Nationals reinstate shortstop Trea Turner from DL

Nationals reinstate shortstop Trea Turner from DL
The Washington Nationals returned from rehab assignment and reinstated shortstop Trea Turner from the 60-day disabled list on Tuesday and optioned infielder Adrian Sanchez to Triple-A Syracuse. Additionally, outfielder Ryan Raburn (left trapezius strain) was transferred to the 60-day disabled list. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcements. Turner, 24, returns to the Nationals' active roster after missing 51 games with a right wrist...
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Opposite dugout: Unyielding Mariners in thick of wild card chase

Opposite dugout: Unyielding Mariners in thick of wild card chase
Manager: Scott Servais (2nd season) Record: 66-65 Last 10 games: 6-4 Who to watch: SS Jean Segura (.301, 18 SB), DH Nelson Cruz (.289/.372/.555 with 31 HR, 101 RBIs), 2B Robinson Canó (19 HR, 78 RBIs), 1B Yonder Alonso (.270, 24 HR), LHP Ariel Miranda (8-6, 4.62 ERA), RHP Edwin Díaz (30 saves) Season series vs. Orioles: 2-1 Pitching probables: Aug. 28: LHP Marco Gonzalez vs. RHP Chris Tillman, 7:05 p.m., MASN2 Aug. 29: RHP Erasmo Ramírez vs. RHP Dylan Bundy, 7:05 p.m., MASN2 Aug. 30:...
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Time change announced for Sept. 4 Yankees-Orioles game

Time change announced for Sept. 4 Yankees-Orioles game
Major League Baseball and the Orioles today announced that the start time for the series opener against the New York Yankees on Monday, September 4, at Oriole Park has been moved from 1:35 p.m. to 2:05 p.m. ET. The game will still air on MASN and the Orioles Radio Network. Gates will open to fans at noon, and all fans will receive a Tim Beckham T-Shirt upon entering the ballpark.
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Orioles to support BARCS Animal Shelter with pet calendar sale

Orioles to support BARCS Animal Shelter with pet calendar sale
The ninth annual Orioles Pet Calendar, presented by Pet+E.R., went on sale today, Tuesday, August 22, with proceeds benefiting the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS), a nonprofit shelter that accepts and cares for all animals in need. The 16-month calendar, presented by Pet+E.R. for the third consecutive year, features photos of Orioles players with their pets and various BARCS animals. Players who will be featured in this year's calendar include: Brad Brach, Dylan Bundy, Chris...
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Nationals activate Strasburg, place Scherzer on DL

Nationals activate Strasburg, place Scherzer on DL
The Washington Nationals returned from rehab assignment and reinstated right-handed pitcher Stephen Strasburg on Saturday. Prior to Friday night's game, the Nationals placed right-handed pitcher Max Scherzer on the 10-day disabled list (retroactive to Aug. 15) with left neck inflammation. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Strasburg, 29, returns to the Nationals after missing 23 games with a right elbow nerve impingement....
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Cardboard to Leather collection scheduled for Sunday at Camden Yards

Cardboard to Leather collection scheduled for Sunday at Camden Yards
It's time to clean out your closets, dig into the corners of the garage and check your depository of old sports equipment for usable baseball gear that can be repurposed to new owners. The Oriole Advocates will hold their annual Cardboard to Leather collection before Sunday's Angels-Orioles game and until the second inning at all Camden Yards gates. Cardboard to Leather is one of the Advocates' signature programs, a means of collecting and distributing new or gently used baseball equipment...
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Nationals activate Kelley, place Madson on 10-day DL

Nationals activate Kelley, place Madson on 10-day DL
The Washington Nationals returned from rehab assignment and reinstated right-handed pitcher Shawn Kelley on Thursday and placed right-handed pitcher Ryan Madson on the 10-day disabled list (retroactive to Aug. 14) with a right finger sprain. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Kelley, 33, returns to the Nationals after missing 51 games with a right trapezius strain. The veteran late-inning reliever made eight rehab appearances with...
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Opposite dugout: Resurgent Angels hold second AL wild card

Opposite dugout: Resurgent Angels hold second AL wild card
Manager: Mike Scioscia (18th season) Record: 62-59 Last 10 games: 7-3 Who to watch: CF Mike Trout (.340/.466/.679 with 23 HR, 55 RBIs), DH Albert Pujols (17 HR, 72 RBIs), SS Andrelton Simmons (.296, 12 HR, 55 RBIs, 17 SB), LF Cameron Maybin (25 SB), RHP Parker Bridwell (7-1, 2.88 ERA), RHP Cam Bedrosian (6 saves, 3.54 ERA) Season series vs. Orioles: 2-1 Pitching probables: Aug. 18: LHP Andrew Heaney vs. RHP Jeremy Hellickson, 7:05 p.m., MASN Aug. 19: RHP J.C. Ramirez vs. TBA, 7:05 p.m., MASN...
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Nationals select contract of outfielder Alejandro De Aza

Nationals select contract of outfielder Alejandro De Aza
The Washington Nationals selected the contract of outfielder Alejandro De Aza from Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday and placed outfielder Brian Goodwin on the 10-day disabled list (retroactive to Aug. 14) with a left groin strain. Additionally, the Nationals transferred shortstop Trea Turner on the 60-day disabled list. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcements. De Aza, 33, joins the Nationals for his first Major League assignment of the...
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Orioles to celebrate 25th anniversary season at Oriole Park at Camden yards on Aug. 18-19

Orioles to celebrate 25th anniversary season at Oriole Park at Camden yards on Aug. 18-19
Fans are encouraged to arrive early on Saturday, August 19, as the Orioles celebrate the 25th anniversary season of Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Prior to the 7:05 p.m. game against the Los Angeles Angels, the Orioles will honor the first team to play at The Ballpark That Forever Changed BaseballTM when 19 members of the 1992 Orioles return for special reunion festivities. Among those expected to attend are Orioles Legend and National Baseball Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr., Orioles Hall of...
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Orioles reach 10,000 home runs in club history

Orioles reach 10,000 home runs in club history
The O's reached their 10,000th regular season home run in Orioles history (since 1954) after infielder Tim Beckham connected for a solo shot in the eighth inning on Saturday, Aug. 5. The Orioles became one of four clubs to reach the 10,000 home run mark since 1954, joining the Yankees, Tigers and Red Sox. The below infographic explores a variety of facts and figures about the 10,000 home runs in Orioles history.
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Nationals recall Cole from Triple-A Syracuse, activate Kintzler

Nationals recall Cole from Triple-A Syracuse, activate Kintzler
The Washington Nationals recalled right-handed pitcher A.J. Cole from Triple-A Syracuse and activated newly-acquired right-hander Brandon Kintzler on Wednesday. Right-handed pitcher Erick Fedde and left-handed pitcher Sammy Solis were optioned to Syracuse. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcements. Cole, 25, joins the Nationals for his second Major League assignment of the season. In his previous call-up, Cole made one start, going 1-0...
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Orioles acquire infielder Tim Beckham from Rays

Orioles acquire infielder Tim Beckham from Rays
The Orioles today announced that they have acquired infielder Tim Beckham from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for minor league right-hander Tobias Myers. Beckham, 27, batted .259/.314/.407 (82-for-317) with five doubles, three triples, 12 home runs, 31 runs, and 36 RBI in 87 games with the Rays this season. He hit .247/.299/.421 (179-for-725) with 24 doubles, 12 triples, 26 home runs, 81 runs, and 90 RBI in 238 career games. In his career, he has appeared in 124 games at shortstop, 77 at...
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Orioles acquire right-hander Jeremy Hellickson from Phillies

Orioles acquire right-hander Jeremy Hellickson from Phillies
The Orioles announced tonight that they have acquired right-hander Jeremy Hellickson and cash considerations from the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for outfielder Hyun Soo Kim, minor league left-hander Garrett Cleavinger, and International Signing Bonus Slots. Hellickson, 30, has gone 6-5 with a 4.73 ERA (59 ER/112.1 IP) over 20 starts with the Phillies this season. Over 194 career Major League games (187 starts), he has posted a 67-63 record with a 3.98 ERA (481 ER/1087.1 IP) and 803...
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Light Rail link to be partially shut down during next Orioles homestand

Light Rail link to be partially shut down during next Orioles homestand
Fans heading to Orioles games during next week's homestand from July 31 to August 6 should be aware that the Maryland Transportation Authority's Light RailLink will be partially shut down due to necessary repairs until August 11. The route between the North Avenue station and the Camden Yards station will be closed in both directions. Riders are urged to take MTA's free shuttle bus service to get to the ballpark. Local shuttle buses will stop at each of the affected stations in both...
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Opposite dugout: Rockies hope potent offense carries them to postseason

Opposite dugout: Rockies hope potent offense carries them to postseason
Manager: Bud Black (1st season) Record: 58-45 Last 10 games: 6-4 Who to watch: 2B DJ LeMahieu (.312), 3B Nolan Arenado (.313 with 23 HR, 89 RBIs), 1B Mark Reynolds (22 HR, 70 RBIs), CF Charlie Blackmon (.326/.379/.609), LHP Kyle Freeland (10-7, 3.64 ERA), RHP Greg Holland (31 saves, 1.72 ERA) Season series vs. Nationals: 1-3 Pitching probables: July 28: RHP German Márquez vs. RHP Tanner Roark, 7:05 p.m., MASN July 29: LHP Kyle Freeland vs. RHP Erick Fedde, 7:05 p.m., MASN July 30: RHP Jon...
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Nationals recall left-hander Sammy Solis from Triple-A Syracuse

Nationals recall left-hander Sammy Solis from Triple-A Syracuse
The Washington Nationals recalled left-handed pitcher Sammy Solis from Triple-A Syracuse on Thursday and placed right-handed pitcher Stephen Strasburg on the 10-day disabled list, retroactive to July 24, with a right elbow nerve impingement. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Solis, 28, returns to the Nationals' Major League roster after six games with Triple-A Syracuse. The left-handed reliever went 1-2 with a 4.50 ERA in six...
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Nationals recall Severino, select contract of Stevenson from Triple-A Syracuse

Nationals recall Severino, select contract of Stevenson from Triple-A Syracuse
The Washington Nationals recalled catcher Pedro Severino and selected the contract of outfielder Andrew Stevenson from Triple-A Syracuse on Sunday. Outfielder Ryan Raburn was placed on the bereavement list, and outfielder Chris Heisey was placed on the 10-day disabled list with a left groin strain. Additionally, outfielder Jayson Werth (left foot contusion) was transferred to the 60-day disabled list. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the...
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Goodwin on his comfort zone, Baker on Difo's progress

Goodwin on his comfort zone, Baker on Difo's progress
CINCINNATI - If you've looked at Brian Goodwin in the past couple of weeks and thought he looked a lot more comfortable as the Nationals' leadoff hitter and center fielder, you're probably right. Pressed into service atop the lineup and in his natural position when Michael A. Taylor went down with a right oblique strain that has been slow to heal, the 26-year-old Goodwin has found a comfort zone. Goodwin originally picked up more playing time when left fielder Jayson Werth fouled a ball off...
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Early offense, landmark longball help Nats finish sweep

Early offense, landmark longball help Nats finish sweep
CINCINNATI - Most of the crowd for today's series finale matinee at Great American Ball Park hadn't even settled into their Reds-red seats yet. Perhaps they were still in line for Skyline Chili or Frisch's Big Boy burgers, trying to decide between sweet treats at the bulk candy store on the ballpark's main concourse or some of the meat treats at the Porktopia stand. Whatever the reason, many in the announced crowd of 17,574 didn't see what happened in the first, when the Nationals...
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