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Long stay at Camden Yards gives Orioles chance to get settled, shake home blues

Friday, the Orioles began a nine-game homestand with a 3-10 record in Baltimore. Both manager Brandon Hyde and outfielder Trey Mancini pointed to this season’s slow start at Camden Yards as a case of a small sample size.

By Nathan Ruiz

May 3, 2019

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Homers, bad breaks bite Dylan Bundy as Orioles fall to Twins, 4-1, are swept out of Minnesota

Right-hander Dylan Bundy allowed four runs in five innings while striking out eight as the Twins swept the Orioles with a 4-1 victory at Target Field, their 12th straight win over Baltimore.

By Nathan Ruiz

Apr 28, 2019

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Orioles on deck: Lineups, pitching matchups and how to watch Sunday's game at Twins

Orioles on deck: Lineups, pitching matchups and how to watch Sunday's game at Twins

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Orioles on deck: Lineups, pitching matchups and how to watch Saturday's game at Twins

Orioles on deck: Pitching matchups and how to watch Saturday's game at Twins

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Twins hit five home runs, including three straight off Alex Cobb, to beat Orioles, 6-1

Right-hander Alex Cobb gave up four home runs, including three straight in the first inning, in the Orioles' 6-1 loss to the Minnesota Twins on Friday. The Orioles have allowed 64 home runs through 27 games.

By Nathan Ruiz

Apr 26, 2019

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Orioles on deck: Lineups, pitching matchups and how to watch Friday's game at Twins

Here's what you need to know before the Orioles' game Friday night at the Minnesota Twins.

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Orioles' Alex Cobb still searching for the right stuff after recovering from groin and back soreness

Alex Cobb traded a bullpen session for a simulated game on Monday in an attempt to refine his command after two injuries hamper his ability to get into a routine.

By Peter Schmuck

Apr 23, 2019

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Has MASN dispute affected Baltimore's chances of hosting All-Star Game? Rob Manfred says no

Baseball's commissioner said Tuesday that "I have not made one decision in my entire time as commissioner related to the Baltimore Orioles that was based on whether or not the MASN litigation was ongoing."

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 17, 2018

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Orioles seal third winless road trip of season with 10-1 loss to Twins

The Orioles were swept out of Minnesota in four games after a 10-1 loss to the Twins, completing their six-game road trip to Philadelphia and Minneapolis without a win.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 8, 2018

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

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

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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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Orioles' Jonathan Schoop searches for form at the plate that made him an All-Star a year ago

Orioles second baseman Jonathan Schoop is 8-for-20 over his past five games. But he knows there's much work to be done in salvaging his season.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 7, 2018

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Orioles notes: David Hess optioned to Triple-A Norfolk; third-round pick Blaine Knight signs

Twenty-four-year-old David Hess, who is 2-5 with a 6.06 ERA in 10 games with the Orioles, is optioned to Triple-A Norfolk to make room on the 25-man roster for Dylan Bundy.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 6, 2018

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

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

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Orioles' Cashner after another wasted quality start: 'It's just as hard for [the offense] as it is for me'

Andrew Cashner recorded his fifth straight non-rain-delay quality start Thursday night. The Orioles are 0-5 in those games.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 6, 2018

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Chris Davis ties Cal Ripken Jr.'s Orioles all-time strikeout record — in 2,029 fewer games

Chris Davis' ninth-inning strikeout Thursday night was his 1,305th with the Orioles, tying Ripken for first on the Orioles' all-time list.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 6, 2018

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Cashner's quality start, Schoop's two homers not enough in Orioles' 5-2 loss to Twins

The Orioles’ fate has long been determined, but Thursday night’s series-opening 5-2 loss to the Twins at Target Field – their 10th defeat in their past 11 games — offered some positives, but also more reasons for frustration.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 5, 2018

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

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

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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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Orioles notes: Camden Yards is third existing MLB ballpark to receive LEED Gold certification

The Orioles will receive their Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certifications on Earth Day on Sunday at Camden Yards.

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All signs point to Dylan Bundy being Orioles' Opening Day starting pitcher

Manager Buck Showalter isn't saying which of his starting pitchers will start on Opening Day, but if you listen to his comments about the O's projected rotation on Saturday and read between the lines, it should be pretty obvious that it will be Dylan Bundy.

By Peter Schmuck

Mar 10, 2018

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Protective netting being extended at some MLB ballparks, but still no word on Camden Yards

What will it take for MLB and its clubs to all expand protective netting at its parks, including Camden Yards?

By Eduardo A. Encina

Sep 26, 2017

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Iron Throne to visit Camden Yards on Aug. 22 as part of 'Game of Thrones' night

The Iron Throne will be in Baltimore on Aug. 22 as part of the Orioles' "Game of Thrones" night promotion

By Jon Meoli

Jul 20, 2017

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Two straight road wins entering All-Star break lift Orioles out of cellar, provide reason for hope

The O's have lost 36 of their past 56 games but are just four games out of second wild-card spot.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 9, 2017

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After nearly blowing five-run lead, Orioles right the ship, head into break with 11-5 win

The Orioles nearly blew another early lead Sunday at Target Field, but they kept scoring and beat the Minnesota Twins, 11-5, at Target Field in Minneapolis.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 9, 2017

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Two majestic homers, two friendly rivals: Who hit it better, Orioles' Schoop or Machado?

There’s no secret that Jonathan Schoop and Manny Machado have a friendly rivalry.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 8, 2017

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Orioles end five-game skid with 5-1 win over Twins

The Orioles beat the Twins for their first win of the seven-game road trip.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 8, 2017

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Manny Machado's big day at plate goes for naught in Orioles' loss to Twins

Orioles third baseman Manny Machado had one of his best offensive performances of the season in Friday’s loss at Target Field.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 8, 2017

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Orioles blow early six-run lead to lose fifth straight, 9-6 at Twins

Orioles blow early six-run lead to lose fifth straight, 9-6 at Twins

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 7, 2017

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Dylan Bundy, Orioles defense falter in third for fourth straight loss, 6-4 to Twins

The Orioles face the Twins in Minnesota.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 6, 2017

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Orioles' Adam Jones refused to give in, pushed himself to overcome rare slow start

Adam Jones is not giving in. He's not giving in to the highly prevalent notion that last month's rib cage strain is behind his sweepy swings throughout April. He's not giving in to acknowledging any sense of frustration at the plate, nor is his giving himself any extra credit for pulling himself out of a problematic start to the season.

By Eduardo A. Encina

May 14, 2016

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Orioles recap: Birds score seven unanswered runs for 7-5 comeback victory over Tigers

The Orioles¿ earned a 7-5 comeback win before 14,918 on a warm night at Camden Yards.

By Jon Meoli

May 12, 2016

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Orioles recap: Tyler Wilson backs Birds' four homers in 9-2 win over Twins

Orioles right-hander Tyler Wilson didn¿t show any signs of the extra rest affecting him negatively in the Orioles¿ 9-2 win over the Twins at Target Field.

By Eduardo A. Encina

May 11, 2016

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O's give another power display in poor conditions, lead AL in home runs after win over Twins

If the Orioles' current power surge — in which they've continued to bludgeon opponents with home run balls in unfavorable weather conditions — follows the blueprint of most seasons, it spells good fortunes for the club's offense when the temperatures rise.

By Eduardo A. Encina

May 11, 2016

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Orioles thoughts and observations on Jones getting out of his slump, Rickard's key at-bat and Brad Brach

Anyone who has watched the Orioles this season has seen how much Adam Jones has struggled, but manager Buck Showalter also sees how hard Jones has worked

By Eduardo A. Encina

May 11, 2016

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Adam Jones' two-run single in ninth lifts Orioles past Twins

Adam Jones made Minnesota pay for walking Manny Machado in front of him, working a full count before lacing a two-run single into left field off Twins closer Kevin Jepsen, sending the Orioles to their third straight win, 5-3, in front of an announced 21,586 at Target Field.

By Eduardo A. Encina

May 11, 2016

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Orioles on deck: What to watch Tuesday at Twins

First pitch, broadcast info, starting pitchers and what to watch in the Orioles' game against the Twins.

By Josh Land

May 10, 2016

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Orioles RHP Yovani Gallardo to begin throwing program on Saturday

Orioles right-hander Yovani Gallardo is scheduled to resume throwing on Saturday, the first time he will throw a baseball since going on the disabled list with

By Eduardo A. Encina

May 9, 2016

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Rare rough outing for Darren O'Day lets Twins slip past Orioles, 4-3

As quickly as Camden Yards exalted following Gerardo Parra¿s go-ahead homer Friday night in the bottom of the sixth inning, the ballpark fell silent as the Orioles suffered through a nightmare eighth inning that sent them to a tough-to-digest 4-3 loss to the Minnesota Twins at Oriole Park.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Aug 21, 2015

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Rain, then a rout: Orioles pounded, 15-2, by Twins after lengthy delay

By the time the Orioles¿ 15-2 loss to the Twins ended well after midnight, only about 200 of the announced 20,109 remained to witness the entire battering. The PA announcer¿s voice echoed through the seating bowl. Fans chased for foul balls through empty rows of green seats.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Aug 21, 2015

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Orioles third baseman Manny Machado to participate in All-Star Game Home Run Derby

Orioles third baseman Manny Machado has been selected to participate in this year¿s All-Star Game Home Run Derby on Monday at Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 8, 2015

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Bud Norris, Orioles bullpen falter as Twins finish sweep with 5-3 win

The Orioles' lead disappeared with two swings as Brian Dozier and Joe Mauer hit back-to-back homers off Bud Norris, two crushing blows that sent the Orioles on their way to a 5-3 loss in front of an announced 29,289.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 8, 2015

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Kevin Gausman had hand in decision to return to minors

The Orioles' decision to option right-hander Kevin Gausman to Triple-A Norfolk following his start Tuesday night was an easy one, especially considering Gausman had brought up the idea to pitching coach Dave Wallace two days earlier to keep pitching every fifth day over the All-Star break.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 8, 2015

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Kevin Gausman roughed up by Twins in O's 8-3 loss, optioned to Triple-A Norfolk

Kevin Gausman was torched for eight runs (seven earned) in just 3 2/3 innings of work, as the Minnesota Twins earned the series victory with an 8-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday at Target Field.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 8, 2015

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After being shut out by fans, Orioles well recognized in All-Star Game players' vote

After being selected by player vote to play in next Tuesday's All-Star Game in Cincinnati, both Adam Jones and Manny Machado made it clear they were honored to be picked by their peers.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 7, 2015

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Orioles give up two-run homer in 10th, fall to Twins

The Orioles got solo home runs from All-Stars Manny Machado and Adam Jones but lost when reliever Tommy Hunter allowed a two-run home run to Brian Dozier in the 10th inning, giving the Twins a 4-2 win.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 6, 2015

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Orioles open three-game series with Twins at Target Field

The Orioles complete their six-game roadtrip through the AL Central with three games against the Twins at Target Field.

By Eduardo A. Encina

Jul 6, 2015

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Terps beat No. 4 Illinois in Big Ten baseball tournament, 2-1, ending 27-game winning streak

The Illinois baseball team's 27-game winning streak is over, and so are Maryland's doubts about its NCAA tournament chances.

By Jonas Shaffer

May 22, 2015

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Reds starter Alfredo Simon reflects on his return to Camden Yards

No matter how well the Orioles do this season, perhaps the most improbable moment of 2014 for those who have followed this club over the past several years occurred in the third inning of the All-Star Game in Minnesota in July -- and it had little to do with the current Orioles.

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Orioles fail to complete four-game sweep with 6-4 loss to Twins on Monday

The Orioles (79-57) had their four-game winning streak snapped and saw their lead in the American League East division drop to 8 1/2 games over the idle New York Yankees. The Twins (60-77) have won just two of their last nine games.