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Orioles and Rays lineups

August 07, 2018, 11:33am

Orioles

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Jonathan Villar is leading off tonight for the Orioles, who open a three-game series against the Rays at Tropicana Field, and Chris Davis returns to the lineup after sitting out the last two games in Texas. Jace Peterson is in right field. Mark Trumbo is batting fourth as the designated hitter. Caleb Joseph is catching. The Orioles are leading the American League in hitting with a .300 average (160-for-533) and slugging percentage (.499) since the All-Star break. They've...

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This, that and the other

August 06, 2018, 2:05pm

Orioles

No one can judge a trade after only four games and no one is ready to anoint Jonathan Villar as an ideal successor to second baseman Jonathan Schoop. The Orioles don't know whether he's starting at the position for the remainder of the season and into 2019 and whether he's the top choice to bat leadoff based on his ability to swipe bags. But the early returns on Villar are favorable and the sample size is irrelevant. These are early returns. They don't need to stretch over two months to fit...

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Now that you mention it ...

August 05, 2018, 6:29pm

Orioles

A few random questions as the Orioles reach another off-day on their schedule: What will the Orioles do in free agency this winter while committing to a rebuild? They could stay away from it and focus on trading a few more veterans in exchange for younger players or more international signing bonus slots. Perhaps check whether there's a market for Mark Trumbo as he enters the final year of his deal and is owed $13.5 million in 2019, according to Cot's Contracts. Trumbo receives $1.5 million...

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Orioles and Rangers lineups

August 05, 2018, 8:46am

Orioles

Adam Jones and Chris Davis are both out of the starting lineup today as the Orioles try to avoid a four-game sweep in Texas. Joey Rickard takes Jones' customary position in center field. Trey Mancini is playing first base again today. Jace Peterson is leading off and starts in left field. Jonathan Villar, who has been batting in the leadoff slot since he came over from the Brewers in the Jonathan Schoop trade, bats third today. Mark Trumbo is in right field, while Danny Valencia takes a turn...

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More on international intentions and today's game

August 04, 2018, 5:25pm

Orioles

More on international intentions and today's game

Armed with more than $8 million in international signing bonus slots, the Orioles are poised to dive head-first into a market where they previously wouldn't dip a toe. They've already secured six players who have gone through the process of having medicals reviewed, including 16-year-old Dominican shortstop Moises Ramirez. An announcement is expected early next week and will involve prospects from the Dominican and CuraÃ§ao, with at least one signing out of Venezuela to follow. But the plan...

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Orioles and Rangers lineups

August 04, 2018, 1:17pm

Orioles

Trey Mancini is starting at first base tonight as the Orioles attempt to win a game in Texas. Joey Rickard is in left field against Rangers left-hander Mike Minor. Danny Valencia is in right field and Mark Trumbo is the designated hitter. Caleb Joseph is catching Dylan Bundy. Bundy is making his fifth career appearance tonight and third start against the Rangers. He's allowed only one run and six hits in 17 innings. Bundy's two appearances in Texas have come in relief and he's tossed four...

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Updating Hunter Harvey's throwing progression

August 04, 2018, 10:42am

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Updating Hunter Harvey's throwing progression

Double-A Bowie pitcher Hunter Harvey will resume his throwing program on Monday in Sarasota after being shut down due to some stiffness in his right forearm. Harvey, 23, has recovered from an injury to his right shoulder that he sustained while trying to avoid a line drive headed for the Baysox's dugout back in late May. Harvey was leaning on the railing, jumped back and suffered what's been described as "posterior shoulder instability." To simplify it, the shoulder popped out and back into...

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Checking back with scouts on recent acquisitions

August 03, 2018, 6:05pm

Orioles

Checking back with scouts on recent acquisitions

Multiple scouts who have chimed in on the Orioles' return for their July trades use the term "up and down guys," labeled for their lower ceilings but usefulness on a major league club. Guys who may be riding the Triple-A shuttle but can serve a purpose. Reliever Evan Phillips joined the club yesterday in Texas while the Orioles placed Jhan MariÃ±ez on the disabled list with a strained right hamstring. He retired all six batters he faced and became the 49th player used this season after...

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Orioles recall Evan Phillips

August 03, 2018, 1:04pm

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The Orioles are ready to debut another player for the 2018 season. Reliever Jhan MariÃ±ez was placed on the 10-day disabled list today with a strained right hamstring and the Orioles recalled right-hander Evan Phillips from Triple-A Norfolk. Phillips will wear No. 58. The Orioles acquired Phillips, infielder Jean Carlos EncarnaciÃ³n, catcher Brett Cumberland and left-hander Bruce Zimmermann - along with $2.5 million in international signing bonus slot money - from the Braves on Tuesday for...

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Orioles and Rangers lineups

August 03, 2018, 12:24pm

Orioles

Jonathan Villar is batting leadoff again tonight after collecting two hits in his Orioles debut. Tim Beckham is again slotted second in the order. Renato NÃºÃ±ez is at third base, Jace Peterson is in right field and Caleb Joseph is catching. David Hess is back in the rotation as Kevin Gausman's replacement and makes his first start since June 29. He pitched twice in relief last month, allowing two runs in two innings on July 4 in Philadelphia and tossing a scoreless inning July 28 against...

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Villar given leadoff spot, Duquette on series of moves

August 02, 2018, 6:21pm

Orioles

Villar given leadoff spot, Duquette on series of moves

As the Orioles rid themselves of veterans and salary while beginning their rebuild, they're also making adjustments to a lineup that's been lacking a true leadoff hitter. Jonathan Villar, part of the package obtained earlier this week from the Brewers for second baseman Jonathan Schoop, owned a career .324 on-base percentage before last night's game against the Rangers. In the Orioles organization, that's a step in the right direction. Villar led the majors with 62 steals in 156 games in...

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Orioles and Rangers lineups

August 02, 2018, 1:01pm

Orioles

Infielder Jonathan Villar has joined the Orioles after they acquired him from the Brewers on Tuesday in the Jonathan Schoop deal. He's leading off and playing second base against the Rangers. The Orioles are expected to option infielder Breyvic Valera to Triple-A Norfolk to make room for Villar. Update: Valera has been optioned to Norfolk and Villar has been added to the 25-man roster. Andrew Cashner has allowed three earned runs in his last two starts totaling 11 2/3 innings. His 4.33 ERA is...

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Tillman signs minor league deal with Rangers

August 02, 2018, 11:45am

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Tillman signs minor league deal with Rangers

Former Orioles pitcher Chris Tillman has signed a minor league contract with the Rangers and will report to Triple-A Round Rock, the team announced earlier today. Tillman declined the Orioles' offer to stay in the organization and pitch for Triple-A Norfolk. He was released on July 25. The Orioles had to make a decision on Tillman after he completed an injury rehab assignment. He posted a 6.75 ERA and 1.80 WHIP in six starts in the minors after going 1-5 with a 10.46 ERA and 2.21 ERA in seven...

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Leftovers for breakfast

August 01, 2018, 4:58pm

Orioles

The non-waiver trade deadline passed Tuesday afternoon with Danny Valencia an innocent bystander. A spectator from his seat inside the visiting clubhouse at Yankee Stadium. Valencia didn't attract serious interest, but he could be moved by the Aug. 31 deadline for players to be included on a postseason roster. He'd have to pass through waivers. Have bat, will travel. "I've been traded in the middle of seasons before, and what I've come to learn is you can't worry about it," he said. "If...

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Orioles push aside their losses to post win over Yankees (with quotes)

August 01, 2018, 12:58pm

Orioles

NEW YORK - A sense of loss stayed glued to the Orioles this morning, hours before they registered a rare win on the road. Dylan Bundy spoke of how much he's going to miss Kevin Gausman, his former teammate and a close friend who was traded yesterday to the Braves. Third base coach Bobby Dickerson wiped tears from his cheeks, fought to regain his composure and recounted his days in the minors with second baseman Jonathan Schoop, who was shipped to the Brewers. Players are regarded as "trade...

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Valera and O'Day with opposite opportunities (O's up 7-1)

August 01, 2018, 9:31am

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Valera and O'Day with opposite opportunities (O's up 7-1)

NEW YORK - The Orioles' roster makeover includes Breyvic Valera's first start with them today to close out a two-game series at Yankee Stadium. Valera appeared in 20 games with the Dodgers this season before the Orioles acquired him in the Manny Machado trade and assigned him to Triple-A Norfolk. He was summoned yesterday with Jonathan Schoop headed to the Brewers at the non-waiver deadline. In 25 career games, the first five with the Cardinals in 2017, Valera has gone 6-for-39 with four RBIs...

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Showalter on roster additions, O'Day's departure and more

August 01, 2018, 8:29am

Orioles

Showalter on roster additions, O'Day's departure and more

NEW YORK - Infielder Jonathan Villar, acquired from the Brewers yesterday in the Jonathan Schoop trade, is joining the Orioles on Thursday in Texas. Villar has been on the disabled list since July 15 with a thumb injury. Manager Buck Showalter hasn't crafted a set plan for how he's using Villar, who can play second base, shortstop and third base. "I'm going to look at it on the travel down," Showalter said. "Dan (Duquette) said we'd talk today. I'm sure we'll talk some about...

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Orioles and Yankees lineups (Hart recalled)

August 01, 2018, 6:16am

Orioles

NEW YORK - The Orioles filled their open roster spot this morning by recalling left-hander Donnie Hart from Triple-A Norfolk. He serves as the replacement for starter Kevin Gausman, who was traded yesterday to the Braves. Hart has been recalled nine times this season. Alex Cobb is seeking his third win and the first since June 5. His 14 losses lead the majors. Cobb is 6-4 with a 2.99 ERA and 0.996 WHIP in 14 career starts against the Yankees and he has a 3.12 ERA and 0.865 WHIP in five starts...

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More on yesterday's moves, Bleier with post-surgery update

July 31, 2018, 8:46pm

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More on yesterday's moves, Bleier with post-surgery update

NEW YORK - The Orioles started last night's series opener against the Yankees with only 23 players on their active roster. They subtracted starter Kevin Gausman and second baseman Jonathan Schoop, and infielder Breyvic Valera didn't show up from Triple-A Norfolk until after the first pitch. A pitcher will be added before today's game and another move is anticipated Thursday with infielder Jonathan Villar joining the team following yesterday's trade with the Brewers. Villar can be a useful...

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Adam Jones: "I earned this and it's my decision"

July 31, 2018, 7:37pm

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Adam Jones: "I earned this and it's my decision"

NEW YORK - Adam Jones emerged from the shower area tonight, dressed and waved over the group of media members who were hovering near his locker. Jones is still with the Orioles and still the guy who attracts the most attention, especially on a day when two teammates were traded and the full rebuild really hit home with the club on the road. The Orioles had an opportunity to trade Jones to the Phillies, but he didn't want to waive his 10-5 rights - 10 years in the majors, five with the same...