Notes on Bundy, Gonzalez, trade deadline, lineup and more

By Roch Kubatko

Orioles

August 31, 2015, 12:58pm

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Dylan Bundy has been cleared to start a throwing program following today's examination by renowned orthopedist Dr. James Andrews.

Bundy is on the disabled list with right shoulder tendinitis.

Miguel Gonzalez, who's failed to work more than 5 1/3 innings in 11 of his last 14 starts, showed up today sore in "a couple of places," according to manager Buck Showalter.

Showalter said head athletic trainer Richie Bancells is "a little concerned," and Gonzalez could miss his next start.

"We'll see how that shakes out," Showalter said.

Showalter doesn't expect the Orioles to make any trades before the midnight deadline. He added that executive vice president Dan Duquette hasn't given any indication that a deal is pending, and certainly not one that impacts a player currently on the roster.

Tonight's lineup includes all three catchers. Showalter said they have good numbers against Rays starter Chris Archer, which contributed to his decision.

It's clear that Showalter also is trying to shake up the team after 10 losses in the last 11 games.

"Sometimes you're in need of a different look, to take away from Groundhog Day," he said.

"We're trying to win," Showalter added, "and we think this gives us the best chance."

Single-A Delmarva catcher Jonah Heim has been activated from the disabled list, and catcherSteel Russellhas been promoted to high SIngle-A Frederick.