http://mlb.mlb.com BAL Homepage News Mon, 20 May 2013 12:32:31 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130519&content_id=47996448&vkey=news_bal&c_id=bal Sun, 19 May 2013 18:00:59 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130519&content_id=47996448&vkey=news_bal&c_id=bal Rays outfielder Matt Joyce hit his eighth home run of the season Sunday afternoon at Camden Yards, after an official review gave Tampa Bay a 3-1 lead over the Orioles. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130519&content_id=47984042&notebook_id=47984970&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Sun, 19 May 2013 13:14:26 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130519&content_id=47984042&notebook_id=47984970&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Orioles infielder Ryan Flaherty was optioned following Saturday's loss, and manager Buck Showalter is encouraged that he will get consistent at-bats in a variety of positions at Triple-A Norfolk as the organization tries to get him back on track. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130519&content_id=47984042&notebook_id=47984048&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Sun, 19 May 2013 13:00:31 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130519&content_id=47984042&notebook_id=47984048&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal The Orioles recalled infielder Danny Valencia prior to Sunday's game, and the right-handed hitter got the start at designated hitter in the team's series finale against Rays lefty Matt Moore. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_20_nyamlb_balmlb_1&mode=preview&vkey=preview_web_home&c_id=bal Sun, 19 May 2013 17:15:07 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_20_nyamlb_balmlb_1&mode=preview&vkey=preview_web_home&c_id=bal The Orioles were supposed to miss CC Sabathia during their three-game series against the Yankees, which starts on Monday night at Camden Yards. The weather had other plans. Sunday's rainout at Yankee Stadium pushed back Sabathia's start, and the big lefty will get the ball against former teammate Freddy Garcia in the series opener. Andrew Simon http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_19_tbamlb_balmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bal Sun, 19 May 2013 18:30:51 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_19_tbamlb_balmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bal Chris Tillman was sharp with four strikeouts in six innings, but the Orioles managed just five hits in a 3-1 loss to the Rays in the series finale on Sunday. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47899396&notebook_id=47953210&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Sat, 18 May 2013 22:40:46 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47899396&notebook_id=47953210&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal The Orioles optioned infielder Ryan Flaherty to Triple-A Norfolk following Saturday's 10-6 loss, and the club will announce a corresponding roster move prior to Sunday's game. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47899396&notebook_id=47903400&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Sat, 18 May 2013 16:15:30 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47899396&notebook_id=47903400&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal The Orioles placed outfielder Nolan Reimold on the 15-day disabled list with a right hamstring strain prior to Saturday's game. The 29-year-old, who hasn't played in a week, will now be sidelined for at least another nine days. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47899396&notebook_id=47899502&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Sat, 18 May 2013 15:25:18 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47899396&notebook_id=47899502&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Orioles right-hander Jake Arrieta was recalled prior to Saturday's game, where he will be used -- at least initially -- as an extra bullpen arm who can go multiple innings and help spell an overworked relief corps. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_18_tbamlb_balmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bal Sat, 18 May 2013 22:30:50 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_18_tbamlb_balmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bal Back-to-back homers from Adam Jones and Chris Davis in a four-run first weren't enough, as Jim Johnson blew his second straight save in the O's 10-6 loss to the Rays on Saturday. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47805382&notebook_id=47854564&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Fri, 17 May 2013 23:08:31 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47805382&notebook_id=47854564&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Kevin Gausman struck out a career-high 10 batters for Double-A Bowie on Friday night, allowing an earned run on four hits over six innings in an impressive 90-pitch outing. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47805382&notebook_id=47810900&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Fri, 17 May 2013 18:13:32 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47805382&notebook_id=47810900&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Miguel Gonzalez pitched in a simulated game at Camden Yards on Friday afternoon, and the right-hander remains on track to start next week against the Yankees. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_17_tbamlb_balmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bal Sat, 18 May 2013 12:30:26 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_17_tbamlb_balmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bal A furious comeback bid came up just short for the Orioles, who dropped the series opener, 12-10, to the Rays on Friday night. Jason Hammel was tagged for seven runs on 10 hits in 4 2/3 innings. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47805382&notebook_id=47805384&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Fri, 17 May 2013 17:12:15 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47805382&notebook_id=47805384&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Orioles right-hander Jair Jurrjens was in the clubhouse on Friday, and he will be added to the roster and make his Baltimore debut on Saturday against the Tampa Bay Rays. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47726606&vkey=news_bal&c_id=bal Thu, 16 May 2013 18:55:23 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47726606&vkey=news_bal&c_id=bal One of this spring's final decisions, T.J. McFarland made Baltimore's Opening Day roster as part of the team's outstanding bullpen and will have to stay on the 25-man roster all season to stay in the organization. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_15_sdnmlb_balmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bal Wed, 15 May 2013 17:50:57 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_15_sdnmlb_balmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bal The Orioles ran into trouble on defense and on the mound, which helped the Padres to an 8-4 victory on Wednesday afternoon at Camden Yards. Jeff Seidel http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47603244&notebook_id=47603612&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Wed, 15 May 2013 12:42:39 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47603244&notebook_id=47603612&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Steve Pearce again got the start at designated hitter for the Wednesday matinee versus the Padres. He was batting ninth but has been turning it up lately. Brittany Ghiroli and Jeff Seidel http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47603244&notebook_id=47603326&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Wed, 15 May 2013 12:37:41 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47603244&notebook_id=47603326&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Miguel Gonzalez (blister) had a 35-pitch side session Wednesday morning, and physically, everything went well. His stuff was OK, according to pitching coach Rick Adair, and Gonzalez threw five or six pitches without the bandage on his right thumb. Brittany Ghiroli and Jeff Seidel http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_14_sdnmlb_balmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bal Tue, 14 May 2013 23:15:57 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_14_sdnmlb_balmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=bal Orioles closer Jim Johnson snapped a team record of 35 consecutive converted saves, allowing a pair of two-out runs to the Padres in Tuesday's series-opening 3-2 loss. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47516874&notebook_id=47516894&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Tue, 14 May 2013 18:37:43 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47516874&notebook_id=47516894&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal As expected, the Orioles placed starter Wei-Yin Chen on the 15-day disabled list with a right oblique strain prior to Tuesday's series opener against the Padres, and Jair Jurrjens is expected to start in his place on Saturday. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47516874&notebook_id=47516892&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Tue, 14 May 2013 18:37:38 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47516874&notebook_id=47516892&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal O's executive vice president of baseball operations Dan Duquette confirmed Tuesday afternoon that Kevin Gausman is not in the Orioles' immediate plans. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47516874&notebook_id=47516890&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Tue, 14 May 2013 18:37:35 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47516874&notebook_id=47516890&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Orioles righty Miguel Gonzalez will throw a side session on Wednesday, and the team is still optimistic that he will be eligible to come off the disabled list and make a start early next week. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130513&content_id=47411722&vkey=news_bal&c_id=bal Mon, 13 May 2013 15:59:44 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130513&content_id=47411722&vkey=news_bal&c_id=bal Manny Machado has had a monster start to '13, one that demands notice -- and is getting it. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47320682&notebook_id=47379444&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Sun, 12 May 2013 20:48:32 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47320682&notebook_id=47379444&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Orioles right-hander Jake Arrieta did not make Sunday's scheduled Triple-A start, and he has been diagnosed with a right shoulder strain that could cause the 27-year-old to either be pushed back or skip an outing entirely. Brittany Ghiroli and Derek Wetmore http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47320682&notebook_id=47355840&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Sun, 12 May 2013 17:32:36 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47320682&notebook_id=47355840&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Chris Davis, Adam Jones and other Orioles players joined hundreds of their MLB peers and used pink bats made by Louisville Slugger, the Official Bat of Major League Baseball, stamped with the MLB breast cancer awareness logo. Brittany Ghiroli and Derek Wetmore http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47340506&vkey=news_bal&c_id=bal Sun, 12 May 2013 18:40:22 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47340506&vkey=news_bal&c_id=bal Orioles starter Wei-Yin Chen exited Sunday's series finale against the Twins with a right oblique strain after tossing 73 pitches in five scoreless innings. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47320682&notebook_id=47323126&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Sun, 12 May 2013 14:06:27 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47320682&notebook_id=47323126&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal On Sunday, Mike Belfiore was in Minnesota, recalled from Triple-A Norfolk by the Orioles to help add some length to an overworked bullpen in what will be his Major League debut. Brittany Ghiroli and Derek Wetmore http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_12_balmlb_minmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=bal Sun, 12 May 2013 19:10:13 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_12_balmlb_minmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=bal Chris Davis, Adam Jones and Steve Pearce went deep, and Wei-Yin Chen threw five scoreless innings before leaving with a right oblique strain in the O's 6-0 win in the rubber match on Sunday. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130511&content_id=47253540&notebook_id=47292048&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Sat, 11 May 2013 23:13:13 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130511&content_id=47253540&notebook_id=47292048&vkey=notebook_bal&c_id=bal Steve Johnson allowed six runs on seven hits and four walks in an 8-5 loss to the Twins on Saturday night and became the second consecutive starter to last just four innings, forcing the Orioles to option the right-hander to Triple-A Norfolk after the game to make room for some bullpen help. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_11_balmlb_minmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=bal Sat, 11 May 2013 23:48:22 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_11_balmlb_minmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=bal The Twins, who watched a six-run lead dissipate on Friday, erased the Orioles' early three-run lead on Saturday and tagged Steve Johnson with six earned runs in an 8-5 loss Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130509&content_id=47068172&vkey=news_bal&c_id=bal Fri, 10 May 2013 10:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130509&content_id=47068172&vkey=news_bal&c_id=bal Every morning that Pam Wieters, mother of Orioles' catcher Matt, wakes up and gets ready at her vanity, all she has to do is look down to recapture the love and sincerity that comes with the yearly holiday of Mother's Day. Brittany Ghiroli