Orioles left-hander John Means allowed just one hit in seven scoreless innings in his sixth and final rehab start for Triple-A Norfolk. Means struck out eight and walked one, throwing 95 pitches in Norfolk’s 2-0 win over Gwinnett. Means, who’s on the 15-day injured list with a strained left forearm, is expected to rejoin the Orioles this week. He could be rejoining Kyle … [Read more...] about Orioles’ Means allows 1 hit in 7 innings in final rehab start
Kimbrel’s struggles cost Orioles again in 7-6 loss to Athletics
BALTIMORE—For the second time in three games, closer Craig Kimbrel blew a save chance for the Orioles. On Friday night, Kimbrel walked three batters in the ninth and didn’t retire any of the five batters he faced, losing a lead in a game the Orioles lost, 3-2, in 10 innings. On Sunday afternoon, Kimbrel entered the game in the ninth inning, trying to protect a 6-5 Orioles lead. … [Read more...] about Kimbrel’s struggles cost Orioles again in 7-6 loss to Athletics
What they’re saying about Craig Kimbrel and Orioles’ 3-2 loss to Athletics
BALTIMORE—What happened? Craig Kimbrel came into the ninth looking for his 425th save. That would have passed John Franco and tied him with Boston’s Kanley Jansen for fifth place on the all-time saves list. ‘ Instead, Kimbrel allowed the tying run to score and was fortunate enough to scramble to home plate to tag JJ Bleday on a wide pitch that got away from catcher Adley … [Read more...] about What they’re saying about Craig Kimbrel and Orioles’ 3-2 loss to Athletics
Kyle Bradish is likely to make his next start with the Orioles
BALTIMORE—Despite just three rehab starts, manager Brandon Hyde said on Saturday that right-hander Kyle Bradish, who’s on the 15-day injured list because of a sprained right ulnar collateral ligament, is likely to make his next start with the Orioles. Bradish began his rehab assignment with Double-A Bowie on April 16th, throwing 44 pitches in three innings. He did have a … [Read more...] about Kyle Bradish is likely to make his next start with the Orioles
Jersey of the Game-Mike Devereaux
Mike Devereaux played seven seasons with the Orioles and made some outstanding plays in center field. He may be best known for his game-winning home run against the Angels in Memorial Stadium that may or may not have been fair. Devereaux is a member of the Orioles’ Hall of Fame and has recently been a spring training instructor. Worn by: Greg Boston Ellicott City, … [Read more...] about Jersey of the Game-Mike Devereaux