Edward Norton runs for a cause Oct 30, 2009
Norton is a big Baltimore Orioles fan. He was at Cal Ripken's rookie game and the game he broke Lou Gehrig's record. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Red Sox Nation: The final out that never came Oct 29, 2009
The better team doesn t always win, but rather the team who is playing better at the time, and the way the Red Sox played against the Angels they probably would have been swept by the Baltimore Orioles. It s unfortunate, but that s the way it goes. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Phillies can follow in Big Red footsteps Oct 28, 2009
In the 1970 World Series, the Baltimore Orioles beat the Reds in five games. The Reds also dropped a seven-game series to the Oakland A's in 1972. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
7. Can the Braves trade Derek Lowe? Oct 26, 2009
In the American League, the Baltimore Orioles are a team that has talked publicly about going after more starting pitching this winter. The Angels are going to be looking for help, especially if leaves via free agency. (Atlanta, TheInsiders.com)
Former Baseball Player Shinning in ALCS Oct 22, 2009
He was a 11th round draft pick of the Baltimore Orioles in 1997 after playing two seasons at SIU under head coach. Hairston played for Baltimore for his first seven years in the pros and has been with five different clubs. (Siusalukis.com)
Phillies going for rare World Series repeat Oct 22, 2009
1971 Baltimore Orioles, lost to Pittsburgh Pirates in 7 games. 1973 Oakland Athletics, beat New York Mets in 7 games. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Return to Patriot Play Oct 21, 2009
MASN, which is available regionally and nationally on DIRECTV channel 640 and DISH Network channel 432, is the official television home of the Baltimore Orioles, Washington Nationals and Baltimore Ravens and reaches nearly 6 million homes in a seven-state region from Harrisburg, Pa. to Charlotte, N.C. Each LSN football telecast will air tape-delay on MASN on the Tuesday following each contest. (Goleopards.com)
So far, so good for O's Bell Oct 20, 2009
The Official Site of the Baltimore Orioles ... The switch-hitter was traded by the Los Angeles Dodgers on July 31 to the Baltimore Orioles for George Sherrill. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
On special roll, Howard delivers when it counts Oct 20, 2009
With his first-inning single in Game 3, Chase Utley extended his streak of consecutive games reaching base in postseason to 23, a club record and just two shy of the Major League mark held by the Baltimore Orioles' Boog Powell (1966-71). How special was Cliff Lee's gem in Game 3. (NJ.com -- Times)
Holliston softball player headed to Cuba to play Oct 19, 2009
In 1999, the Baltimore Orioles traveled to Havana to play a game against the Cuban National team. With no knowledge of the type of talent he will be running up against when he embarks for the island on Nov. 13, Buxton said he has been training intensely since he decided to go on the trip this spring. (Holliston Tab, MA)
Inbox: What is the goal for the O's in 2010? Oct 17, 2009
The Official Site of the Baltimore Orioles. Search. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
FBI to Review Whether Roger Clemens Lied to Congress Oct 17, 2009
The report on baseball's drug problem was released on Dec. 13, one day after Tejada was traded to the Astros from the Baltimore Orioles. Clemens also is at the Astros' camp in Kissimmee, Florida, though not as an active player. (Yahoo News -- Drugs in Sports)
Rose: Miracle Mets showed the way Oct 17, 2009
I actually turned that geometry textbook into the '69 Baltimore Orioles. I'm not sure that my entire year's worth of test scores before the Regents even added up to 87, but 40 years later I remain firmly convinced that there is no way I would have passed that test without the inspiration and motivation provided by the 1969 Mets. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Youth Movement Oct 17, 2009
The Baltimore Orioles stepped up to the plate in a huge way this winter as well, locking up Nick Markakis. Markakis, only 25 years old, is on the verge of becoming a superstar, and its safe to say his new contract will open that door for him. (Boston, TheInsiders.com)
Cubs Trade for Ryan Freel Oct 17, 2009
You always can count on the Baltimore Orioles to try and provide a bailout for underperforming Chicago Cubs players. Enter outfielder Joey Gathright. (Baltimore, TheInsiders.com)
Yankees angry despite victory Oct 16, 2009
NEW YORK - The Yankees defeated the Baltimore Orioles 13-3 Sunday as Hideki Matsui homered and drove in five runs in support of CC Sabathia. But there were angry emotions in the clubhouse afterward following another incident involving umpire Marty Foster, the second in just more than two months. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Guzman gets chance to be postseason pinch runner Oct 16, 2009
The Yankees obtained Guzman from the Baltimore Orioles on Aug. 31 for a player to be named later or cash, with the intent of seeing whether he could be useful come October. "It's just another dimension, an added speed guy that you can do some things late in the ballgame with that puts pressure on the defense, that puts pressure on the pitcher that's in the game," Girardi said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Clark left Braves, Hudson hopes to stay Oct 16, 2009
Ryohei Tanaka, Baltimore Orioles; 2. Robert Ray, Toronto Blue Jays; 3. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
More of this story Oct 15, 2009
In the American League the Baltimore Orioles met the Minnesota Twins. Baltimore swept the Twins in three games. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
DeMacio to be Braves scouting director Oct 15, 2009
The last player he signed to a Braves contract was Chipper Jones in 1990, after which DeMacio worked for the Cleveland Indians, Chicago Cubs, Baltimore Orioles and Pittsburgh Pirates before returning to the Braves in 2006. More on ajc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
NLCS Preview - Philadelphia Phillies vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Oct 15, 2009
Stay on top of breaking news. Sign up for ABC 7 News e-mail alerts. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Scout's Honor: Tony DeMacio Interview Oct 15, 2009
For six years, Tony DeMacio was the Scouting Director of the Baltimore Orioles until he was let go at the end of last season. BravesCenters Bill Shanks spoke with DeMacio last year for his new book Scouts Honor: The Bravest Way To Build A Winning Team. (Atlanta, TheInsiders.com)
Swoboda's clutch catch proves just as magical 40 years later Oct 15, 2009
We're talking about that magical October stretch 40 years ago in which the madcap Mets lost Game 1 to the overwhelmingly favored Baltimore Orioles, then won four in a row to become a band of Amazin' Mets parading down Broadway into everlasting ticker-tape fame. "The Catch" belongs to Swoboda. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Chicago Cubs file for Ch. 11 bankruptcy to speed team's sale Oct 14, 2009
The Baltimore Orioles were sold in a bankruptcy auction in 1993 after owner Eli Jacobs filed for Chapter 11. The same happened to the Seattle Pilots after the 1969 season. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Chicago Cubs in bankruptcy move Oct 14, 2009
It is the first time that a Major League Baseball club has declared bankruptcy since the Baltimore Orioles in 1993. Title drought. (BBC News -- Americas)
Phillies Postseason History Oct 13, 2009
1983-Lost to Baltimore Orioles, 4-1. 1980-Beat Kansas City Royals, 4-2. (NJ.com -- Sports)
Baltimore Orioles TV ratings climb Oct 13, 2009
Baltimore Orioles TV ratings aren't brought down by 98-loss season - Baltimore Business Journal ... Baltimore Orioles TV ratings aren't brought down by 98-loss season. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Pujols One of Ten Hutch Award Finalists Oct 13, 2009
Cincinnati Reds , Atlanta Braves , Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim , Seattle Mariners , Boston Red Sox Nick Markakis, Baltimore Orioles Kevin Millwood, Texas Rangers Justin Morneau, Minnesota Twins Albert Pujols, St. Louis Cardinals , Kansas City Royals. The Hutch Award Luncheon, held on the left field playing surface of Seattle's Safeco Field, home of the Seattle Mariners, attracts baseball stars past and present and can be attended by fans, too. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Washington Nationals win big on TV Oct 13, 2009
The Baltimore Orioles, which had just five fewer losses than the Nationals 103 lost games, also had more viewers tune in this year on MASN. The Orioles were No. 20 in terms of market share. An average of 32,000 local households, or 2. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
First Freeway World Series a possibility Oct 13, 2009
The 1944 World Series was even on the same field -- Sportsman's Park, where the Cardinals beat the Browns (now Baltimore Orioles) in six. Then, of course, there have been numerous Subway Series -- 14 in all -- going back to the halcyon days when New York was the unquestioned baseball capital of the world with the New York Yankees, New York Giants and Brooklyn Dodgers. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Tulane gives Aubrey, Marler pleasant surprise Oct 10, 2009
Baltimore Orioles first baseman Michael Aubrey wondered who was calling him from a 504 area code about a month ago. Of course, he knew the area code from his playing days at Tulane. (Nola.com -- Sports)
2009 Recap: AL East Oct 8, 2009
BALTIMORE ORIOLES ================= Numbers can tell part of the story, but they alone cannot quantify the Orioles' season. The team's record certainly doesn't. (Cleveland, TheInsiders.com)
Alvord: 'There's something I must confess' Oct 7, 2009
On this particular day, however, they were playing Game 3 of the American League Championship Series between my Baltimore Orioles and those dastardly Oakland A s.. Jim Palmer was starting on the mound for Baltimore. (Longview Daily News, WA)
BLOGGIN' BASEBALL: Fan bloggers bring their passion Oct 7, 2009
Since the arrival of George Sherrill from the Baltimore Orioles on July 30, the bullpen trio of Hong-Chih Kuo, Sherrill and Jonathan Broxton has a combined 1. 69 ERA with 89 strikeouts in 80 innings. (USA Today -- Sports)
Stats Geek: Bay overlooked member of elite group Oct 7, 2009
Five men have, all in the past quarter-century: Chris Hoiles, 20 and 40 for the Baltimore Orioles in 1992; Kevin Maas 21 and 41 for the New York Yankees in 1990; Chris Duncan, 22 and 43 for the St. Louis Cardinals in 2006; Fred McGriff, 20 and 43 for the Toronto Blue Jays in 1987; and Carlton Fisk, 21 and 43 for the Chicago White Sox in 1984. Thirty-three men hit at least 20 home runs in fewer than Jones' 358 plate appearances. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Hill snags AL Comeback Player award Oct 6, 2009
Michael Aubrey scored the winning run on Brandon League's second throwing error in the 11th inning Sunday, giving the Baltimore Orioles a 5-4 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays and a three-game sweep ... Baltimore Orioles (60-91) at Toronto Blue Jays (68-83), 7:07 p.m.. (Fresno Bee)
Mariners Hernandez wins 19th Oct 5, 2009
Of those other dozen turnaround teams, only the 1989 Baltimore Orioles and the 1967 Chicago Cubs had more than Seattle's 85 victories this season. Those Orioles and Cubs had 87 wins. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Pirates Notebook: Nutting 'frustrated' with record Oct 5, 2009
By finishing 62-99, the Pirates finished with a worse record than the 64-98 Baltimore Orioles on the final day and will have the No. 2 overall pick in the draft next June. The Washington Nationals will pick first. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
AMERICAN LEAGUE: Tigers drop 5-1 decision to Chisox Oct 4, 2009
BALTIMORE Mark Hendrickson won his first start since April, Jeff Fiorentino drove in two runs and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Toronto Blue Jays for their third straight victory. The victory assured the Orioles of avoiding the third 100-loss season in club history. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Orioles pick up option on Trembley Oct 3, 2009
The Official Site of the Baltimore Orioles ... " -- O's president Andy McPhail But instead of a termination, Trembley was given new life. MacPhail told him that he recognized the progress made under his watch, and Trembley could suddenly begin contemplating another year in the dugout. "It has been a very, very emotional day for me and for the Baltimore Orioles," Trembley said. "I'm very appreciative of and thankful for the opportunity I've gotten and for the opportunity I'm going to get to go... (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Orioles manager Dave Trembley will return in 2010 Oct 3, 2009
Baltimore Orioles manager Dave Trembley looks on before a baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays, Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009, in St. Petersburg, Fla ... Dave Trembley's job as manager of the Baltimore Orioles isn't complete: He will get the opportunity to see the team's arduous rebuilding process through to its next stage ... "I am happy for the philosophy that's existed since I came aboard: To do things right, be fair, understand that the big picture is not yourself and it's the Baltimore... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Orioles manager Trembley will return next year Oct 3, 2009
Baltimore Orioles manager Dave Trembley will return in 2010 - MLB - SI.com ... "I am happy for the philosophy that's existed since I came aboard: To do things right, be fair, understand that the big picture is not yourself and it's the Baltimore Orioles," Trembley said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Taking the game far afield Oct 3, 2009
Ten years ago the Baltimore Orioles played an exhibition in Havana. To get permission to go to Cuba, the softball league applied for a license from the Office of Foreign Assets Control, under the US Department of the Treasury. (Boston Globe)
Thursday's baseball highlights Oct 2, 2009
O's end skid: Chris Waters gave up one run over five innings in his first start of the season and the Baltimore Orioles stopped a 13-game losing streak by beating the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 ... Jeff Fiorentino's RBI single in the fourth inning proved to be the difference, as the Baltimore Orioles survived a stressful ninth inning to post a 3-2 win over Tampa Bay and snap a 13-game losing streak. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Haren to wrap up impressive season Oct 1, 2009
Cabrera will be looking for his first big league win since Aug. 9, 2008, against the Texas Rangers while with the Baltimore Orioles. He's never faced the Cubs. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Can You Tell Me How To Get ... Oct 1, 2009
Why, when he wears his licensed Nick Markakis Baltimore Orioles T-shirt, does the upper chest have to display a big black logo of Majestic Athletic, a parasite brand that has crawled its way onto professional baseball uniforms and merchandise. You don't have to be to resent this. (Slate)
Bishop a quick study for Wolfpack Oct 1, 2009
As a senior at Sunset High in Miami, Bart was selected in the 29th round of the 1981 major league baseball draft by the Baltimore Orioles. A right-handed pitcher, he elected to play baseball at Stetson University instead of turning pro. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Confessions of an addict: Don't bet against a New York sports fan Oct 1, 2009
I root for the Washington Redskins and the Baltimore Orioles If you don't know what that means, check the dictionary under "pain"). So I made a couple of wagers with some loud-mouthed New Yorker friends of mine to shut them up for good, and prove for everyone that my D.C.-Maryland roots could kick their Yankee-loving butts, up and down the Capital Beltway. (Daily Orange, NY)
Why some CEOs deserve big salaries Sep 30, 2009
If CNN is looking for a Brian Roberts overpaid by $40 million, leave my cable guy alone, and look at the second baseman for the Baltimore Orioles. Brian Roberts is an underrated player, and possibly the best player on the O's. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Fall Focus: Sherman Johnson Sep 30, 2009
I also went to a Baltimore Orioles game. They played the Boston Red Sox so that was pretty cool. (Seminoles.com)
Orioles slide reaches 12 games Sep 30, 2009
Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Evan Longoria, left, tags out Baltimore Orioles runner Ty Wigginton on a delayed stolen base attempt during the third inning of a baseball game Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009 in St. Petersburg, Fla ... Rookie Wade Davis allowed one run over seven innings, Carl Crawford stole his career-high 60th base and the Tampa Bay Rays handed the Baltimore Orioles their 12th straight loss with a 3-1 victory on Tuesday night. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
FBI to Review Whether Roger Clemens Lied to Congress Sep 30, 2009
The report on baseball's drug problem was released on Dec. 13, one day after Tejada was traded to the Astros from the Baltimore Orioles. Clemens also is at the Astros' camp in Kissimmee, Florida, though not as an active player. (Yahoo News -- Drugs in Sports)
Buckner to start Friday for D-backs Sep 30, 2009
Cabrera started 154 games with the Baltimore Orioles and Washington Nationals over the past six seasons and was briefly a starter with Triple-A Reno before getting his chance with the D-backs in September. "He's an interesting, intriguing guy who has been through this before," Hinch said. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Local Woman Turns 105 Sep 26, 2009
She roots for the Baltimore Orioles and the Washington Redskins. Genetics may also play a part in her longevity. (W-USA News, DC)
Day in Sports Sep 26, 2009
Baltimore Orioles catcher Matt Wieters' bat shatters for the final out in the ninth inning against the Cleveland Indians. The Indians won 4-2 at home. (USA Today -- Sports)
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CLEVELAND (AP) -- Fausto Carmona pitched six strong innings and Cleveland ended its 11-game losing streak with a 4-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Friday night. The Indians improved to 4-19 in September and avoided tying the franchise record of 12 straight losses set in 1931. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Markakis voted Orioles' MVP Sep 25, 2009
The Official Site of the Baltimore Orioles. Search. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Dillon Named Volunteer Coach Sep 24, 2009
Dillon, a native of Urbandale, IA, attended Baylor University and was subsequently selected by the Baltimore Orioles in the 20th Round (595th overall) of the 2006 amateur entry draft as a catcher. His honors include 2005 ABCA second team all-Midwest Region selection, 2005 first team all-Big 12 Conference honoree and a nine time Big 12 Conference Commissioner's Honor Roll recipient. (Hawkeyesports.com)
BP: Kiss O's goodbye Sep 24, 2009
MLB -- 2009 Baltimore Orioles: Kiss 'Em Goodbye ... Kiss 'Em Goodbye: Baltimore Orioles. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Patrick DiMarco - A Leader On & Off The Field Sep 23, 2009
Along with his uncle, DiMarco's grandfather, Richard DiMarco played basketball at St. John's University and his cousin, Steve DiMarco, plays in the Baltimore Orioles minor league system. "With my uncle being a professional golfer, I have always been recognized, even in high school, as Chris DiMarco's nephew," said the junior fullback. (Uscsports.com)
Snapshots from MLB Sep 23, 2009
Baltimore Orioles' Mark Hendrickson pitches to the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning of their MLB American League baseball game in Toronto September 22, 2009. (Xinhua/Reuters Photo). (Xinhuanet, China)
Dice-K pitches in for easy victory over Orioles Sep 21, 2009
BALTIMORE - As long as Bostons starters keep throwing effectively, the Red Sox will have an excellent chance to win even if their opponent isnt the Baltimore Orioles. Daisuke Matsuzaka extended an outstanding stretch by Bostons rotation, and the Red Sox cruised past the Orioles 9-3 Sunday for a three-game sweep. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Leopards Set For Home Opener Sep 21, 2009
MASN, which is available regionally and nationally on DIRECTV channel 640 and DISH Network channel 432, is the official television home of the Baltimore Orioles, Washington Nationals and Baltimore Ravels and reaches nearly 6 million homes in a seven-state region from Harrisburg, Pa. to Charlotte, N.C. Each LSN football telecast will air tape-delay on MASN on the Tuesday following each contest. (Goleopards.com)
Red Sox's Lester wins 6th straight decision Sep 20, 2009
BALTIMORE (AP) -Jon Lester is so accustomed to dominating the Baltimore Orioles, he couldn't derive much satisfaction out of beating them with a rather ordinary performance. Lester pitched into the seventh inning to win his sixth straight decision, and the Boston Red Sox feasted on the Orioles bullpen in an 11-5 victory Saturday night. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Ichiro a version of Wee Willie Keeler Sep 20, 2009
Keeler's streak began in 1894 with the Baltimore Orioles. Not the American League Baltimore Orioles made famous by Brooks Robinson and Cal Ripken, mind you ... These are the 1890s National League rough-and-tumble Baltimore Orioles who were the New York Yankees of their day before the league wiped them out of existence in 1899 -- the last time that Major League Baseball has suffered a contraction of teams. (News & Observer -- Sports)
