Gilmartin, Peterson and Sucre enter free agency

Gilmartin, Peterson and Sucre enter free agency
The offseason is moving through the period when players who have been outrighted off the 40-man roster can elect free agency. Players with a previous outright or who built up three years of service time in the majors. The market is open and the list of Orioles to enter it includes pitcher Sean Gilmartin, infielder Jace Peterson and catcher Jesús Sucre. The list of surprises is empty. The Orioles designated Gilmartin on June 25, claimed pitcher Tayler Scott off waivers from the Mariners and...

Wilkerson prepared to work with new outfield instructor

Wilkerson prepared to work with new outfield instructor
Removing Arnie Beyeler as first base coach earlier this month also requires the Orioles to find a new outfield instructor. It's a two-pronged search. Beyeler handled those duties as Wayne Kirby did under former manager Buck Showalter. Has anyone been more challenged in the role than Beyeler? He had to teach Stevie Wilkerson to play center field, a brand new position for the utility infielder. He needed Wilkerson to grow more comfortable in left and right, where the results also were...

Alberto in arbitration adds to his story

Alberto in arbitration adds to his story
The bizarre and unexpected story of Orioles infielder Hanser Alberto includes how he's first-time eligible for arbitration. And how that's actually an interesting development. Alberto made $578,000 this season and you can say he earned it. Lost and reclaimed via waivers in spring training, Alberto appeared in 139 games with the Orioles and that alone is a stunner. He wasn't supposed to beat out veteran Alcides Escobar for a utility infield job until he did. Jack Reinheimer and Zach Vincej...

Peterson and Eshelman outrighted, Orioles lineup vs. Rangers

Peterson and Eshelman outrighted, Orioles lineup vs. Rangers
Orioles infielder Jace Peterson and pitcher Tom Eshelman have been outrighted to Triple-A Norfolk. The club made the announcement this afternoon. Peterson could have declined the assignment and elected free agency, but he accepted it. Eshelman and Peterson came off the 40-man roster while the Orioles were in Florida to create room for Mark Trumbo and Mason Williams, respectively. Trumbo is in the Orioles lineup tonight as they start a four-game series against the Rangers at Camden Yards. Trumbo...

More of what we know about Orioles

More of what we know about Orioles
We never stop learning. This is what I've been told as I advance through middle age. My problem is that I keep forgetting. The Orioles made it out of Florida without any weather issues. Hurricane Dorian posed an enormous threat, raising discussions about moving the series to a neutral site before the teams settled on a Tuesday doubleheader to allow for an earlier departure. There wasn't a drop of rain. Only the Orioles' record fell, a nightcap loss leaving them 46-93 and still one win shy of...

Williams getting a chance he knew would come (O's up 3-2)

Williams getting a chance he knew would come (O's up 3-2)
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Mason Williams signed a minor league deal with the Orioles on March 28 because he saw an opportunity to play for them. It just took a while. Williams had his contract selected today from Triple-A Norfolk and got the start in center field in Game 1 of the doubleheader. He's the 57th player used by the Orioles to break last year's club record. "He was a guy I saw a couple years ago in Cincinnati and he's had a really nice year in Norfolk for us," said manager Brandon...

Orioles DFA Peterson and announce call-ups (updated)

Orioles DFA Peterson and announce call-ups (updated)
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Orioles designated infielder Jace Peterson for assignment today to make room for outfielder Mason Williams on the 40-man roster. Williams had his contract selected today from Triple-A Norfolk. Pitchers Ty Blach, David Hess, Evan Phillips and Chandler Shepherd and catcher Austin Wynns were recalled today. Peterson batted .220/.269/.330 in 29 games. Williams is wearing No. 40. Shepherd was named the International League's Player of the Month for August after going 3-1...

Trumbo makes triumphant return in Orioles' 5-4 loss (updated)

Trumbo makes triumphant return in Orioles' 5-4 loss (updated)
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Mark Trumbo stood on the on-deck circle today in the top of the first inning, waiting for an opportunity that was a year in the making. A chance to bat again in a major league game. No longer a prisoner to the pain in his surgically repaired right knee. Just putting on the uniform and checking the lineup card felt like a win for Trumbo. Finding his name in it, grabbing a bat and walking past the indoor cage and onto the field was the greatest reward. The Orioles left two...

Orioles and Nationals lineups

Orioles and Nationals lineups
WASHINGTON - The Orioles are coming off their fifth shutout of the season and trying to piece together their first four-game winning streak since March 30-April 2. Jonathan Villar is leading off and playing shortstop and Rio Ruiz is playing third base. Hanser Alberto is on the bench. Anthony Santander is in center field, DJ Stewart is in left and Trey Mancini is in right. Chris Davis is playing first base. Jace Peterson is batting fifth and playing second base. Asher Wojciechowski has made...

Former Tides mates on Mountcastle's award (Alberto update)

Former Tides mates on Mountcastle's award (Alberto update)
WASHINGTON - Triple-A Norfolk's Ryan Mountcastle was named the International League MVP today and the first baseman on the postseason All-Star team. That is welcome news in the Orioles clubhouse, where several players were his teammates this year in Norfolk. Mountcastle hit .308/.340/.528 with 32 doubles, a triple, 25 homers, 79 runs, 80 RBIs and an .869 OPS. He leads the International League in hits (153) and total bases (262), and ranks tied for second in extra-base hits (58), fourth in...

Orioles and Rays lineups

Orioles and Rays lineups
Trey Mancini is getting a rest tonight as the Orioles continue their series against the Rays. Chris Davis is playing first base and DJ Stewart is in right field. Jace Peterson is in left field. Jonathan Villar is batting second and playing shortstop. Rio Ruiz is playing third base. Left-hander John Means has made three appearances (two starts) against the Rays and allowed eight earned runs (nine total) and 14 hits with one walk and 13 strikeouts in 15 innings. Mike Brosseau homered...

Leftovers for breakfast

Leftovers for breakfast
Hunter Harvey didn't warm in the bullpen last night, the Orioles falling behind by seven runs in the second inning and a high-leverage situation nowhere to be found. Dillon Tate got the call behind starter Ty Blach and responded with three scoreless innings. His first appearance in the majors without allowing a run. Last night marked only his fourth game, but he had permitted seven runs in six innings prior to the Orioles optioning him to Triple-A Norfolk. Tate returned yesterday with Shawn...

Orioles set home run record in rainy 5-2 loss (with quotes)

Orioles set home run record in rainy 5-2 loss (with quotes)
The inevitable home run record was set tonight in the third inning. The watch is over. The only drama is in the final tally. Taking an early lead was the first order of business for the Orioles, but they also had to deal with their place in baseball history. The Rays' Austin Meadows lined a curveball from Asher Wojciechowski over the railing in front of the flag court in right field with two outs for the 259th homer surrendered by the Orioles this season. Move over 2016 Reds. There's a new...

Alberto three-run homer gives Orioles 4-1 win (with quotes)

Alberto three-run homer gives Orioles 4-1 win (with quotes)
Orioles first baseman Chris Davis wasn't in tonight's lineup, but he delivered the card to home plate for the traditional exchange. Coaches repeat the task after a win. The losing streak had manager Brandon Hyde searching for replacements. Davis could be on the bench again Wednesday night, but he's going to be the first Orioles player at the plate. Dylan Bundy held the Royals to one run in seven innings, the Orioles tied the game in the home half and Hanser Alberto hit a three-run shot with...

Means loses no-hit bid and game 5-4 (with quotes)

Means loses no-hit bid and game 5-4 (with quotes)
The fingerprints are fading from the John Means panic button. Another loss surfaced tonight, but Means seemed to be fine. He just couldn't hold form or catch a break after the fifth inning, which is a distinct pattern with the Oriole in 2019. Means carried a no-hit bid into the sixth, faced six batters and didn't record an out. He threw 28 pitches. A one-run lead disappeared like those fingerprints. The Royals scored three times, with Gabriel Ynoa leaving the bases loaded, and the Orioles...

Orioles and Red Sox lineups

Orioles and Red Sox lineups
BOSTON - Chris Davis returns to the Orioles lineup today and they'll try to avoid being swept in their three-game series at Fenway Park. Renato Núñez is playing third base. Trey Mancini is the designated hitter and Anthony Santander is in right field. Jace Peterson is in left. Left-hander Ty Blach makes his second start for the Orioles. Nathan Eovaldi is making his fifth start for the Red Sox this season and his 16th appearance. He's allowed 22 earned runs (23 total) and 38 hits in 34...

Orioles and Red Sox lineups

Orioles and Red Sox lineups
BOSTON - Trey Mancini makes his third start in left field tonight, stationed in front of the Green Monster, for the series opener against the Red Sox. DJ Stewart, reinstated from the seven-day concussion injured list, is in right field and Anthony Santander is in center. Jace Peterson is playing second base and Jonathan Villar is the shortstop.. Rio Ruiz is starting at third base, with Hanser Alberto on the bench. Chance Sisco is catching and batting ninth, one spot behind first baseman Chris...

Latest Orioles rally falls short again in 6-5 loss (updated)

Latest Orioles rally falls short again in 6-5 loss (updated)
NEW YORK - The Orioles forced J.A. Happ to throw 33 pitches in the top of the first inning today. Loaded the bases against him after scoring a run. Listened as fans booed the starter. Seemed on the verge of releasing all the frustration that built over past games against the Yankees. They settled for the one run, gave up four in the bottom half of the inning and looked again like a team loaded with desire and energy but short in other areas. And the beasts that they keep facing aren't going to...

Orioles and Yankees lineups (updated)

Orioles and Yankees lineups (updated)
NEW YORK - Trey Mancini is playing first base this afternoon as the Orioles try to salvage a game in the series and end their 15-game losing streak to the Yankees. Hanser Alberto is leading off and playing third base. The outfield includes Jace Peterson in left again and Stevie Wilkerson is in center. Richie Martin is the shortstop with Jonathan Villar at second base. Gleyber Torres is serving as the Yankees' designated hitter today. For the Orioles Hanser Alberto 3B Trey Mancini 1B Anthony...

Orioles lineup and more on Shepherd

Orioles lineup and more on Shepherd
NEW YORK - Renato Núñez is playing first base tonight as the Orioles continue their series against the Yankees and try to shake off yesterday's doubleheader sweep. Trey Mancini is the designated hitter and Anthony Santander is playing right field. Jace Peterson continues to play left field. Jonathan Villar is leading off and playing shortstop. Rio Ruiz, who had a two-run single and RBI grounder in Game 2, is the third baseman. Chandler Shepherd has joined the Orioles after they optioned...