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Norris holds onto early lead (Machado homers, O's lead 2-1)

Norris holds onto early lead (Machado homers, O's lead 2-1)
BOSTON - Before tonight, Orioles starter Bud Norris had posted a 6.31 ERA in the first inning this season. It dropped to 1.80 in the second and 1.08 in the third, jumped to 8.28 in the fourth, dropped to 2.19 in the fifth and rose to 6.27 in the sixth. Norris has allowed 18 runs in the first, 23 in the fourth and 17 in the sixth. Those are the danger zones. The Orioles gave Norris a 1-0 lead in the top of the first tonight, and he took good care of it in the bottom half, stranding Jacoby...
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Showalter confirms Chen as Sunday starter

Showalter confirms Chen as Sunday starter
BOSTON - Remove "TBA" from Sunday's starter at Yankee Stadium. Orioles manager Buck Showalter confirmed this afternoon that left-hander Wei-Yin Chen will take the mound in the series finale against the Yankees after being optioned earlier today. Chen will throw a bullpen session at 11 a.m. Thursday and meet up with the team over the weekend. Because he started last night, he will be working on normal rest in the Bronx. Chen already has left the team with his interpreter, Tim Lin....
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Chen optioned to GCL, Gausman talks about latest promotion

Chen optioned to GCL, Gausman talks about latest promotion
BOSTON - The Orioles made the expected roster move today, recalling Kevin Gausman from Triple-A Norfolk and optioning left-hander Wei-Yin Chen to the Gulf Coast League team. The GCL Orioles end their season on Thursday, making Chen eligible to return in a few days. However, he's expected back when rosters expand on Sunday. The Orioles list Sunday's starter as TBA. Chen can fill that spot in New York. Gausman was told of his promotion before yesterday's game at Norfolk. "Had a flight at...
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Gausman is in Boston (with lineups and updates)

Gausman is in Boston (with lineups and updates)
BOSTON - Pitcher Kevin Gausman has joined the Orioles and is currently at Fenway Park. The Orioles haven't announced a roster move. They could option left-hander Wei-Yin Chen, who started last night, and bring him back in a few days. Gausman is 1-2 with a 4.04 ERA in eight games at Triple-A Norfolk, including seven starts. He was 1-3 with a 6.21 ERA in nine games with the Orioles, including five starts. Gausman provides an extra bullpen arm after the Orioles lost to the Red Sox, 13-2, last...
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It's Norris vs. Lackey tonight

It's Norris vs. Lackey tonight
BOSTON - Wilson Betemit is expected to make his first start tonight with the Orioles facing right-hander John Lackey at Fenway Park. Betemit replaced Chris Davis at first base last night and had one at-bat, resulting in a ground ball to second that completed a 13-2 loss to the Red Sox. Betemit is 1-for-8 with a double and three strikeouts lifetime against Lackey. In a strange twist, left-handers are batting .232 against Lackey this season, while right-handers are batting .275. Trust me,...
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Orioles' starters need to pitch in

Orioles' starters need to pitch in
BOSTON - Call it a cliche or a tired expression or the foundation of winning teams, but it all starts with starting pitching. Again last night, an Orioles starter fell short as the club fell further behind in the wild card race. The Orioles' rotation has posted a 4.65 ERA this season, ranking 27th in the majors. Only the Astros (4.67), Blue Jays (5.05) and Twins (5.11) are worse. Last season, the Orioles' starters posted a 4.42 ERA that ranked 21st. Honestly, how many of you assumed that...
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Chen: "I have to apologize to my team"

Chen: "I have to apologize to my team"
BOSTON - Orioles pitcher Wei-Yin Chen turned in his worst start as a major leaguer, allowing a career-high eight runs in a career-low 3 2/3 innings in a 13-2 loss to the Red Sox at Fenway Park. "I have to apologize to my team. I didn't want to hurt my team," Chen said through his interpreter, Tim Lin, while standing outside the visiting clubhouse. "I still have to keep my same approach and do my work, same preparation every day. I just need to work with Billy (Castro) in my bullpen...
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Showalter speaks after 13-2 loss

Showalter speaks after 13-2 loss
BOSTON - With the Athletics winning tonight, the Orioles now trail them by 3 1/2 games for the second wild card spot in the American League. Orioles manager Buck Showalter stood beside his desk in the visiting clubhouse at Fenway Park and took questions from reporters following tonight's 13-2 loss to the Red Sox. On Boston left-hander Felix Doubront: "He had a basket full of cutters tonight. A lot of cutters, and got in on some bats. We had one opportunity against him and cashed in two,...
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Flaherty headed to Delmarva (O's lose 13-2)

Flaherty headed to Delmarva (O's lose 13-2)
BOSTON - Upon further review, Orioles infielder Ryan Flaherty will report to low Single-A Delmarva after being optioned today, and he will play for the Shorebirds on Wednesday and Thursday. The Orioles initially said Flaherty have been optioned to Single-A Frederick. The Shorebirds are home against Kannapolis the next two nights before finishing the season at Hickory. Flaherty will become the first major league player to suit up for Delmarva in 2013. The Shorebirds will make a corresponding...
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Chen turns in worst major league start (O's down 11-2)

Chen turns in worst major league start (O's down 11-2)
BOSTON - This is no way to start an important three-game series and three-city road trip. Orioles left-hander Wei-Yin Chen was charged with eight runs tonight, the most of his major league career. He lasted only 3 2/3 innings, his shortest outing. Chen twice gave up seven runs in a game last season. His shortest start lasted four innings on July 8, 2012 in Anaheim. The Red Sox sent 10 batters to the plate in the fourth, and the last two runs scored on Jonny Gomes' double off Miguel Gonzalez...
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Chen gives up rare run in first (O's trail 4-2)

Chen gives up rare run in first (O's trail 4-2)
BOSTON - During the 2012 season, Orioles left-hander Wei-Yin Chen posted a 5.91 ERA in the first inning in his 32 starts. He gave up seven home runs. Chen fixed his first inning woes this season, posting a 1.69 ERA over 16 starts. He allowed only one home run. The Red Sox weren't interested in trends tonight, just taking an early lead. Shane Victorino drew a one-out walk off Chen in the bottom of the first, moved to third base on Dustin Pedroia's double off the Green Monster in left field...
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Showalter on roster move

Showalter on roster move
BOSTON - Wilson Betemit was all smiles today as he passed by reporters and headed to the trainers room inside the visiting clubhouse at Fenway Park. The horrific knee injury in late March that forced Betemit onto the 60-day disabled list is deep in the past. Now, he's ready to contribute at the plate. His first opportunity should come Wednesday night against Red Sox right-hander John Lackey. "It's exciting to get Wilson back. It's been a long road for him," said manager Buck...
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Orioles option Flaherty (updated)

Orioles option Flaherty (updated)
BOSTON - The Orioles have optioned infielder Ryan Flaherty to Single-A Frederick to make room for Wilson Betemit on the 25-man roster. In 75 games for the Orioles this season, Flaherty hit .218 with eight home runs and 20 RBIs. He can return when rosters expand on Sept. 1. Betemit tore the PCL in his right knee during a March 25 exhibition game against the Red Sox, the team he's most likely going to start against on Wednesday. Betemit is on the bench tonight against left-hander Felix...
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Orioles and Red Sox lineups (Betemit in Boston)

Orioles and Red Sox lineups (Betemit in Boston)
BOSTON - Left-hander Wei-Yin Chen is back on the mound tonight for the Orioles, who begin an important three-city road trip with a three-game series at Fenway Park. Chen has allowed three earned runs or fewer in 37 of his 48 major league starts, and he has allowed three or fewer in 14 of his 16 starts this season. Danny Valencia and Steve Peace are in tonight's lineup. Neither one would be the corresponding roster move if the Orioles activate Wilson Betemit from the 60-day disabled...
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More Matusz and tonight's matchups

More Matusz and tonight's matchups
BOSTON - The Orioles are returning to Fenway Park, where they've won five consecutive series. Left-hander Brian Matusz has only worked 4 1/3 innings this month over eight appearances, but he figures to be busy in Boston. For example, David Ortiz is 1-for-17 with 10 strikeouts lifetime against Matusz, and they're likely to meet again in another late-inning matchup. Dustin Pedroia is 2-for-11 against Matusz. Jarrod Saltalamacchia is 1-for-7 with three strikeouts. Stephen Drew is 0-for-4...
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Matusz stays focused on what matters

Matusz stays focused on what matters
It's a little early to be focusing on the Orioles' offseason decisions, considering that they've still got four days to acquire a hitter for their playoff roster and an important road trip that begins tonight in Boston. But I'm more than a little curious about their plans for left-hander Brian Matusz. The Orioles selected Matusz with the fourth pick in the 2008 First-Year Player Draft because they envisioned him as a top-of-the-rotation starter, not a left-handed specialist out of the...
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Urrutia hits grand slam tonight

Urrutia hits grand slam tonight
Henry Urrutia hit a grand slam tonight for Triple-A Norfolk, and it came against former Oriole Freddy Garcia, who was traded last week to the Atlanta Braves and is pitching for Gwinnett. Urrutia went 2-for-6 and drove in five runs. The Orioles are expected to recall Urrutia when rosters expand next month, though it's still being discussed. Garcia allowed eight runs and seven hits in 3 2/3 innings, with five walks, one strikeout and two wild pitches. Left-hander Tsuyoshi Wada allowed one...
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Orioles move Alvarez to Bowie, release Ford (updated)

Orioles move Alvarez to Bowie, release Ford (updated)
Cuban outfielder Dariel Alvarez continues to move up the organizational ladder. The Orioles have promoted Alvarez, 24, to Double-A Bowie after he batted .436/.463/.641 with two doubles, two homers and seven RBIs in 10 games with Single-A Frederick. Alvarez went 4-for-9 in three games with the Gulf Coast League team, including two doubles, a triple and a home run. The Orioles signed Alvarez for $800,000 in late July. To make room for Alvarez at Bowie, the Orioles have released veteran...
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A few notes on Orioles' 2014 schedule

A few notes on Orioles' 2014 schedule
The Orioles will open the 2014 season at home against the Boston Red Sox on March 31 after starting out in St. Petersburg, Fla., against the Tampa Bay Rays for three of the past four years. The three-game series against the Red Sox will continue from April 2-3 after an off-day. The Orioles will release their schedule later in the year, complete with dates and times. In the meantime, I'll pass along a few other details that I've heard along the way. The Orioles' first road series next...
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What's happening with the Orioles' roster this week?

What's happening with the Orioles' roster this week?
The Orioles are indulging in their next-to-last off-day of the regular season. The fifth in August, leaving them with one in September. Who made out this schedule? They were off Thursday and they're idle again today. Was that really necessary? The roster figures to undergo some changes this week, beginning with Wilson Betemit's arrival in Boston. Is Betemit ready? Probably not. He's not moving with 100 percent efficiency. But his rehab assignment ends today and the Orioles don't have...
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