tag:www.masnsports.com,2010-04-02:/school_of_roch//3 2012-02-23T22:31:14Z Roch Kubatko on the Orioles Movable Type Pro 5.01 tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19935 2012-02-23T19:33:25Z 2012-02-23T22:31:14Z

SARASOTA, Fla. - Reliever Jim Johnson threw off a half mound today and will progress to a regular mound on Saturday. Johnson has been receiving treatment for tightness in his lower back, but he appears to be fine. "Everything's good," he said. "I'll be on a full mound Saturday. Riveting...

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Reliever Jim Johnson threw off a half mound today and will progress to a regular mound on Saturday. Johnson has been receiving treatment for tightness in his lower back, but he appears to be fine. "Everything's good," he said. "I'll be on a full mound Saturday. Riveting ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/7ywznWJCeFI" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/more-notes-from-thursdays-workout.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19933 2012-02-23T18:32:40Z 2012-02-23T22:06:53Z

Berken injures a hamstring during workouts, Roberts to participate in Friday workout

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Reliever Jason Berken tweaked his left hamstring today during conditioning drills. Berken had left the facility before reporters returned to the clubhouse and wasn't immediately available for comment. Manager Buck Showalter used the word "tweaked," but added that he wasn't certain of the severity. He was collecting ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/RVk6lBiYIkU" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/berken-injures-hamstring-roberts-update.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19931 2012-02-23T15:15:59Z 2012-02-23T19:51:32Z

After second bullpen session of spring, Matusz intent on making rotation

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Position players must report to camp today. Third baseman Josh Bell and outfielder Jai Miller arrived this morning. Outfielder Endy Chavez might be the last player to check into the Ed Smith Stadium complex. I haven't seen Steve Tolleson, but one of the reporters here says that ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/c0GFzX8EPl4" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/matusz-intent-on-making-2012-matter.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19929 2012-02-23T10:26:53Z 2012-02-23T18:47:18Z

First baseman Joe Mahoney would like a healthy season, ready to join Triple-A

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Once the Orioles cut ties with former first-round pick Brandon Snyder over the winter, a path was cleared for Joe Mahoney at Triple-A Norfolk. Nobody is standing in his way. All he has to do is stay on the field. That's no small feat for the 6-foot-6 ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/-YgGWLHKIDk" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/mahoney-seeking-a-healthy-return.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19920 2012-02-22T18:24:14Z 2012-02-22T18:53:18Z

SARASOTA, Fla. - Manager Buck Showalter didn't have to wait long today before a reporter asked about Dylan Bundy's bullpen session. Five seconds, tops. "Good. As advertised," Showalter said. "I've seen him before. But he's in a good place. He's a very serious young man and he's got a great...

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Manager Buck Showalter didn't have to wait long today before a reporter asked about Dylan Bundy's bullpen session. Five seconds, tops. "Good. As advertised," Showalter said. "I've seen him before. But he's in a good place. He's a very serious young man and he's got a great ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/JkcOd1-d950" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/showalter-speaks-after-workout-1.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19918 2012-02-22T17:31:21Z 2012-02-22T18:46:20Z

Large group of Oriole hurlers hit the mound for morning bullpen sessions

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Dylan Bundy wasn't the only pitcher who threw in the bullpen today, just the most heavily anticipated. Wei-Yin Chen, Pat Neshek and Armando Galarraga were in Group 1, Willie Eyre, Jason Berken and Brian Matusz were in Group 2, Oliver Drake, Chris Tillman and Oscar Villarreal were ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/IyhRFlnsNks" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/more-from-the-bullpen-sessions.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19916 2012-02-22T16:37:35Z 2012-02-22T18:47:24Z

Bundy "felt great" during first bullpen session; Joseph will be brought to camp

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Zach Britton is scheduled to throw off flat ground Thursday and Friday. According to the left-hander, he'll rest on Saturday and long-toss again Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, though that schedule is subject to change. Britton is hoping to throw off a mound no later than next weekend. ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/FfQAShNkxf8" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/britton-bundy-and-catching-update.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19913 2012-02-22T13:33:24Z 2012-02-22T18:18:35Z

Wieters likes what he sees from Wada; Lindstrom impresses with velocity

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Matt Wieters caught Tsuyoshi Wada's bullpen session yesterday, so I decided to get a quick scouting report on the Japanese left-hander before today's early workout. "I think he's going to be a good pitcher," Wieters said. "He's going to be a mix-it-up guy. It was just a ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/mM8R3fUgmCI" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/wieters-and-hester-give-scouting-reports.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19911 2012-02-21T22:28:18Z 2012-02-22T17:16:29Z

Journeyman Eveland would like to secure spot in Birds' rotation, stay in Baltimore

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Dana Eveland isn't known for bringing the heat, so he might want to join a different group when throwing a bullpen session in spring training. Eveland stood next to reliever Matt Lindstrom earlier today. Lindstrom almost knocked the mitt off catcher John Hester's hand. Eveland appeared to ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/ZN8NjAhJawo" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/eveland-hoping-to-plant-roots-and-bury-the-starter-competition.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19906 2012-02-21T18:47:49Z 2012-02-22T14:28:45Z

Showalter meets with Wada as manager, hurler attempt to get on same page

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Tsuyoshi Wada, Jake Arrieta, Tommy Hunter, Dana Eveland, Matt Lindstrom and Jason Hammel were among the pitchers who threw bullpen sessions today. Wada has a pause in his delivery that batters will need to time. He's got some deception to it. Matt Wieters insisted on catching Wada ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/WBznFuaE3To" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/more-notes-from-tuesdays-workout.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19903 2012-02-21T18:31:42Z 2012-02-21T19:33:34Z

Catcher Dane Sardinha fails physical, Jim Johnson throws off half-mound

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles lost one of their camp catchers today when Dane Sardinha failed his physical. Sardinha, who signed a minor league contract with a spring training invite, has been removed from the roster. The Orioles will summon Michael Ohlman from the minor league complex as a replacement, ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/LpF_cUmPl4c" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/sardinha-fails-physical.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19902 2012-02-21T18:01:11Z 2012-02-21T21:37:03Z

For second consecutive day, Zach Britton satisfied with his throwing session

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Orioles left-hander Zach Britton noted the progress he made during today's long-toss session at the Ed Smith Stadium complex, and he's hoping to throw off a mound for the first time by the middle of next week. Britton repeated Monday's session by making 60-70 throws from about ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/N3xo4TfccSs" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/britton-today-was-a-big-step-from-yesterday.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19900 2012-02-21T16:27:07Z 2012-02-22T14:07:02Z

Brian Roberts makes appearance at O's major league camp, hits off a tee

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Second baseman Brian Roberts is hitting off a tee in the covered batting cage at the Ed Smith Stadium complex. Roberts is hitting from both sides. At this point in camp, his every move is newsworthy. A few reporters are staking out the cage, hoping to get ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/J9d-oK_hMDs" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/roberts-back-in-camp.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19897 2012-02-21T14:56:06Z 2012-02-21T16:31:21Z

Betemit excited to be with O's, Teagarden healing from second knee surgery

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Wilson Betemit is the latest position player to report early to camp. I still haven't seen Josh Bell, Ryan Adams, Endy Chavez, Jai Miller, Steve Tolleson and Ronny Paulino. Paulino and pitcher Dennys Reyes are having visa issues. Betemit said he's "really excited" to be here, "especially ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/wLbR7HYW31A" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/a-few-minutes-with-betemit-and-teagarden.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19891 2012-02-20T22:01:07Z 2012-02-21T15:46:51Z

Out of options, Davis gets another chance to establish himself in majors in 2012

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - First baseman Chris Davis is out of options, but not out of chances to establish himself in the majors. He's getting another one in 2012. It's time to make the most of it. "For me, it feels like the first time in a couple years that I'm ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/kWw-81qcg4s" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/another-chance-for-chris-davis.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19887 2012-02-20T19:33:27Z 2012-02-20T22:51:15Z

Showalter would like Andino as super-utility player, take advantage of skills

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Six more pitchers need to be tested Tuesday on director of pitching development Rick Peterson's biomechanical analysis. I think you should pass the test if you can repeat that sentence without stumbling. Asked about Zach Britton's progression, manager Buck Showalter said, "So far, so good. It's kind ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/P8enlkshT5g" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/showalter-speaks-after-workout.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19885 2012-02-20T18:29:40Z 2012-02-21T19:50:05Z

Roberts makes appearance at major league complex, takes swings in cage

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Second baseman Brian Roberts showed up at major league camp today. We're not ready to put a tracking device on him, but it's good to know he's at the Ed Smith Stadium complex. Roberts took some swings in the cage. He's been hitting soft toss and off ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/q7DFsVSl2GA" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/the-hunt-for-brian-roberts.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19883 2012-02-20T17:05:37Z 2012-02-20T19:47:48Z

Zach Britton participates in fielding drills throwing session went "really well"

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Zach Britton said his flat-ground session went "really well" today, and he remains encouraged by the progress he's making after being bothered again by inflammation in his left shoulder. Britton moved back to 100 feet today while making 60-70 throws. He also simulated his delivery on another ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/jeo9kgqetR0" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/more-positive-results-for-britton.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19881 2012-02-20T14:41:59Z 2012-02-20T18:52:30Z

Robert Andino not concerned with his role or spot in Orioles' lineup

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Don't try to pin a job description on Robert Andino. Second baseman? Super-utility player? Leadoff hitter? It doesn't matter to him. You can ask all you want, but his answer isn't going to change. "My focus is just to be ready," Andino said. "Whatever the boss says ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/kIGxD6q2XM8" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/andino-my-focus-is-just-to-be-ready.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19878 2012-02-20T12:00:24Z 2012-02-20T17:46:00Z

2011 first-round pick Dylan Bundy hoping to learn from Orioles veterans in camp

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Dylan Bundy is in camp with the Orioles with one goal in mind, and it's not to be introduced on opening day. Give the kid credit for being a realist. "It's to learn from all these older guys and pick their brains and see what they're thinking ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/PNCOVyYsMT4" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/bundy-satisfied-to-be-a-student-in-camp.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19875 2012-02-19T22:13:45Z 2012-02-20T13:00:12Z

Showalter has favorable first impression of 2011 first-round pick Bundy

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Dylan Bundy, the Orioles' first-round pick in the 2011 First-Year Player Draft, won't throw until Monday, but he's already made a favorable impression on manager Buck Showalter. "He's a pretty serious kid, and rightfully so. And it's not because he's nervous, either," Showalter said. "I'm sure he's ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/eNxrFQsEa_c" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/more-from-showalter-1.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19873 2012-02-19T21:47:43Z 2012-02-19T22:06:03Z

SARASOTA, Fla. - Today's first workout consisted mostly of pitchers fielding practice, which rivals watching paint dry in terms of excitement. A group of pitchers threw inside the covered batting cage, which is off-limits to reporters. They also underwent the biomechanical pitching analysis designed by new director of pitching development...

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Today's first workout consisted mostly of pitchers fielding practice, which rivals watching paint dry in terms of excitement. A group of pitchers threw inside the covered batting cage, which is off-limits to reporters. They also underwent the biomechanical pitching analysis designed by new director of pitching development ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/N5bmk0Nn8yg" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/wrapping-up-the-first-day-of-workouts.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19874 2012-02-19T20:04:54Z 2012-02-19T22:08:07Z

During first day of workouts, Wada getting adjusted to new surroundings

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Japanese left-hander Tsuyoshi Wada threw in the indoor batting cage today as the Orioles' first workout for pitchers and catchers concluded at the Ed Smith Stadium complex. The area is off-limits to media, so I can't tell you how the ball came out of his hand. Wada ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/0hICmFlThn0" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/wada-getting-acclimated-to-new-surroundings.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19868 2012-02-19T16:01:24Z 2012-02-19T22:07:31Z

Johnson not worried about strained lower back, plans to be week behind schedule

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Orioles reliever Jim Johnson said he'll probably be a week behind the other pitchers in camp because of lower-back discomfort that has subsided. Johnson described his condition as "a little strain" and playfully chided reporters for rushing to his locker for an update. "I had a little ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/xLFHycrdEoY" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/johnson-downplays-little-strain-in-lower-back.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19867 2012-02-19T13:47:10Z 2012-02-19T20:36:21Z

With Chen and Wada in camp, O's spring training has foreign flavor to it

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Pitchers and catchers are taking their physicals this morning, which pushes back the time of today's first workout to noon on the back fields of the Ed Smith Stadium complex. One field is under construction, with concrete being spread over it yesterday. I'll assume it's an artificial ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/eaNadK3HXAE" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/preparing-for-the-first-workout.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19862 2012-02-18T20:07:58Z 2012-02-19T16:50:50Z

Lefty hurler Zach Britton hoping to move past recent discomfort in left shoulder

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Brian Roberts showed up today, according to manager Buck Showalter, who told reporters that the second baseman had a good look on his face and seemed upbeat. Outfielders Nolan Reimold and Scott Beerer also are in camp, and they have a very similar look. Beerer is the ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/9xMoB9eIwjw" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/a-few-words-from-britton-hammel-and-tillman.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19863 2012-02-18T19:16:20Z 2012-02-19T03:38:49Z

Buck Showalter to be cautious with Jim Johnson, Zach Britton early in camp

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Orioles manager Buck Showalter said he's going to be cautious early in camp with pitchers Zach Britton and Jim Johnson. Britton is receiving treatment for inflammation in his left shoulder. He played long toss again today, and pitching coach Rick Adair told Showalter that the session went ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/3qnHzLJi1hQ" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/showalter-taking-it-slow-with-jim-johnson.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19861 2012-02-18T16:08:31Z 2012-02-19T03:38:04Z

Wei-Yin Chen excited to get started, got stronger with weights during offseason

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - By the time I left the clubhouse this morning, I had spotted pitchers Zach Britton, Brian Matusz, Chris Tillman, Alfredo Simon, Pedro Strop, Tommy Hunter, Jason Berken, Brad Bergesen, Jason Hammel, Oliver Drake, Pat Neshek, Matt Lindstrom, Jon Link, Dana Eveland, Zach Phillips, Dylan Bundy, Darren O'Day ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/HXbpB6WcJiQ" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/an-empty-clubhouse-slowly-fills-up.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19859 2012-02-18T13:58:05Z 2012-02-18T16:58:59Z

Left-hander Zach Britton throws again, plans to throw off a mound in two weeks

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Pitchers and catchers will report to camp today, and the media has been granted clubhouse access from 10 a.m.-10:30 a.m. In the past, we've been allowed to stake out the clubhouse all morning and afternoon, so I'm not sure why a change has been implemented. New regime, ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/h5BCX4sHWmI" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/reporting-for-duty.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19857 2012-02-17T19:21:43Z 2012-02-18T14:54:21Z

SARASOTA, Fla. - I'm staying in a different hotel this spring, so I must rely on my horrible sense of direction and my GPS to find my way to Ed Smith Stadium and downtown Sarasota. The good news: I'm very close to the Sarasota airport. The bad news: I flew...

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - I'm staying in a different hotel this spring, so I must rely on my horrible sense of direction and my GPS to find my way to Ed Smith Stadium and downtown Sarasota. The good news: I'm very close to the Sarasota airport. The bad news: I flew ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnroch/~4/VYjjdY_cbzc" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/the-view-from-inside-the-clubhouse.html