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Peter Schmuck: Effect of Brian Roberts' return on Orioles remains to be seen

Peter Schmuck — Wed, 23 May 2012 01:00:00 GMT

O's will have difficult choices to make when he rejoins them, but all parties are putting team first

Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts will begin an injury rehabilitation assignment Wednesday night at Double-A Bowie, which means that he has up to 20 days to work his way back into the major league lineup.

Peter Schmuck: I'll Have Another's trainer awaits increased scrutiny at Belmont

Peter Schmuck — Sun, 20 May 2012 02:46:00 GMT

Preakness-winning trainer is going to continue to enjoy the ride

Start spreading the news if you want, but it won't be necessary. Doug O'Neill is about to take New York.

Schmuck: Locking up Jones and Wieters should be priority for the Orioles

Peter Schmuck — Wed, 16 May 2012 00:14:00 GMT

It would be nice to think the true litmus test that determines whether the Orioles have really turned a competitive corner this season would be a bushelful of victories over the big-money Yankees and Red Sox.

Schmuck: Frank Deford captures Baltimore sports history in memoir

Peter Schmuck — Sat, 12 May 2012 20:12:00 GMT

It was one of the true watershed moments in Baltimore sports history, so why should anyone be surprised that Frank Deford — one of the greatest sportswriters of the modern era and a Charm City native — would be there to witness it?

At potential turning point for O's, depth could pay off

Peter Schmuck — Wed, 09 May 2012 18:35:00 GMT

On the heels of one of the most uplifting road trips in recent memory, the Orioles suddenly find themselves at their first critical juncture of the young season, but here's the reason that it might not suck all the wind out of their terrific start:

Peter Schmuck: What's next in historic baseball season?

Peter Schmuck — Wed, 09 May 2012 05:27:00 GMT

Making history is becoming a habit during the 2012 baseball season.

With best record in baseball, Oriole Magic is in the air

Peter Schmuck — Mon, 07 May 2012 05:16:00 GMT

It's starting to look like there might be some Oriole Magic in the air.

Change is in the air in the AL East

Peter Schmuck — Sat, 05 May 2012 20:42:00 GMT

While Yankees and Red Sox show signs of weakness, the O's, Rays and Jays seem ready to make it interesting

It might be too soon to proclaim that the Orioles have returned to respectability in the American League East, but it's not too soon to take notice of the rapidly changing landscape in baseball's toughest division.

Sculptor puts finishing touches on Orioles' living legend monuments

Peter Schmuck — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 19:56:00 GMT

Antonio Tobias Mendez chats with Sun columnist Peter Schmuck about designing, sculpting and unveiling the bronze monuments of six Orioles living legends.

Jamie Moyer credits his time with Orioles with helping turn his career around

Peter Schmuck — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 04:29:00 GMT

When Colorado Rockies left-hander Jamie Moyer became — at 49 — the oldest pitcher in history to win a major league game last Tuesday night, it probably didn't cross his mind that a few million middle-aged guys suddenly felt a little bit younger and lot more alive.

Familiar start for the Orioles may give way to usual end

Peter Schmuck — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 19:50:00 GMT

There is a cautionary adage about the perils of over-analyzing unexpected good fortune. It is considered bad form to examine the dental work of a gift horse because — I guess — you didn't deserve the poor animal in the first place.

When it comes to Dylan Bundy, everyone has an opinion

Peter Schmuck — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 19:14:00 GMT

Finding the right time to bring up the Orioles' young prospect is far from easy

Right now, top Orioles pitching prospect Dylan Bundy is in the middle of a perfect game.

Unique mix in Orioles' bullpen unproven

Peter Schmuck — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 01:19:00 GMT

It was a calculated risk. The Orioles have opened the season with what manager Buck Showalter willingly concedes is an "unconventional" bullpen, which could leave him and baseball operations chief Dan Duquette with some explaining to do if the starting pitchers aren't able to provide enough good innings to keep the relievers fresh.

Peter Schmuck: Markakis shows signs he could become a power threat again

Peter Schmuck — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 01:33:00 GMT

Opposite-field homer may be an indication that right fielder is healthier than he's been the past two years

Nick Markakis arrived at spring training this year wondering along with the rest of us just how long it would take for him to rebound from serious abdominal damage and re-establish himself as a major offensive force in the Orioles batting order.

First pitch in Camden Yards, lasting memory for Rick Sutcliffe

Peter Schmuck — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 22:35:00 GMT

Former Orioles pitcher Rick Sutcliffe had every intention of heading home for the 1992 season, and why not?

Schmuck: Don't read too much into spring, but is there hope for Orioles?

Peter Schmuck — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 21:25:00 GMT

Since Orioles fans have been seduced and abandoned more times than anyone would like to count, there probably should be a legal requirement that any preseason analysis that includes even mildly positive forward-looking statements has to come with this disclaimer:

A look into the changes coming at Camden Yards

Peter Schmuck — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 21:39:00 GMT

Orioles fans have known since December that their ballpark at Camden Yards will have a different look when the O's open the regular season against the Minnesota Twins on April 6. Now, it's time to take an early peek at the changes that are being made for Oriole Park's season-long 20th Anniversary celebration.

Britton may be out but Orioles still have options

Peter Schmuck — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 21:58:00 GMT

It was one of those here-we-go-again moments that always seem to land right in your lap when you're trying to find some reason to be optimistic about the Orioles.

Orioles pitchers have another chance to prove themselves

Peter Schmuck — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 22:06:00 GMT

New baseball operations chief Dan Duquette is going to look pretty smart if the Orioles suddenly rise up this year and post their first .500-or-better record since 1997, but if that happens, it probably won't be because he spent the past few months stockpiling pitchers to make sure the club has sufficient depth at the major and minor league levels.

Peter Schmuck: Lest we forget, Orioles have two important question marks on offense

Peter Schmuck — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 03:20:00 GMT

Focus in spring training has been on pitching staff, but leadoff and cleanup spots are unsettled

The Orioles were well into their seventh Grapefruit League game Saturday when first baseman Chris Davis finally launched their first home run of March off a pitcher in a different uniform.

Evaluation process just beginning for the Orioles

Peter Schmuck — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 22:39:00 GMT

The Orioles will start playing guys in different uniforms on Monday, which means that spring training is about to get serious.

Winning is in the details for Showalter

Peter Schmuck — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 23:16:00 GMT

SARASOTA, Fla. -- When the players have gone and the sun is getting ready to set on the beautifully renovated Ed Smith Stadium complex, it is not unusual to see a lone figure steering a golf cart slowly around the facility and examining everything from the landscaping to the light fixtures.

Armando Galarraga awaits a perfect opportunity

Peter Schmuck — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 03:20:00 GMT

His history proves he's a great guy, but Armando Galarraga wants the Orioles to value his great arm

This is the first thing that pops into your mind when you see Armando Galarraga jogging across the field at the Ed Smith Stadium complex in an Orioles jersey:

Schmuck: Progress may come in bits for Roberts

Peter Schmuck — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 00:36:00 GMT

No one expected Brian Roberts to throw down the gauntlet on Friday and set a date for his return to the Orioles lineup. No one, really, expected any hard answers about his recovery from multiple concussions. It's not that kind of thing.

Adam Jones leads Orioles with optimistic approach

Peter Schmuck — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 23:01:00 GMT

Adam Jones knows you think he's crazy.