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The First Place Rays and O?s Tango At The Yard This Week...
2008-04-29 20:42:00
The Rays are in town, and they are seemingly not the same Tampa Bay team we?ve seen in the past. The future is now with this team from the looks of it. Currently tied atop the division with us and the Red Sox, they?ve done nothing but win the past two weeks, they swept Boston this weekend and the Jays before that. Keep in mind, we are seeing a different Baltimore team than had been fielded in the past as well. I would have never said years ago that the Orioles and Rays might play in a series that may be worth something ? but it is now. Then again, we?re still in April, so take the previous comment for what is worth.>>> Read More at Oriole Magic...
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White Sox and O's Game Suspended: The Rundown and Quick Hits...
2008-04-29 16:08:00
Starter Daniel Cabrera allowed two runs on four hits with two strikeouts; however, he had seven walks and hit a batter over 6 1/3 innings for Baltimore.Cabrera's counterpart on the mound, Javier Vazquez was solid in the start for Chicago, giving up four hits, allowing one run while fanning seven over eight full frames.The Baltimore Orioles had multiple chances to put the White Sox in the late innings; however, in the bottom of the 11th, George Sherill gave up a solo homer to Chicago?s Juan Uribe to tie the game ? again ? 3-3.Huff getting tossed from the game for losing his temper was stupid, Melvin Mora being picked off at first by Bobby Jenks, as well as Adam Jones (as much as I love the kid) made a foolish turn at third and got himself out to end the ninth.Out of mercy, the game was suspended in the 11th inning.This road trip must bite for Baltimore, but they have played strong and competitive baseball, thus, we could not ask for anything more from them. At this point, I'm a lit...
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Money Can't Buy You Love Or Wins: Barry Zito Headed to San Francisco's Bull
2008-04-29 03:34:00
Wow, $126 million doesn't get what it used to; in fact, it doesn't get what you want. In the worst case of larceny ever in sports -- the infamous Barry Zito and his nine figure deal is heading to the Giants' bullpen.Oh, it's heartache and pain in the City by the Bay...Barry Zito was demoted to the bullpen Monday by the San Francisco Giants, who hope the former ace can correct his problems by working in relief.Zito, who only 16 months ago signed a $126 million, seven-year contract with the Giants to lead their rotation, was informed of the move in a meeting with manager Bruce Bochy.The left-hander has lost his first six starts this season and has a 7.53 ERA that jumped considerably after Zito was tagged for eight earned runs in a 10-1 loss Sunday to Cincinnati.Well, San Francisco can't just cut him and eat their money -- that's lunacy. At this point, the Giants hope the southpaw can work through his issues.It may be a long summer in the city by the bay. Nine figures for a mop-u...
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Roger Clemens: A Lying, Cheating Man?
2008-04-28 18:11:00
Oh, should we be so shocked? Well, it looks like he was getting it on with country star Mindy McCready for at least ten years while married.A lot of people (not only athletes) do this stuff behind their wives all time; it's always the matter if they are caught or not. Lest we forget, Clemens in the public eye, so this is going to make news. Boy is he screwed...Read the New York Daily News piece...
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About Yesterday: Orioles Lose to White Sox, 6-1
2008-04-28 17:30:00
The Baltimore Orioles are still in first place in the American League East, tied with the Rays (who would have thought about this scenario in Spring Training); however, their visit to the Windy City has not gone as expected.Our Orioles lost their second game in a row, as Paul Konerko went 2-for-2 with a pair of solo home runs as the Other Sox beat us, 6-1 on Sunday.Jose Contreras (2-2) threw 6 2/3 innings, in his second start of the year against Baltimore, gave up on run on five hits, striking out and walking three. Out leadoff hitter, Brian Roberts, looks to be out of his slump as he went 2-for-3 and drove in Baltimore?s only run.Melvin Mora & Nick Markakis both had hits; meanwhile, Jeremy Guthrie (0-3), was the hard luck loser ? again ? as he gave up three runs on five hits in five innings of work. Now, only if Guthrie had run support?Daniel Cabrera, coming off two great outings, will serve as the stopper today as he squares off against Javier Vazquez as Baltimore goes for the sp...
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About Last Night: O's Lose Second Game of Doubleheader, 6-5
2008-04-27 21:15:00
This year, there's something plainly different about the Orioles. After Brian Burres' brilliant outing in the first game of the doubleheader yesterday, Baltimore clawed back into the thick of things; however the White Sox won in the end, 6-5, thanks to a Brian Anderson single with the bases loaded.Mark Buehrle gave up three runs on three hits over six innings for the White Sox, but came away with a no decision. Bobby Jenks (1-0) pitched a scoreless ninth to pick up the win. Anderson finished 2-for-5 with two RBI, while Nick Swisher (who seemingly always punishes the Orioles) belted his third home run for Chicago. A.J. Pierzynski and Carlos Quentin each had two hits and scored a run. Steve Trachsel was off, and was charged with five runs (only four earned) in 3 innings of work. The Oriole bullpen shut down the White until Bierd's appearance in the ninth inning.Luke Scott went 2-for-3 with a run scored, while Ramon Hernandez knocked in a pair of runs. Kevin Millar hit his 4th ...
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Let's Play Two; Baltimore Beats the Chi-Sox, 5-1; Burres Goes Eight Shut-Ou
2008-04-26 22:08:00
Well, the Orioles keep on rolling. Brian Burres threw eight shut-out innings as Baltimore beat up on the White Sox, 5-1.White Sox starter John Danks, who was locked in a duel with Burres for the first part of the game and was perfect for five innings, gave up an Adam Jones' sixth-inning single. Thereafter, Guillermo Quiroz broke open the game with a two-run home run.Baltimore added three runs in ninth and it was capped off by Brian Roberts' two-run double. Chicago had a chance to come back as they loaded the bases in the ninth, as Matt Albers was extremely shaky. Trembley summoned George Sherrill into the game, and he allowed a run to score by hitting a batter with the bases loaded; however, he got the hot Joe Crede to pop up to right and the game was over.More on the game from the Washington Post & Baltimore Examiner.The Orioles play again at 7:05 ET. Good ol' Steve Trachsel takes on Mark Buehrle.James Baker of Oriole Magic gives a preview of the series.As we know, Adam Loe...
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Photo Gallery: Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals; Nationals Park, Washi
2008-04-26 21:22:00
Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals; Nationals Park, Washington D.C.; April 25th, 2008
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Adam Loewen On The 15-Day DL
2008-04-25 20:45:00
It sucks for the big kid; however, one could tell something was really off with him. After seeing him labor yesterday, it was not good. It's too bad that he might have another setback, and I would not be surprised if it's related to his arm problems in 2007. For the short-term, the loss may not eally impact the Orioles that much; however, long term, the loss of a youngster who has had flashes of brillance, but has struggled to maintain some consistency may be the question.From the Baltimore Sun: "The Orioles announced today that they have placed left-handed pitcher Adam Loewen on the 15-day disabled list with left elbow soreness. Infielder Eider Torres was called up from Triple-A Norfolk to fill Loewen's spot on the roster.Loewen, a 24-year-old left-hander who gave up five earned runs and lasted just 2 2/3 innings in the Orioles' 8-7 victory over the Seattle Mariners last night, acknowledged after the game what some of his teammates had suspected while watching him labor through...
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Photo Gallery: New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals; April 24th, 2008
2008-04-25 19:25:00
Photo Gallery : New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals; April 24th, 2008
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O's Win Last Night, 8-7; Wither Loewen?
2008-04-25 16:59:00
Last night, the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Seattle Mariners, 8-7, in the Emerald City to take their second series in a row. Brian Roberts went 2-for-4 and made the difference by homer in the eighth inning to break up the tie. Chad Bradford (2-1) got the win in relief, while George Sherill earned his league-tying eighth save.Rookie Adam Jones had a big night as he was 3-for-4, with a huge bases-clearing double in the seventh to rally Baltimore.The Baltimore Orioles came back to lead in the seventh; however, Ichiro Suzuki belted a two-run homer to tie the game until Roberts? heroics.For Seattle, Jose Vidro added a pair of RBI, while Yuniesky Betancourt had three hits and scored twice.Mariners? starter, Jarrod Washburn gave up two runs on six hits in five innings in the no decision and was in line for the win until the bullpen coughed it up. Sean Green (1-1) was dealt the loss as he gave up the game-winning run via Roberts? homer.Since we were on the topic of Cabrera yesterday and ...
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Teixeira: Is He Good For The Orioles?
2008-04-24 20:56:00
Over the past several years, the topic of slugger Mark Teixiera has been one that has been on the forefront of Baltimore Oriole fans.The issue of him ever playing for us is one I have always wondered about. Yes, he'd look great in an O's uniform and a move to get him here would no doubt appease a certain segment of fans, but I'm going to give my opinion, just because I'm trying to be realistic to anyone who cares to read what I type.As much as I like Teixeira, the bidding will be ridiculous in the off-season and he'll be in reach of the same five or six teams in every marquee deal.Everyone may want the hometown boy, but in the state the Orioles are in, they cannot and should not devote the financial resources to him at all. If we somehow finish above .500, let's take another look at him; however, as most are projecting, the Orioles will be in the second division.Do you think he would want to spend his prime earning years in Baltimore, who are not projected to contend anytime s...
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Quick Hits: O's Beat M's, 3-2; Cabrera Is Looking Good; Happy, Fun, Yankee
2008-04-24 17:38:00
The Baltimore Orioles last night defeated the Seattle Mariners, 3-2, in a razor tight game which saw a consistent and focused Daniel Cabrera not walk anyone in eight innings on impressive work. In the eighth inning, with the score tied 2-2, Nick Markakis hit a solo homer, his only hit, that made all the difference. Baltimore snapped their two game losing skid, and have played well within the last week, winning four out of six. Melvin Mora had two hits; one, a triple, and the other knocked the other Oriole run home. Meanwhile, George Sherrill came to save the game and is now a perfect 7 for 7 in save opportunities this season. Raul Ibanez finished 2-for-3 with an RBI for the Mariners, who saw their two-game win streak come to an end. Jose Vidro brought the other Seattle run home. Mariners? starter Carlos Silva was touched for two runs on six hits over six innings in a no-decision. Ryan Rowland-Smith took the loss, his first of the year, by giving up a run in one inn...
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Quick Hits: The Game Last Night, A Quick Roundup, "Wild" Bill...
2008-04-23 18:44:00
The Baltimore Orioles hung in strong against Seattle; however, the eighth inning did them in. With the score tied, 2-2, Mariners? designated hitter, Jose Vidro did the Birds in last night with a single that drove in runs off starter Jeremy Guthrie. In the end, that made the difference as Seattle downed Baltimore, 4-2. Guthrie, who started the game for Baltimore had a solid outing, but took the loss as he allowed four runs ? three earned ? on the evening. Seattle reliever J.J. Putz came off the disabled and earned his second save of the season. Starter Felix Hernandez gave up two runs on six hits in seven innings of work. Both of Baltimore?s runs came off a Kevin Millar RBI and Aubrey Huff solo home run. Here are recaps of the game from the Washington Post, Baltimore Sun, The Baltimore Examiner, & Orioles.com site. MASN?s Amber Theoharis has her thoughts from last night, as does the Orioles Hangout. Meanwhile, Adam Loewen is not hurt, despite the concerns...
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The Roundup; MacPhail; News; Around the O's Blogosphere
2008-04-22 19:02:00
If you all get a moment, check out the MASN Sports website and listen to the "Orioles Insider Roundtable". I heard it while on my break here in the office and both Steve Melewski and Dave Johnson interviewed Andy MacPhail.I like Andy's perspective on the team so far, and it seems that he's pleasantly surprised at the team's start, the job that Dave Trembley is doing, and how the talent he acquired are developing. While the Orioles are over .500, I'm going to be cautiously optimistic to see how things go -- especially during their road trip and see how the Orioles do.It is needless to say that the Orioles are doing very well.Then again, we are only about an 1/8 through the season.If Baltimore gets into a hole and starts slumping, expect the trade talks to start up once again with the usual suspects.However, if there's some small shred of a miracle that the Orioles are around or even over .500 by June, the equation may change substantially.Despite the positivity by a lot currentl...
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Frank Thomas = Pass
2008-04-22 17:32:00
There has been some chatter online on various forums and blogs amongst fans about the possibility of acquiring slugger Frank Thomas . As most of us fans know already, he was released Sunday by the Blue Jays due to his unhappiness with being a part-time player, and lashing out at Toronto management. Being that he?s available, Oriole fans wonder if he could very well compliment a lineup that lacks a significant power threat, aside from possibly Nick Markakis. However, as much I and many in Birdland are intrigued by his power and his lofty career numbers ? I?ll pass on him. He might have made for a good, affordable signing circa 2005; however, we have basically two DH?s now with Kevin Millar and Aubrey Huff. As much as I know in my mind, he could easily outslug both of them, even as he is going into his 19th year in the majors, Baltimore does not need him. Read the rest of this entry »
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The Idiot File, Steinbrenner II Contributes His Infinite Widsom: Thinks Job
2008-04-22 00:14:00
Ah, Hank -- you're making life great for baseball fans in general. If George got he angry or wanted to speak, he at least had a point; this kid just speaks off the cuff.Here's his latest rant, and he wants Joba Chamberlain to start...?I want him as a starter and so does everyone else, including him, and that is what we are working toward and we need him there now,? said Steinbrenner. ?There is no question about it, you don?t have a guy with a 100-mile-per-hour fastball and keep him as a setup guy. You just don?t do that. You have to be an idiot to do that.?This dude is trying to be like good, old dad. Hank, you have to realize, there's a reason why Cashman was hired -- to run a baseball team.For Christ's sake, Hank. We are only twenty games into the season, and Joba seems to be doing just fine as a setup man. How do you his success with translate into the starting rotation? So when he gives up his first three-run homer, will you call him a fat toad?Hank, just shut up and let you...
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The WWE Wants Us To Smackdown Our Vote?
2008-04-21 23:31:00
Ok, I have seen it all. I know wrestling gets a huge and important demographic, but I didn't know the candidates for President were so desperate. Vince McMahon is no dummy, and this really, really confirms it.When I heard that the WWE wanted the candidates to speak, I thought Obama, McCain and Clinton would blow it off. Boy, was I wrong...
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The Baltimore Ravens Supporting The Orioles
2008-04-21 20:31:00
Steve McNair, former Ravens QB threw out the first pitch on Friday night, and on Sunday new coach John Harbaugh did the same, and Rex Ryan caught it.It goes without saying, two the big sports teams in the Baltimore area should be supporting one another.For most right now, the Ravens are number one in fans' hearts despite a lackluster season, and perhaps they might help to give the Orioles a little shot in the arm in terms of PR and just general support.The Birds are established enough to do it on their own, but the help of an NFL team could only help, not hurt the franchise.
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Rocking & Rolling; The Mariners On The Docket Out West...
2008-04-21 20:03:00
Despite the dire predictions and doom and gloom of some in the local & national press, as well as others, perhaps even myself -- the Orioles are playing well.In light of yesterday's 7-1 loss to the Evil Empire, Baltimore is playing some exciting baseball and on Friday and Saturday, when they won, the offense came through and did the little things right. You can't also discount what the bullpen has done, especially, Jim Johnson, who has been a huge surprise, a good Daniel Cabrera on Friday, and Brian Buress' gutsy performance on Saturday night.Roberts may be in a slump, but Luke Scott is still hot, Jones is starting to come around at the plate, Mora is still a bunting machine, and Markakis is the "man".I'm still enjoying the ride waiting for a fall, but so far so good. Although a lot of the media are riding the wave of the Orioles' nice run, I'm being cautiously optimistic.This team still has a lot of unproven talent, lack of starting pitching depth, and as well, an offense...
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Photo Gallery: New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles, April 20th, 2008
2008-04-21 01:47:00
Photo Gallery : New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles , April 20th
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Clearing Out the Archives: Orioles Fan Fest; March 29th, Oriole Park at Cam
2008-04-19 21:31:00
Orioles Fan Fest ; March 29th, Oriole Park at Camden Yards - Baltimore, Md...
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Clearing Out the Archives: Photo Gallery: Atlanta Braves vs. Washington Nat
2008-04-19 21:16:00
Photo Gallery : Atlanta Braves vs. Washington Nationals, March 12th, 2007
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Steve McNair
2008-04-19 18:42:00
I?ll admit I?m a Redskins fan, but it was good to Steve McNair out throwing the first pitch. Despite my allegiance, he was a warrior, and I wish him the best in whatever he does in his life after competitive football.Although he was in bad shape in 2007-08, the year previously, he was nothing short of amazing as he led the Ravens to 13 wins and earned the love of fans.Happy trails, Steve.

Photo Gallery: New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles; April 19th, 2008
2008-04-19 09:00:00
Photo Gallery : New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles ; April 19th, 2008
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O's Beat Sox Thanks To Jones' Walkoff Hit, 6-5; The Evil Empire is in Town:
2008-04-18 17:30:00
As we are in the third week of the season, I know one thing -- this team is a lot better than that was last year and I'm upping my win total to 70 for the 2008 Baltimore Orioles.The law of averages may perhaps take over, but so far, it's been good.On Thursday night, the Orioles had their backs to a wall -- however, they fought back against Bobby Jenks (my god is he huge -- he needs to go a Nutri-System diet or something) as the Orioles scored two in the ninth and Adam Jones had a game-winning hit in the 10th inning to give Baltimore the win, 6-5.The bullpen, which has been a tad shaky this week, pitched four scoreless innings and got the win. Jeremy Guthrie was solid -- until the top of seventh inning where he gave back to back home runs to get the hook. He allowed four runs, three earned, on six hits over six innings.Nick Markakis hit a two-run homer for the O's to start the comeback on Thursday night.Well, this weekend, we get the Evil Empire in town. After playing their epics...
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Adam Jones at the ESPN Zone: Thursday, April 17th
2008-04-18 12:00:00
The newest Oriole and perhaps superstar-in-the-making, Adam Jones , held a Q&A & autopgraph session at the ESPN Zone in Baltimore's Inner Harbor on Thursday .There was a good sized crowd in the facility as Adam Jones took questions from fans about the Orioles, his short time in the majors and also off the field items, such as things that he does in free time, as well also a few questions on --- dating (yes, he's single, "but, he says he's working on it").In the past few weeks, I have had the opportunity to catch the young fellow on the radio and also on TV and fans saw the side of Adam that has been by the public - a focused young man who knows the game, as well being funny and very engaging.It's hard to forget he's only 22 -- hell, at Jones' age, I was still taking classes and knew absolutely nothing about the world. However, just by hearing him speak and interact with the crowd -- he's at ease and he knows who he is and where he wants to be within the game of baseball...
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Forbes Magazine Lists Values of Franchises; The Orioles 18th
2008-04-17 21:16:00
The newest edition of Forbes magazine has it's annual estimates of the worth of each baseball franchise listed, and again -- the Evil Empire is on top with 1.3 billion, and second are the Mets and then Red Sox.Well, the Orioles are ranked 18th with a value of 398 million. Now, I am not an economist or much less know finance aside from going online and checking my back account, but yes folks, the Orioles are making money.From Forbes: "Despite his franchise's stumbling badly on the diamond for years, Baltimore Orioles owner Peter Angelos is guaranteed a minimum yearly gross of $130 million and a price of at least $360 million should he sell his franchise, thanks to a deal he brokered with Major League Baseball to let the Montreal Expos move to Washington, D.C. three years ago. Even better, the guaranteed selling price increases through an escalator clause in the deal as baseball team values increase. The deal also granted Angelos a controlling share (though profits are split evenly)...
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Miguel Tejada Lied About His Age...
2008-04-17 20:49:00
I guess the whole Caribbean-South American age lying thing has reared it's ugly head again -- this time with former Oriole Miguel Tejada.One would not think two years in age difference is a lot of difference; however, in the game of baseball, it very much is. Two years in terms of development is crucial when a kid is coming up, advancement, attention given, skill set, and more importantly -- money invested.Astros shortstop Miguel Tejada has told the team he's actually 33, two years older than he's listed in the club's media guide and other baseball records.Tejada, saying he wanted rid himself of a burden, approached general manager Ed Wade and asked to correct misinformation he gave the Oakland A's when he signed in 1993, the Houston Chronicle reported on its Web site Thursday.Team officials were not immediately available to comment to the Associated Press. The Astros were wrapping up a three-game series Thursday with the Phillies in Philadelphia.Tejada was actually 19 when he ...
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View of the Attendance Figures -- FROM WHITE SOX FANS!!!
2008-04-17 16:33:00
This is just depressing, and the quotes you'll see below in a few minutes are from White Sox fans around the country from the MLB Board.Here are a couple of posts I found:Quote One: It looked like there were 703 people in the park for last night's game. I have never in my life seen the Orioles not be a popular draw. Even when they were struggling in the mid-to-late 80s and in the latter part of the Ripken era they packed in the fans, both to the old Memorial Stadium and to the new park.It's strange to see the Orioles fall off the table in popularity. I thought it would take an atomic bomb to turn Orioles fans away from the park... turns out all it took was 10-plus years of bad baseball, bad ownership, unlikeable players, and maybe a team in DC stealing some of their thunder. Quote Two: ...The Orioles used to be one of the premier franchies in baseball. Peter Angelos has ruined this franchise, and it could take decades to repair the harm he has inflicted. I always enjoyed the Or...
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