Kline relieved to remain with Orioles
Kline relieved to remain with Orioles
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
SARASOTA, Fla. - Branden Kline joined the first group of Orioles pitchers yesterday morning for an 11:25 a.m. bullpen session, his initial appearance on a mound since arriving in camp. And since he came off the 40-man roster and was lumped in with the other invitees. Kline was designated for assignment on Jan. 30 after the Orioles claimed infielder Pat Valaika on waivers for a second time. The Orioles outrighted Kline on Feb. 5 when he cleared waivers. "I knew it was something that could...
As Astros apologize, Nats players share thoughts on scandal
As Astros apologize, Nats players share thoughts on scandal
Mark Zuckerman
Nationals
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - The contrast was impossible to ignore. On one side of FITTEAM Ballpark of the Palm Beaches, more than 50 reporters and photographers listened to Astros owner Jim Crane and players Alex Bregman and Jose Altuve apologize for the sign-stealing scandal that has engulfed baseball since it was revealed three months ago. It was not, by all accounts, well received. On the other side of this sprawling complex, a grand total of seven media members (four writers, one print...
Orioles agree to terms with Milone on minor league deal
Orioles agree to terms with Milone on minor league deal
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles found a veteran pitcher to compete for a spot in their rotation and it didn't cost them a major league contract. Left-hander Tommy Milone has agreed to a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training, according to an industry source. Milone, who turns 33 later this month, has pitched for six teams since debuting with the Nationals in 2011. Primarily a starter for the first five years, Milone has transitioned into more of a relief/bulk guy role. Only six...
Fans pack Nationals Park for Winterfest
Fans pack Nationals Park for Winterfest
MASN Staff
Nationals
The Nationals held their annual Winterfest event at Nats Park on Saturday and Sunday.
Hyde on Cobb, LeBlanc, Lakins, position players and more
Hyde on Cobb, LeBlanc, Lakins, position players and more
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
SARASOTA, Fla. - The Orioles have completed their second day of workouts, with two players still unable to participate. Pitcher Brady Rodgers was supposed to throw in the bullpen with the second group, but he's being held back due to soreness in his right arm. Pedro Severino hasn't caught due to an illness. Severino arrived in camp yesterday wearing a mask. But not the kind he's going to use when he's behind the plate. Alex Cobb threw with the first group and manager Brandon Hyde remains...
Updates from Nats Winterfest and Astros' penalties | MASN All Access
Updates from Nats Winterfest and Astros' penalties | MASN All Access
MASN Staff
Nationals
Paul Mancano recaps Nationals Winterfest and discusses the penalties imposed on the Astros.
Astros with an asterisk | MASN All Access Podcast
Astros with an asterisk | MASN All Access Podcast
MASN Staff
Nationals
Mark Zuckerman joins Bobby Blanco and Paul Mancano to discuss updates from Nationals Winterfest and the Astros' penalties. Brought to you by Marymount University. Visit MaryountSaints.com to learn more about our student athletes and programs today.
Carter's key to Nats' infield plan | MASN All Access Podcast
Carter's key to Nats' infield plan | MASN All Access Podcast
Bobby Blanco
Nationals
Carter Kieboom will have an opportunity to make the team this spring. Will he take advantage? Bobby Blanco and Paul Mancano discuss the Nats' plan for the infield and examine Max Scherzer's incredible run in D.C.
Learning more about LeBlanc in Orioles camp
Learning more about LeBlanc in Orioles camp
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
SARASOTA, Fla. - Before the Orioles assigned Wade LeBlanc a uniform number, he already had done his research on another set of digits. LeBlanc turned 35 years old in August. Chris Davis celebrates his 34th birthday next month. There's no debating which player is the senior member of a rebuilding club. "I'm definitely the oldest," LeBlanc said this morning, clearing up any confusion. "I've got him beat. He's got more time, but I've got him beat in age." The next competition is going to...
A wild first day of spring expected in West Palm Beach
A wild first day of spring expected in West Palm Beach
Mark Zuckerman
Nationals
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - Sometime around 9:30 a.m. today, every pitcher and catcher in Nationals camp will emerge from the clubhouse and gather on the adjacent agility field outside for the first of 37 planned "Circle of Trust" morning meetings. Davey Martinez will set the tone for the day - and the spring in general - with some combination of instruction, wisdom and laughter. Perhaps a live animal will be involved. It's happened before. The World Series champions will be loose and free,...