With Saunders inked, would Orioles consider minor-league deal for Jim Johnson?
Oakland officially released the former Orioles closer on Friday, but Johnson is a favorite of manager Buck Showalter.
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Showalter leaving door open for ninth-inning options besides Johnson
Even if the Orioles manager has decided to make a closer change, he wasn’t broadcasting that before the start of a weekend series with Colorado.
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Handing out Orioles awards at the All-Star break
Was Adam Jones’ ninth-inning blast off Mariano Rivera in the Bronx the most exciting moment of the first half? Luke Jones hands out his All-Star break honors…
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Roberts likely to be activated over weekend against Yankees
Upon completing his rehab assignment, Roberts would be back in the Orioles lineup for the first time since April 4.
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Strop’s collapse exposes concerning truth about Orioles bullpen
The lack of bullpen depth and overdependence on their best relievers caught up with the Orioles in Wednesday’s loss.
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What’s next for Jim Johnson and the ninth inning?
After blowing only three saves in the entire 2012 regular season, the closer has failed to close out three wins in the last seven days as the Orioles are stuck in a six-game losing streak.
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Orioles’ success mirrors their anchor in ninth inning
Closer Jim Johnson broke Randy Myers’ franchise record with his 35th consecutive save conversion on Friday night.
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Familiar predicament emerging in back end of Orioles rotation
Josh Stinson proved incapable of taking control of the fifth starter job, so the rotation carousel has officially begun.
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Orioles beaten at own illogical game in devastating 3-2 loss
It’s still difficult to believe Yankees manager Joe Girardi pinch-hit for Alex Rodriguez and it worked out — twice.
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Sabathia simply better than Orioles’ top stars in Game 1 defeat
Jim Johnson was just one of the Orioles’ big stars who failed to come through late in the game while the Yankees star pitcher thrived.
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Orioles embrace underdog role like few teams ever have
A perfect group of misfits put together by Dan Duquette and Buck Showalter advanced to the ALDS Friday night.
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After fighting all year long, Orioles’ extra wait to clinch very fitting
After grinding out victories in one-run games and extra innings all year, it’s fitting the Orioles waited just a little longer to clinch a playoff spot.
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Most Valuable Oriole Jones continues adding to memorable 2012
After signing an $85.5 million extension in late May, the center fielder collected his second straight team MVP award Sunday.
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Five biggest Orioles surprises of first half
Luke Jones tabs five individuals who exceeded expectations in the Orioles’ successful first half.
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Orioles closer Johnson remains hospitalized with bacterial issue
Flu-like symptoms have stricken the Orioles clubhouse in recent days.
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Orioles banged up with Toronto in town
Left fielder Nolan Reimold will miss his third straight start as he continues to battle neck spasms.
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What would you do with Orioles reliever Kevin Gregg?
As easy as it is to give up on the struggling reliever, last season provided a good lesson for Duquette to remember.
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Live from Camden Yards: Orioles welcome Minnesota to town on Opening Day
Follow Orioles reporter Luke Jones’ updates from Camden Yards throughout the day…
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In night of firsts, Orioles hope 4-1 win over Boston leads to brighter days
In their first game against the Red Sox in the 2011 season, the Orioles collected their first win over Boston,
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Orioles roster moves: Gonzalez back, Patton promoted (and demoted)
With the bullpen completely spent after extensive work in the last three games, the Orioles needed immediate relief help. The
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Orioles climb small hill against Red Sox this weekend
As the Orioles travel to New York Sunday evening, Dave Trembley will take a deep breath, smile, and maybe even
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Notebook: Home runs lead Orioles past Red Sox, 12-9
BALTIMORE — With two pitchers returning to the starting rotation for their respective teams, it was clear Saturday night’s game
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Bullpen implodes as Orioles fall 8-6 to Tampa Bay
Carlos Pena’s three-run bomb in the 10th seals a bullpen collapse that wasted a sparkling effort from young lefty Brian Matusz.
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Gonzalez quickly sculpting unnerving image in Baltimore
If we can take anything from the opening series of the 2010 season, we know it’s going to be interesting
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Orioles let first one slip away to Tampa Bay 4-3
New Baltimore closer Mike Gonzalez blows his first save opportunity as the Orioles miss a golden opportunity on Opening Day.
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Orange Chatter: 10 Questions for 2010 (Part 2 of 2)
Luke Jones offers his last five of 10 questions on his mind as the Orioles prepare to start the 2010 season.
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Live from Snoop-minster: Pics & vids of Snoop Dogg in the hizzouse at Ravens camp here!
7:46 p.m. — Practice will get underway at 8:45 a.m. on Friday morning. The team will have a special teams
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Live from Westminster: Oher signs, Mason placed on reserve/did not report list
11:54 p.m. — As I’ve discussed earlier—both in the blog and on the training camp reports—the delay in Oher’s signing
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5 Ws and 1 H
It’s easy to call the 134th Preakness a failure, but it would be more prudent to give the Maryland Jockey
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Orioles upend Rays, 7-5
Despite a wild start to this one, the Orioles got an outstanding effort from the bullpen and center fielder Adam
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5 Ws and 1 H
I wanted to take a moment to wish all the moms out there a very Happy Mother’s Day. In the
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Merry Christmas, Ravens fans!
The NFL Draft feels a little bit like Christmas for football fans. By the end of the weekend, the Ravens
