Winker hopes to return in few days after MRI comes back clear
Mark Zuckerman
Nationals
The MRI on Jesse Winker’s right knee showed no structural damage, and the Nationals left fielder believes he can rejoin the lineup within a few days. “It’s definitely nothing major, nothing that’s going to prevent me from playing,” he said. “I think I just need a couple days of rest.” Winker hurt himself in the bottom of the first Saturday afternoo
Orioles and Phillies showing aces in today's series finale
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
A marquee pitching matchup closes out the weekend series between the Orioles and Phillies at Camden Yards. Corbin Burnes, the National League’s Cy Young Award winner in 2021 and a top eight finisher in three other seasons, is 7-2 with a 2.08 ERA and 1.004 WHIP in 14 starts. He’s surrendered eight home runs in 86 2/3 innings. Burnes has registered n
Game 71 lineups: Nats vs. Marlins
Mark Zuckerman
Nationals
The Nationals, in case you haven’t been paying attention, have dominated the Marlins this season. Like, completely dominated them. They’re 6-0 heading into today’s series finale on South Capitol Street, and the combined score of those six games is 45-17. It’s been even more pronounced this weekend, with a combined score of 12-1 thanks to brilliant
Clubhouse concern, support for Bradish (plus Baker's key inning)
Steve Melewski
Orioles
As the Orioles waited to get the latest results for right-hander Kyle Bradish on Saturday, players in the clubhouse expressed support for a friend and teammate that returned to the injured list. Birdland is hoping for the best result and a quick return for Bradish, who has gone 2-0 with a 2.75 ERA over eight starts. “What Kyle Bradish did, battling
Orioles will keep counting on players to fill voids in roster
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
The Orioles live by the next-man-up credo. Outfielder Austin Hays referred to it Friday night as a “mentality.” Manager Brandon Hyde and starter Cole Irvin used the phrase multiple times yesterday. “We just rally together, we stick together,” Hays said, “and guys continue to just step up for one another.” How many steps on the ladder before a hard
Santander homers twice and Rodriguez completes seven innings in 6-2 win (updated)
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
Reliever Jacob Webb mulled the latest injury that threatens to derail the Orioles, the sprained elbow ligament that might lead to surgery for Kyle Bradish, and pointed to a clubhouse full of players who rally in these situations. “We’re pretty good at picking each other up,” he said. Can be a starter or reliever. Can be a hitter. Brush it off and g
With 13-strikeout gem, Herz carries Nats to victory (updated)
Mark Zuckerman
Masn
The first time he struck out Tim Anderson, it was merely a nice way to start the afternoon. The second time he did it, it was the continuation of an already impressive outing. The third time he did it, DJ Herz hopped off the mound, slapped his hand to his glove and floated all the way back to the Nationals dugout, where teammates and coaches alike
O's game blog: The Orioles and Phillies, Game 2
Steve Melewski
Orioles
The Orioles' six-game stretch against the teams with the best records in the National League and American League continues under sunny skies this afternoon in downtown Baltimore. The Orioles (45-24) host Philadelphia (47-22) in the second of a three-game series at Oriole Park. They face the Yankees next week in the Bronx starting Tuesday night. Las
Nats hope veteran Ramírez can provide right-handed punch
Mark Zuckerman
Masn
Seeking another right-handed bat to a lineup that has lacked for consistent production, the Nationals signed Harold Ramírez to a minor league contract today, with the understanding the veteran outfielder/first baseman could be called up to the majors in short order. Ramírez, 29, owns a career .287/.325/.408 slash line in parts of six seasons with t
Orioles waiting to learn more about Bradish's injury before determining next step
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
The Orioles know the source of Kyle Bradish’s elbow discomfort. Next is figuring out what to do about it. Bradish returned to the 15-day injured list this afternoon with a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow. He exited last night’s game after the fifth inning, underwent tests and received the unfortunate news. A decision is pendin