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Recent Orioles drafts didn't leave cupboard bare, could deliver early impact for new regime

The Orioles' recent drafts have stocked the franchise with some promising players who fit Mike Elias' draft-and-development formula.

By Jon Meoli

May 31, 2019

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Looking back at the Orioles' highlights and lowlights from 2018, the worst season in club history

What's proved to be a year of seismic changes for the Orioles on and off the field still packed in plenty of actual baseball over the required 162 games, even if it might have been nice for them to mercifully end by about halfway through.

By Jon Meoli

Dec 25, 2018

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Dan Duquette out as Orioles executive vice president as club announces leadership changes

Dan Duquette won't be offered a new contract to return as Orioles executive vice president.

By Jon Meoli

Oct 3, 2018

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His own job status uncertain, executive VP Dan Duquette is planning for Orioles' future

Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette said Monday that the team is "in the process of planning for the future" even as he awaits word on whether he will be offered a new contract.

By Jon Meoli

Oct 1, 2018

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Schmuck: Orioles hit lowest point in club history, but might have picked right time to do it

The Orioles might have picked the right time to make dubious history with the most losses in the history of the Baltimore franchise. Now there's nowhere to go but up.

By Peter Schmuck

Sep 18, 2018

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Despite difficult season, Orioles veterans Cashner and Cobb embrace leading young staff

Alex Cobb and Andrew Cashner have made an impact on the Orioles' rookie arms in many ways.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Sep 16, 2018

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Orioles notes: Roster fluctuation continues with the recall of pitchers Evan Phillips and Donnie Hart

The Orioles called up rookie pitcher Evan Phillips and left-hander Donnie Hart to flesh out the bullpen after a busy week for relief corps.

By Peter Schmuck

Sep 14, 2018

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Orioles minor league report: Jean Carlos Encarnacion off to hot start after being acquired from Braves

Infielder Jean Carlos Encarnacion, 20, acquired from the Atlanta Braves on July 31 for Kevin Gausman and Darren O’Day, has hits in six of his first seven games entering Saturday since he joined the Shorebirds.

By Jon Meoli

Aug 12, 2018

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Kevin Gausman — and his bobblehead — will still reign on Orioles' 'Game of Thrones' night

Even though Kevin Gausman is no longer an Oriole, the team will still honor their Game of Thrones ticket packages and dole out dragon-riding Gausman bobbleheads.

By Katherine Fominykh

Aug 3, 2018

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Orioles notes: O'Day closes chapter with Orioles; team looking for second base successor

Darren O'Day was traded to the Braves on Tuesday, a move teammate Caleb Joseph was shocked by.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Aug 1, 2018

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In wake of trade deadline purge, Orioles veterans contemplate the future

The Orioles now face what could be a long climb back to competitiveness after making five trades over the past two weeks.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Aug 1, 2018

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What they're saying about the Orioles' moves at the trade deadline

In the second half of July, the Orioles jettisoned All-Star shortstop Manny Machado, closer Zach Britton, reliever Brad Brach, starter Kevin Gausman, eighth inning set-up man Darren O'Day and second baseman Jonathan Schoop. A look at what sports writers coast to coast had to say on the matter.

By Katherine Fominykh

Aug 1, 2018

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What are 10-and-5 rights and how did they keep Adam Jones with the Orioles?

The veteran center fielder was able to block a trade to the Phillies because of his 10-and-5 service time rights. So just what exactly does that mean?

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Orioles' Adam Jones on nixing trade to Phillies: 'I earned this and it’s my decision'

Adam Jones enacted his right to veto a trade to the Phillies.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 31, 2018

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Once trade deadline dust settles, Orioles winning streak ends with 6-3 loss to Yankees

Once the dust had cleared from a flurry of last-minute trade deadline moves Tuesday afternoon, a disassembled Orioles club lost to the New York Yankees, 6-3, at Yankee Stadium.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 31, 2018

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Schmuck: Orioles took decisive, bold step in rebuild by dealing Gausman, Schoop at trade deadline

It had been obvious for quite some time that the Orioles were going to bail on this season and trade away the veteran nucleus of the team, but it wasn’t until Tuesday that the full magnitude of the long-anticipated rebuild hit home.

By Peter Schmuck

Jul 31, 2018

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Orioles rebuild is real: Club trades Kevin Gausman, Darren O'Day to Braves; Jonathan Schoop to Brewers

The Orioles dealt controllable players Jonathan Schoop, Kevin Gausman and Darren O'Day before Tuesday's nonwaiver trade deadline.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 31, 2018

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Kevin Gausman on bittersweet departure from Orioles: 'I don’t feel like I pitched to my abilities'

Orioles right-hander Kevin Gausman said he didn't reach his potential in Baltimore before being traded to the Braves.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 31, 2018

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Evaluating the prospects the Orioles acquired from the Braves in trade for Gausman, O'Day

Breaking down the Orioles' prospect return from the Atlanta Braves for right-hander Kevin Gausman and Darren O'Day, including Jean Carlos Encarnación, Brett Cumberland, Bruce Zimmermann, and Evan Phillips.

By Jon Meoli

Jul 31, 2018

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Success without splitter another marker for Kevin Gausman's progress in Orioles' win over Rays

Frustrating as Kevin Gausman’s struggle to turn his top-of-the-rotation stuff into top-of-the-rotation results might be, Saturday’s 11-2 win over the Tampa Bay Rays might be the greatest piece of evidence yet that the Orioles’ former top draft pick has made tremendous strides.

By Jon Meoli

Jul 28, 2018

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Orioles' Game of Thrones Night to feature Kevin Gausman riding a dragon (in bobblehead form), Iron Throne

Winter is coming to Oriole Park for the team's second Game of Thrones night.

By Katherine Fominykh

Jul 26, 2018

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In fourth straight loss, Orioles capitalize on next to nothing, Red Sox on everything

Every time the high-flying Red Sox got a runner on, especially against Orioles starter Kevin Gausman, he came around to score.

By Jon Meoli

Jul 23, 2018

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Orioles-Red Sox series opener goes to rain delay seven pitches into first inning

Monday's Orioles-Red Sox game went to a rain delay just seven pitches and two minutes after first pitch at Camden Yards.

By Jon Meoli

Jul 23, 2018

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Orioles' Kevin Gausman enters second half in much different place than years past

Orioles right-hander Kevin Gausman is trying to build on a strong first half.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 23, 2018

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Orioles notes: Miguel Castro gets the call in series finale against Rangers

Manager Buck Showalter had to wait until Sunday morning to name a starter for the series finale against the Texas Rangers. He also laid out the probable pitchers for the first five games after the All-Star break.

By Peter Schmuck

Jul 15, 2018

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Gausman hit softly but often, comeback bid falls short in Orioles' 5-4 loss to Phillies

Orioles starter Kevin Gausman allowed a career-high 12 hits and was made to pay for it in a 5-4 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies Thursday night at Camden Yards.

By Jon Meoli

Jul 12, 2018

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Orioles on deck: What to watch Thursday vs. Phillies, plus lineups, broadcast info and more

Pitching matchups, TV, radio and more about Thursday's Orioles-Phillies game.

By Josh Land

Jul 12, 2018

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Yankees have inquired about trading for Orioles' Manny Machado, but offer has not yet been made

They have also expressed interest in relievers Zach Britton and Brad Brach, both of whom are pending free agents.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 9, 2018

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After early outburst, Orioles offense sputters in 5-4 loss to Twins; team is 40 games under .500

The Orioles scored three runs in the first inning but little after that in a 5-4 loss to the Minnesota Twins on Saturday.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 7, 2018

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Before long, Orioles' uncertain future will drag top arms Gausman, Bundy into rebuild conversation

While the focus has been on trading the Orioles' pending free agents before this month's nonwaiver trade deadline, the focus is likely to shift to its top long-term assets, Kevin Gausman and Dylan Bundy.

By Jon Meoli

Jul 5, 2018

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Orioles' Kevin Gausman finally rewarded for progress with win over Angels

Orioles right-hander Kevin Gausman pitched eight strong innings and was finally rewarded for a quality start with a victory in the team's 8-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels.

By Jon Meoli

Jul 1, 2018

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Orioles on deck: What to watch Sunday vs. Angels, plus lineups, broadcast info and more

Pitching matchups, TV, radio, and more on Sunday's Orioles-Angels game.

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Orioles pitcher Kevin Gausman isn't having a bad year — just an unlucky one

After winless June, Orioles RHP Kevin Gausman hopes to overcome run support woes.

By Katherine Fominykh

Jul 1, 2018

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Orioles on deck: Dylan Bundy to DL, plus what to watch Tuesday vs. Mariners and more

Pitching matchups, TV, radio and more on Tuesday's Orioles-Mariners game.

By Josh Land

Jun 26, 2018

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Orioles on deck: What to watch Saturday at Twins, plus lineups, broadcast info and more

Pitching matchups, TV, radio and more on the Orioles-Twins game.

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Another quality start from Kevin Gausman goes for naught in 4-2 loss to Nationals

Kevin Gausman recorded his fifth no-decision quality start Thursday night against the Nationals.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jun 21, 2018

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Orioles on deck: Colby Rasmus returns, plus what to watch Thursday at Nationals

Pitching matchups, TV, radio, and more about Thursday's Orioles-Nationals game.

By Josh Land

Jun 21, 2018

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Orioles players balancing acknowledging team's circumstances while trying to change them

A slowdown in the schedule could give Orioles players a chance to recognize how things got out of control so quickly and gain some perspective on where they are.

By Jon Meoli

Jun 18, 2018

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Father's Day: Orioles' Kevin Gausman learns lessons in persistence, passion from his dad

When Orioles pitcher Kevin Gausman didn't see much playing time as a kid, his father Clair motivated him. And Gausman gleaned the same passion for pitching that his dad had being a college football official.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jun 17, 2018

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Kevin Gausman can't get any help from Orioles' offense and defense in loss to Marlins

Orioles starter Kevin Gausman hasn't won a game since May 11 and didn't get much help from his teammates in Friday night's interleague game against the Miami Marlins.

By Peter Schmuck

Jun 15, 2018

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Orioles suffer season-high eighth straight loss, 2-0 to Marlins

The Orioles were shutout for the eighth time this season. Their eight straight losses are their most since 2011.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jun 15, 2018

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Orioles on deck: Corban Joseph recalled, is starting for Davis; plus what to watch Friday vs. Marlins

Pitching matchups, TV, radio and more about Friday's Orioles-Marlins game.

By Josh Land

Jun 15, 2018

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Orioles notes: Davis goes 1-for-4 after sitting out two games; Valencia out with illness

After two days off, Chris Davis returned to the Orioles starting lineup Sunday against the Blue Jays in Toronto.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jun 10, 2018

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Orioles blow chance to win in ninth, fall to Blue Jays, 4-3, on walk-off walk in 10th inning

The Orioles found a new way to lose Saturday afternoon at Rogers Centre, sinking to a season-worst 25 games below .500 after dropping a 4-3 decision to the Toronto Blue Jays on reliever Mychal Givens’ bases-loaded walk in the 10th inning.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jun 9, 2018

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Orioles on deck: Darren O'Day activated, plus what to watch Saturday at Blue Jays and more

First pitch, TV, radio and more about Saturday's Orioles-Blue Jays game.

By Josh Land

Jun 9, 2018

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Orioles rotation has lowered its ERA by more than a run during past four weeks

When Chris Tillman was finally shuffled out of it, the Orioles rotation had a 5.84 ERA. It's lowered over a full run to 4.53.

By Jon Meoli

Jun 7, 2018

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Orioles offense comes up short again as losing streak extends to seven with 8-5 loss to Yankees

The Orioles broke a pair of humiliating hexes and scored more than three runs for the first time in a week, but still fell to the Yankees Saturday to see their losing streak extend to seven games.

By Jon Meoli

Jun 2, 2018

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Orioles on deck: What to watch Saturday vs. Yankees, plus lineups, broadcast info and more

Pitching matchups, TV, radio and more about the Orioles-Yankees game Saturday.

By Josh Land

Jun 2, 2018

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Five truths the Orioles must confront with Memorial Day and one-third of season having passed

The Orioles have to face up to the truth of their situation on several fronts now that one-third of this lost season and their Memorial Day checkpoint have come and gone.

By Jon Meoli

May 29, 2018

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Kevin Gausman's two-strike struggles lead to his shortest outing of season

Orioles right-hander Kevin Gausman inability to put hitters away led to his shortest outing of the season.

By Eduardo A. Encina

May 27, 2018