Tigers crank out hits against Arrieta to beat Orioles 5-1 in series opener

Travis Ishikawa exercises opt-out clause from Orioles

First baseman Travis Ishikawa, a big league veteran who was having a strong season at Triple-A Norfolk, filed his written request to exercise the “opt-out” clause in his minor league contract on Sunday morning, according to his representation.

Stability, faith help Chris Davis unlock power for Orioles

The power? That blunt-force ability to lay wood to a baseball and propel it 400, 420, 450 feet? He had it even when he was a boy. Came from God, as far as he's concerned.

IronBirds mixing experience and newcomers as season begins

Manager Matt Merullo referred to his Aberdeen IronBirds roster as ¿floating¿ at Thursday¿s media day, as many recently drafter players were still coming to terms with the Orioles.

Orioles right-hander Jason Hammel doubtful for Monday's start in Detroit

Orioles right-hander Jason Hammel, who returned to the club Sunday after two days away with a stomach virus, said he is doubtful he will be able to make his scheduled start Monday against the Tigers in Detroit.

Casilla's baserunning gaffe, missed call send Orioles to 5-4 loss vs. Sox

If there is a lasting image from the Orioles' 5-4 loss to the Boston Red Sox on Saturday, it's pinch-runner Alexi Casilla standing at third base, arms spread wide, palms in the air, mouthing "What happened?"

Schmuck: Cursing Orioles' bad luck? Don't forget the good.

The Orioles have been, for the past season and a half, one of the most opportunistic teams in baseball, so it would not be fair for them to curse the fates for letting one promising opportunity slip away in a 5-4 loss to the Boston Red Sox.

T.J. McFarland's long relief has been crucial to Orioles bullpen's success

Nick Markakis in line to start All-Star Game in latest voting update

Orioles right fielder Nick Markakis moved into third-place among American League outfielders in the All-Star Game fan voting as of Saturday’s update, putting the team in...

Brian Roberts will travel with Orioles, could start rehab after road trip

When the Orioles travel to Detroit to begin a six-game road trip Monday, second baseman Brian Roberts will be with the team, and the club is optimistic he can start a minor league rehabilitation assignment upon the return from the trip.

Orioles had held Boston scoreless for 18 innings before Red Sox rallied

Through the first two games of this four-game series with Boston, the Orioles pitching staff kept a potent Red Sox lineup in check.

Arrieta says his role doesn't matter as long as he can help Orioles

Right-hander Jake Arrieta spoke to the media Saturday for the first time since returning to the Orioles from Triple-A Norfolk.

Chris Tillman ranks among the best in the majors the last two seasons

Orioles right-hander Chris Tillman might not be the biggest name in pitching in the major leagues right now, but his performance over the past two seasons ranks among the best.

Baseball players say they want to clean up the game

SEATTLE — When cyclist Lance Armstrong was found to have used performance-enhancing drugs last fall, he was publicly disgraced, stripped of his seven Tour de France titles and banned from the sport for life.

Strong pitching performance leads Orioles in 2-0 win over the Red Sox

The evolution of Orioles right-hander Chris Tillman continued Friday night with an outing that was reminiscent of an experienced veteran and not a guy who was in the minors a year ago wondering about his future in the organization.