darren oliver

He was a fierce competitor with a fastball that might shave a chin to save an Orioles’ win. For Grant Jackson, the mound was a bully pulpit from which to strut his stuff.

At first glance, Orioles reliever Darren O'Day is just another fortunate jock who played top-shelf college baseball, married the beautiful blond, cruised to the majors and is now a millionaire.

Orioles catcher Matt Wieters didn't start Friday night's game against the Oakland A's, but it wasn't because he is mired in a 1-for-30 slump. Wieters was held out of the lineup because of a tight right bicep muscle.

Although the Orioles are focused on adding a starter and a hitter by Tuesday¿s non-waiver trade deadline, they are asking about left-handed relievers in the trade market as well.

Matusz has first quality start since 2010 as Orioles sweep Blue Jays

The Orioles and Blue Jays combined for seven solo home runs, but it was Wilson Betemit's two-run single up the middle with two outs in the eight that proved to be the biggest hit in the game, propelling the Orioles to a 7-5 win over the Blue Jays.

Slugger wants new deal at market value but Texas Rangers have him on hold as they pursue Prince Fielder