CINCINNATI—Starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez, who’s on the 15-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation, has begun a throwing program, Orioles pitching coach Drew French said on Sunday. Rodriguez threw from 60-to-75 feet. “Return to play is TBD,” French said. “We’re going to take it one step at a time, keep stacking days on top of each other and hopefully get him a … [Read more...] about Orioles’ Grayson Rodriguez begins throwing program
Orioles’ Jersey of the Game-Albert Belle
Albert Belle signed a five-year, $65 million contract with the Orioles in late 1998, but was able to play only two seasons. A polarizing figure, who had issues with the media, Belle hit 37 home runs and drove in 113 runs in 1999 with a .297 average and a .941 OPS. After playing the 2000 season, he couldn’t play again due to a hip injury. Jersey Worn by: Charles … [Read more...] about Orioles’ Jersey of the Game-Albert Belle
Kremer allows 1 hit in 6 innings, Santander drives in 5 as Orioles complete sweep of Reds, 11-1
CINCINNATI—Dean Kremer allowed just one hit in six sparkling innings, and the Orioles completed a three-game sweep of the Cincinnati Reds. The Orioles’ 11-1 win over the Reds before 31,514 at Great American Ball Park on Sunday was their fourth straight win and their sixth in seven games. They remain a game ahead of the New York Yankees for first place in the American League … [Read more...] about Kremer allows 1 hit in 6 innings, Santander drives in 5 as Orioles complete sweep of Reds, 11-1
What they’re saying about Cole Irvin, early fireworks and Orioles’ 3-0 win over Reds
CINCINNATI—What happened? Cole Irvin ran his scoreless streak to 20 2/3 innings, allowing just two hits in 6 1/3 innings to lead the Orioles past the Cincinnati Reds, 3-0, on Friday night. It was the fourth win in the last five games for the Orioles, who at 21-11 are 10 games over .500 for the first time this season. Irvin struck out four and didn’t walk a batter. Yennier Cano, … [Read more...] about What they’re saying about Cole Irvin, early fireworks and Orioles’ 3-0 win over Reds
Orioles showing they know when to steal bases, too
CINCINNATI—The Orioles have had a terrific start offensively. Not only are they leading major league baseball with 49 home runs entering Saturday night’s game against the Cincinnati Reds, but they have the best success ratio in stolen bases. They’ve stolen 26 of 29 (89.7 percent). “Not putting any more emphasis on it,” manager Brandon Hyde said. “We do talk about some things. I … [Read more...] about Orioles showing they know when to steal bases, too