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The Orioles won their lengthiest game since 2013, a 6-4 win over the Dodgers in 14 innings in front of an announced crowd of 40,899. - As the Orioles made their first trip to Dodger Stadium in 12 years, Monday's series opener played out like a predictable Hollywood script.
- With less than a week to go before Opening Day, teams are paring down their rosters, which has led to an influx of free agents on the market.
- The Orioles collectively attempted to move on from the Dexter Fowler fiasco on Friday, one day removed from being blind-sided by news that the veteran outfielder was remaining with the Chicago Cubs instead of joining the Orioles. Now, the club is left with more questions than answers.
- Signing Chris Davis to the largest deal in club history won't complete the Orioles' offseason to-do list. They are still seeking to upgrade their rotation and solidify their corner-outfield situation, despite rapidly dissolving markets in both areas.
- Amid the wildly-flowing dollars and multi-year commitments that exist every offseason during free agency, the Orioles aren't afraid of signing players to a one-year deal.
- Despite their recent funk, Dan Duquette said he is still having trade talks with teams to better the 2015 club
- The Orioles made three roster moves Friday afternoon, including the long-anticipated promotion of Cuban outfielder Dariel Alvarez.
- According to sources, dialogue continues between the Orioles and the San Diego Padres. The Padres need to move some outfielders, and left-handed hitters Seth Smith and Will Venable are drawing the most interest from the Orioles.
- Wright has pitched well against left-handers in his career.
- The Orioles and San Diego Padres look like potential trade partners.
- Adam Jones had played just three major league games in his hometown before Tuesday night's game against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. But the Orioles center fielder definitely felt right at home.
- The San Diego Padres' trip through Baltimore was both quick and painful for the Orioles, who dropped two interleague games to the Padres within a span of 24 hours.
