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Laich cool as ice in throwing first pitch (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Mon, 20 May 2013 19:45:09 EDT

Captials forward Brooks Laich, who was named after Orioles great Brooks Robinson, threw out the first pitch before Monday's game.

Orioles' uniform baseball's most popular (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:10:02 EDT

The Orioles bested the St. Louis Cardinals in ESPN's "Battle of the Uniforms."

Chen leaves for Sarasota tomorrow (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:15:48 EDT

Wei-Yin Chen is set to leave for Sarasota, Fla. on Tuesday to continue rhab from his right oblique strain. When he'll return is uncertain.

Showalter may think twice arguing call

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:22:21 EDT

A bit of posturing on the part of Orioles manager Buck Showalter cost his team two bases and a run Sunday, after Showalter argued that a double by Matt Joyce should have been called foul â€” and it was instead ruled a home run after review.

Baltimore Orioles: The best things that happened in the last week

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:53:46 EDT

Everyone knows the Orioles are slumping. It is an unavoidable fact that even good teams do go through losing streaks. To this point, the Orioles really have not played their best baseball, and yet they are still very much in the thick of things. Despite the fact that they are just 3-7 in their last [...]Baltimore Orioles: The best things that happened in the last week - Birds Watcher - Birds Watcher - A Baltimore Orioles Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

Fair is foul, foul is fair, O’s drop fifth straight

Mon, 20 May 2013 05:51:30 EDT

Let’s be frank about one thing; a controversial home run call did not have a direct impact on the Baltimore Orioles losing to 3-1 to Tampa yesterday afternoon, their fifth straight loss. First off let’s review; Matt Joyce sent what appeared to the naked eye to be a foul ball into the RF corner. First [...]Fair is foul, foul is fair, O’s drop fifth straight - Birds Watcher - Birds Watcher - A Baltimore Orioles Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

Orioles Notable Quotables – May 20th

Mon, 20 May 2013 01:09:12 EDT

Another game, another tough loss. While this one may be remembered for yet another “was or was that not a home run?” the fact is, the O’s have lost five straight, and while it’s a little early to be hitting the panic button (this team is young, all things considered, average age of 27.9), I [...]Orioles Notable Quotables – May 20th - Birds Watcher - Birds Watcher - A Baltimore Orioles Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

Team Report - TAMPA BAY RAYS (The SportsXchange)

Mon, 20 May 2013 00:40:15 EDT

Moore first to win eight games

Orioles: Step Back from the Panic Button

Sun, 19 May 2013 23:20:11 EDT

Here at the end of a 5-game losing streak, Orioles fans are beginning to wonder if the time has come to hit the panic button. To that I would say, “Make note of where the button is, but don’t smash it just yet.” The past five games have been painful indeed. However, two of them [...]Orioles: Step Back from the Panic Button - Birds Watcher - Birds Watcher - A Baltimore Orioles Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

Team Report - SAN DIEGO PADRES (The SportsXchange)

Sun, 19 May 2013 22:15:13 EDT

Stauffer returns to utility pitching role

Rays' Moore stops Orioles for 8-0 start (Reuters)

Sun, 19 May 2013 21:26:41 EDT

(Reuters) - Tampa Bay's Matt Moore matched a 1917 start by Babe Ruth as he improved to a Major League-leading 8-0 in the Rays' 3-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday. Moore tossed seven innings and allowed just five hits and one run to stay undefeated and win his ninth straight decision, setting a Rays' franchise record. The 23-year-old left-hander's start is the best by a pitcher that young since the 22-year-old Ruth went 8-0 in 1917. "Historically speaking, it's been wonderful," Rays manager Joe Maddon told reporters. "I like the idea that he knows that he can get better. ...

Baseball-Rays' Moore stops Orioles for 8-0 start (Reuters)

Sun, 19 May 2013 21:19:37 EDT

May 19 (Reuters) - Tampa Bay's Matt Moore matched a 1917 start by Babe Ruth as he improved to a Major League-leading 8-0 in the Rays' 3-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday. Moore tossed seven innings and allowed just five hits and one run to stay undefeated and win his ninth straight decision, setting a Rays' franchise record. The 23-year-old left-hander's start is the best by a pitcher that young since the 22-year-old Ruth went 8-0 in 1917. "Historically speaking, it's been wonderful," Rays manager Joe Maddon told reporters. "I like the idea that he knows that he can get better. ...

Rain carries Sabathia to start against O's (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Sun, 19 May 2013 18:26:03 EDT

Weather shifts the Yankees ace's schedule to open the series in Baltimore.

Rays' Moore gets 8th win (The SportsXchange)

Sun, 19 May 2013 18:20:29 EDT

BALTIMORE - Despite his perfect won-lost record thus far, Tampa Bay starter Matt Moore knows there are things he can improve.

Cincinnati Reds' Fan Favorite Ryan Freel Tragically Retired Too Early (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

Sun, 19 May 2013 17:56:00 EDT

COMMENTARY| During his prime with the Cincinnati Reds, Ryan Freel personified leaving it all out on the field. Whether it was reckless abandon or just the will of an overachieving player to do everything within his power to succeed, Freel may have reminded many in Reds Country of their favorite native son Pete Rose with the way he gave everything he had on the field all of the time.

Rays 3, Orioles 1 (The SportsXchange)

Sun, 19 May 2013 17:10:27 EDT

BALTIMORE - Matt Moore earned his major-league-leading eighth victory, and Luke Scott and Matt Joyce hit solo homers as the Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Baltimore Orioles 3-1 on Sunday at Camden Yards.

Moore shines as Rays sweep Orioles

Sun, 19 May 2013 17:05:06 EDT

Matt Moore pitched seven innings of five-hit ball to stay unbeaten, Luke Scott and Matt Joyce homered and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Baltimore Orioles 3-1 Sunday for a three-game sweep.

Orioles drop fifth straight, 3-1 to Rays (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:52:59 EDT

The Orioles continue to slide. Baltimore's 3-1 loss to the Rays on Sunday was its fifth straight.

Hardy shares Gold Glove with Hale (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Sun, 19 May 2013 14:47:47 EDT

J.J. Hardy was so grateful to win the Gold Glove award that he shared it with last year's third base coach, DeMarlo Hale.

Valencia brings versatility to Orioles (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Sun, 19 May 2013 14:01:40 EDT

Danny Valencia got the call, and he'll try and give the Orioles some versatility and punch.

Flaherty needs to work on hitting at Norfolk (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:44:59 EDT

Ryan Flaherty knows what he has to work on in Norfolk--his hitting.

Orioles try and break four-game losing streak (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Sun, 19 May 2013 07:42:12 EDT

The Orioles try to break a four-game losing streak against Tampa Bay on Sunday in the finale of a three-game series.

Another blown save dooms the O’s

Sun, 19 May 2013 06:20:02 EDT

Jair Jurrjens became the 10th pitcher to start for the Baltimore Orioles in 2013 yesterday afternoon at the yard against Tampa. Jurrjens’ line: 5 IP, 6 H, 4 R, 1 BB, 4 K. Obviously the O’s ideally wanted Jurrjens to go deeper into the game than the fifth inning. However let’s keep in mind that [...]Another blown save dooms the O’s - Birds Watcher - Birds Watcher - A Baltimore Orioles Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

The Juice: Rays rally in ninth inning, end Orioles 109-game win streak when leading after seven (Big League Stew)

Sun, 19 May 2013 04:58:52 EDT

Your browser does not support iframes. The Juice returns for season No. 6! It's almost eligible for free-agency! Stop by daily for news from the action, along with great photos, stats, video highlights and more. The Baltimore Orioles have been basically untouchable when leading after seven innings over the past couple of seasons, but that all came to a stunning and screeching halt on Saturday. With a 6-4 lead entering the ninth, closer Jim Johnson, whose consecutive save streak ended at 35 on Tuesday, allowed a home run to Kelly Johnson, two walks, a single, before wrapping up his outing on Matt Joyce’s go-ahead, two-run double. Sidearmer Darren O’Day took over from there and allowed both of Johnson’s inherited runners to score and then one of his own. All in all, it was a six-run rally for the Rays that turned Baltimore‘s lead into a 10-6 defeat , ending their remarkable 109-game winning streak in games they led after the seventh inning in the process. I suppose they knew it was coming eventually, but one has to believe there were a few shocked people in Baltimore's clubhouse after it got away to that extend. Meanwhile, Evan Longoria and the Rays couldn't have been more thrilled they were the team to finally end the late inning dominance. ''Their track record after seven innings has spoken for itself,'' Longoria said. ''They've been really good late in the game. And Jim Johnson has been as good as they come. To be able to get to him and then tack a couple more on and be able to win a game like that, especially here in this hostile environment, is really big.'' The Rays will hope to make it three really big wins on Sunday as they go for the series sweep.

O's still seeking starter solutions (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:11:19 EDT

Forget the bullpen meltdown; the Orioles still want to address their rotation.

Late stumble rare for Orioles in loss to Rays (The SportsXchange)

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:10:32 EDT

BALTIMORE -- The Baltimore Orioles had won 109 consecutive games when leading after seven innings -- a streak that stretched to the 2011 season. But Tampa Bay ended that run on Saturday

Joyce, Rays rally past Orioles in 9th for 10-6 win (The Associated Press)

Sat, 18 May 2013 20:03:26 EDT

BALTIMORE (AP) -- Matt Joyce hit a go-ahead two-run double in a six-run ninth-inning rally, lifting the Tampa Bay Rays to a 10-6 victory over the Orioles on Saturday, ending Baltimore's franchise-record streak of 109 straight wins when leading after seven innings.

Rays 10, Orioles 6 (The SportsXchange)

Sat, 18 May 2013 20:00:27 EDT

BALTIMORE -- Matt Joyce and Ben Zobrist hit two-run doubles, and Kelly Johnson added a solo home run in a six-run ninth inning as the Tampa Bay Rays rallied for a 10-6 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday at Camden Yards.

Johnson's nightmare ninth leads to O's loss (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Sat, 18 May 2013 19:42:34 EDT

Jim Johnson has had a week to forget. He blew his second straight save in the Orioles' 10-6 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays.

Splint removed, Teagarden not close to return (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:36:39 EDT

Despite having the splint removed from his left thumb, Taylor Teagarden isn't close to a return to the Orioles.

Matt Moore and Fernando Rodney wear camouflage as part of Rays latest themed road trip (Big League Stew)

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:04:57 EDT

When you’re with the same group of people for seven or eight months straight and frequently traveling to new destinations, you almost have to come up with new and creative activities just to keep yourself from going insane. No professional sports team understands that line of thinking or has embraced it more than the Tampa Bay Rays ever since Joe Maddon took over the reigns in 2006. The end result has been a number of highly entertaining ventures. From D.J.’s, mariachi bands and penguins in the clubhouse , to their many awesome themed road trips that have seen players donning various costumes and even lettermen jackets on a trip from Texas to Boston earlier this season, the Rays aren't afraid to stand out or do something silly just to keep the clubhouse atmosphere from stagnating. It's with that established that we now tell you about Tampa Bay's latest themed road trip. It's their 25th different theme since Maddon started the tradition in 2008, and it's among our favorites so far as the team was decked out in army fatigues, hunting disguises and other various camo patterns for their flight up the coast to take on the Baltimore Orioles this weekend. Pretty much every player took the assignment seriously, though most were subdued compared to Matt Moore, who you see pictured on the far left in the picture above, and Fernando Rodney, who you'll see below. Yes, those are plantains hanging from Rodney's locker, because of course. And given his out-going personality, it should come as no surprise that he's one of the players who went all out. I also have to applaud Jamey Wright, who went with the full green military suit. Good stuff, and a nice little tradition you have going there, Mr. Maddon. "We have so much of that in our clubhouse," Rays manager Joe Maddon told MLB.com . "They're all into this stuff. We have so many hunters. Plus, camo's in right now. Camo actually is in in a fashion sense. It's coming from all different directions. The only part that's uncool in a sense is it's a night trip, so nobody gets to see it. But then again, if you're wearing camo, they wouldn't see anyway." Hey, all that matters is that we can see them now. Thanks again, Joe. Looking for more baseball chatter? Follow @bigleaguestew , @Townie813 , @AnswerDave and @MikeOz on Twitter Also, check out the BLS Facebook Page

Rays rally in 9th to defeat Orioles

Sat, 18 May 2013 15:53:05 EDT

Matt Joyce hit a go-ahead two-run double in a six-run ninth-inning rally, lifting the Tampa Bay Rays to a 10-6 victory over the Orioles on Saturday, ending Baltimore's franchise-record streak of 109 straight wins when leading after seven innings.

Arrieta gets another shot with Orioles (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Sat, 18 May 2013 15:03:17 EDT

Jake Arrieta was recalled by the Orioles. For now, he'll work out of the bullpen.

Orioles add RHP Jurrjens in flurry of roster moves

Sat, 18 May 2013 13:55:04 EDT

The Baltimore Orioles have purchased the contract of Jair Jurrjens from Triple-A Norfolk, and the right-hander will start against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Orioles add RHP Jurrjens in flurry of roster moves (The Associated Press)

Sat, 18 May 2013 13:54:06 EDT

BALTIMORE (AP) -- The Baltimore Orioles have purchased the contract of Jair Jurrjens from Triple-A Norfolk, and the right-hander will start against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Three Reasons Why Jhonny Peralta is the American League's Best Shortstop (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

Sat, 18 May 2013 13:26:00 EDT

COMMENTARY | After a rough 2012 season, shortstop Jhonny Peralta was lucky to keep his job with the Detroit Tigers. The 31-year-old became expendable in the offseason, but after failing to find suitors or an upgrade, the team opted to give him another chance.

Orioles try to break three-game skid (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:51:21 EDT

The Orioles play the Tampa Bay Rays in the second of a three-game series. Game time is 4:05 p.m.

Orioles having pitching wOes

Sat, 18 May 2013 07:54:13 EDT

The Baltimore Orioles this morning find themselves in the rare position of having lost three straight games in 2013. I suppose that the most concerning thing about last night’s 12-10 loss was the in which the game unfolded, with starter Jason Hammel getting beaten around the way that he did. Hammel’s line: 4.2 IP, 10 [...]Orioles having pitching wOes - Birds Watcher - Birds Watcher - A Baltimore Orioles Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

Rays hold on to beat Orioles 12-10 (The SportsXchange)

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:40:38 EDT

BALTIMORE -- One day after blowing a ninth inning lead to the Boston Red Sox, the Tampa Bay Rays made sure they did not let another game slip away Friday night against the Baltimore Orioles.

Johnson powers Rays to 12-10 win over Orioles (The Associated Press)

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:04:27 EDT

BALTIMORE (AP) -- Kelly Johnson hit a three-run homer and an RBI single, and the Tampa Bay Rays held on for a 12-10 victory over the slumping Baltimore Orioles on Friday night.

Rays 12, Orioles 10

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:03:09 EDT

Kelly Johnson hit a three-run homer and an RBI single, and the Tampa Bay Rays held on for a 12-10 victory over the slumping Baltimore Orioles on Friday night.

Rays 12, Orioles 10 (The SportsXchange)

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:50:26 EDT

BALTIMORE -- Kelly Johnson homered and drove in four runs, and the Tampa Bay Rays outlasted the Baltimore Orioles 12-10 before an announced 38,061 Friday at Oriole Park.

Hammel rocked, Orioles recover, but lose 12-10 (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:28:57 EDT

Jason Hammel was rocked. The Orioles rallied, but fell to the Tampa Bay Rays 12-10.

Showalter happy about Wada's health in first start (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:40:38 EDT

Buck Showalter was happy that Tsuyoshi Wada's first rehab start went well.

Showalter happy about Wada's health (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:40:38 EDT

Buck Showalter was happy that Tsuyoshi Wada's first rehab start went well.

Jurrjens is ready for big league return (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:51:59 EDT

Jair Jurrjens will be the Orioles' 10th starter this year, and he's hoping to stay for a while.

Gonzalez on track to start Tuesday (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:21:42 EDT

Miguel Gonzalez threw a simulated game on Friday. It went well, so he's on track to start on Tuesday.

Preview: O's welcome Rays to Camden Yards (Comcast SportsNet Mid Atlantic)

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:28:59 EDT

The Orioles play the Tampa Bay Rays in the first of three games at Oriole Park. Game time is 7:05 p.m.

Baltimore Orioles: Good pitching matchup at the yard

Fri, 17 May 2013 07:15:24 EDT

The Baltimore Orioles return to play in the American League East tonight as the Tampa Rays come to Oriole Park at Camden Yards for a three-game weekend series. Given my background in radio I’ll start by giving you a “programming note;” tomorrow’s 4 PM late afternoon start will be televised by FOX on a regional [...]Baltimore Orioles: Good pitching matchup at the yard - Birds Watcher - Birds Watcher - A Baltimore Orioles Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

Giants erase 6-0 deficit, beat Rockies (The SportsXchange)

Fri, 17 May 2013 02:20:29 EDT

DENVER -- Nothing about the Colorado Rockies seems to faze the San Francisco Giants.