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Ryan Romano: What's missing in Britton's dominating campaign?

Ryan Romano: What's missing in Britton's dominating campaign?
Even though Orioles fans get to watch him take the hill constantly, sometimes I think we still don't truly appreciate how great Zach Britton is. The organization developed him as a starting pitcher, but after flopping in that role, he looked like another bust. Nowadays, he never starts anything - he just finishes things. Since his move to the bullpen in 2014, he's put up an ERA of 1.45, which trails only Wade Davis among qualified relievers. Now that he leads the majors in 2016 ERA at 0.63,...
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Andrew Stetka: O's giving fans something to cheer about in September

Andrew Stetka: O's giving fans something to cheer about in September
It's the middle of September and you are still watching and enjoying baseball. OK, so maybe you didn't watch much baseball yesterday with the return of the NFL to your television set. But in general, you are still watching baseball in mid-September, and you're doing it with a purpose. That's something that Orioles fans have taken for granted over the last half decade or so. It's hard to believe, but this is the fifth straight season the O's are giving fans really meaningful baseball down...
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Pete Kerzel

Opposite dugout: Powerful bats, strong arms have kept Red Sox in contention

Opposite dugout: Powerful bats, strong arms have kept Red Sox in contention
Manager: John Farrell (6th season) Record: 80-62 Last 10 games: 7-3 Who to watch: 2B Dustin Pedroia (.329 with 182 hits), DH David Ortiz (.315 with 32 HR, 110 RBIs), RF Mookie Betts (.314 with 30 HR, 102 RBIs), SS Xander Bogaerts (.299 with 173 hits, 29 doubles), LHP David Price (15-8, 3.87 ERA), RHP Rick Porcello (20-3, 3.1 ERA), RHP Craig Kimbrel (2.78 ERA with 25 saves). Season series vs. Orioles: 6-6 Pitching probables: Sept. 12: LHP Wade Miley vs. LHP David Price, 7:10 p.m., MASN2 Sept....
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Josh Land

Yard Work: Episode 13

Yard Work: Episode 13
Hey, O's fans. We're back with another episode of Yard Work. On this week's edition.... Steve Melewski is in Detroit, ready to follow the Orioles as they get set for a pivotal three-game series against the Tigers. Both teams are fighting for the playoffs and wins and losses during September can make or break the season. Needless to say, this is the biggest series of the year for the Birds, at least until the next one. Melewski checks in from the Motor City. In injury news, fans are...
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Matthew Taylor: Revolving rotation usually doesn't end well

Matthew Taylor: Revolving rotation usually doesn't end well
How many starting pitchers did the Baltimore Orioles use during the 2012 season? That's the question that came to mind for me this week when I learned that the Los Angeles Dodgers are on course to make the playoffs for a second consecutive season while using 15 or more starters. This year's Dodgers would join last year's Dodgers and the 1989 San Francisco Giants as the only teams ever to use that many different starters and still qualify for the postseason. The Orioles have come to know a...
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Zach Wilt: Bundy's been solid, but it's time for a breather

Zach Wilt: Bundy's been solid, but it's time for a breather
Despite his recent struggles, Dylan Bundy is telling Orioles fans everything they want to hear. He feels fine, his arm isn't an issue and he's comfortable pitching every fifth day. Unfortunately, the results just haven't been there for Bundy of late. He's pitched to a 6.46 ERA over his last five starts and his fastball velocity has dipped from 95-96 miles per hour to 92-93. Whatever numbers Bundy finishes with in 2016, he's been a terrific story this season for the Orioles. The guy hadn't...
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Pete Kerzel

Opposite dugout: Fast-closing Tigers boast a formidable offensive attack

Opposite dugout: Fast-closing Tigers boast a formidable offensive attack
Manager: Brad Ausmus (3rd season) Record: 75-64 Last 10 games: 6-4 Who to watch: RF J.D. Martinez (.319, 20 HR, 56 RBIs), 1B Miguel Cabrera (.315/.389/.553 with 31 HR, 87 RBIs), DH Victor Martinez (.293 with 25 HR, 75 RBIs), 2B Ian Kinsler (25 HR, 72 RBIs), LF Justin Upton (22 HR, 70 RBIs), RHP Michael Fulmer (10-6, 2.77 ERA), RHP Justin Verlander (14-7, 3.28 ERA), RHP Francisco Rodriguez (39 saves, 2.81 ERA) Season series vs. Orioles: 1-3 Pitching probables: Sept. 9: RHP Kevin Gausman vs. RHP...
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Josh Land

Dillon Atkinson: O's power bats are surging at the right time

Dillon Atkinson: O's power bats are surging at the right time
In the month of June, the Orioles had one of the hottest, if not the hottest, offense in the big leagues. However, when the calendar flipped to July, the bats went cold and the club's top three sluggers weren't anywhere to be found. For a team that is so reliant on its offense since it has a thin pitching staff, many rightfully assumed success wouldn't be likely. And it wasn't. In July and August combined, the O's had a 25-30 record. With an inconsistent rotation and a slumping offense,...
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Ryan Romano: Digging into Kevin Gausman's clutch season

Ryan Romano: Digging into Kevin Gausman's clutch season
For a few years now, Chris Tillman has carried the title of Orioles ace, but someone else might have taken his throne. After his third straight shutout start, Kevin Gausman has lowered his season ERA to 3.58, the best mark among Baltimore starters. He has the peripherals to back that up, too - his FIP and xFIP both lead the team, as well. Although it took him some time to arrive at this point, the 25-year-old righty has finally broken out, and his ability to perform under pressure has...
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Andrew Stetka: Orioles' call-ups leave much to be desired

Andrew Stetka: Orioles' call-ups leave much to be desired
As I've watched a number of players get the call-up across baseball over the last few days, one thing continues to weigh heavily on my mind. The Orioles don't have anyone in the farm system that really excites you. Sure, there are a few players who may end up being contributors one day. But none of these players really get you excited in the way that we've seen across the league. The Orioles could use a spark from the minors right now as they push to make the playoffs, but they aren't...
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Opposite dugout: Rays hoping to spoil hopes of division rival

Opposite dugout: Rays hoping to spoil hopes of division rival
Manager: Kevin Cash (2nd season) Record: 58-77 Last 10 games: 5-5 Who to watch: 2B Logan Forsythe (.283 with 17 HR, 46 RBIs), 3B Evan Longoria (.282 with 31 HR, 85 RBIs), SS Brad Miller (118 hits, 26 HR), RHP Jake Odorizzi (9-5, 3.56 ERA), RHP Matt Andriese (6-6, 4.19 ERA). Season series vs. Orioles: 3-9 Pitching probables: Sept. 5: RHP Ubaldo Jimenez vs. RHP Matt Andriese, 1:10 p.m., MASNSept. 6: RHP Yovani Gallardo vs. RHP Jake Odorizzi, 7:10 p.m., MASNSept. 7: RHP Dylan Bundy vs. LHP...
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Dollars for doughnuts: Gausman family doing its part to assist flood victims

Dollars for doughnuts: Gausman family doing its part to assist flood victims
Louisiana isn't home to any Major League Baseball teams. In fact, the closest big league ballpark to the state's capital of Baton Rouge is a nearly 4 1/2-hour drive to Houston, where the Astros call home. Yet in Baltimore, one pitcher and former Louisiana resident is doing his part do help those affected by the horrific flooding that arrived unannounced on Aug. 12, and left a state and countless parishes with broken homes and businesses. Orioles pitcher Kevin Gausman and his fiancée have...
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Matthew Taylor: A trip with my son to remind me what baseball is all about

Matthew Taylor: A trip with my son to remind me what baseball is all about
It's been a tough week in Birdland. It's times like these when I think irrational thoughts, like wondering if being a baseball fan is worth the aggravation. The ballpark trip I took with my son last weekend reminds me that it's about more than the outcome of games. Here's the story of the first of what I hope will be many annual summer baseball trips together: With the final out of an early half-inning having been recorded, the Chattanooga Lookouts' promotions announcer sprung into action,...
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Opposite dugout: Baby Boomers keeping Yankees in contention

Opposite dugout: Baby Boomers keeping Yankees in contention
Manager: Joe Girardi (9th season) Record: 69-63 Last 10 games: 6-4 Who to watch: C Gary Sanchez (.374/.441/.798 with 11 HR, 21 RBIs), SS Didi Gregorius (.286 with 19 HR, 64 RBIs), 2B Starlin Castro (.269 with 19 HR, 64 RBIs), RHP Chad Green (2-3, 4.09 ERA), RHP Dellin Betances (2.12 ERA, 0.97 WHIP) Season series vs. Orioles: 7-6 Pitching probables: Sept. 2: RHP Chad Green vs. RHP Dylan Bundy, 7:05 p.m., MASN Sept. 3: LHP CC Sabathia vs. RHP Kevin Gausman, 7:05 p.m., MASN Sept. 4: RHP Michael...
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Zach Wilt: O's need to finish strong for shot at postseason

Zach Wilt: O's need to finish strong for shot at postseason
This morning we turn the page on our calendars, or simply swipe up on our smartphones, as September begins and we near the finish line of the 2016 MLB season. With 29 games remaining, the Baltimore Orioles sit four back of the first place Toronto Blue Jays in the American League East and tied with the Tigers for the second wild card spot. August marked the O's second losing month of the year, as they finished 13-15. They went 12-14 in July. FanGraphs.com projects that the Birds will go 15-14...
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Dillon Atkinson: Believe it or not, O's need to ride Jimenez's hot hand

Dillon Atkinson: Believe it or not, O's need to ride Jimenez's hot hand
Right-hander Ubaldo Jimenez got the call in D.C. to start in place of Orioles ace Chris Tillman - who was placed on the 15-day disabled list with right shoulder bursitis - because of limited options and his past success against the Nationals. While fans griped at the fact that he is on the O's roster, much less starting, Jimenez went up against Nats ace Max Scherzer and tossed six innings of one-run ball, allowing five hits, no walks and striking out four batters. The non-promising...
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Anderson, Henneman announced as inductees into Maryland Sports Athletic Hall of Fame

Anderson, Henneman announced as inductees into Maryland Sports Athletic Hall of Fame
The United States finished the 2016 Summer Olympic Games with an astounding 46 gold medals. Nearly 40 percent of those came from athletes who call Maryland home. It was a remarkable few weeks for those U.S. athletes who, along with representing their country, competed for the Old Line State. But it was also a representation of the state's exceptional athletic history. Each athlete began their journey at a young age and worked tirelessly to achieve success. And for six all-time Maryland...
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Ryan Romano: If Hart fares better vs. righties, he'll have a shot in O's bullpen

Ryan Romano: If Hart fares better vs. righties, he'll have a shot in O's bullpen
While the Orioles have one of the best left-handed relievers in baseball -- and one of the best southpaws, period -- in Zach Britton, their bullpen skews to the right overall. Brad Brach, Mychal Givens, and Darren O'Day each throw right-handed, and they've all had some problems with lefties, albeit to vastly different extents. With Brian Matusz melting down and hitting waivers, Baltimore has tried out a host of left-handed bullpen arms to see if any of them can stick, and most (Ashur...
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Opposite dugout: Blue Jays can create some space atop AL East with trip to Baltimore

Opposite dugout: Blue Jays can create some space atop AL East with trip to Baltimore
Manager: John Gibbons (9th season) Record: 74-56 Last 10 games: 6-4 Who to watch: 3B Josh Donaldson (.294/.407/.578 with 33 HR, 91 RBIs), DH Edwin Encarnacion (.270 /.360/.554 with 36 HR, 106 RBIs), SS Troy Tulowitzki (.253/.324/.465 with 22 HR, 65 RBIs), LHP J.A. Happ (17-4, 3.19 ERA), RHP Roberto Osuna (2.21 ERA with 29 saves) Season series vs. Orioles: 7-6 Pitching probables: Aug. 29: RHP Marco Estrada vs. LHP Wade Miley, 7:05 p.m., MASN Aug. 30: LHP J.A. Happ vs. RHP Ubaldo Jimenez, 7:05...
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Andrew Stetka: A moment to appreciate Adam Jones

Andrew Stetka: A moment to appreciate Adam Jones
It's not all that uncommon these days to hear that a baseball player is dealing with an injury. That's never been truer when it comes to Adam Jones. This isn't a knock on the Orioles center fielder. Major league players get dinged up throughout a long 162-game season. This is a regular occurrence. The difference with Jones is that he rarely misses a game because of it. When he's out of the lineup, it's noticeable. You know it must be something more than just a bump or a bruise. Jones has...
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