The Baltimore Ravens released veteran kicker Justin Tucker on Monday, a move that was speculated to happen at the end of last season. Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta released a statement noting Tucker’s contributions to the Ravens over the last 13 seasons as well as creating so many unforgettable moments, while also noting the tough decision to release the most accurate … [Read more...] about Ravens Release Justin Tucker
From the Farm: Everyone Lost
April 29 was a day that diehard Orioles fans will soon want to forget. Every team, from Single-A short season up to the Baltimore Orioles themselves, took a loss. To make matters worse, every team except Chesapeake boasts a losing record, and Chesapeake sits at .500 at 11-11. Despite the O’s system going 0-5 in a very rough season, there were small victories in the sea of … [Read more...] about From the Farm: Everyone Lost
Ironbirds Win Behind Money Start
The Aberdeen Ironbirds defeated the Blue Rocks in Wilmington last night behind a strong start from pitcher Blake Money, who pitched 5.1 innings, fanning 7 batters and giving up only 2 runs. The 6’7 right-hander from LSU has now made 3 starts for Aberdeen, going 1-1 and posting a 3.06 ERA over 17 innings. This most recent start is the deepest he has gone in a game at 5.1 … [Read more...] about Ironbirds Win Behind Money Start
Young Guns Improve, Orioles Still in Free-Fall
Two young Orioles starting pitchers posted improved numbers this week despite the Orioles losing 4 of their last 5 games. Cade Povich (1-2, 5.04 ERA) earned his first win of the season against the Washington Nationals, pitching 6.2 innings and allowing only 1 run while fanning 5. Brandon Young also improved from his first major league start despite earning a loss. Povich, … [Read more...] about Young Guns Improve, Orioles Still in Free-Fall
From the Farm: Tides Relief Pitcher Coleman Picks up Win
The Norfolk Tides defeated the Memphis Redbirds 6-4 on Sunday to move to 9-17 overall behind a strong performance from Dylan Coleman. Despite a rough outing from starting pitcher Thaddeus Ward, Coleman pitched 1.2 innings, surrendering 2 walks, no hits and fanning 1 batter. Coleman also earned the win in relief. Coleman (2-0, 1.86 ERA) was signed by the Orioles on February … [Read more...] about From the Farm: Tides Relief Pitcher Coleman Picks up Win