#BrianaInBirdland: Singer Briana Tyson performs at Camden Yards

#BrianaInBirdland: Singer Briana Tyson performs at Camden Yards
Straight from Nashville, Tenn., singer/songwriter Briana Tyson graced Camden Yards with an on-field pregame performance before the Orioles took on the A's. After the O's wrapped up an 18-2 blowout victory, we suppose you can call her a good luck charm! In her first visit to Baltimore, Tyson chatted with MASNsports.com's Julia Morris about her new album, her Birdland performance, her love of baseball and much more before taking the field to perform original music during her pregame set. She...

Orioles fans host second annual School of Roch Night

Orioles fans host second annual School of Roch Night
Every morning, Orioles fans log onto MASNsports.com and check out Roch Kubatko's School of Roch blog for the latest news and notes. As readers ask questions about the roster changes, talk about the previous night's game or even compete to be the first comment on the post, more than just good baseball discussion is generated. The blog has also developed friendships and a sense of a camaraderie among commenters. In 2014, Orioles fan Scott Fahs, known by username CardiacScott on MASNsports.com,...

Nats Star Wars Day: May the Force be with you

Nats Star Wars Day: May the Force be with you
In honor of Nats Star Wars Day, shouldn't the players be trading in bats for lightsabers? If that was the case, we might hear Matt Williams yelling, "I've got a bad feeling about this!" from the dugout. While the Nationals will be looking to figure out Zack Greinke this afternoon, fans will be looking on dressed as Yoda, C-3PO, Han Solo and more at Nats Park. Check out the photos and tweets below for a closer look at a galaxy far, far away ... Happy #NatsStarWarsDay! May the force be with...

#AskRendon: Anthony Rendon answers fans questions in Twitter takeover

#AskRendon: Anthony Rendon answers fans questions in Twitter takeover
While he doesn't have a Twitter account of his own, Nationals infielder Anthony Rendon was an old pro when he took to the @masnNationals account to answer fans' questions. MASN's Twitter followers submitted questions for Rendon using #AskRendon, and then the real fun began. Rendon wielded both baseball-related and off-the-field questions, with topics ranging from his favorite baseball player growing up to "the biggest bromance on the team." Naturally, some of his answers proved to be...

Orioles, MASN host BCPS Leadership in Media Production students

Orioles, MASN host BCPS Leadership in Media Production students
From MASN production meetings to Buck Showalter's pregame press conference to batting practice to play-by-play in the broadcast booth, there is so much that goes on before each and every Orioles game. MASN and the Orioles invited Baltimore City Public School students from the Leadership in Media Production program to see the entire process from start to finish. The BCPS summer program enhances the school's curriculum and allows the students to focus on broadcasting and journalism. A group of...

Orioles' Travis Snider meets his biggest fan from Thailand

 Orioles' Travis Snider meets his biggest fan from Thailand
A pinch-hit grand slam in 2013 by then-Pittsburgh Pirate Travis Snider gave the Bucs a 5-3 lead over the Cubs. Beyond helping the Pirates eventually win 5-4, Snider's home run also had a much bigger, long-term effect: the birth of his superfan. Nine-year-old Wyatt Anthony said he called the grand slam right before it happened, and the big knock was what made Snider his favorite player. However, after the 2014 season came to an end, Wyatt and his family moved to Thailand. Shortly after, Snider...

Maryland Lottery Contestant of the Game won huge when O's broke home run record

Maryland Lottery Contestant of the Game won huge when O's broke home run record
When the Orioles shattered their previous home run record by hitting eight home runs on June 16, O's fans rejoiced while Maryland Lottery Contestant of the Game Kevin Hollis cheered louder and louder for each and every home run. Hollis, 28, is an Eastern Shore resident and was chosen as the Contestant of the Game after entering non-winning Baseball Bucks scratch-offs into his My Lottery Rewards account. Just for being selected, he won $500. And then the real fun started! For each homer, the...

Relive Max Scherzer's no-hitter through GIFs and videos

Relive Max Scherzer's no-hitter through GIFs and videos
After watching Max Scherzer pitch the first few innings against the Pirates at Nationals Park on Saturday, you knew he was going to be dominant. The Nationals ace was locked in and perfect through 8 2/3 innings. After his two-out, two-strike pitch in the ninth just got a piece of Jose Tabata, the Pirates had their first baserunner, but the dominance continued. Scherzer got the next batter, Josh Harrison, to fly out to left field, locking up the Nationals' second no-hitter, the first of his...

Ryan Zimmerman hosting sixth annual A Night at the Park to raise awareness for multiple sclerosis

Ryan Zimmerman hosting sixth annual A Night at the Park to raise awareness for multiple sclerosis
The face of the Nationals, Ryan Zimmerman serves as a veteran presence in the clubhouse, a potent bat in the middle of the order and an anchor at first base. However, he also brings so much more to the club and Washington D.C., area beyond the basepaths. Zimmerman's biggest impact can be seen through his work to raise awareness for multiple sclerosis through his foundation, the ziMS Foundation. Since its inception in 2006, the ziMS Foundation has made a strong impact on those diagnosed with...

#AskJPA: MASN president, Orioles executive VP John P. Angelos takes to Twitter to answer fan questions

#AskJPA: MASN president, Orioles executive VP John P. Angelos takes to Twitter to answer fan questions
Following his first successful #AskJPA Twitter session, Orioles executive vice president and president of MASN, John P. Angelos, once again took to his Twitter (@JohnPAngelos) to answer fans' questions. Twitter has given baseball and Orioles fans the opportunity to communicate directly with players, executives, writers and more in a personal and direct way. And this was no different; when fans submitted questions using #AskJPA on Twitter, they were answered by Angelos himself. Fans wondering...

Take on the skipper with the 2015 CareFirst Fan Challenge

Take on the skipper with the 2015 CareFirst Fan Challenge
Take a glance at Matt Williams' resume, and you can't help but be impressed: a rookie manager who led the Nationals to the NLDS, the National League Manager of the Year in 2014, a four-time Gold Glove winner, a four-time Silver Slugger and a five-time All-Star. On the field and in the dugout, Williams has a baseball career few can rival. Sure, you probably can't measure up on the diamond, but that doesn't mean you can't take on the skipper at your own game! You guessed it: The CareFirst...

Take on Adam Jones at your own game: CareFirst Fan Challenge is back

Take on Adam Jones at your own game: CareFirst Fan Challenge is back
Going out on a limb here, but just guessing you can't smack a baseball as far as Adam Jones or track down a high fly ball as well as the Orioles' center fielder. But that doesn't mean you can't beat him at your own game! That's right: The CareFirst Fan Challenge is back, and it's time for you to challenge Jones to whatever contest you'd like! This year, entering the fan challenge is easier than ever. Simply tweet us whatever you'd like to challenge Jones in using #IChallengeAJ. Tweets...

2015 live chats kick off with Adam Jones and Chris Davis

2015 live chats kick off with Adam Jones and Chris Davis
An old veteran of the MASNsports.com live chat sessions, Adam Jones joined host Courtney Connor for the first edition of the 2015 season. He wielded fans' questions submitted to MASN's Twitter, Facebook and website. While some of the questions were hard-hitting baseball questions, others were hilarious, off-the-field questions for the center fielder. @masnOrioles if you were given one of the Buck garden gnomes where would you keep it? #AskAJ #AskCrush -- Michael Jabs (@VTmjabs) May 26,...

Orioles attend second annual Manny Machado BaseBOWL Tournament

Orioles attend second annual Manny Machado BaseBOWL Tournament
On a rare off-day, the Orioles still came together to participate in the second annual Manny Machado BaseBOWL Tournament on May 19. Machado's teammates attended the sold-out event at Mustang Alleys Bar, Bowling and Bistro in Baltimore to showcase their bowling skills alongside Orioles fans to help raise money and awareness for Baltimore City's Department of Recreation and Parks. "They're going to be able to bowl, interact with the players," Machado said. "There's going to be some auction...

Orioles fans create ReOpening Day, encouraging fans to welcome team back to Birdland

Orioles fans create ReOpening Day, encouraging fans to welcome team back to Birdland
On April 29, amid civil unrest in the city of Baltimore, the Orioles defeated the White Sox 8-2 in front of an announced attendance of zero. While the game was closed to the public and the stadium was empty, it seemed as if the whole world was watching. For many baseball fans outside of the city, it was nothing more than a topic of discussion. For Baltimore fans, it was much more personal, and while most understood the decision, they were still sad they were unable to cheer on their team in...

2015 All-Star Game voting open

2015 All-Star Game voting open
Sure, we're only a month into the season, but we have already been treated to some amazing Nationals baseball moments. For instance, Max Scherzer. The Nats' new pitcher has dominated in his first April in a Nationals uniform. Or look at Bryce Harper. On Wednesday, he hit three home runs in one game, including one that landed in the upper deck. He's on fire. Nats fans are treated to his play almost every day. But does he deserve to shine on a national stage? Well, that's your decision to...

Fans encouraged with giveaways, ticket discounts to "Vote Orange" for 2015 All-Star Game

Fans encouraged with giveaways, ticket discounts to "Vote Orange" for 2015 All-Star Game
Don't blink, because before you know it, it will be July. Granted, we're only in the first week of May and it seems as if baseball is just starting to get into full swing. (Pun very much intended.) Although we're only about a month in, we have already seen some amazing baseball moments. Manny Machado continues to make so many nearly impossible plays look routine. We saw Chris Davis hit a home run that ended up on Eutaw Street. Oh yeah, and Adam Jones. Do we even need to say anything...

Orioles fans can win up to $50,000 instantly, thanks to the Maryland Lottery

Orioles fans can win up to $50,000 instantly, thanks to the Maryland Lottery
Another season of Baltimore Orioles baseball means another year to win big with the Maryland Lottery! Are you game? With its Baseball Bucks scratch-off, the Maryland Lottery is giving you the chance to win up to $50,000 instantly! If you don't win on the ticket, you can still hit a home run by becoming a Maryland Lottery Contestant of the Game. For your chance to be a Maryland Lottery Contestant of the Game, simply enter your non-winning Baseball Bucks scratch-offs through the Maryland...

Casey Cares Foundation teaming up with OriolesREACH for sixth annual Casey Cares 5K

Casey Cares Foundation teaming up with OriolesREACH for sixth annual Casey Cares 5K
Lace up your running shoes, don't forget to stretch and get ready to help a great cause on Saturday, Aug. 1. For the sixth straight year, the Casey Cares 5K, sponsored by MASN and CBS Radio, will take place at Camden Yards in partnership with OriolesREACH. Although the event is still a few months away, registration is already open. Proceeds of the event benefit the Casey Cares Foundation, an organization that provides ongoing, uplifting programs to critically ill children and their...

Although Birds fly north, club maintains year-round presence in Sarasota

Although Birds fly north, club maintains year-round presence in Sarasota
The regular season has begun, meaning the Orioles have made their way out of their spring home in sunny Sarasota. While the players are leaving Florida, the club will continue to have a very strong presence at Ed Smith Stadium, the spring home of the Orioles, and beyond the gates. The O's impact began in the seats. Many fans were able to escape the cold Maryland weather to enjoy sunny Sarasota and Ed Smith Stadium. A total of 112,258 fans attended the O's 15 home games this spring, for an...