyed the best Christmas possible yesterday. I've taken two naps during the family festivities at the home of my stepbrother in Newark, Del. - one before dinner, one after - and am so stuffed with homemade goodness that I may not have to eat for several days. The downside of the post-turkey, tryptophan-induced food coma is that I'm wide awake as Dec. 26 dawns. You can only spend so much time counting the gift cards - and I've amassed a plethora of free dining...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
danny espinosa doug fister drew storen mike rizzo nationals nationals buzz pete kerzel tyler clippard wilson ramos featured_sidebar frontstory_nationals3
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

Surprised at scout's take on Lucas Giolito

Surprised at scout's take on Lucas Giolito
Some baseball writers detest the Winter Meetings. There's too much time spent on too little happening, they say, and prowling a hotel lobby for hours on end in search of the tiniest shreds of information pertaining to the team you cover can be a tedious ordeal. For me, being around the game's movers and shakers for four days is nothing short of baseball geek nirvana. And because there are scouts among the executives hanging out for late-night happy hour or at the morning breakfast buffet,...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
lucas giolito nationals nationals buzz nationals farm report pete kerzel frontstory_nationals1
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

Orioles claim right-hander Liam Hendriks off waivers from Cubs

Orioles claim right-hander Liam Hendriks off waivers from Cubs
The Orioles today announced that they have claimed right-hander Liam Hendriks off waivers from the Cubs. Hendriks, 24, was claimed off waivers by the Cubs from Minnesota on December 13. He appeared in 10 games (eight starts) for the Twins in 2013, going 1-3 with a 6.85 ERA (47.1IP, 36ER). He also made 16 starts for Triple-A Rochester. Originally signed by Minnesota as an international free agent in 2007, Hendriks will be the third Australian-born Oriole in club history when he makes his...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
Orioles News Release orioles
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

Which long-term extension do Nats get done first?

Which long-term extension do Nats get done first?
While Mike Rizzo has finished most of his offseason heavy lifting, the Nationals general manager can't sit back and coast until opening day against the Mets at Citi Field. What few holes existed on the blueprint for 2014 are filled; now Rizzo can turn his attentions to more far-reaching pursuits. Right-hander Jordan Zimmermann and shortstop Ian Desmond are both in line for long-term extensions. Both want to remain in Washington, which is pretty logical considering they are both home-grown and...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
ian desmond jordan zimmermann mike rizzo nationals nationals buzz pete kerzel frontfeatured_nationals frontstory_nationals3
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

Who's the Nationals' X factor for next season?

Who's the Nationals' X factor for next season?
Grant Paulsen has to be the hardest-working guy at SiriusXM Radio. When I toted my Thai takeout in from the car Friday night, he was tag-teaming with Mel Antonen on the evening show on MLB Network Radio. When I get in the car after my Saturday morning Old Bagel and turn on the satellite radio, Paulsen is there again, breaking news of the Shin-Soo Choo signing by the Rangers. He's back on this morning on "Minors and Majors," the weekly show on the minor leagues. Does the guy ever...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
adam laroche bryce harper drew storen ian desmond jordan zimmermann nationals nationals buzz pete kerzel ryan zimmerman stephen strasburg tyler clippard featured_sidebar frontstory_nationals3
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

Catcher Chris Snyder signs minor league deal with Nats (with Daubach note, update)

Catcher Chris Snyder signs minor league deal with Nats (with Daubach note, update)
If you're a fringe major leaguer hoping to find employment for the 2014 season, it truly is the most wonderful time of the year. Teams are handing out minor league contracts with spring training invitations like stocking stuffers, and the Nationals made such a move today. Though it's relatively minor, it could pay significant dividends down the road. Catcher Chris Snyder signed a minor league contract with the Nationals and will get the ubiquitous invitation to major league camp. If his name...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
brian daubach chris snyder nationals nationals buzz nationals farm report pete kerzel frontstory_nationals3
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

Calendar might dictate when Nats make final roster tweaks

Calendar might dictate when Nats make final roster tweaks
I have an alternate theory on the trade earlier this week that sent outfielder Corey Brown back to the A's in exchange for cash considerations: It was easier for Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo to ship another player to the A's than it was for him to try to maneuver a bottle of fine wine past the TSA checkpoint for holiday dinner with A's GM Billy Beane's family. OK, I kid, I kid. Check out Dan Kolko's explanation of the many deals between Rizzo and Beane in this post from yesterday....
Continue reading
0
Tags:
featured_sidebar mike rizzo nationals pete kerzel frontstory_nationals3
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

Yard Work: Plan the work, work the plan, leave nothing to chance

Yard Work: Plan the work, work the plan, leave nothing to chance
Camden Yards is a gem, a rare baseball cathedral that blends classic, retro style with today's version of the national pastime. But its lush outfield grass and manicured infield don't happen by accident. They're the result of a year-round effort by head groundskeeper Nicole McFadyen and her talented grounds crew. Each month during this offseason, Orioles Buzz will check in with McFadyen to see what's happening on the field at Camden Yards as the grounds crew prepares for the 2014...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
nicole mcfadyen orioles orioles buzz pete kerzel yard work frontstory_orioles3
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

Eat, drink, shop and be merry at Dempsey's on Dec. 20

Eat, drink, shop and be merry at Dempsey's on Dec. 20
If you're downtown tomorrow afternoon and haven't yet finished your holiday shopping - or just in need of some seasonal cheer - check out a special combination happy hour/bazaar at Dempsey's Brew Pub & Restaurant at Camden Yards. From 4-8 p.m., revelers can listen to a live jazz band, partake of happy hour food and drink specials, and shop a variety of local vendors who will be set up at the ballpark eatery. The Oriole Bird will be there, too, and rumor has it that he'll be dressed as...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
dempsey's brew pub & restaurant oriole bird orioles buzz pete kerzel
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

Orioles obtain Lough from Royals in exchange for Valencia

Orioles obtain Lough from Royals in exchange for Valencia
The Orioles today announced that they have acquired outfielder David Lough from the Kansas City Royals in exchange for infielder Danny Valancia. Lough, 27, batted .286/.311/.413 in 96 games for Kansas City in 2013, playing all three outfield positions. He finished 8th in the American League Rookie of the Year balloting, leading AL rookies in Wins Above Replacement (WAR) per both Baseball-Reference (2.7) and FanGraphs (2.4, tied with Tampa Bay's Wil Myers). Among all outfielders that played...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
Orioles News Release orioles
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

Nationals announce four-year deal with Triple-A affiliate Syracuse

Nationals announce four-year deal with Triple-A affiliate Syracuse
The Washington Nationals today announced the signing of a four-year Player Development Contract extension (which begins in 2015) with the Syracuse Chiefs of the Triple-A International League through the 2018 season. Nationals President & General Manager Mike Rizzo, Nationals Vice President/Player Personnel Bob Boone, Assistant General Manager & Vice President of Player Development Doug Harris and Director of Player Development Mark Scialabba made the joint announcement. "This is the first PDC...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
Nationals News Release nationals
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

OriolesREACH to host fourth annual Birdland Golf Classic in Sarasota

OriolesREACH to host fourth annual Birdland Golf Classic in Sarasota
On Monday, February 17, the Orioles will hold the 4th Annual OriolesREACH Birdland Golf Classic at Laurel Oak Country Club to benefit the Miracle League of Manasota, an organization dedicated to providing an opportunity for every person to play baseball, regardless of their ability. The event begins with registration and lunch at 11 a.m., with a shotgun start set for 12:30 p.m. The classic will feature a silent auction and the chance to play a round with current and former Orioles players and...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
orioles Orioles News Release
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

McLouth deal official, Corey Brown DFA

McLouth deal official, Corey Brown DFA
ORLANDO, Fla. - Greetings from Orlando International Airport, where I've just arrived through the security checkpoint to news that the Nationals' deal with outfielder Nate McLouth is official. That means McLouth passed his physical and that his $10.75 million deal is official. The Nationals envision the veteran, a former All-Star and Gold Glove winner, as a perfect fourth outfielder, since he's able to play all positions, is a plus defender and adds a dimension of speed to the bench. In...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
nate mclouth nationals nationals buzz pete kerzel frontfeatured_nationals frontstory_nationals1
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

Nationals add Bowe, Arias in Triple-A phase of Rule 5

Nationals add Bowe, Arias in Triple-A phase of Rule 5
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. - The Nationals added a pair of players in the Triple-A phase of the Rule 5 Draft on Thursday morning, selecting fleet outfielder Theo Bowe in the first round and right-hander Martires Arias in the second round. Bowe played in 99 games last season for Double-A Pensacola, the Southern League affiliate of the Reds, where he hit .206 with four homers and 16 RBIs. While those numbers might not be exciting, the fact that the 23-year-old out of Milford High School in...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
doug harris martires arias nationals nationals buzz pete kerzel rule 5 draft theo bowe nationals farm report
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

NatsFest set for Jan. 25, event moving to Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

NatsFest set for Jan. 25, event moving to Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. - Mark your calendars for Jan. 25 - that's when the Nationals will hold NatsFest, which is moving this year to the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center. According to team officials, the Nationals worked diligently to hold the event again at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, but could not because of limited date availability at that facility. Tickets will be available for purchase online at nationals.com/natsfest starting tomorrow, Thursday, Dec. 12 at...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
nationals nationals buzz natsfest pete kerzel winter meetings frontstory_nationals3
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

After "shock" of trade, new reliever Blevins eager to get started with Nats (updated)

After "shock" of trade, new reliever Blevins eager to get started with Nats (updated)
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. - Family members had clued Jerry Blevins in to the fact that his name was being mentioned in trade rumors at the Winter Meetings over the past couple of days. But the left-handed reliever was still surprised when an A's official phoned him Wednesday afternoon to tell him he'd been traded to the Nationals in exchange for minor league outfielder Billy Burns. "I got a call from someone in the A's organization letting me know I'd been traded," Blevins said by telephone...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
mike rizzo nationals nationals buzz pete kerzel winter meetings jerry blevins frontstory_nationals1
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

The evolution of Matt Williams' managerial style

The evolution of Matt Williams' managerial style
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla - One of the most interesting storylines that will play out when the Nationals arrive at Space Coast Stadium for their first spring training under new skipper Matt Williams is his evolution as a manager. While Williams has said he wants to be aggressive - playing to players' strengths, forcing things on offense and making opponents defend against his club - Williams is pretty much a blank canvas as a manager. Yes, there was some fill-in work at Double-A Mobile, and a...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
matt williams mike rizzo naitonals nationals buzz pete kerzel winter meetings frontfeatured_nationals featured_sidebar frontstory_nationals2
LinkedIn Pinterest
Pete Kerzel

Williams says Strasburg will be "full go" for spring training (Rizzo says Nats may be "cautious")

Williams says Strasburg will be "full go" for spring training (Rizzo says Nats may be "cautious")
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. - New Nationals manager Matt Williams said Tuesday that right-hander Stephen Strasburg, who underwent surgery to remove bone chips from his throwing elbow in late October, will be "full go" for spring training. "His rehab has gone phenomenal," Williams said while addressing reporters at the Winter Meetings. "Everything checks out from a medical standpoint. He is ready to go, day one spring training. Full go." Strasburg's surgery, performed in Los Angeles, caused...
Continue reading
0
Tags:
bryce harper matt williams nationals nationals buzz pete kerzel stephen strasburg winter meetings frontstory_nationals2
LinkedIn Pinterest



LATEST ORIOLES NEWS

LATEST NATIONALS NEWS

       
93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102