Jones on his struggles and Reimold's departure
Jones on his struggles and Reimold's departure
Steve Melewski
Orioles
Even though Corey Patterson had not yet arrived when the media was allowed in the Orioles clubhouse today, Nolan Reimold was already gone. He was hitting just .205 in 25 games. Not far from where Reimold had his locker, Adam Jones talked about Reimold's departure. "It's kind of sad. Everybody knows the process of getting sent down, you have to go down there and work your way back here. There is no other outlook on it. "I'm just hearing it, wow. Let it sink, in. Wow. That's part...
More Trembley and Bowie result
More Trembley and Bowie result
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
It sounds like Corey Patterson will get a chance to seize the leadoff role when he's in the lineup, though manager Dave Trembley wasn't ready to make any grand declarations without first speaking to the outfielder. "We need to get somebody to spark our offense," Trembley said. "I'm not putting it all on Corey, but he has been a leadoff guy in the past. He was playing very well in Triple-A. Nolan (Reimold) wasn't playing well here. "It's unfortunate that these things happen, but they...
P-Nats progress for Fabian and Frias
P-Nats progress for Fabian and Frias
Byron Kerr
Nationals
I had a chance to visit with Potomac Nationals pitching coach Paul Menhart and we talked about a few of his pitchers this season and how they are doing. Menhart, as you know, was the pitching coach for Stephen Strasburg during the Arizona Fall League and has been working with the Nats younger pitchers for years. We began with a focus on a pair of Dominican righthanders: Robinson Fabian and Marcos Frias. 21-year old Frias is a 6'2", 190 pound right hander out of Los Llanos, Dominican...
Pre-game Trembley & Mariners lineup
Pre-game Trembley & Mariners lineup
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
Manager Dave Trembley was in a solemn mood as he met with reporters before the game. Trembley is still waiting for Corey Patterson to arrive at the ballpark. Nolan Reimold already had left the clubhouse. "We'll try to get him some success in Triple-A, and hopefully his stay in Triple-A isn't very long," Trembley said. "We held on as long as we possibly could with him. This was a discussion that had been going on for a while. I was hoping that he was going to hit himself through it, but...
Marquis: "I will be out 8-10 weeks"
Marquis: "I will be out 8-10 weeks"
Byron Kerr
Nationals
Potomac Nationals pitching coach Paul Menhart gave me some quick insight on veteran Nats pitcher Jason Marquis and his outing Tuesday in Woodbridge. Jason told the media today it is a strong possibility he will need surgery to clean up bone chips in his elbow. He said he felt a lot of pain this morning and expects to be out 8 to 10 weeks. Menhart on Jason Marquis' pitching Tuesday in Woodbridge: "His velocity was not quite there from what I remembered from the past. He told me he...
Roberts headed to 60-day disabled list (w/Orioles lineup)
Roberts headed to 60-day disabled list (w/Orioles lineup)
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
Second baseman Brian Roberts told MASNsports.com today that the Orioles are transferring him to the 60-day disabled list. I assume the move is being made to clear room on the 40-man roster for Corey Patterson. Roberts mentioned yesterday that he might begin small baseball-related activities by the end of the week, but he's not close to getting back in the lineup. He hasn't played since the April 9 home opener against Toronto. You can check out Roberts' video blog. He'll discuss this...
Early hitting, early exit
Early hitting, early exit
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
The Orioles are taking early batting practice today, and the group includes outfielder Lou Montanez, who isn't packing his bags and meeting up with the Triple-A Norfolk Tides in Syracuse, N.Y. Sorry, Nolan Reimold, but your time is up. And the only parting gift is an extra Brian Matusz T-shirt. Reimold will be the casualty when Corey Patterson is added to the 25-man roster. Maybe he can find his stroke, the way Chris Tillman rediscovered his command with the Tides, and make it back here in a...
Getting to know Patterson - again
Getting to know Patterson - again
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
Corey Patterson is more than just the older brother of Oakland's Eric Patterson. Here's a refresher to go with your lunch: The Cubs selected Patterson with the third overall pick in the 1998 draft. He's a career .252 hitter in 10 major league seasons with five teams. He turns 31 in August. The Orioles acquired Patterson from the Cubs in January 2006 for minor leaguers Nate Spears and Carlos Perez. He hit .276 with 19 doubles, five triples, 16 homers, 53 RBIs, 45 stolen bases and a .757...
Wired Wednesday and Covering the Bases (Updated)
Wired Wednesday and Covering the Bases (Updated)
Josh Land
Nationals
This week, MASN will wire Willie Harris for the rubber match against the Mets. Full of personality, Harris is always entertaining when wired, so don't miss this special feature. Nats Xtra begins at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday. On Thursday, MASN will Cover the Bases with veteran catcher Iván Rodriguez. Bob, Rob and Debbi will review Pudge's phenomenal career and talk to coaches and players about his hot start to the 2010 season. The Nationals take on the Rockies at 8:40...
This and that
This and that
Byron Kerr
Nationals
A few quick hit notes to finish out the evening... Jason Marquis struggled in his rehab start in Woodbridge as Potomac fell to Winston-Salem 8-5. Marquis allowed 6 hits and 3 earned runs over 3 2/3. Jason threw 54 pitches and 36 for strikes. Marquis has been on the disabled list since April with bone chips in his elbow. Former National Ryan Langerhans hit a homer for the Mariners at Camden Yards in their 5-1 win over the Orioles. Nationals starter Craig Stammen told me he will try to...