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Archives for March 2024

Sarasota is a gift Peter Angelos left the Orioles

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In the aftermath of the death of longtime owner Peter Angelos a week ago, there were plenty of stories about the good he did for Baltimore and his many anonymous acts of charity. His tussles with onetime manager Davey Johnson and longtime Orioles broadcaster Jon Miller were recounted. So was the team’s record under his ownership. After initial success following his 1993 … [Read more...] about Sarasota is a gift Peter Angelos left the Orioles

New dad Jacob Webb rejoins Orioles; Vespi returns to Norfolk

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BALTIMORE—Relief pitcher Jacob Webb returned from a rush trip to Marietta, Georgia so he could be with his wife, Magali, who gave birth to the couple’s first child, a daughter, Hudson. Webb was looking forward to his first Opening Day as a major leaguer, but he was placed on the paternity list and replaced by left-hander Nick Vespi, who was returned to Triple-A Norfolk. “This … [Read more...] about New dad Jacob Webb rejoins Orioles; Vespi returns to Norfolk

Orioles waiting for word on McKenna, Nevin

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BALTIMORE–Before Thursday’s opener, the Orioles designated outfielder Ryan McKenna and infielder/outfielder Tyler Nevin for assignment. As of Saturday, no move had been announced. They could be traded, claimed off waivers or, if they pass through waivers, they could be outrighted to Triple-A Norfolk and remain with the Orioles. Manager Brandon Hyde, who’s fond of both players, … [Read more...] about Orioles waiting for word on McKenna, Nevin

Jersey of the Game: Mike Cuellar

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Mike Cuellar was a four-time 20-game winner for the Orioles. He won 143 games, fourth most in team history. He was traded by the Astros to the Orioles in December 1968 for outfielder Curt Blefary in what is considered one of the worst trades in Astros’ history. Cuellar was one of four 20-game winners for the Orioles in 1971; the others were Jim Palmer, Dave McNally and Pat … [Read more...] about Jersey of the Game: Mike Cuellar