Baltimore Sun 3 hours ago
In season full of slumps for Orioles first baseman Chris Davis, he's in the middle of his worst
As bad as Chris Davis’ season has been — a year filled with ugly strikeout-filled dry spells at the plate — the Orioles first baseman is now going through his worst stretch of 2018. With an 0-for-4 night that included four strikeouts and a walk in the Orioles’ 10-8 loss to the New York Yankees,...
Baltimore Sun 5 hours ago
It won't be 2011, but Orioles hope late-season stretch against playoff contenders can boost momentum
The Orioles have been out of the pennant race for months, their season now focused on setting a strong foundation for the future, but in their last 10 games, they play three teams jockeying for playoff positions. That season-ending stretch started Friday at Yankee Stadium, where the New York Yankees...
BaltimoreBaseball.com 15 hours ago
Uncertainty follows Orioles to New York as they lose to Yankees
NEW YORK—As the Orioles began their final road trip of the season, the futures of the two top decision-makers in the organization was still in question. According to a report in USA Today, manager Buck Showalter is not expected to return as Orioles manager in 2019. Before Friday night’s game, which the Orioles lost to […]
Baltimore Sun 15 hours ago
Orioles' rally falls short as Yankees hold on for 10-8 series-opening win in New York
The beginning of the Orioles’ final road trip of the season landed them at the one place they’ve actually played well this season: Yankee Stadium. But as this Orioles team limps to the finish of the franchise’s worst season, it opened a 10-game stretch Friday against three teams positioned for...
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Baltimore Sun 18 hours ago
Orioles' rebuild is just beginning — with futures of Dan Duquette, Buck Showalter to be determined
The worst season in Orioles history is nearing the end, but for an organization that faces many obstacles to return to respectability, the rebuild is just beginning. This offseason will be a busy one, with Orioles decision makers determining the futures of many within the organization — most notably...
Baltimore Sun 19 hours ago
Orioles notes: Britton getting used to Yankees, says young group reminds him of O's during resurgence
It’s been nearly two months since the Orioles traded reliever Zach Britton to the New York Yankees, and even though the left-hander’s relief role still isn’t as defined as it was when he was Orioles closer for parts of five years, he said Friday that he’s become comfortable pitching in pinstripes....
Pinstripe Alley 20 hours ago
New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles: CC Sabathia vs. Yefry Ramirez
Shaking off last night’s game, CC kicks off the final home series of the regular season The race for the American League East title ended last night, and the Yankees have to quickly turn their eyes to the ever persistent Oakland Athletics in the standings. The two teams don’t have any meetings remaining however, so the only thing left to do is take care of business against the opponents in front of the Yankees. Enter Baltimore. The Orioles have the worst record in baseball, but they’ve been a persistent thorn in New York’s side this season. This is the last opportunity the Yankees...
River Ave. Blues 23 hours ago
9/21 to 9/23 Series Preview: Baltimore Orioles
After taking two of three from the Red Sox, the Yankees ride high into their final home series of the season. Their reward is a three-game set with the worst team in baseball, the Baltimore Orioles. The Last Time They Met The Bombers took four games in three days from the Orioles on Players’ Weekend […] The post 9/21 to 9/23 Series Preview: Baltimore Orioles appeared first on River Avenue Blues.
BaltimoreBaseball.com Sep 21, 2018
How’s the Orioles’ makeover going so far?
It’s been nearly two months since the Orioles completed the last of the trades that sent six veterans—Manny Machado, Zach Britton, Brad Brach, Kevin Gausman, Darren O’Day and Jonathan Schoop away—and brought back 15 players and $2.75 million in international signing bonus slot money. Although it’s far too early to make a definitive judgment on […]
Call to the Pen Sep 21, 2018
Baltimore Orioles: Stop trying to make Hunter Harvey happen
Another year, another injury for Baltimore Orioles prospect Hunter Harvey. At this point, one has to wonder if he is ever going to be a major league player. In theory, Hunter Harvey should be a key part of the Baltimore Orioles future. The former first round pick, and son of former closer Bryan Harvey, he […] Baltimore Orioles: Stop trying to make Hunter Harvey happen - Call to the Pen - Call to the Pen - A Major League Baseball Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Baltimore Sun Sep 20, 2018
Tanner Scott, Orioles encouraged by reliever's progress as he finds his way in major leagues
Tanner Scott seems to remember the details of his Orioles debut, which occurred a year ago Thursday, like it was yesterday. He can’t forget his first big league mistake, when he was slow to cover first base on a potential double-play ball that could have ended his debut with a clean inning. Instead,...
Call to the Pen Sep 20, 2018
Baltimore Orioles: Five potential landing spots for Adam Jones in 2019
As Baltimore Orioles CF Adam Jones gets ready to enter free agency, one has to wonder where he will end up signing. Here are a few potential landing spots. It’s safe to say 2018 has been a tumultuous year for the Baltimore Orioles. After making the playoffs in 2012, 2014, and 2016, the O’s were […] Baltimore Orioles: Five potential landing spots for Adam Jones in 2019 - Call to the Pen - Call to the Pen - A Major League Baseball Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
BaltimoreBaseball.com Sep 20, 2018
Diner Question: Should the Orioles bring back Cal Ripken Jr.?
At the diner, we’d love a visit from any Orioles, past and present. Oriole fans already know their way. In July, the Orioles announced that Brooks Robinson and Eddie Murray would rejoin the team as special advisers, but there hasn’t been any word about a role with the team for Cal Ripken Jr. For many […]
Baltimore Sun Sep 20, 2018
Orioles rewind: Looking back at Wednesday night's 2-1 win over the Blue Jays
Stories, photos from the Orioles' game Wednesday night.
Baltimore Sun Sep 20, 2018
Jimmy Yacabonis takes advantage of starting opportunity in Orioles' 2-1 win over Blue Jays
One of the many things this Orioles team has struggled with this season is making early leads stick, often allowing runs right after scoring. But in the Orioles’ 2-1 win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday night, right-hander Jimmy Yacabonis’ “shutdown” fourth inning — coming after rookie DJ...
Baltimore Sun Sep 20, 2018
How a devout fan used yoga and humor to survive the Orioles' worst season ever
As the losses accumulated this summer like the puddles in her yard, Jackie Howell kept tuning in to the Orioles. She’s still watching night after night, even the 14-2 and 10-0 defeats during a brutal, 100-plus loss season trying the patience of most every fan. She still comes to as many games as...
BaltimoreBaseball.com Sep 19, 2018
Stewart’s first major league homer propels Orioles to 2-1 win
BALTIMORE—For his 13 major league at-bats, DJ Stewart had nothing to show for it. In Tuesday night’s loss, Stewart had a little league home run, and followed it Wednesday with an authentic big league home run. Stewart’s home run and double were the big hits in the Orioles’ 2-1 win over the Toronto Blue Jays. […]
Baltimore Sun Sep 19, 2018
Spot starter Jimmy Yacabonis, rookie DJ Stewart lift Orioles to 2-1 victory over Blue Jays
The Orioles’ pitching situation has become so strained that manager Buck Showalter has had to announce the starters for two of the three games against the Toronto Blue Jays less than 24 hours before they took the mound. Rookie pitcher Evan Philips was designated to start Monday’s series opener...
