Kids Eat Free returns
MASN Staff
Nationals
The Washington Nationals today announced the return of Kids Eat Free, the popular first-of-its-kind program that debuted to rave reviews in 2019. Kids ages 12 and under can receive a free meal including a hot dog, choice of chips or applesauce, and bottled water or apple juice at all Nationals home games beginning Monday, June 27 (7:05 PM vs. PIT)
Cowser, Mayo and Norby advance, plus Orioles-Mariners notes
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
Minors Monday brought another round of prospect promotions this afternoon. The Orioles have moved outfielder Colton Cowser and infielders Coby Mayo and Connor Norby from high Single-A Aberdeen to Double-A Bowie. Sixteen of the organization’s top 17 prospects per MLBPipeline.com are playing at the Double-A level or higher. Outfielder Heston Kjerstad
Jim Callis: Why O's could go Termarr Johnson at No. 1.
Steve Melewski
Orioles
At a time when the Orioles are making real progress on the field and getting better in front of our eyes, another chance to greatly improve the organization is just around the corner. The 20-round 2022 First-Year Player Draft will be held July 17-19, providing a great chance for the Orioles to add to the so-called elite talent pipeline. It's produc
On Soto's walks, umps' mistake and Escobar's absence
Mark Zuckerman
Nationals
ARLINGTON, Texas – In discussing Juan Soto’s struggles with runners in scoring position prior to Sunday’s game, Davey Martinez mentioned the importance of the Nationals slugger “accepting his walks” and thus not trying too hard to drive in runs when presented with the opportunity. Wouldn’t you know Soto would wind up drawing four walks during Sunda
More leftovers for breakfast
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
CHICAGO - Jonathan Araúz had a special day for the Orioles in the final game of the series against the White Sox, his first hit with the club a home run. Special for sure, but not as unique as you might think. STATS research finds that 38 players since 1974 have homered for their first hit with the Orioles, the most recent before yesterday being ou
Tetreault continues surprising run by Nats rotation (updated)
Mark Zuckerman
Nationals
ARLINGTON, Texas – Jackson Tetreault made his major league debut 12 days ago not necessarily based on performance, but more so based on the Nationals’ desperate need for a fill-in starter who was on schedule. Tetreault, who owned a 4.19 ERA at Triple-A Rochester, fit the bill and thus was summoned to face a Braves lineup that pounded him for seven
Orioles can't solve Cease and winning streak snapped (updated)
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
CHICAGO – Dylan Cease struck out five of the first six Orioles this afternoon, plate umpire Junior Valentine giving Cease a call on a low fastball that angered Adley Rutschman and signaling that it could be a long day. Gilman-product Gavin Floyd hit a two-run homer in the second, the first deficit for the Orioles since Tuesday. The four-game winnin
O's game blog: Looking for a sweep in Chicago
Steve Melewski
Masn
When this Orioles series in Chicago began, the team had not posted a four-game win streak since the end of the 2020 season. Today, the O's seek a five-game streak and a four-game sweep on the road against the White Sox – which would be their first four-game sweep at Chicago since 1995. Baltimore's pitching has led the way to 4-0, 4-1 and 6-2 wins i
Updating Bradish, Odor and Mancini, plus the quest for .500
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
CHICAGO – Orioles rookie Kyle Bradish is optimistic that he can pitch again after his 15 days expire on the injured list. Manager Brandon Hyde thinks it will be close to the date, if not hitting it exactly. Bradish is eligible to return on July 6. For now, he’s shut down with inflammation in his right shoulder. “I’d say Monday on the off day, it ki
Soto back in 2-spot, now trying to solve RISP woes
Mark Zuckerman
Nationals
ARLINGTON, Texas – Nine days ago, in the opener of their doubleheader against the Phillies, the Nationals tried to mount a bottom-of-the-ninth rally. Trailing by two runs, the bottom of the order got two men on base with one out, turning the lineup over and giving better hitters a chance to pull it off. But then Lane Thomas grounded out, César Hern