Timing of García demotion was surprise, but reason wasn't
Mark Zuckerman
Masn
Inside a rollicking Nationals clubhouse Wednesday afternoon, Luis García was all smiles. He was kidding around with Victor Robles. He was intently watching Ildemaro Vargas get interviewed about his game-winning run in a walk-off, 3-2 victory over the Brewers. By all accounts, he had no idea the news he was about to receive. García was optioned to T
With improved performance since early May, Flaherty makes O's debut today
Steve Melewski
Orioles
TORONTO – Right-hander Jack Flaherty, who will make his O’s debut today, he has faced the Toronto Blue Jays just once before in his career. And it was this year. On April 1, no fooling, he pitched five no-run, no-hit innings as St. Louis beat Toronto 4-1. He walked seven, but none scored and fanned four in a 95-pitch outing. While he is 7-6 with a
Orioles counting on rotation spillage supplying bullpen with ample arms
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
The trade deadline shined a brighter light on the Orioles’ rotation. Jack Flaherty is in it. Very illuminating. The five starters are confirmed: Flaherty, Kyle Gibson, Kyle Bradish, Dean Kremer and rookie Grayson Rodriguez. All of them right-handed with Cole Irvin staying in the bullpen. But how long does the unit remain intact? While addressing th
O's pitching allows three runs on no hits in sixth as Blue Jays win 4-1 (updated)
Steve Melewski
Orioles
TORONTO – For an Orioles team that had been playing so well in moving into first place in the American League East, this night was a stark contrast to many recent ones. O’s pitching and defense allowed Toronto to score three runs on no hits in the last of the sixth to break a 1-1 tie. And the Blue Jays went on to beat the Orioles 4-1 at Rogers Cent
O's game blog: A chance for another AL East series win
Steve Melewski
Orioles
TORONTO – The Orioles are unbeaten at the Rogers Centre this year, going 5-0 thus far in a ballpark where the 2018 Orioles went 0-10. A win tonight would give Baltimore another series win in the third game of this four-game series between American League East rivals.  The Orioles pulled out a close win on Monday, taking the opener 4-2, and last nig
Jack Flaherty joins the O's roster, set to start tomorrow in Toronto
Steve Melewski
Orioles
TORONTO – Acquired by the Orioles just ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline for three minor league players, right-hander Jack Flaherty was activated and joined the Orioles today. He will make his debut with his new club in Thursday’s series finale in Toronto at 3:07 p.m. “It’s awesome. These guys have been playing unbelievable for them to be in first
Baker optioned to Triple-A Norfolk (plus Orioles lineup and notes - updated)
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
Jack Flaherty has joined the Orioles after yesterday’s trade with the Cardinals, and reliever Bryan Baker is optioned to Triple-A Norfolk as the corresponding move. Flaherty is wearing No. 15. Baker has registered a 3.64 ERA and 1.310 WHIP in 45 appearances, and he’s averaging 5.1 walks per nine innings. He spent the entire 2022 season with the Ori
Orioles activate Flaherty, option Baker
MASN Staff
Orioles
The Orioles have made the following roster moves: Activated RHP Jack Flaherty. He will wear No. 15.Optioned RHP Bryan Baker to Triple-A Norfolk.
Nats storm back to win, then release Dickerson and option García
Mark Zuckerman
Nationals
As he stepped to the plate in the bottom of the ninth, the bases loaded with teammates, the tying run on third, the winning run on second, Alex Call visualized what he hoped would happen next. "Line drive to right-center," the Nationals center fielder said with a laugh. "But we won, so that's all that matters." Yes, they did. By a 3-2 margin over t
Nats get a look at another lefty with latest bullpen move
Mark Zuckerman
Masn
The Nationals made another change to their ever-changing bullpen today, adding recently acquired left-hander Robert Garcia to the mix and optioning right-hander Hobie Harris to Triple-A Rochester. Garcia was just claimed off waivers from the Marlins on Tuesday, a lower-profile transaction on trade deadline day that nevertheless could have some shor