tag:www.masnsports.com,2010-04-07://1 Movable Type Pro 5.01 tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/steve_melewski//5.19987 2012-02-27T14:22:26Z 2012-02-27T14:44:21Z

Reimold, Davis and Markakis will be key to O's offense output in 2012

Steve Melewski http://www.masnsports.com/steve_melewski There seems to be a perception among some that the Orioles' offense is sadly lacking. Maybe when stacked up to that of Boston or New York that is true, but the Orioles had an offense that ranked around league average in the American League in 2011. Here are eight team ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/aSsuVSI0rlw" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/steve_melewski/2012/02/the-orioles-have-the-makings-of-a-decent-lineup.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19986 2012-02-27T11:06:44Z 2012-02-27T13:14:27Z

SARASOTA, Fla. - How do you know when you've had too many surgeries? First baseman Nick Johnson says he's undergone three or four of them on his right wrist. When I asked how long ago he had a tendon removed,...

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - How do you know when you've had too many surgeries? First baseman Nick Johnson says he's undergone three or four of them on his right wrist. When I asked how long ago he had a tendon removed, he replied, "I'd be guessing." When you can't recall the ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/hwzpVjzzdfo" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/nick-johnson-for-me-it-comes-down-to-health.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19981 2012-02-26T19:57:16Z 2012-02-27T13:31:18Z

Tsuyoshi Wada downplays severity of left elbow injury suffered on Saturday

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Orioles pitcher Tsuyoshi Wada mostly downplayed the condition of his left elbow, saying, "This is something that's not even on a level I would consider reporting in Japan." "It's a discomfort that I feel about every year and I just thought I would say something about it ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/cdK14Vh4uKM" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/wada-talks-about-his-elbow.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19980 2012-02-26T18:56:20Z 2012-02-27T13:30:35Z

Buck Showalter pleased Brian Roberts ran sprints with Brady Anderson

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Here are a few more items from today's workout. Later, I'll post comments from pitcher Tsuyoshi Wada, who's meeting with reporters at 2:30 p.m. Double-A Bowie catcher Caleb Joseph has reported to camp. I watched Zach Britton throw off flat ground, moving back from 60 to 90 ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/C20l3x8TlJY" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/more-notes-from-sundays-workout.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19979 2012-02-26T18:44:24Z 2012-02-26T19:41:41Z

Tsuyoshi Wada has fluid removed from left elbow after experiencing swelling

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Japanese pitcher Tsuyoshi Wada had fluid removed from his left elbow today and he received a cortisone injection. The Orioles will know more about his condition on Tuesday. Wada apparently develops inflammation in the elbow every year around this time, so there doesn't seem to be much ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/1R577D7BmY8" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/wada-and-johnson-updates.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19978 2012-02-26T17:14:29Z 2012-02-26T17:36:17Z

SARASOTA. Fla. - Following up on my earlier tweet, pitcher Tsuyoshi Wada isn't participating in today's workout. Wada reported to the facility, but apparently is dealing with some sort of an injury. Manager Buck Showalter will provide more information after...

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA. Fla. - Following up on my earlier tweet, pitcher Tsuyoshi Wada isn't participating in today's workout. Wada reported to the facility, but apparently is dealing with some sort of an injury. Manager Buck Showalter will provide more information after the workout. Jim Johnson threw his first bullpen session at ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/ZqB6kUmJqZg" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/wada-missing-from-workout.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19976 2012-02-26T14:42:34Z 2012-02-26T19:43:02Z

Berken's hamstring "feeling better," Strop not worried about crowded bullpen

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Reliever Jason Berken said his sore left hamstring is "definitely feeling better," but he'll go at least one more day without throwing. Berken continues to receive treatment on the hamstring, which he strained while running sprints toward the end of Thursday's workout. "There's definite improvement," he said. ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/0SsMt0brZl8" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/berken-update-strop-quotes-1.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19964 2012-02-25T19:00:29Z 2012-02-26T17:19:38Z

Showalter guesses O's will make "two to four moves" before breaking camp

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles will play intrasquad games on March 2 and 3, and they'll probably add at least one more before breaking camp. My guess is the off-day on March 19 will end up being a pretty busy day for the hard-working media. Same as last spring. The ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/XxFSYSnu0fo" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/notes-and-quotes-from-saturdays-workout.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19963 2012-02-25T17:38:22Z 2012-02-25T19:48:51Z

After hamstring pull, Berken feeling better, but isn't back on the practice field yet

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Orioles reliever Jason Berken received treatment on his sore left hamstring again today and didn't take the field with the rest of his teammates. Berken iced the back of his leg and also did some stretching exercises. "It's feeling better," he said. "It's improved from yesterday. That's ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/_Jfa4qKhGps" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/berken-better-but-not-back.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/steve_melewski//5.19958 2012-02-25T15:36:32Z 2012-02-26T14:48:23Z

One writer's take on outfielder Ryan Braun winning appeal for PEDs

Steve Melewski http://www.masnsports.com/steve_melewski It sure sounds like Ryan Braun is losing in the court of public opinion. The Brewers' slugger and current National League MVP had his 50-game suspension for testing positive for elevated testosterone overturned and he spoke very passionately in presenting his defense publicly on Friday. Yet this is an era ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/k7hu9SKTzWo" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/steve_melewski/2012/02/taking-a-look-at-the-ryan-braun-situation.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19962 2012-02-25T14:48:08Z 2012-02-25T19:48:56Z

Britton increases throws on flat ground, hopes to throw off half mound next week

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles will take the field at 10 a.m. for today's workout. No bullpen sessions are scheduled, just more pitchers fielding practice, pick-off drills and batting practice. Continue to breathe normally. Jim Johnson got his days mixed up. He's scheduled to throw off a full mound on ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/s3CY2OANLko" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/quick-updates-on-johnson-and-britton.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19956 2012-02-25T10:53:29Z 2012-02-25T18:10:56Z

Duquette won't comment on Birds' level of interest in Cuban outfield Jorge Soler

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Welcome to the spring training edition of "This, that and the other." It's pretty much the same as the Maryland edition, only with tan lines. Executive vice president Dan Duquette wouldn't comment yesterday on the club's level of interest in Cuban outfielder Jorge Soler. Fred Ferreira, the ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/7790M0f6cuk" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/this-that-and-the-other-38.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19955 2012-02-24T22:02:15Z 2012-02-25T15:00:27Z

In rehab from abdominal surgery, Markakis "maybe a little ahead of schedule"

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Right fielder Nick Markakis took batting practice earlier today, though he's not using maximum effort and continues to be brought along slowly as he recovers from abdominal surgery last month. He remains optimistic that he'll play on opening day. "I feel great," he said. "I know I'm ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/OQuWRbpwf2k" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/markakis-says-hes-maybe-a-little-ahead-of-schedule.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19953 2012-02-24T20:50:08Z 2012-02-25T14:25:42Z

Roberts getting better every day, but isn't sure when he'll play exhibition game

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts seemed cautiously optimistic today about the way he's progressing, but it remains a mystery whether he'll be ready for the April 6 opener against the Minnesota Twins at Camden Yards. Roberts can't say for sure when or if he'll play in an ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/8ZwVLzuHFaM" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/roberts-meets-the-press.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19950 2012-02-24T19:26:53Z 2012-02-24T21:06:55Z

Markakis limited at plate and in field; Eyre leaves workout with tightness

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - Second baseman Brian Roberts met with reporters after today's workout. I'll post quotes later. Roberts said he's "feeling pretty good in general," but he can't offer a timetable for when he'll be ready to play in an exhibition game. He's limited to "beginning" baseball activities. It's a ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/WXXNTaEpp-U" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/quick-hits-from-camp.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19947 2012-02-24T16:06:52Z 2012-02-24T19:52:05Z

Roberts participates in full-squad workout, Berken sidelined indefinitely

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles took the field an hour early for their first full-squad workout, beginning their stretching exercises at 11 a.m. The clubhouse never opened to the media. The schedule changed because so few position players needed to take their physicals this morning. Most of them already had ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/M04S4NuJcrY" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/roberts-on-field-berken-absent.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/steve_melewski//5.19944 2012-02-24T13:46:50Z 2012-02-24T17:12:12Z

Now part of Dodgers' roster, Matt Angle grateful for his time in O's organization

Steve Melewski http://www.masnsports.com/steve_melewski Matt Angle is not the kind of guy that would likely ever publicly say anything negative about his organization or teammates, but when he had praise for the Orioles on his way out of the organization Thursday afternoon, it sure sounded heartfelt and sincere. "I felt like I had great ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/Qm15W3wm5KA" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/steve_melewski/2012/02/angle-says-thanks-on-his-way-out-of-town.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19943 2012-02-24T11:08:49Z 2012-02-24T17:07:52Z

Despite strong finish to 2011 season, lefty Patton needs to earn spot in 2012

Roch Kubatko http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles are preparing for their first full-squad workout today, which means players won't take the field until noon. Which means the clubhouse won't open to the media until 11 a.m. - 2 1/2 hours later than usual. Which means I could have slept longer. Manager Buck ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/gkNzI8zV790" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/school_of_roch/2012/02/pattons-role-is-pending.html tag:www.masnsports.com,2012:/school_of_roch//3.19935 2012-02-23T19:33:25Z 2012-02-24T13:13:53Z

Reliever Jason Berken listed as day-to-day after tweaking left hamstring

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/masnsportsOrioles/~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:/steve_melewski//5.19934 2012-02-23T18:41:02Z 2012-02-23T18:52:38Z

After being designated for assignment, Angle gets chance with Dodgers

Steve Melewski http://www.masnsports.com/steve_melewski Outfielder Matt Angle, who was drafted by the Orioles in round seven out of Ohio State in 2007 and made his major league debut last year, is now headed to the Los Angeles Dodgers, an Orioles official confirmed this afternoon. Angle was designated for assignment by the Orioles on Feb. ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/iBcucCKoI8M" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/steve_melewski/2012/02/matt-angle-is-headed-to-the-dodgers.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/masnsportsOrioles/~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:/steve_melewski//5.19927 2012-02-23T15:35:02Z 2012-02-23T18:47:23Z

Among national criticism, center fielder Jones gives positive energy to O's

Steve Melewski http://www.masnsports.com/steve_melewski While my neighbor Terry's yard looks like a plush fairway at Augusta National and, compared to his, mine is like the U.S Open rough, that is not what I'm talking about here. The negative fans among us may be enjoying this time like no other. I get that the Orioles ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/kgAub-Mypeo" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/steve_melewski/2012/02/surveying-a-negative-landscape.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/masnsportsOrioles/~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/masnsportsOrioles/~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...

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/masnsportsOrioles/~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/masnsportsOrioles/~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/masnsportsOrioles/~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:/steve_melewski//5.19912 2012-02-22T14:22:56Z 2012-02-22T18:19:01Z

Notes on the wide open rotation competition and biomechanical analysis

Steve Melewski http://www.masnsports.com/steve_melewski I've heard this question a lot recently: Who will start for the Orioles on opening day? To me, who cares? The bigger issue is who will start and what will happen the other 161 days. For some reason there is a bit of an obsession with the opening day assignment ... Read More <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/masnsportsOrioles/~4/b2Vnc6lHZik" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.masnsports.com/steve_melewski/2012/02/notes-on-the-rotation-machado-and-biomechanical-analysis.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/masnsportsOrioles/~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/masnsportsOrioles/~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