Looking forward to problem of Izturis vs. Salazar
Though shortstop Cesar Izturis is probably at least two weeks from coming off the disabled list, his return could create an interesting roster decision for the Orioles.
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Via Washington Times
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June 26, 2009
BALTIMORE | The Baltimore Orioles are doing everything they can to take pressure off top prospect Matt Wieters, but it hasn't been easy. Since his debut four weeks ago, the 23-year-old catcher has hit seventh or eighth in the lineup, where he is likely to see more fastballs. Wieters has never played more than six days in a row, allowing him to get a feel for major league pitching...
Via Baltimore Sun
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June 25, 2009
The Orioles were hoping that resting Adam Jones for much of Wednesday's game would help the struggling center fielder break out of his slump, but that wasn't the case. Jones went 0-for-5 and stranded seven base runners Thursday. In the series, Jones went 0-for-12, his average falling to .302. He's now hitting .203 in June and has gone nine straight games without an extra-base hit.
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June 23, 2009
Right-handed reliever rejoins club for Marlins series
The Orioles announced today that they have recalled right-handed reliever Chris Ray from Triple-A Norfolk.
Via Miami Herald
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June 23, 2009
The Baltimore Orioles recalled right-handed relief pitcher Chris Ray from Triple-A Norfolk on Tuesday.
Via Baltimore Sun
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June 24, 2009
Team commits numerous miscues, executes poorly in second straight defeat
When the Orioles acquired Felix Pie from the Chicago Cubs in January, they acknowledged that they would have to be patient with the young outfielder, who can dazzle with his tools and athleticism on...
Via Baltimore Sun
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June 24, 2009
JUST PLAIN SLOPPY The Orioles had a chance to take the early lead but were foiled by missed opportunities and key mistakes. With runners on first and second and no outs in the first, Felix Pie, the trail runner, was thrown out stealing and then Nick Markakis struck out with a runner on third and one out. In the bottom of the first, Jason Berken's four-pitch leadoff walk and Melvin...
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June 25, 2009
They drop third straight to Marlins; Hill gets roughed up
Orioles starter Rich Hill allowed six runs and eight hits in 4 1/3 innings against the Marlins. "It was definitely mistakes in the pitch selection," said Hill, who acknowledged that he probably shouldn't have shaken...
Via Birds Watcher
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June 25, 2009
The Orioles made a deal with Cleveland for 1B prospect Michael Aubrey, read more on birdswatcher.com
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June 25, 2009
The Florida Marlins will attempt to cap a very successful homestand with a sweep of the Baltimore Orioles when the two teams finish out a three-game interleague series this evening at Land Shark Stadium.
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