<?xml version="1.0" encoding="iso-8859-1"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Orioleshome News</title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com</link><description>Baltimore Orioles Fans Website</description><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Royals Preview 2009-05-17]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-royals-preview-2530.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even Baltimore's lowly pitching staff has managed to shut down struggling Kansas City. The Royals haven't even faced the Orioles' most consistent starter yet.After faltering at the plate yet again, the stumbling Royals face dependable Orioles rookie Koji ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 3, Royals 2]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-3-royals-2.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rich Hill took a giant step toward forgetting his disappointing 2008 season.Hill came off the disabled list to pitch into the sixth inning, picking up his first victory in more than a year as the Baltimore Orioles beat the slumping Kansas City Royals 3-2 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hill returns from DL to lift Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/hill-returns-from-dl-to-lift-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rich Hill came off the disabled list to pitch into the sixth inning, picking up his first victory in more than a year as the Baltimore Orioles beat the slumping Kansas City Royals 3-2 on Saturday night.Hill, who had been out with a strained left elbow, li]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles activate Hill, send Scott to DL]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-activate-hill-send-scott-to-dl.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Baltimore Orioles activated left-hander Rich Hill from the disabled list to start Saturday against the Kansas City Royals.The Orioles also placed outfielder Luke Scott on the 15-day DL with a strained left shoulder.Hill had been on the disabled list w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2534.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After roughly five days of hiding the obvious, manager Dave Trembley confirmed Rich Hill as Saturday's starter. But the corresponding roster move was left up in the air. Hill, 29, has been on rehab assignment with Class AAA Norfolk after missing the first]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2535.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Matt Wieters homered Friday, his third longball in 24 hours with the Class AAA Norfolk Tides. Wieters, the top position prospect in all of baseball, should be recalled in the next month. --OF Nolan Reimold was in the lineup Thursday, making his major ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2536.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Cesar Izturis struggled in his second straight day as the No. 2 hitter. One day after going 3-for-5, Izturis struck out three times against Royals ace RHP Zack Greinke. --INF Robert Andino pinch-hit for 3B Melvin Mora in the eighth inning and took th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wedge & Associates]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/wedge-associates.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[I don't blame Eric Wedge for everything that is wrong with theIndians. I don't even blame theIndians' manager for much of what is wrong with the team that took the field Thursday night against Tampa Bay with a 13-22 record, worst in the American League.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recapturing that feeling ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/recapturing-that-feeling-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Joe Smith]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2529.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 10:00:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Matt Wieters homered Friday, his third longball in 24 hours with the Class AAA Norfolk Tides. Wieters, the top position prospect in all of baseball, should be recalled in the next month. --OF Nolan Reimold was in the lineup Thursday, making his major ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sonnanstine takes step back in Rays' loss ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sonnanstine-takes-step-back-in-rays-loss-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Starter pulled before recording an out in third inning of 7-5 loss.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2523.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Hendrickson is finally where manager Dave Trembley wants him: at the front of the bullpen, rather than the back of the rotation. The Orioles announced before Thursday's series opener in Kansas City that their 6-foot-9 left-hander would be available a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2524.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Nolan Reimold was in the lineup Thursday, making his major league debut less than 24 hours after being recalled from Class AAA Norfolk. Reimold started in left, batting seventh, and went 1-for-5 with his first big-league hit: a seventh-inning single.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2525.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Adam Jones was not in the lineup Thursday after straining his right hamstring in Wednesday's loss to the Rays. Felix Pie, who has been day-to-day with food poisoning, replaced Jones in center field. --SS Cesar Izturis batted second Thursday for the s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Royals Preview 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-royals-preview-2526.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Though he suffered his first loss of the season his last time out, Zack Greinke was just as dominant as he's been all year.Mired in a season-high six-game slide, the Kansas City Royals turn to their ace Friday night when they continue a four-game series w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 9, Royals 5]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-9-royals-5.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The losses piling up, injuries mounting, the Baltimore Orioles needed to find some way, any way, to win on the road.A trip to Kauffman Stadium was all it took.Cesar Izturis and Nick Markakis each drove in three runs and the Orioles won again in their favo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Royals Preview 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-royals-preview-2528.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After generating minimal offense and failing to win a game on a disastrous road trip, the Kansas City Royals are likely excited about returning home.The Royals look to get their offense back in gear and win their seventh consecutive home game for the firs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RAYS-ORIOLES ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/rays-orioles-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SERIES SCHEDULE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2514.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Robert Andino had to have all his gloves ready Wednesday. Andino was the lone non-catcher available on the bench, alongside Gregg Zaun, who got the night off behind the plate before flying out as a pinch hitter in the eighth inning. --LHP Mark Hendr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2515.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Adam Jones left the game in the fourth inning because of a right hamstring strain. Jones was 2-for-3 with an RBI before being removed for pinch runner Felix Pie and is considered day-to-day. --OF Felix Pie left the team Wednesday to see a doctor afte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2516.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Felix Pie wasn't at full strength. Luke Scott couldn't swing a bat. Lou Montanez is still battling a nagging thumb injury but was in the starting lineup Wednesday. Adam Jones left Wednesday's game with a hamstring strain. The injury bug has devoured the O]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Royals Preview 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-royals-preview-2517.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After generating minimal offense and failing to win a game on a disastrous road trip, the Kansas City Royals are likely excited about returning home.The Royals look to get their offense back in gear and win their seventh consecutive home game for the firs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[With outfielders hurting, O's summon Reimold]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/with-outfielders-hurting-o-s-summon-reimold.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unsure about the status of two injured outfielders, the Baltimore Orioles will recall prospect Nolan Reimold from Triple-A Norfolk before they open a four-game series in Kansas City on Thursday.Right-hander Bob McCrory was optioned to Norfolk after Wednes]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays use four-run 9th to outlast Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/rays-use-four-run-9th-to-outlast-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Troy Percival watched the Tampa Bay Rays erupt for four ninth-inning runs and knew he wouldn't be pitching in a save situation. Then the veteran closer felt stronger than he had in two years, only to almost cough up a lopsided lead.Willie Aybar hit a tieb]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles' Jones departs with hamstring injury]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-jones-departs-with-hamstring-injury.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Orioles center fielder Adam Jones left Wednesday night's game against the Tampa Bay Rays in the fourth inning with a mild right hamstring strain.After tying it at 2 with an RBI single down the first-base line, Jones was replaced by pinch-runner Felix Pie,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Outfielders Pie, Scott sidelined for Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/outfielders-pie-scott-sidelined-for-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Orioles outfielders Felix Pie and Luke Scott were unavailable Wednesday night against Tampa Bay, leaving Baltimore manager Dave Trembley with a two-man bench.Pie said he had a case of food poisoning that caused him to leave Tuesday's game after three inni]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2504.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Mark Hendrickson was rocked in two innings Tuesday, allowing six hits and five earned runs. The journeyman may lose his rotation slot if LHP Rich Hill returns this week. --OF Lou Montanez kept his grasp on the starting left field job Tuesday, even i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2505.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Rich Hill threw a side session Tuesday afternoon on the heels of six strong innings of rehab Sunday. Hill possibly could start Saturday in Kansas City should he be activated, which depends on how he feels Wednesday after Tuesday's side session. --OF]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2506.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No news wasn't good news for the Orioles on Tuesday. It was fantastic news. Luke Scott's shoulder injury was deemed a sprain, a minor ailment compared to the potential tear Scott envisioned after injuring his left shoulder Sunday afternoon. The magnetic r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sonnanstine, Rays in reverse ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sonnanstine-rays-in-reverse-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By MARC TOPKIN]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blood vessel could KO Joba ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/blood-vessel-could-ko-joba-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yankees NOTEBOOK]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Orioles Preview 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/rays-orioles-preview-2509.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The way Baltimore's Adam Jones is hitting against them, the Tampa Bay Rays are probably grateful that after Wednesday they won't be facing their AL East rival again for a few months.Jones and the Orioles look to complete a two-game sweep of the Rays in th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jonesing for Home Runs ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/jonesing-for-home-runs-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 12, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 7, Rays 5]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-7-rays-5.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam Jones has been hitting the ball solidly all season, as evidenced by his impressive .363 batting average.As if that isn't enough, Baltimore's rapidly improving center fielder has added a jolt of power to his swing.Jones slammed two home runs for the f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jones powers Orioles past Rays]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/jones-powers-orioles-past-rays.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam Jones hit two home runs for the first time in his career and drove in four runs, leading the Baltimore Orioles to a 7-5 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night.Jones hit a solo shot in the first inning and a three-run drive in the second. Bo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2495.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Jamie Walker is struggling at his lone task: getting tough left-handed hitters out. Lefties are hitting .364 in 11 at-bats against the Oriole' situational reliever. --INF Ty Wigginton pinch-hit for OF Luke Scott and was hit by a pitch Sunday. At lea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2496.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Monday was full of questions for the Orioles but devoid of answers. How did Luke Scott's MRI turn out? Will he be forced to the disabled list by a bad shoulder? Who will take his spot? Does promising Nolan Reimold get a shot? The Orioles could go a number]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2497.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Aubrey Huff ripped a three-run home run in the first inning Sunday, a lead that would stand into the seventh inning. Huff mocked Yankees RHP Joba Chamberlain, pumping his fist in Chamberlain-like fashion as he rounded first base and repeating the mot]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's how easy it would be to replace Big Papi]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/here-s-how-easy-it-would-be-to-replace-big-papi.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although his arctic start won't cause the Red Sox to panic, replacing David Ortiz would be easier than you think, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[News, thoughts and observations ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/news-thoughts-and-observations-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 11, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --BY ADAM RONIS]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Orioles Preview 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/rays-orioles-preview-2500.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rain shortened Mark Hendrickson's most promising start since joining the Baltimore Orioles. He'll try to build on that performance when he faces the only team he's beaten this season.Hendrickson and the Orioles continue a seven-game homestand Tuesday when]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Freel gives Cubs some infield help ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/freel-gives-cubs-some-infield-help-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MILWAUKEE ? TheCubs didn?t view Joey Gathright as a superfluous piece when they signed him in December. But that?s what Gathright turned out to be, so general manager Jim Hendry dealt him Friday to the Baltimore Orioles for infielder-outfielder Ryan Freel]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walking wounded: wild ride continues ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/walking-wounded-wild-ride-continues-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MILWAUKEE ? TheCubs? injury journey took three different twists and turns Saturday. Buckle up:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2503.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The dish]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2486.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF/DH Luke Scott left Sunday's game with a bruised left shoulder, suffered while diving back to first base after singling in his first at-bat. Scott, who was replaced by Ty Wigginton, said after the game that he "hyperextended" a rotator cuff muscle and]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2487.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rich Hill might be close to returning to Baltimore. The inconsistent left-hander threw 95 pitches in six scoreless innings at Class AAA Norfolk Sunday afternoon, and could return from his elbow soreness later this week. Manager Dave Trembley was aware of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2488.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Aubrey Huff ripped a three-run home run in the first inning, a lead that would stand into the seventh inning. Huff mocked Yankees RHP Joba Chamberlain, pumping his fist in Chamberlain-like fashion as he rounded first base, and repeating the motion as]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Today's game recaps -- May 10 ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/today-s-game-recaps-may-10-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 10, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --The Triple-A Norfolk Tides defeated the Buffalo Bisons, but the Double-A Bowie Baysox fell to the Erie SeaWolves for the third consecutive game.The Single-A Frederick Keys put on a power display in their ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Damon's HR lifts Yankees to series win]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/damon-s-hr-lifts-yankees-to-series-win.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After Aubrey Huff had his fun at the expense of Joba Chamberlain, the New York Yankees got in the last word against the Baltimore Orioles.Johnny Damon hit a three-run homer in the seventh inning, the biggest blow in a long-ball attack that carried New Yor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gameday Live 31: Yankees at Orioles ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/gameday-live-31-yankees-at-orioles-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 10, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Got a bad feeling about this ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/got-a-bad-feeling-about-this-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 10, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --Sorry to be fatalistic, but theOrioles have had a number of opportunities to take advantage of a very vulnerable Joba Chamberlain. Melvin Mora got himself picked off first base while Chamberlain was on th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE BASEBALL]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/inside-baseball.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's easy to take the Chicago Cubs' starting rotation for granted, as it has been amazingly steady the last few years. Entering the weekend, Cubs starting pitchers had worked six-plus innings 22 times, three more than any other team in the majors. The tea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees-Orioles Preview 2009-05-10]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/yankees-orioles-preview-2494.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After one of their worst pitching performances of the season, the last thing the New York Yankees need is to lose Joba Chamberlain.Slipping closer to last place in the AL East, the Yankees may have to scratch their most consistent starting pitcher Sunday ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees-Orioles Preview 2009-05-10]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/yankees-orioles-preview-2478.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After one of their worst pitching performances of the season, the last thing the New York Yankees need is to lose Joba Chamberlain.Slipping closer to last place in the AL East, the Yankees may have to scratch their most consistent starting pitcher Sunday ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gameday Live 30: Yankees at Orioles ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/gameday-live-30-yankees-at-orioles-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 9, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles erupt against Hughes, Yanks]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-erupt-against-hughes-yanks.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Held to four singles one night earlier by CC Sabathia, the Baltimore Orioles bounced back in spectacular fashion against New York Yankees right-hander Phil Hughes.Aubrey Huff hit a three-run homer off Hughes during an eight-run second inning, and the Orio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Last Night's Action: Yanks Get Money's Worth ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/last-night-s-action-yanks-get-money-s-worth-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 9, 2009 (Gothamist delivered byNewstex) -- Yankees 4, Orioles 0: For a team that hadn't held a lead since Saturday, Alex Rodriguez's first at-bat presented a great opportunity. He came up with two runners on and one out in the first inning, and he did]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2482.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Felix Pie has even more competition now that OF Joey Gathright is in the mix. The former Cub will head to Class-AAA Norfolk, but provides another athletic, defense-first speedster should the Orioles need depth. --2B Brian Roberts went 2-for-3 with a ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2483.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Dennis Sarfate will be unavailable to the Orioles for "a while," according to manager Dave Trembley. However, the numbness in his right middle finger is not career-threatening. --RHP Jeremy Guthrie was strong in a loss Friday, allowing the only runs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2484.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Freel got his wish: he's no longer an Oriole. The versatile veteran, who was injured while diving back to a base last month just days after coming public about his disdain for riding the bench, was dealt to the Chicago Cubs Friday for minor league ou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A-Rod's HR sent a clear message to the East 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/a-rod-s-hr-sent-a-clear-message-to-the-east-2485.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A-Rod's homer in his first at-bat of the year led to a Yanks win Friday. Bob Klapisch says it also sent a message to the AL East.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2469.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Felix Pie has even more competition now that OF Joey Gathright is in the mix. 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The versatile veteran, who was injured while diving back to a base last month just days after coming public about his disdain for riding the bench, was dealt to the Chicago Cubs Friday for minor league ou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees 4, Orioles 0]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/yankees-4-orioles-0.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Amid all the chatter about his steroid use, hip injury, Madonna and big-money contract, one thing about Alex Rodriguez is indisputable: his ability to play the game of baseball at the absolute highest level.Rodriguez trumpeted his return to the Yankees by]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A-Rod's HR sent a clear message to the East]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/a-rod-s-hr-sent-a-clear-message-to-the-east.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A-Rod's homer in his first at-bat of the year led to a Yanks win Friday. Bob Klapisch says it also sent a message to the AL East.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MacPhail explains trade ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/macphail-explains-trade-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --Orioles president of Baseball operations Andy MacPhail said that it took about four days for the deal to come together between the O's andCubs that sent Ryan Freel to Chicago for outfielder Joey Gathright.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Freel dealt to Cubs ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/freel-dealt-to-cubs-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --This just in from Orioles beat reporters Jeff Zrebiec and Dan Connolly. Andy MacPhail has pulled off another deal with theChicagoCubs, sending disgruntled utilityman Ryan Freel to Chicago for speedy outfie]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sabathia earns his keep ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sabathia-earns-his-keep-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --CC Sabathia went all the way tonight, giving up just four hits and striking out eight on the way to a 4-0 victory at Camden Yards. It was his second scoreless start of the year -- the other a 7 2/3-inning,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees-Orioles Preview 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/yankees-orioles-preview-2477.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Yankees are going to need more than a healthy Alex Rodriguez to meet their lofty expectations but they are instantly better with the three-time MVP back in their lineup.After a triumphant season debut, Rodriguez tries to lead the Yankees to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2460.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:55:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF/OF Ryan Freel may be nearing the end of his time with the Orioles. 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The Orioles right-hander will undergo an angiogram Friday morning, hoping to find the cause of numbness in his right middle finger. The team hopes to have the results by the weekend. Sarfate, 28, left an outing in T]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stop-start loss still irritates Minnesota Twins' manager ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/stop-start-loss-still-irritates-minnesota-twins-manager-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:55:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BALTIMORE -- The memory of Sept. 30 played a big role in Ron Gardenhire's anger on May 6.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees-Orioles Preview 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/yankees-orioles-preview-2464.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:55:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One of the major leagues' premiere right-handed hitters is set to serve a long suspension for drug use. Fortunately for the New York Yankees, that player is not Alex Rodriguez.A day after baseball suffered another black eye due to a player testing positiv]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Melvin's monster shot ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/melvin-s-monster-shot-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:55:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 7, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --TheOrioles fell behind by a run in the top of the second inning on an RBI single by Twins outfielder Michael Cuddyer, but Melvin Mora launched a game-tying shot into the upper bullpen off starting pitcher ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[O's get unlikely help to beat Twins]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/o-s-get-unlikely-help-to-beat-twins.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:55:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A .154 hitter drove in the go-ahead run, the slumping third baseman homered and scored twice, and the struggling closer sealed the victory with a solid inning of work.Relying on an unlikely cast of stars, the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Minnesota Twins]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2467.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:55:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The dish]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: A-Rod expected back for Yanks on Friday]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/report-a-rod-expected-back-for-yanks-on-friday.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:55:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The plan is for Alex Rodriguez to be in the Yankees lineup as the third baseman Friday night in Baltimore, the New York Post has learned.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays offense shows spark ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/rays-offense-shows-spark-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Upton, Navarro star in comeback victory.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ron Gardenhire rages after Minnesota Twins end up on short end against Baltimore Orioles ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/ron-gardenhire-rages-after-minnesota-twins-end-up-on-short-end-against-baltimore-orioles-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BALTIMORE -- Somewhere between downpour and deluge, Ron Gardenhire believes theTwins got hosed.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-05-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2453.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' plan is to build around pitching and defense. Right now, they have neither. The club entered 2009 with the stigma of a terrible pitching staff looming large, but the defense was supposed to be strong. Thus far, only the Nationals have a worse]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-05-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2454.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Rich Hill will make his next rehab start Sunday with Class AAA Norfolk. Hill's goal is to reach 95 pitches with efficiency, at which point in time the Orioles would consider activating him. Baltimore manager Dave Trembley said Hill is "getting close]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-05-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2455.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis started a new streak Wednesday. A day after failing to reach base for the first time in 36 games, Markakis homered in the first inning, going 2-for-3 to raise his average to .364. --OF Felix Pie started in left field Wednesday night, ag]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins-Orioles Preview 2009-05-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/twins-orioles-preview-2456.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Minnesota Twins and Baltimore Orioles are playing a relatively short series. Even their first contest was pared down.After their first matchup was cut short due to rain, the weather in Baltimore is expected to clear up as the Twins try to avoid being ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles survive 4 rain delays, beat Twins]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-survive-4-rain-delays-beat-twins.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Baltimore Orioles were happy to get a win, even if it meant waiting through four rain delays totaling nearly four hours.Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire was furious about being forced to endure a scenario that caused 87 minutes of playing time t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2 father figures play big role in Greinke's success]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/2-father-figures-play-big-role-in-greinke-s-success.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Zack Greinke needed it the most, an "old-school baseball lifer" stepped up to help revive his career, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Today's game previews -- May 6 ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/today-s-game-previews-may-6-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 6, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --The Triple-A Norfolk Tides and Single-A Frederick Keys are scheduled for one game tonight, while the Double-A Bowie Baysox and Single-A Delmarva Shorebirds each will play a doubleheader.For the next few ni]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2443.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Adam Jones was the lone Oriole with more than one hit Tuesday. Jones was 2-for-4 with a strikeout, and he committed his first error of the season on a wild throw. --RHP Brandon Erbe was placed on Class AA Bowie's seven-day disabled list with "shoulde]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2444.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles stayed with 12 pitchers when 3B Melvin Mora returned from the disabled list, and may do so until they determine who will play left field full-time. Rookie Brad Bergesen brought some needed stability to the rotation. PLAYER NEWS: --RF Nick Mark]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2445.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gregg Zaun's first month in his return to Baltimore wasn't pretty. May is looking much better. But unfortunately for Zaun, his performance means nothing in terms of his future playing time. Zaun could bat .500 for the rest of the month, and the Orioles ar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins-Orioles Preview 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/twins-orioles-preview-2446.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kevin Slowey has benefited from outstanding run support this season. The Minnesota Twins' last starter wasn't so fortunate.After being shut out for the second time in 2009, the Twins look to continue their success at the plate when Slowey starts as they o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who should close for the Orioles right now? ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/who-should-close-for-the-orioles-right-now-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 5, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --A few more days like Tuesday and were going to have to build that outdoor crab deck after all.I definitely would have had the funds if I had only left that $20 on Mine That Bird instead of pulling it at th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upton breaks out of slump to lift Rays past Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/upton-breaks-out-of-slump-to-lift-rays-past-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If anyone could appreciate how B.J. Upton felt, it was Dioner Navarro."I feel like I haven't been contributing offensively," Upton said Tuesday after his seventh-inning double ended an 0-for-20 skid - longest of his career - and helped the Tampa Bay Rays ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain postpones all games in O's system ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/rain-postpones-all-games-in-o-s-system-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 4, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --For the second time already this season, there won't be any game recaps because inclement weather forced the postponement of all the games involving teams in theOrioles' minor league system.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Rays Preview 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-rays-preview-2450.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In his last start, Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Matt Garza took a perfect game into the seventh inning.While it's a long shot he'll have similar results in his next outing, the Rays nonetheless can expect a strong performance if his history against the Baltimor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira's struggle has a familiar ring to it]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/teixeira-s-struggle-has-a-familiar-ring-to-it.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's too soon to panic, but Mark Teixeira couldn't even hit his weight during A-Rod's absence, Mike Vaccaro says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2436.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles stayed with 12 pitchers when 3B Melvin Mora returned from the disabled list, and may do so until they determine who will play left field full-time. Rookie Brad Bergesen brought some needed stability to the rotation. PLAYER NEWS: --RHP Danys Ba]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2437.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There was no save situation, but manager Dave Trembley left no doubt. George Sherrill is his closer. A day after suggesting the team would go with the hot hand in the ninth inning, Trembley handed the ball to Sherrill with a four-run lead. The All-Star lo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2438.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Melvin Mora batted fourth Monday, flipping slots in the order with 1B Aubrey Huff. Manager Dave Trembley will bat the right-handed hitting Mora in the cleanup spot against tough lefties. --RHP Dennis Sarfate was placed on the disabled list Sunday wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Rays Preview 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-rays-preview-2439.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In his last start, Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Matt Garza took a perfect game into the seventh inning.While it's a long shot he'll have similar results in his next outing, the Rays nonetheless can expect a strong performance if his history against the Baltimor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don't expect the A's or M's to be sellers ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/don-t-expect-the-a-s-or-m-s-to-be-sellers-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Quit your drooling, baseball. The A's and M's aren't going to be sellers. Why? Ken Rosenthal says look no further than L.A.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roberts snaps slide as O's double up Rays]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/roberts-snaps-slide-as-o-s-double-up-rays.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nick Markakis stayed hot, Brian Roberts broke out of a slump and the Baltimore Orioles stopped their recent slide.Markakis hit a three-run homer and Roberts added a two-run shot to help the Orioles stop a six-game losing streak with an 8-4 victory over th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2442.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The dish]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[For Rios, that's more like it]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/for-rios-that-s-more-like-it.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball REPORTER]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jays sweep Orioles ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/jays-sweep-orioles-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Canadian Scott Richmond is providing a much-needed measure of stability in theTorontoBlueJays starting rotation behind ace Roy Halladay.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2428.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles stayed with 12 pitchers when 3B Melvin Mora returned from the disabled list, and may do so until they determine who will play left field full-time. Rookie Brad Bergesen brought some needed stability to the rotation. PLAYER NEWS: --RF Nick Mark]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2429.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Dennis Sarfate was placed on the disabled list Sunday with lingering numbness in the middle finger on his pitching hand. Sarfate was unavailable Saturday, and has generally struggled, pitching to a 6.39 ERA in eight appearances, before he left Frida]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2430.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Leads given to George Sherrill have been anything but guaranteed this season. Now, his role in the Orioles' bullpen isn't secure, either. After blowing his second save in three opportunities, Sherrill did not get a vote of confidence from manager Dave Tre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jays dominate Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/jays-dominate-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BOXSCORE: Orioles vs.Jays, S11]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plenty of surprises in Blue Jay tool box ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/plenty-of-surprises-in-blue-jay-tool-box-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Some words just go together, provide a perfect fit.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Today's game recaps -- May 3 ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/today-s-game-recaps-may-3-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 3, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --It was another day full of losses in theOrioles' minor league system.Only two of the four full-season teams in the organization played, but the Triple-A Norfolk Tides and Single-A Delmarva Shorebirds each ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are the Blue Jays this good? Are the Orioles this bad? ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/are-the-blue-jays-this-good-are-the-orioles-this-bad-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 3, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --I know Ive been doing this bar gig a while now, because today was my daughters second birthday. It seemed like just a few months ago I was writing about her first birthday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Blue Jays Preview 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-blue-jays-preview-2420.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 07:55:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Hill continues to have a fantastic start to the season for the Toronto Blue Jays. Matchups with the Baltimore Orioles have only helped.Hill, who has helped put the Blue Jays in position to sweep a series for the first time this year, looks to contin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hill rallies Jays past O's in extras]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/hill-rallies-jays-past-o-s-in-extras.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 07:55:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[George Sherrill hopes this is as bad as it gets for the struggling Baltimore Orioles.Aaron Hill hit an RBI single in the 11th inning to give the Toronto Blue Jays a 5-4 victory Saturday, sending the Orioles to their fifth straight loss.Baltimore has led i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2422.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 07:55:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Nolan Reimold could be on his way to Baltimore soon. During an in-game interview on MASN, manager Dave Trembley said the club has sent its "main scouts" to Class AAA Norfolk to watch their hitting prospect, who has eight home runs. --LHP Jamie Walker]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2423.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 07:55:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With 3B Melvin Mora's return to the active roster, the Orioles decided to slice into the pitching staff. 3B Matt Albers was optioned to Class AAA Norfolk, leaving Baltimore with a 12-man pitching staff. 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Left field, middle relief and the bottom-third of the b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Blue Jays Preview 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-blue-jays-preview-2425.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 07:55:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the midst of a major overhaul of their banged-up starting rotation, the Toronto Blue Jays are still atop the AL East.With plenty of pitching problems of their own, it's no surprise the Baltimore Orioles are back at the bottom.The visiting Orioles will ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2411.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Nolan Reimold could be on his way to Baltimore soon. 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The team decided against demoting LF Lou Montanez or]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2413.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles entered the 2009 season knowing the rotation would be a trouble spot. But after three weeks, three other problem areas have come into view for Baltimore's coaching staff and front office. Left field, middle relief and the bottom-third of the b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jays get back on track]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/jays-get-back-on-track.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even when he gets in trouble early, Roy Halladay beats the Orioles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Blue Jays Preview 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-blue-jays-preview-2415.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the midst of a major overhaul of their banged-up starting rotation, the Toronto Blue Jays are still atop the AL East.With plenty of pitching problems of their own, it's no surprise the Baltimore Orioles are back at the bottom.The visiting Orioles will ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Halladay, Blue Jays roll past Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/halladay-blue-jays-roll-past-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After catching Roy Halladay for the past five years, Gregg Zaun got a different view of the Toronto ace on Friday night and quickly found he didn't much like it.Halladay won his ninth straight decision against the Baltimore Orioles and Kevin Millar drove ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles: Fun while it lasted ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-fun-while-it-lasted-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 1, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --Mark Hendrickson looked very good for the first three innings tonight at Rogers Centre, partly because he retired the first batter in each of those innings. He gave up a base hit to open the fourth inning ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dempsey endorses Pedro ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/dempsey-endorses-pedro-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 1, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --Moments ago on the MASN broadcast, O's Baseball analyst Rick Dempsey listed theOrioles as one of the teams that would benefit from signing free agent pitcher Pedro Martinez. In an exchange with play-by-pla]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2419.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The dish]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul Hagen: So far, no Rays of light for AL champ Tampa Bay ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/paul-hagen-so-far-no-rays-of-light-for-al-champ-tampa-bay-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[THEPhillies and Rays shared the World Series spotlight last autumn. Over the winter they shared the knowledge that, of the last six teams that had competed in the Fall Classic, only one as much as made it back to the playoffs the following year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2403.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Jamie Walker was fined an undisclosed amount by Major League Baseball for his comments criticizing plate umpire Angel Hernandez on Tuesday night. Walker questioned the motives behind Hernandez's balk call, suggesting Hernandez might have had a bet o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2404.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With 3B Melvin Mora's return to the active roster, the Orioles decided to slice into the pitching staff. 3B Matt Albers was optioned to Class AAA Norfolk, leaving Baltimore with a 12-man pitching staff. The team decided against demoting LF Lou Montanez or]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2405.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nick Markakis is not only driving in runs, he's also setting up runs. The fourth-year right fielder is batting .381, which ranks third in the American League. Early in his career, many onlookers, including hitting coach Terry Crowley, predicted a batting ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Blue Jays Preview 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-blue-jays-preview-2406.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Toronto Blue Jays have put together a strong opening month without facing an opponent from the powerful AL East, but their first division foe of the year doesn't appear all that imposing.After losing two straight for the first time this season, the Bl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BECKER BLOGS BASEBALL 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/becker-blogs-baseball-2407.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BALTIMORE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANGELS BACK NEAR NORMAL]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/angels-back-near-normal.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BALTIMORE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2409.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The dish]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles' Walker fined for criticizing umpire]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-walker-fined-for-criticizing-umpire.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles pitcher Jamie Walker was fined by the commissioner's office Thursday for criticizing umpire Angel Hernandez.Hernandez called a balk on Walker during the seventh inning of Tuesday night's 7-5 loss to the Los Angeles Angels at Camden Yards]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fading Rays routed by Twins]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/fading-rays-routed-by-twins.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROUNDUP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2394.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Koji Uehara was hit hard for back-to-back home runs in the seventh inning Wednesday. But he was hit hardest by a line drive in the same inning. Uehara was drilled in the chest by a Gary Matthews Jr. line drive and was pulled from the game as a result. X-r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2395.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Felix Pie is improving his defense in left field while continuing to struggle at the plate. Pie threw out Bobby Abreu at the plate in a game where he went 0-for-3 with a strikeout and two runners left on base, his average dipping to .157. --CF Adam J]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2396.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With 3B Melvin Mora's retrun to the active roster, the Orioles decided to slice into the pitching staff. 3B Matt Albers was optioned to Class AAA Norfolk, leaving Baltimore with a 12-man pitching staff. The team decided against demoting LF Lou Montanez or]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MIKE DiGIOVANNA / ON THE ANGELS]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/mike-digiovanna-/-on-the-angels.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Temperatures in Camden Yards dropped 28 degrees from game time Tuesday night to game time Wednesday, but on a gloomy, overcast, 54-degree afternoon, there was a warm and fuzzy feeling in the Angels' clubhouse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HE'S NO DICE-K... ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/he-s-no-dice-k-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 29, 2009 (Morning Call delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HE'S NO DICE-K...  2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/he-s-no-dice-k--2399.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 29, 2009 (Morning Call delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BECKER BLOGS BASEBALL]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/becker-blogs-baseball.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BALTIMORE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2401.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The dish]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2384.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Adam Jones is using the opposite field to his advantage, particularly at Camden Yards. The right-handed hitter slugged a solo shot to lead off the ninth inning onto the flag court in right field, his fourth homer of the season. --SS Cesar Izturis hit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2385.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With 3B Melvin Mora's retrun to the active roster, the Orioles decided to slice into the pitching staff. 3B Matt Albers was optioned to Class AAA Norfolk, leaving Baltimore with a 12-man pitching staff. The team decided against demoting LF Lou Montanez or]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2386.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Melvin Mora was supposed to be in Norfolk on Tuesday. 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Shortstop Erick Aybar took his eyes off a routine throw from first base, a mental gaffe that cost two runs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AMERICAN LEAGUE 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/american-league-2388.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There has been speculation that the torn chest muscle that sent Vladimir Guerrero to the disabled list April 18 will sideline him for much more than a month, with one Internet report claiming the injury can knock out NFL offensive linemen for entire seaso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[More on Maddux and Pedro ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/more-on-maddux-and-pedro-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 28, 2009 (Kansas City Star delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Orioles Preview 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/angels-orioles-preview-2390.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels aren't used to residing near the bottom of the AL West. The basement of the AL East, meanwhile, is becoming an all too familiar home for the Baltimore Orioles.The Angels seek their first three-game win streak of the season Wednesday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 7, Orioles 5]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/angels-7-orioles-5.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It took 19 games for the Los Angeles Angels to do something every other team in the majors had already accomplished: notch consecutive wins.Joe Saunders allowed two earned runs in six innings, Howie Kendrick homered, and the Angels beat the Baltimore Orio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels finally win two in a row]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/angels-finally-win-two-in-a-row.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Saunders allowed two earned runs in six innings, Howie Kendrick homered, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Baltimore Orioles 7-5 on Tuesday night to secure their first winning streak of the season.Kendry Morales had two doubles and two RBIs for the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2375.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Lou Montanez is likely to be optioned to Class AAA Norfolk when Melvin Mora returns from his injury Friday. The decision likely comes down to whether the club would like to keep a fifth outfielder or a 13th pitcher, and RHP Matt Albers may be more va]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2376.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles have decisions to make with 3B Melvin Mora's impending return to the active roster Friday. Does manager Dave Trembley end up with 12 or 13 pitchers? The Orioles could demote LF Lou Montanez or a long reliever, such as RHP Brian Bass, or try to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2377.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Albers might have been better off going under the knife. Albers, 26, who missed the second half of his first year in Baltimore with a torn labrum in his pitching shoulder, has struggled early in 2009 after opting to skip surgery and rehab the injury.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hunter bringing big game this year]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/hunter-bringing-big-game-this-year.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hypothetical question: Would it be easier to sneak past Torii Hunter with a hanging curveball or without saying hello?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Orioles Preview 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/angels-orioles-preview-2379.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Joe Saunders pitches against the Baltimore Orioles, the Los Angeles Angels usually do their best to support him.Saunders looks to improve to 5-0 in his career against Baltimore when the Angels open a two-game set Tuesday night at Camden Yards.This is]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Today's game previews -- April 27 ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/today-s-game-previews-april-27-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 27, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --The Double-A Bowie Baysox continue their road trip against the Erie SeaWolves, while the Single-A Frederick Keys travel to play the Winston-Salem Dash.The Single-A Delmarva Shorebirds return home to face]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strange first inning ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/strange-first-inning-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 27, 2009 (The Dallas Morning News delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Markakis and the honorary bat girl contest ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/nick-markakis-and-the-honorary-bat-girl-contest-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 27, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers rally to get past Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/rangers-rally-to-get-past-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Texas Rangers hadn't overcome a deficit of more than two runs this season, so when they fell behind by four in the second inning against Baltimore, two things had to happen: Matt Harrison needed to pitch better, and the potent Texas lineup had to star]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-04-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2366.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles have decisions to make with 3B Melvin Mora's impending return to the active roster Friday. Does manager Dave Trembley end up with 12 or 13 pitchers? The Orioles could demote LF Lou Montanez or a long reliever, such as RHP Brian Bass, or try to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2367.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Round 2 of the Brad Bergesen Experiment wasn't nearly as strong as the first. The Orioles prospect was pulled with nobody out and two runners on base in the fifth inning. In his second career start, Bergesen allowed five runs on 10 hits, including three h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2368.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF/INF Ryan Freel is expected to begin his rehab assignment at Class-A Delmarva on Monday. 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"We're different ballclubs, different s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bergeson's work cut out for him ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/bergeson-s-work-cut-out-for-him-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 26, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --NewOrioles pitcher Brad Bergesen looked very good against a strong Chicago White Sox lineup in his first major league start, but the Texas Rangers present an even stiffer challenge for a young starter wh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giambi, A's turn up power]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/giambi-a-s-turn-up-power.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROUNDUP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers-Orioles Preview 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/rangers-orioles-preview-2374.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In his major league debut Tuesday, Baltimore Orioles right-hander Brad Bergesen did not give up a hit in the first three innings and earned the win. 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He struck out Ian ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benson donates to Baltimore charities ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/benson-donates-to-baltimore-charities-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 24, 2009 (The Dallas Morning News delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2363.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis was hit on the left knee by a pitch in the seventh inning, the last pitch Texas starter Vicente Padilla would throw. 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It hardly mattered that Ian Kinsler got a two-out single in the ninth, because all the Baltimore Orioles closer needed was one more out to secure a victory.Problem was, Michael Young w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colon struggles again ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/colon-struggles-again-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheWhiteSox? promising road trip ended on a down note Thursday, and questions are undoubtedly being raised about the back end of the starting rotation.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Today's game previews -- April 24 ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/today-s-game-previews-april-24-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 24, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --Norfolk Tides (AAA)OpponentDurham Bulls (7:15 p.m.)Probable pitchersNorfolk: Chris Tillman (0-0, 2.25 ERA) Durham: James Houser (3-3, 2.86 ERA with the Double-A Montgomery Biscuits in 2008)Notes* Tillman]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yanks have a lot to prove this weekend]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/yanks-have-a-lot-to-prove-this-weekend.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Yanks are who we thought they were, they'll show it in Boston. 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The bench is th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2325.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brad Bergesen's No. 64 jersey had him looking out of place. His big league debut would suggest otherwise. Bergesen, 23, went 5 2/3 innings Tuesday, allowing just one earned run and four hits in the Orioles' 10-3 win against the Chicago White Sox. He left ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2326.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis recorded his second outfield assist of the season, throwing out Jermaine Dye at third base Tuesday. 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Losing pitcher: Uehara (2-1). Att: 37,869. RedSox manager Terry Francona had a choice - pitch Jo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lester regains winning formula]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/lester-regains-winning-formula.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Fenway has always been a hitters' park, but on these April afternoons with the wind blowing off the Atlantic, it can play as big as Yellowstone.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2315.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Big-league ballplayers are creatures of habit. They show up to the park in the mid-afternoon, loosen up in the late afternoon, play in the evening. 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All other teams showing interest in the Japanese import envisioned him as a long reliever. In Baltimore, Uehara isn't only a starter. He's the Orioles' best starter. Uehara, 34, pitched seven strong innings Sund]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saito better late than never]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/saito-better-late-than-never.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[From the moment he signed with the RedSox Jan. 10, Takashi Saito envisioned pitching in pressure-packed moments before a raucous Fenway Park crowd. 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a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lester bounces back as BoSox edge O's]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/lester-bounces-back-as-bosox-edge-o-s.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jon Lester pitched seven shutout innings to return to his winning form in Fenway Park, leading the Boston Red Sox to a 2-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.It was the fourth straight victory for the Red Sox, who can complete a sweep of the fou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Red Sox Preview 2009-04-19]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-red-sox-preview-2295.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A timely three-game winning streak has pulled the Boston Red Sox out of last place and given them some confidence after a surprisingly poor start.A strong performance from Jon Lester would make them feel even better.Lester will try to rebound from a pair 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Those really are the Orioles at the top of the AL East and the RedSox at the bottom.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2286.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Freel is accepting of his position with the Orioles. But the club needs to keep winning, or the utility man might become a distraction in the clubhouse. Freel, acquired from Cincinnati in December, met with club president Andy MacPhail before Wednesd]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2287.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Danys Baez looked visibly shaken upon hitting Red Sox hitter Kevin Youkilis in the head with a fastball Friday night. 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Drew, to defeat the Baltimore Orioles 10-8."We have the ability to have two]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles: Freel starting in left ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-freel-starting-in-left-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 17, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --Ryan Freel will start in left field for the Orioles in tonight's series opener against theBostonRedSox at Fenway Park, which probably seems odd sinceSox pitcher Brad Penny is right-handed and Freel bats ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2294.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The dish]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2279.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis was not under consideration to pitch in Wednesday's series finale against Texas. 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The first two losses could be chalked up to ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kinsler hits for cycle as Rangers end 5-game slide]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/kinsler-hits-for-cycle-as-rangers-end-5-game-slide.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[On a night when every major league player was wearing No. 42, Texas Rangers second baseman Ian Kinsler dominated a game just like Jackie Robinson once did.Kinsler hit for the cycle while going 6-for-6 and scored five times, matching team records for hits ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nady's injury rocks Yanks' outfield]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/nady-s-injury-rocks-yanks-outfield.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfield was supposed to be an area of strength for the Yankees. Xavier Nady's injury makes it dangerously thin, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kinsler hits for cycle, goes 6-for-6 in Rangers' win]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/kinsler-hits-for-cycle-goes-6-for-6-in-rangers-win.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ian Kinsler bolted out of the batter's box as soon as the ball left his bat. 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Jones hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the 10th inning and the Orioles held on to hand the Texas Rangers their fifth straight loss, 7-5 on Tuesday night.With the score tied at 3, Brian Ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore RHP Simon leaves in second with injury]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-rhp-simon-leaves-in-second-with-injury.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles rookie right-hander Alfredo Simon left Tuesday night's start against the Texas Rangers in the second inning with a right elbow problem.Simon, making his third career start and second this season, allowed solo homers to Michael Young, Nel]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cooper could be first manager fired]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/cooper-could-be-first-manager-fired.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Firing Cecil Cooper wouldn't be unreasonable, but it wouldn't turn the suspect Astros into contenders, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles LHP Rich Hill (elbow) throws side session]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-lhp-rich-hill-elbow-throws-side-session.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles left-hander Rich Hill, on the 15-day disabled list with a strained left elbow, threw a side session before Tuesday night's game against the Texas Rangers.Orioles manager Dave Trembley said Hill had "very good command of all his pitches."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breakfast Crumbs: Tuesday ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/breakfast-crumbs-tuesday-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 14, 2009 (Fort Worth Star-Telegram delivered byNewstex) --Notes and thoughts compiled at the breakfast table ... * Thanks for the memories: Mark Fidrych and Harry Kalas. * Dallas Mavericks 96, Minnesota Timberwolves 94: Jason Terry's 18-footer with 0]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2252.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Brian Roberts went 3-for-5 and stole his third base of the season. 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In the opening week, Orioles starters struggled to go deep into games, placing strain on a promising bullpen. The Orioles lack a viable left-hander with the ability ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2245.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Late in spring training, Jeremy Guthrie's teammates told him to forget about his troublesome spring training and start anew on opening day. Two starts into his third full big league season, it seems as if Guthrie has done just that. He's never been off to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2246.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Brian Bass allowed four home runs in relief Sunday, helping the Rays to an 11-3 series finale win. 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They've had a much easier time taking advantage of matchups with Vicente Padilla in recent years.Having started the season with strong efforts against their first two oppon]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays rout Orioles behind Shields' gem]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/rays-rout-orioles-behind-shields-gem.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tampa Bay manager Joe Maddon has been complaining lately about his team getting too many homers, too many strikeouts and not enough solid hits with runners in scoring position.In an 11-3 rout of the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday, the Rays hit four home runs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTSDAY  Writing of unwritten rules ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sportsday-writing-of-unwritten-rules-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Paul Dickson's new book, "The Unwritten Rules of Baseball," takes up the issue of a team with a big lead late in a game bunting or stealing a base.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Orioles Preview 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/rays-orioles-preview-2251.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sent to the minors last July, Adam Eaton didn't get to experience a World Series victory over Tampa Bay.On Sunday, though, the 31-year-old right-hander gets a shot at the Rays, and another opportunity to revive his career, when he takes the mound at Camde]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Orioles Preview 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/rays-orioles-preview-2237.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sent to the minors last July, Adam Eaton didn't get to experience a World Series victory over Tampa Bay.On Sunday, though, the 31-year-old right-hander gets a shot at the Rays, and another opportunity to revive his career, when he takes the mound at Camde]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 6, Rays 0]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-6-rays-0.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Baltimore Orioles couldn't even win a series from the Tampa Bay Rays last season.Now that they've gotten that accomplishment out of the way, the Orioles want more.Baltimore won its second straight over the defending AL champions Saturday night, using ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mora rips grand slam as O's shut out Rays]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/mora-rips-grand-slam-as-o-s-shut-out-rays.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Melvin Mora's third career grand slam capped a five-run first inning against Tampa Bay rookie Jeff Niemann, and the Baltimore Orioles got six shutout innings from Jeremy Guthrie in a 6-0 victory Saturday night.Nick Markakis had two hits and an RBI for the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2240.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF/OF Billy Rowell, the Orioles' first-round pick in 2006, will move from third base to the outfield with Class A Frederick, The Sun reported Thursday. Rowell's defensive struggles have curtailed the progression of his powerful left-handed bat. --C Rob]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2241.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' roster on opening day will be much different than the one that takes the field in July, let alone in 2010. The rotation has only two guaranteed members, and the starting lineup has two veteran hitters -- Aubrey Huff and Melvin Mora -- in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2242.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Danys Baez prepared this winter to crack the Orioles' question-filled rotation. But as spring training came to a close, Baez was resigned to the fact that he'd be pitching out of the bullpen again. Initial disappointment has turned into elation -- both fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Orioles Preview 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/rays-orioles-preview-2243.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's only taken Evan Longoria four games to dispel any notion of a sophomore slump.The red-hot third baseman looks to help the Tampa Bay Rays start a new winning streak against the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday night when the AL East rivals continue a thr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2228.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF/OF Billy Rowell, the Orioles' first-round pick in 2006, will move from third base to the outfield with Class A Frederick, The Sun reported Thursday. Rowell's defensive struggles have curtailed the progression of his powerful left-handed bat. --C Rob]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2229.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' roster on opening day will be much different than the one that takes the field in July, let alone in 2010. The rotation has only two guaranteed members, and the starting lineup has two veteran hitters -- Aubrey Huff and Melvin Mora -- in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2230.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Danys Baez prepared this winter to crack the Orioles' question-filled rotation. But as spring training came to a close, Baez was resigned to the fact that he'd be pitching out of the bullpen again. Initial disappointment has turned into elation -- both fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Miscues nix Rays' grip on Orioles ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/miscues-nix-rays-grip-on-orioles-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Marc Topkin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays-Orioles Preview 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/rays-orioles-preview-2232.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's only taken Evan Longoria four games to dispel any notion of a sophomore slump.The red-hot third baseman looks to help the Tampa Bay Rays start a new winning streak against the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday night when the AL East rivals continue a thr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles end 12-game skid against Rays]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-end-12-game-skid-against-rays.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Baltimore Orioles lost so many times to Tampa Bay last year, they apparently tried to purge the memory.So, after the Orioles beat the Rays 5-4 Friday night to end a 12-game skid against the defending AL champions, no one in the Baltimore clubhouse cel]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swisher leads Yankees to first win ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/swisher-leads-yankees-to-first-win-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BALTIMORE - The New York Yankees finally got their first win, using standout performances by newcomers A.J. Burnett, Nick Swisher and Mark Teixeira to beat the Baltimore Orioles 11-2 Thursday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NO FLUKE: RAYS ROLL AT FENWAY ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/no-fluke-rays-roll-at-fenway-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[WATCH FOR ... ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/watch-for-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sonny forecast:Rays starter Andy Sonnanstine is 2-2, 6.67 against the O's, including an impressive eight-inning outing in his last Camden Yards appearance, April 30. Brian Roberts is 5-for-11 against him, and new Oriole Gregg Zaun has gone 5-for-8.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2219.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Vicki L. Friedman]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2220.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yankees 11, Orioles 2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2221.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' pitching questions were on full display Thursday afternoon. Unproven starter Alfredo Simon allowed four hits -- including two home runs -- and four runs over five innings in his first go-round in the rotation. Following Simon was Brian Bass, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2222.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF/OF Billy Rowell, the Orioles' first-round pick in 2006, will move from third base to the outfield with Class A Frederick, The Sun reported Thursday. Rowell's defensive struggles have curtailed the progression of his powerful left-handed bat. --C Rob]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2223.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' roster on opening day will be much different than the one that takes the field in July, let alone in 2010. The rotation has only two guaranteed members, and the starting lineup has two veteran hitters -- Aubrey Huff and Melvin Mora -- in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies rally past Braves ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/phillies-rally-past-braves-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PHILADELPHIA - Four Phillies walked with the bases loaded during an eight-run seventh inning and Philadelphia rallied for a 12-11 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another ugly loss for Yanks ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/another-ugly-loss-for-yanks-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Orioles 7]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Today's lineups ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/today-s-lineups-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 9, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered by Newstex) -- New York YankeesDerek JeterSS Johnny DamonLF Mark Teixeira1B Xavier NadyDH Robinson Cano2B Nick SwisherRF Cody Ransom3B Grett GardnerCF Jose Molina CA.J. BurnettRHP OriolesBrian Roberts2B Adam JonesCF N]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alfredo falters ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/alfredo-falters-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 9, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered by Newstex) --Alfredo Simon finally blinked in the fourth inning, allowing a leadoff home run to prodigal first baseman Mark Teixeira. Simon also gave up a two-run shot to Nick Swisher later in the fourth inning befor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2210.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles have been fighting for a decade to reach the Yankees' status in nearly every aspect. They've caught them in at least one. 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The Orioles bullpen allowed a 7-1 lead to be cut to 7-5, and Sherrill needed only five pitches to record the final out. --RHP Adam Eaton was selected as the Orioles' No. 5 sta]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2212.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' roster on opening day will be much different than the one that takes the field in July, let alone in 2010. The rotation has only two guaranteed members, and the starting lineup has two veteran hitters -- Aubrey Huff and Melvin Mora -- in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees-Orioles Preview 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/yankees-orioles-preview-2213.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There's little doubt the New York Yankees will see improvement from their starting pitching this season. The first two games just haven't shown any evidence of that.After CC Sabathia and Chien-Ming Wang pitched poorly in their first starts, A. J. Burnett ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 7, Yankees 5]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-7-yankees-5.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Koji Uehara experienced a decade's worth of thrills while pitching in Japan, none of which compared to beating the New York Yankees in his major league debut.Uehara allowed one run over five innings, Nick Markakis went 3-for-3 with a homer and three RBIs,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2215.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Baltimore Orioles ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 N.Y. Yankees, 4:05 p.m.April 8 N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m.April 9 N.Y. Yankees, 1:35 p.m.April 10 Tampa Bay, 7:05 p.m.April 11 Tampa Bay, 7:05 p.m.April 12 Tampa Bay, 1:35 p.m.April 13 at Texas, 8:05 p.m.Apr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROUND ROCK EXPRESS 2009 SEASON PREVIEW ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/round-rock-express-2009-season-preview-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Since the team began play in 2000, more than 225 players have taken the field for the Round Rock Express. Some played for two or three seasons. Some played for only two or three games.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yanks 0-2 after Wang gets torched by O's]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/yanks-0-2-after-wang-gets-torched-by-o-s.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Koji Uehara allowed one run over five innings in his major league debut, Nick Markakis went 3-for-3 with a homer and three RBIs, and the Baltimore Orioles beat Chien-Ming Wang and the New York Yankees 7-5 Wednesday night.Baltimore improved to 2-0 with its]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Little charm in Teixeira's debut ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/little-charm-in-teixeira-s-debut-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was the kind of game Mark Teixeira would have loved when he was a kid.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2204.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' roster on opening day will be much different than the one that takes the field in July, let alone in 2010. 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Until that time, probably around ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees-Orioles Preview 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/yankees-orioles-preview-2207.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In a 2008 season in which injuries and ineffectiveness ravaged the New York Yankees' starting rotation, nothing hurt more than the loss of Chien-Ming Wang.The Yankees right-hander makes his first start since a foot injury ended his season in June when New]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 10, Yankees 5 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-10-yankees-5-2208.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia and Mark Teixeira won't soon forget their debut with the New York Yankees - no matter how hard they try.Sabathia failed to get out of the fifth inning Monday in a 10-5 loss to the Baltimore Orioles, and Mark couldn't buy a hit with that $180 m]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sabathia, Yankees seek positive start vs Orioles 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sabathia-yankees-seek-positive-start-vs-orioles-2209.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Yankees are about to find out if CC Sabathia's $161 million contract was a good investment.Sabathia formally begins his tenure with the retooled Yankees on Monday at Camden Yards, weather permitting, where the Baltimore Orioles will be forced]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2196.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' roster on opening day will be much different than the one that takes the field in July, let alone in 2010. 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O's fans harassed Mark Teixeira in the Yanks' loss, and forgot their misery, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 10, Yankees 5 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-10-yankees-5-2201.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia and Mark Teixeira won't soon forget their debut with the New York Yankees - no matter how hard they try.Sabathia failed to get out of the fifth inning Monday in a 10-5 loss to the Baltimore Orioles, and Mark couldn't buy a hit with that $180 m]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CC roughed up by O's in Yankees debut]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/cc-roughed-up-by-o-s-in-yankees-debut.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia and the new-look New York Yankees absorbed an old-fashioned beating on opening day.Sabathia allowed six runs and failed to get through the fifth inning in his first start with New York, and the Yankees lost to the Baltimore Orioles 10-5 on Mon]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sabathia, Yankees seek positive start vs Orioles 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sabathia-yankees-seek-positive-start-vs-orioles-2203.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Yankees are about to find out if CC Sabathia's $161 million contract was a good investment.Sabathia formally begins his tenure with the retooled Yankees on Monday at Camden Yards, weather permitting, where the Baltimore Orioles will be forced]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2188.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Luke Scott opened spring training explaining why being in the field is crucial to his approach at the plate. He ended spring training like he began it, as the club's regular designated hitter. But manager Dave Trembley suggested the left-handed slugger co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2189.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Adam Eaton was selected as the Orioles' No. 5 starter, but he won't open the season in Baltimore. Eaton, who is not on the 40-man roster, will pitch at extended spring training in Sarasota, Fla., until he is needed. Until that time, probably around ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2190.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' roster on opening day will be much different than the one that takes the field in July, let alone in 2010. The rotation has only two guaranteed members, and the starting lineup has two veteran hitters -- Aubrey Huff and Melvin Mora -- in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 Baltimore Orioles Roster]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/2009-baltimore-orioles-roster.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees-Orioles Preview 2009-04-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/yankees-orioles-preview-2192.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's time for CC Sabathia to start earning some of that $161 million he received to help get the New York Yankees to the World Series.Sabathia formally begins his tenure with the retooled Yankees on Monday at Camden Yards, where the Baltimore Orioles will]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sabathia, Yankees seek positive start vs Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sabathia-yankees-seek-positive-start-vs-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's time for CC Sabathia to start earning some of that $161 million he received to help get the New York Yankees to the World Series.Sabathia formally begins his tenure with the retooled Yankees on Monday at Camden Yards, where the Baltimore Orioles will]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Managers on the hot seat]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/managers-on-the-hot-seat.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York isn't the only place where the pressure's on. Ken Rosenthal tells you which managers are on the hot seat this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals 5, Orioles 4 2009-04-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/nationals-5-orioles-4-2195.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As they so often do, the Washington Nationals trotted out Ryan Zimmerman to represent the team Saturday night.This time, it was for a pregame news conference before a 5-4 victory over the Baltimore Orioles in the last spring training game for both teams.A]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals 5, Orioles 4 2009-04-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/nationals-5-orioles-4-2183.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As they so often do, the Washington Nationals trotted out Ryan Zimmerman to represent the team Saturday night.This time, it was for a pregame news conference before a 5-4 victory over the Baltimore Orioles in the last spring training game for both teams.A]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2184.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Adam Eaton, fighting for a spot in the Orioles rotation, didn't help his cause during his final Grapefruit League start. He allowed five runs in five innings April 2 against the Mets, leaving his spring ERA at 7.29. --C Robby Hammock was reassigned ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2185.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' roster on Opening Day will be much different than the one that takes the field in July, let alone in 2010. The rotation has only two guaranteed members, and the starting lineup has two veteran hitters -- Aubrey Huff and Melvin Mora -- in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2186.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles likely are destined for a 12th straight losing season. But to management, it doesn't really matter. In 2009, a successful year in Baltimore will be defined by progress and competitiveness. Behind the leadership of president Andy MacPhail, the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 9, Orioles 8 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/mets-9-orioles-8-2187.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets finished in Florida with a flourish.Ramon Castro's RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning completed a comeback from an eight-run deficit, and the Mets beat the Baltimore Orioles 9-8 Thursday.The Mets won seven of their last eight g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2177.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Adam Eaton, fighting for a spot in the Orioles rotation, didn't help his cause during his final Grapefruit League start. He allowed five runs in five innings April 2 against the Mets, leaving his spring ERA at 7.29. --C Robby Hammock was reassigned ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2178.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' roster on Opening Day will be much different than the one that takes the field in July, let alone in 2010. The rotation has only two guaranteed members, and the starting lineup has two veteran hitters -- Aubrey Huff and Melvin Mora -- in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2179.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles likely are destined for a 12th straight losing season. But to management, it doesn't really matter. In 2009, a successful year in Baltimore will be defined by progress and competitiveness. Behind the leadership of president Andy MacPhail, the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 6, Nationals 3]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-6-nationals-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If Koji Uehara pitches this season the way he did on Friday, the Baltimore Orioles will be thrilled with their $10 million investment.The Japanese right-hander, making his longest start of the spring on his 34th birthday, showed the best of what the Oriol]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predictions for all 30 MLB teams]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/predictions-for-all-30-mlb-teams.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You've waited five months for baseball to return. It's time to get serious. It's time for Ken Rosenthal's predictions for all 30 MLB teams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 9, Orioles 8 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/mets-9-orioles-8-2182.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets finished in Florida with a flourish.Ramon Castro's RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning completed a comeback from an eight-run deficit, and the Mets beat the Baltimore Orioles 9-8 Thursday.The Mets won seven of their last eight g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2172.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' roster on Opening Day will be much different than the one that takes the field in July, let alone in 2010. The starting rotation has only two guaranteed members, and the starting lineup has two veteran hitters -- Aubrey Huff and Melvin Mora -]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2173.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles likely are destined for a 12th straight losing season. But to management, it doesn't really matter. In 2009, a successful year in Baltimore will be defined by progress and competitiveness. Behind the leadership of president Andy MacPhail, the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2174.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Adam Eaton, fighting for a spot in the Orioles rotation, didn't help his cause during his final Grapefruit League start. He allowed five runs in five innings April 2 against the Mets, leaving his spring ERA at 7.29. --C Robby Hammock was reassigned ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 9, Orioles 8 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/mets-9-orioles-8-2175.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets finished in Florida with a flourish.Ramon Castro's RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning completed a comeback from an eight-run deficit, and the Mets beat the Baltimore Orioles 9-8 Thursday.The Mets won seven of their last eight g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2176.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Baltimore Orioles ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 N.Y. Yankees, 4:05 p.m.April 8 N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m.April 9 N.Y. Yankees, 1:35 p.m.April 10 Tampa Bay, 7:05 p.m.April 11 Tampa Bay, 7:05 p.m.April 12 Tampa Bay, 1:35 p.m.April 13 at Texas, 8:05 p.m.Apr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2164.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles likely are destined for a 12th straight losing season. But to management, it doesn't really matter. In 2009, a successful year in Baltimore will be defined by progress and competitiveness. Behind the leadership of president Andy MacPhail, the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2165.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Hayden Penn, who pitched his way out of the Orioles rotation with a poor spring, was traded to the Marlins in exchange for INF Robert Andino. Penn had a 10.06 ERA in Grapefruit League play, while Andino was hitting .203. Andino, 24, will serve as th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2166.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' roster on Opening Day will be much different than the one that takes the field in July, let alone in 2010. The starting rotation has only two guaranteed members, and the starting lineup has two veteran hitters -- Aubrey Huff and Melvin Mora -]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles trade Penn to Marlins for Andino]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-trade-penn-to-marlins-for-andino.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Baltimore Orioles have acquired infielder Robert Andino from the Florida Marlins for pitcher Hayden Penn.The Orioles announced the trade Wednesday.Penn was 3-6 with a 9.31 ERA in 14 major league starts for the Orioles in 2005-06. The right-hander had ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fourteen years later, Zaun a starter with Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/fourteen-years-later-zaun-a-starter-with-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was 14 years and 50 pounds ago when Gregg Zaun broke into the majors with the Baltimore Orioles.Back then, Zaun played behind Chris Hoiles and saw limited action. Now, after signing during the offseason as a free agent, he is poised to be Baltimore's o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins 13, Orioles 2]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/marlins-13-orioles-2.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeremy Guthrie has been anointed the ace of the Baltimore Orioles this season.They're still waiting for him to start pitching like one.Guthrie got knocked around again Wednesday, allowing eight runs and 10 hits over four innings in a 13-2 loss to the Flor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2170.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Baltimore Orioles ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 N.Y. Yankees, 4:05 p.m.April 8 N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m.April 9 N.Y. 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The starting rotation has only two guaranteed members, and the starting lineup has two veteran hitters -- Aubrey Huff and Melvin Mora -]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2159.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Hayden Penn pitched his way out of the Orioles rotation with a poor outing March 31 against the Cardinals. He allowed six runs in 3 2/3 innings, leaving his spring ERA at 10.06. Afterward, manager Dave Trembley confirmed that Penn will not be one of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 7, Orioles 3]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/cardinals-7-orioles-3.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hayden Penn needed a solid outing on Tuesday to avoid losing ground in the race to win a spot in the back end of the Baltimore Orioles' rotation.Instead, he was soon out of the game. Out of a spot, too.Penn gave up six runs and eight hits in 3 2-3 innings]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A long, strange trip for Nats]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/a-long-strange-trip-for-nats.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Grapefruit League is always an exercise in resilience, a month spent crisscrossing the highways of Florida for exhibition games at ballparks across the state.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2162.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Baltimore Orioles ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 N.Y. Yankees, 4:05 p.m.April 8 N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m.April 9 N.Y. 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The starting rotation has only two guaranteed members, and the starting lineup has two veteran hitters -- Aubrey Huff and Melvin Mora -]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2153.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles likely are destined for a 12th straight losing season. But to management, it doesn't really matter. In 2009, a successful year in Baltimore will be defined by progress and competitiveness. Behind the leadership of president Andy MacPhail, the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2154.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jeremy Guthrie will start on Opening Day, manager Dave Trembley confirmed after Guthrie's second outing with his club upon returning from the World Baseball Classic. The Orioles ace looked rough in his international outings and wasn't spectacular in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 2, Orioles 1]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/mets-2-orioles-1.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After a rocky World Baseball Classic and a poor start last time out, Oliver Perez needed a good outing to ease the worries of his manager and pitching coach.Perez had his most encouraging outing of spring training, allowing four hits and one run in 6 2-3 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2156.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Baltimore Orioles ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 N.Y. Yankees, 4:05 p.m.April 8 N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m.April 9 N.Y. 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The Orioles ace looked rough in his international outings and wasn't spectacular in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2149.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' roster on Opening Day will be much different than the one that takes the field in July, let alone in 2010. The starting rotation has only two guaranteed members, and the starting lineup has two veteran hitters -- Aubrey Huff and Melvin Mora -]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2150.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles likely are destined for a 12th straight losing season. But to management, it doesn't really matter. 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The Orioles ace looked rough in his international outings and wasn't spectacular in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2138.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' roster on Opening Day will be much different than the one that takes the field in July, let alone in 2010. The starting rotation has only two guaranteed members, and the starting lineup has two veteran hitters -- Aubrey Huff and Melvin Mora -]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2139.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles likely are destined for a 12th straight losing season. But to management, it doesn't really matter. 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After he left the game in the fifth, he was told by manager Dave Trembley he'd ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2131.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeremy Guthrie wouldn't be the ace on most teams. In Baltimore, he's the clear-cut No. 1 starter. While his status in the starting rotation might come by default, Guthrie brings a steadying force to a staff in need of direction. After Guthrie and Japanese]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2132.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Brian Roberts (upper-respiratory ailment) missed the March 26 game. He could return to action March 27, manager Dave Trembley said. --RHP Brad Hennessey and LHP John Parrish, non-roster invitees who got injured this spring, were reassigned to the Ori]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2133.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed RF Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and 2B Brian Roberts to a four-year extension and bee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers legend remembered as 'friend']]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/tigers-legend-remembered-as-friend-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA["I grew up idolizing Stan Musial and George Kell. George was a hero to me.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins 11, Orioles 6]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/marlins-11-orioles-6.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Emilio Bonifacio enhanced his chance of making the Florida Marlins roster with a big day at the plate.Bonifacio had a bases-clearing triple and drove in five runs, leading the Marlins to an 11-6 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday."It's good to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2136.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Baltimore Orioles ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 N.Y. Yankees, 4:05 p.m.April 8 N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m.April 9 N.Y. Yankees, 1:35 p.m.April 10 Tampa Bay, 7:05 p.m.April 11 Tampa Bay, 7:05 p.m.April 12 Tampa Bay, 1:35 p.m.April 13 at Texas, 8:05 p.m.Apr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2124.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed RF Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and 2B Brian Roberts to a four-year extension and bee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2125.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeremy Guthrie wouldn't be the ace on most teams. In Baltimore, he's the clear-cut No. 1 starter. While his status in the starting rotation might come by default, Guthrie brings a steadying force to a staff in need of direction. After Guthrie and Japanese]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2126.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Brad Hennessey and LHP John Parrish, non-roster invitees who got injured this spring, were reassigned to the Orioles' minor league camp. Hennessey is sidelined due to an ailing right elbow, while Parrish will soon have arthroscopic surgery on his le]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 pitchers among 8 cuts by Baltimore Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/5-pitchers-among-8-cuts-by-baltimore-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[John Parrish and Brad Hennessey, minor league invitees who were competing for spots in the starting rotation before getting hurt, were among eight cuts made by the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday.Parrish will return to Baltimore this week to undergo diagno]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RIZZO NOT AFRAID TO GO YOUNG ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/rizzo-not-afraid-to-go-young-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For all the talk this winter about the need to bring in a veteran starting pitcher, theWashingtonNationals appear more and more likely to open the season with the majors' youngest rotation.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2129.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Baltimore Orioles ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 N.Y. Yankees, 4:05 p.m.April 8 N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m.April 9 N.Y. Yankees, 1:35 p.m.April 10 Tampa Bay, 7:05 p.m.April 11 Tampa Bay, 7:05 p.m.April 12 Tampa Bay, 1:35 p.m.April 13 at Texas, 8:05 p.m.Apr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why your team will win the Series ... in one sentence]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/why-your-team-will-win-the-series-in-one-sentence.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You want optimism, but don't have much time? Let Dayn Perry tell you how your team can win the World Series ... in one sentence.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2118.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed RF Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and 2B Brian Roberts to a four-year extension and bee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2119.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeremy Guthrie wouldn't be the ace on most teams. In Baltimore, he's the clear-cut No. 1 starter. While his status in the starting rotation might come by default, Guthrie brings a steadying force to a staff in need of direction. After Guthrie and Japanese]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2120.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Koji Uehara, out for two weeks with a left hamstring strain, returned to action March 24 against the Nationals. He allowed one run in 3 2/3 innings, and he introduced a new changeup. Pitching Rick Kranitz was pleased with the results of the new pitc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals 3, Orioles 1]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/nationals-3-orioles-1.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Koji Uehara showed no ill effects from a left hamstring strain that had kept him out of Grapefruit League play since March 9, and the new changeup he unveiled worked just fine.Uehara struck out seven in 3 2-3 innings Tuesday in the Baltimore Orioles' 3-1 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6-2122.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Excerpt from 'The Rocket that Fell to Earth']]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/excerpt-from-the-rocket-that-fell-to-earth-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The following is an excerpt from Jeff Pearlman's new book, "The Rocket That Fell to Earth", now available from HarperCollins.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2113.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Guillermo Quiroz was released by the Orioles, ending his quest to become the club's reserve catcher for the second consecutive season. Chad Moeller and Robbie Hammock are the favorites to back up Gregg Zaun. --RHP Jim Johnson was shut down because of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2114.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed RF Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and 2B Brian Roberts to a four-year extension and bee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2115.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeremy Guthrie wouldn't be the ace on most teams. In Baltimore, he's the clear-cut No. 1 starter. 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Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins 8, Orioles 7]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/twins-8-orioles-7.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeremy Guthrie returned from the World Baseball Classic less than 24 hours after the United States was eliminated and pitched into the fourth inning Monday, giving up four runs and five hits in the Baltimore Orioles' 8-7 loss to the Minnesota Twins.Guthri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team USA ill-served by Johnson]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/team-usa-ill-served-by-johnson.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Letting Adam Dunn hit in the fifth was only one of Davey Johnson's absurd decisions in Team USA's loss, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[U.S. won't win without taking WBC seriously]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/u-s-won-t-win-without-taking-wbc-seriously.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Third place? The U.S. should be ashamed.Maybe now American baseball will start taking the WBC seriously, Mark Kriegel says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 5, Orioles 4]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/cardinals-5-orioles-4.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals are still looking for an opening-day third baseman, and David Freese is trying to take advantage of the opportunity.Freese was recalled from minor league camp Sunday and went 1-for-3 with a run in St. Louis' 5-4 victory over the Ba]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yanks should be fine when Jeter vacates shortstop]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/yanks-should-be-fine-when-jeter-vacates-shortstop.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Derek Jeter isn't getting any younger. And given what the Yanks have on the farm, Ken Rosenthal says they may make a request.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2110.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Guillermo Quiroz was released by the Orioles, ending his quest to become the club's reserve catcher for the second consecutive season. Chad Moeller and Robbie Hammock are the favorites to back up Gregg Zaun. --RHP Jim Johnson was shut down because of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2111.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed RF Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and 2B Brian Roberts to a four-year extension and bee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2112.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeremy Guthrie wouldn't be the ace on most teams. In Baltimore, he's the clear-cut No. 1 starter. While his status in the starting rotation might come by default, Guthrie brings a steadying force to a staff in need of direction. After Guthrie and Japanese]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles cut pitchers Bergesen, Mitchell]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-cut-pitchers-bergesen-mitchell.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Baltimore Orioles have cut right-handed pitchers Brad Bergesen and Andy Mitchell.Bergesen was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk on Saturday, while Mitchell was reassigned to the team's minor league camp in Sarasota, Fla.The moves left Baltimore with 48 pla]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parrish will return to Baltimore]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/parrish-will-return-to-baltimore.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Parrish, with the Orioles on a minor league contract, hasn't pitched during spring training because of the shoulder injury. The 31-year-old was 1-1 with a 4.04 ERA last year for Toronto in six starts and seven relief appearances.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2101.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Guillermo Quiroz was released by the Orioles, ending his quest to become the club's reserve catcher for the second consecutive season. Chad Moeller and Robbie Hammock are the favorites to back up Gregg Zaun. --RHP Jim Johnson was shut down because of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2102.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. 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Yankees, 7:05 p.m.April 9 N.Y. 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Markakis, who was married and signed a six-year contract in the offseason, and his new wife, Christina, welcomed a baby boy, Taylor Jason, to the famil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals 5, Orioles 4]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/nationals-5-orioles-4.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shairon Martis gave the Washington Nationals another reason to get excited about his potential.Martis pitched five solid innings, Josh Willingham hit a two-run homer and Washington rallied to beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-4 on Thursday.Willingham's eighth-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2084.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed RF Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and 2B Brian Roberts to a four-year extension and bee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2085.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Wieters will settle the Orioles' backup catcher situation whenever he is recalled from the minors later this spring. In the meantime, three catchers are vying for time as the backup to the backup. Guillermo Quiroz, Chad Moeller and Robbie Hammock are]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2086.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis has added fatherhood to his growing list of titles since the end of the 2008 season. Markakis, who was married and signed a six-year contract in the offseason, and his new wife, Christina, welcomed a baby boy, Taylor Jason, to the famil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 3, Orioles 2]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/cardinals-3-orioles-2.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With catcher Yadier Molina back, Chris Carpenter had his best outing of the spring.Molina returned from the World Baseball Classic and caught six scoreless innings from Carpenter in the St. Louis Cardinals' 3-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros have too many holes to contend with]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/astros-have-too-many-holes-to-contend-with.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Astros tried in vain to plug all their holes during the offseason but were unsuccessful. Get ready for more struggles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2077.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis has added fatherhood to his growing list of titles since the end of the 2008 season. Markakis, who was married and signed a six-year contract in the offseason, and his new wife, Christina, welcomed a baby boy, Taylor Jason, to the famil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2078.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed RF Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and 2B Brian Roberts to a four-year extension and bee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2079.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Wieters will settle the Orioles' backup catcher situation whenever he is recalled from the minors later this spring. In the meantime, three catchers are vying for time as the backup to the backup. Guillermo Quiroz, Chad Moeller and Robbie Hammock are]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team USA rallies past Puerto Rico to stay alive]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/team-usa-rallies-past-puerto-rico-to-stay-alive.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hobbled and humbled in the World Baseball Classic, Team USA is still swinging.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins 5, Orioles 3]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/twins-5-orioles-3.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Crede finally got into the swing of things with the Minnesota Twins.Stuck in a hitting slump since he joined the team last month, Crede went 3-for-3 with a home run, a double and two RBIs in Minnesota's 5-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Monday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ponson waiting for call, but has Orioles money]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/ponson-waiting-for-call-but-has-orioles-money.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pitcher Sidney Ponson is still searching for a job in the majors, even though he recently enjoyed a long-delayed payday at the expense of the Baltimore Orioles.Ponson allowed four earned runs and seven hits in nine innings starts for the Netherlands again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles' Jim Johnson shut down for a week 2009-03-15]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-jim-johnson-shut-down-for-a-week-2083.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles have shut down right-hander Jim Johnson for at least a week so they can try to determine the cause of discomfort in his right shoulder."We don't just want to treat the symptoms, we want to figure out why we're having the problem," Johnson said]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 6, Red Sox 2]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-6-red-sox-2.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles manager Dave Trembley downplayed his team's four-game Grapefruit League sweep of the Boston Red Sox while praising its approach this spring."The Red Sox are missing a lot of guys in the (World Baseball Classic), but it is good for our gu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles' Jim Johnson shut down for a week]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-jim-johnson-shut-down-for-a-week.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles have shut down right-hander Jim Johnson for at least a week so they can try to determine the cause of discomfort in his right shoulder."We don't just want to treat the symptoms, we want to figure out why we're having the problem," Johnson said]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles' Jim Johnson shut down for a week 2009-03-15]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-jim-johnson-shut-down-for-a-week-2072.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles have shut down right-hander Jim Johnson for at least a week so they can try to determine the cause of discomfort in his right shoulder."We don't just want to treat the symptoms, we want to figure out why we're having the problem," Johnson said]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team USA takes step backward in one-sided loss 2009-03-15]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/team-usa-takes-step-backward-in-one-sided-loss-2073.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How bad was the USA's lopsided loss to Puerto Rico on Saturday? Gerry Fraley calls it one of the darkest days in team history.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2074.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Wieters will settle the Orioles' backup catcher situation whenever he is recalled from the minors later this spring. In the meantime, three catchers are vying for time as the backup to the backup. Guillermo Quiroz, Chad Moeller and Robbie Hammock are]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2075.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis has added fatherhood to his growing list of titles since the end of the 2008 season. 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Gerry Fraley calls it one of the darkest days in team history.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 9, Red Sox 8]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-9-red-sox-8.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Boston's shortstop competition could be headed for an unsatisfactory ending.Jed Lowrie went 1-for-2 with an RBI double and walked twice in a 9-8 loss to the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday, a day after Lugo left a Red Sox spring training game with a balky r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles send 12 to minor league camp in first cuts]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-send-12-to-minor-league-camp-in-first-cuts.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Prized pitching prospects Chris Tillman, Jake Arrieta and Brian Matusz were among 12 players the Baltimore Orioles reassigned to minor league camp on Saturday.Joining right-handers Tillman and Arrieta at the minor league complex in Sarasota will be right-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2067.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Wieters will settle the Orioles' backup catcher situation whenever he is recalled from the minors later this spring. 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Guillermo Quiroz, Chad Moeller and Robbie Hammock are]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2059.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis has added fatherhood to his growing list of titles since the end of the 2008 season. Markakis, who was married and signed a six-year contract in the offseason, and his new wife, Christina, welcomed a baby boy, Taylor Jason, to the famil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2060.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. 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The team signed RF Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and 2B Brian Roberts to a four-year extension and bee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 6, Nationals 2]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-6-nationals-2.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Wearing a new uniform and pitching against old friends, Daniel Cabrera turned in a performance indicative of his rocky tenure with the Baltimore Orioles.In five seasons with the Orioles, Cabrera never realized his potential and rarely harnessed a troubles]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2025.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It has taken only 6 1/2 years, but Danys Baez is a starting pitcher again. 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The team signed RF Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and 2B Brian Roberts to a four-year extension and bee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2022.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It has taken only 6 1/2 years, but Danys Baez is a starting pitcher again. Baez, 31, returned to the mound at Fort Lauderdale Stadium after missing the entire 2008 season, having undergone Tommy John surgery late in 2007. In returning, Baez sees an opport]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2023.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Adam Eaton, released last week by the Phillies, signed a minor league deal with the Orioles. He will compete for one of the available spots in Baltimore's rotation, and the Orioles would only have to pay him the major league minimum if he makes the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles breeze past Dominican Republic 6-1]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-breeze-past-dominican-republic-6-1.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Playing without Alex Rodriguez, the Dominican Republic was rendered punchless by Koji Uehara and three far less notable pitchers for the Baltimore Orioles.Uehara pitched three scoreless innings and the Dominican squad preparing for the World Baseball Clas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[O's Sherrill seeks fewer frantic finishes in 2009]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/o-s-sherrill-seeks-fewer-frantic-finishes-in-2009.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[George Sherrill had his finest season in the major leagues last year, yet the Baltimore Orioles closer was disappointed in his performance despite 31 saves."The save numbers were good, but the other numbers weren't that great," he said. "I'm really not us]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-2016.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed RF Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and 2B Brian Roberts to a four-year extension and bee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2017.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It has taken only 6 1/2 years, but Danys Baez is a starting pitcher again. Baez, 31, returned to the mound at Fort Lauderdale Stadium after missing the entire 2008 season, having undergone Tommy John surgery late in 2007. In returning, Baez sees an opport]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2018.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Adam Eaton, released last week by the Phillies, signed a minor league deal with the Orioles. He will compete for one of the available spots in Baltimore's rotation, and the Orioles would only have to pay him the major league minimum if he makes the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles to give fans free birthday tickets]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-to-give-fans-free-birthday-tickets.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are giving away birthday presents to fans - free tickets.The team announced Tuesday that any fan can get a free ticket to a game during the month of his or her birthday - except for games against the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox.Free se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, P Eaton agree to minor league deal 2009-03-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-p-eaton-agree-to-minor-league-deal-2020.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam Eaton and the Baltimore Orioles agreed to a minor league contract Sunday and the right-hander will join the team's major league spring training camp.The 31-year-old Eaton was released by Philadelphia on Friday after going 4-8 with a 5.80 ERA in 21 ga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-2010.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It has taken only 6 1/2 years, but Danys Baez is a starting pitcher again. Baez, 31, returned to the mound at Fort Lauderdale Stadium after missing the entire 2008 season, having undergone Tommy John surgery late in 2007. In returning, Baez sees an opport]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2011.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Adam Eaton, released last week by the Phillies, signed a minor league deal with the Orioles. 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The team signed RF Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and 2B Brian Roberts to a four-year extension and bee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 5, Red Sox 3]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-5-red-sox-3.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There is little question about Justin Masterson's importance to the Boston Red Sox this season.The only uncertainty is his role.Masterson pitched two scoreless innings Monday in Boston's 5-3 loss to the Baltimore Orioles. In two appearances, the right-han]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, P Eaton agree to minor league deal 2009-03-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-p-eaton-agree-to-minor-league-deal-2014.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam Eaton and the Baltimore Orioles agreed to a minor league contract Sunday and the right-hander will join the team's major league spring training camp.The 31-year-old Eaton was released by Philadelphia on Friday after going 4-8 with a 5.80 ERA in 21 ga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 7, Nationals 5]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-7-nationals-5.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[David Pauley made up for a forgettable first impression, and Baltimore Orioles catching prospect Matt Wieters flashed his power stroke.Pauley, a last-minute substitute when left-hander Rich Hill was scratched from his scheduled start because of a sore lef]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, RHP Adam Eaton agree to minor league deal]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-rhp-adam-eaton-agree-to-minor-league-deal.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam Eaton and the Baltimore Orioles agreed to a minor league contract Sunday and the right-hander will join the team's major league spring training camp.The 31-year-old Eaton was released by Philadelphia on Friday after going 4-8 with a 5.80 ERA in 21 ga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, P Eaton agree to minor league deal]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-p-eaton-agree-to-minor-league-deal.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam Eaton and the Baltimore Orioles agreed to a minor league contract Sunday and the right-hander will join the team's major league spring training camp.The 31-year-old Eaton was released by Philadelphia on Friday after going 4-8 with a 5.80 ERA in 21 ga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles' Hill scratched with elbow stiffness]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-hill-scratched-with-elbow-stiffness.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles left-hander Rich Hill was scratched from Sunday's spring training start with elbow stiffness, an annoying setback for a pitcher eager to restart his stalled major league career.Hill was scheduled to face the Washington Nationals in Viera]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-2007.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis left camp Thursday to be with his wife, Christina, who is expecting the newlyweds' first child. 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Baez, 31, returned to the mound at Fort Lauderdale Stadium after missing the entire 2008 season, having undergone Tommy John surgery late in 2007. In returning, Baez sees an opport]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 4, Marlins 2]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-4-marlins-2.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If his performance Saturday against the Florida Marlins is any indication, Jeremy Guthrie is ready to do his part to help Team USA go deep in the World Baseball Classic.Guthrie allowed three hits over three scoreless innings in his first spring training s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-2002.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Baltimore Orioles ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 N.Y. Yankees, 4:05 p.m.April 8 N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m.April 9 N.Y. 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He issued three walks and allowed two runs in his one inning against the Cardinals. --RHP Brad Hennessey, a non-roster]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1994.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed RF Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and 2B Brian Roberts to a four-year extension and bee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1995.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The future in Baltimore is much brighter -- and clearer -- than it was even two months ago. Homegrown talents Nick Markakis and Brian Roberts are both signed for at least the next four seasons. The duo, along with center fielder Adam Jones, will form an a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-1996.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Baltimore Orioles ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 N.Y. Yankees, 4:05 p.m.April 8 N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m.April 9 N.Y. 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He issued three walks and allowed two runs in his one inning against the Cardinals. --RHP Brad Hennessey, a non-roster]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1986.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed RF Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and 2B Brian Roberts to a four-year extension and bee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1987.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The future in Baltimore is much brighter -- and clearer -- than it was even two months ago. Homegrown talents Nick Markakis and Brian Roberts are both signed for at least the next four seasons. The duo, along with center fielder Adam Jones, will form an a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 11, Cardinals 3]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-11-cardinals-3.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As he prepared to face a major league batter for the first time in well over a year, Danys Baez had no idea what to expect from his reconstructed right elbow."Before the first pitch, there were too many feelings at the same time," Baez said. "You're alway]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uehara ready for Orioles debut]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/uehara-ready-for-orioles-debut.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Koji Uehara will carry a baseball and high expectations to the mound Friday when he makes his debut with the Baltimore Orioles.It's only an exhibition game against the Florida Marlins, and it's likely the right-hander won't go more than two innings. Yet t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-1990.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Baltimore Orioles ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 N.Y. Yankees, 4:05 p.m.April 8 N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m.April 9 N.Y. 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The duo, along with center fielder Adam Jones, will form an a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 9, Orioles 3]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/mets-9-orioles-3.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Luis Castillo looked more like a cleanup hitter than a leadoff man Wednesday.In his new role atop the Mets' lineup, Castillo drove in four runs with a single and a double, and New York got three RBIs from Ryan Church to beat the Baltimore Orioles 9-3 in t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE PREVIEW ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/grapefruit-league-preview-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ....]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-1983.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Baltimore Orioles ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 N.Y. 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But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed RF Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and 2B Brian Roberts to a four-year extension and bee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1971.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The future in Baltimore is much brighter -- and clearer -- than it was even two months ago. Homegrown talents Nick Markakis and Brian Roberts are both signed for at least the next four seasons. 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The duo, along with center fielder Adam Jones, will form an a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Rangers close to deal with P Benson 2009-02-20]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sources-rangers-close-to-deal-with-p-benson-1968.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rangers, seeking additional options for their rotation, are close to signing free-agent right-hander Kris Benson to a minor-league contract, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1961.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Luke Scott entered spring training with the mindset of earning playing time in left field. 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Typical of the attitude he brings to the team, he insisted first on running sprints in the outfield.Everything else could w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Rangers close to deal with P Benson 2009-02-20]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sources-rangers-close-to-deal-with-p-benson-1977.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 22:17:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rangers, seeking additional options for their rotation, are close to signing free-agent right-hander Kris Benson to a minor-league contract, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, Roberts closing in on 4-year extension]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-roberts-closing-in-on-4-year-extension.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brian Roberts and the Baltimore Orioles are near agreement on a $40 million, four-year extension that could keep the second baseman with the team through the 2013 season.Roberts tried to contain his enthusiasm Thursday as he prepared for the team's first ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1954.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ty Wigginton is an Oriole. 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TheDetroitTigers have the makings of a couple pretty good rising-from-the-ashes stories in camp.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Roberts, O's close on 4-year, $40M deal]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sources-roberts-o-s-close-on-4-year-40m-deal.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After being the subject of trade rumors for much of last year, Brian Roberts is staying right where he is.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE SCHEDULES ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/2009-grapefruit-league-schedules-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TAMPA BAY Rays]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles' Guthrie earns place on Team USA roster]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-guthrie-earns-place-on-team-usa-roster.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two years ago, Jeremy Guthrie was just looking to stick in the major leagues as a long reliever after being claimed off waivers by the Baltimore Orioles.Next month he will be pitching for Team USA.Guthrie, who had been included on the provisional roster, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1943.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Ty Wigginton agreed to a two-year, $6 million contract after a second physical examination in Baltimore. 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He gets $2.5 million this year and $3.5]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[American League preview capsules ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/american-league-preview-capsules-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL East]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1925.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ty Wigginton is an Oriole. In all likelihood, that means Lou Montanez will be playing for the Norfolk Tides. 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The ques]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Millar makes Jays latest AL East stop 2009-02-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sources-millar-makes-jays-latest-al-east-stop-1928.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kevin Millar continues to make the rounds in the AL East.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ty Wigginton finalizes deal with Orioles 2009-02-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/ty-wigginton-finalizes-deal-with-orioles-1929.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Free agent Ty Wigginton finalized a $6 million, two-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles.The sides agreed to the deal last week, and the Orioles said it was completed Monday after Wigginton completed a physical. 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Wigginton, whose ailment was not disclosed by his camp or the club, insisted there is no reason to be worried about his health. --3B Scott Moore]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1920.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed right fielder Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and beefed up its pitching depth. The ques]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Millar makes Jays latest AL East stop 2009-02-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sources-millar-makes-jays-latest-al-east-stop-1921.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kevin Millar continues to make the rounds in the AL East.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ty Wigginton finalizes deal with Orioles 2009-02-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/ty-wigginton-finalizes-deal-with-orioles-1922.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Free agent Ty Wigginton finalized a $6 million, two-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles.The sides agreed to the deal last week, and the Orioles said it was completed Monday after Wigginton completed a physical. He gets $2.5 million this year and $3.5]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, P Sherrill agree to 1-year contract 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-p-sherrill-agree-to-1-year-contract-1923.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever George Sherrill and the Baltimore Orioles agreed Saturday to terms on a one-year contract, avoiding arbitration.Sherrill made the AL All-Star team in 2008 during a season in which he went 3-5 with a 4.73 ERA and 31 saves.Obtained in February 2008]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1913.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP George Sherrill and the Orioles agreed on a $2.75 million contract for 2009. The deal kept the two sides from reaching arbitration, after Sherrill asked for $3.4 million and the Orioles offered $2.2 million. Sherrill, 31, was an American League All-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1914.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed right fielder Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and beefed up its pitching depth. The ques]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1915.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are deeper than they have been in years. But there still isn't enough talent in camp to begin talk of contending in the powerful American League East. The offense should be strong and the pitching should capture the headlines. The Orioles won']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Millar makes Jays latest AL East stop 2009-02-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sources-millar-makes-jays-latest-al-east-stop-1916.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kevin Millar continues to make the rounds in the AL East.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, P Sherrill agree to 1-year contract 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-p-sherrill-agree-to-1-year-contract-1917.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever George Sherrill and the Baltimore Orioles agreed Saturday to terms on a one-year contract, avoiding arbitration.Sherrill made the AL All-Star team in 2008 during a season in which he went 3-5 with a 4.73 ERA and 31 saves.Obtained in February 2008]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1908.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP George Sherrill and the Orioles agreed on a $2.75 million contract for 2009. The deal kept the two sides from reaching arbitration, after Sherrill asked for $3.4 million and the Orioles offered $2.2 million. Sherrill, 31, was an American League All-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1909.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed right fielder Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and beefed up its pitching depth. The ques]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1910.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are deeper than they have been in years. But there still isn't enough talent in camp to begin talk of contending in the powerful American League East. The offense should be strong and the pitching should capture the headlines. The Orioles won']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Millar makes Jays latest AL East stop]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sources-millar-makes-jays-latest-al-east-stop.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kevin Millar continues to make the rounds in the AL East.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, P Sherrill agree to 1-year contract 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-p-sherrill-agree-to-1-year-contract-1912.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever George Sherrill and the Baltimore Orioles agreed Saturday to terms on a one-year contract, avoiding arbitration.Sherrill made the AL All-Star team in 2008 during a season in which he went 3-5 with a 4.73 ERA and 31 saves.Obtained in February 2008]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Bedard bash? Not so fast there ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/a-bedard-bash-not-so-fast-there-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was in early December 2007 that rumors of the Mariners' interest in Erik Bedard first started to percolate.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ty Wigginton finalizes deal with Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/ty-wigginton-finalizes-deal-with-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Free agent Ty Wigginton finalized a $6 million, two-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles.The sides agreed to the deal last week, and the Orioles said it was completed Monday after Wigginton completed a physical. He gets $2.5 million this year and $3.5]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1904.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are deeper than they have been in years. But there still isn't enough talent in camp to begin talk of contending in the powerful American League East. The offense should be strong and the pitching should capture the headlines. The Orioles won']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1905.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP George Sherrill and the Orioles agreed on a $2.75 million contract for 2009. 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The offense should be strong and the pitching should capture the headlines. The Orioles won']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1898.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP George Sherrill and the Orioles agreed on a $2.75 million contract for 2009. The deal kept the two sides from reaching arbitration, after Sherrill asked for $3.4 million and the Orioles offered $2.2 million. Sherrill, 31, was an American League All-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1899.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed right fielder Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and beefed up its pitching depth. The ques]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, P Sherrill agree to 1-year contract 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-p-sherrill-agree-to-1-year-contract-1900.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever George Sherrill and the Baltimore Orioles agreed Saturday to terms on a one-year contract, avoiding arbitration.Sherrill made the AL All-Star team in 2008 during a season in which he went 3-5 with a 4.73 ERA and 31 saves.Obtained in February 2008]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-1901.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Baltimore Orioles ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 N.Y. Yankees, 4:05 p.m.April 8 N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m.April 9 N.Y. Yankees, 1:35 p.m.April 10 Tampa Bay, 7:05 p.m.April 11 Tampa Bay, 7:05 p.m.April 12 Tampa Bay, 1:35 p.m.April 13 at Texas, 8:05 p.m.Apr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers lead the way ... in steroids]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/rangers-lead-the-way-in-steroids.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You might think the A-Rod revelation casts aspersions on the Yanks. But Gerry Fraley says the All-Steroids team hails from Texas.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, P Sherrill agree to 1-year contract 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-p-sherrill-agree-to-1-year-contract-1892.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever George Sherrill and the Baltimore Orioles agreed Saturday to terms on a one-year contract, avoiding arbitration.Sherrill made the AL All-Star team in 2008 during a season in which he went 3-5 with a 4.73 ERA and 31 saves.Obtained in February 2008]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1893.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are deeper than they have been in years. But there still isn't enough talent in camp to begin talk of contending in the powerful American League East. The offense should be strong and the pitching should capture the headlines. The Orioles won']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1894.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP George Sherrill and the Orioles agreed on a $2.75 million contract for 2009, The Sun reported. The deal kept the two sides from reaching arbitration, after Sherrill asked for $3.4 million and the Orioles offered $2.2 million. Sherrill, 31, was an Am]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1895.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed right fielder Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and beefed up its pitching depth. The ques]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-1896.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Baltimore Orioles ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 N.Y. Yankees, 4:05 p.m.April 8 N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m.April 9 N.Y. Yankees, 1:35 p.m.April 10 Tampa Bay, 7:05 p.m.April 11 Tampa Bay, 7:05 p.m.April 12 Tampa Bay, 1:35 p.m.April 13 at Texas, 8:05 p.m.Apr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, P Sherrill agree to 1-year contract]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-p-sherrill-agree-to-1-year-contract.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever George Sherrill and the Baltimore Orioles agreed Saturday to terms on a $2.75 million, one-year contract and avoided arbitration.Sherrill asked for $3.4 million and the Orioles offered $2.2 million. He made $1 million last season.Sherrill was an ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, P Sherrill agree to 1-year contract 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-p-sherrill-agree-to-1-year-contract-1886.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever George Sherrill and the Baltimore Orioles agreed Saturday to terms on a one-year contract, avoiding arbitration.Sherrill made the AL All-Star team in 2008 during a season in which he went 3-5 with a 4.73 ERA and 31 saves.Obtained in February 2008]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1887.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are deeper than they have been in years. But there still isn't enough talent in camp to begin talk of contending in the powerful American League East. The offense should be strong and the pitching should capture the headlines. The Orioles won']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1888.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed right fielder Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and beefed up its pitching depth. The ques]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1889.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP George Sherrill and the Orioles agreed on a $2.75 million contract for 2009, The Sun reported. The deal kept the two sides from reaching arbitration, after Sherrill asked for $3.4 million and the Orioles offered $2.2 million. Sherrill, 31, was an Am]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/-1890.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Baltimore Orioles ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 N.Y. Yankees, 4:05 p.m.April 8 N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m.April 9 N.Y. Yankees, 1:35 p.m.April 10 Tampa Bay, 7:05 p.m.April 11 Tampa Bay, 7:05 p.m.April 12 Tampa Bay, 1:35 p.m.April 13 at Texas, 8:05 p.m.Apr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1880.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are deeper than they have been in years. 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Sherrill, 31, was an Am]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1882.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles didn't sign their primary target, Mark Teixeira. But president Andy MacPhail spent the winter filling holes and answering questions. The team signed right fielder Nick Markakis to a six-year extension and beefed up its pitching depth. The ques]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[McDowell escaping large mound shadow ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/mcdowell-escaping-large-mound-shadow-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[They refuse to call it Camp Roger. You know, as in the spinoff to the famous Camp Leo. 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He is likely to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NL Hot Stove: Cubs still have work to do]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/nl-hot-stove-cubs-still-have-work-to-do.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[GM Jim Hendry has the Cubs looking strong in a deflated National League. Tracy Ringolsby says Chicago is still missing one key piece.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[OLSON'S NEXT MOVE ABOUT STAYING PUT\ M'S LEFTY EAGER TO BE STARTER, BUT OPEN TO ANY ROLE NEEDED ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/olson-s-next-move-about-staying-put-m-s-lefty-eager-to-be-starter-but-open-to-any-role-needed-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[He means no disrespect to the city that now employs him, but Garrett Olson will be staying away from Seattle's most famous landmark.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue Jays claim Burres ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/blue-jays-claim-burres-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheTORONTOBLUEJAYS have claimed LHP Brian Burres off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1871.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RF Nick Markakis signed a six-year, $66.1 million contract that includes a limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives that could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. OF Luke Scott and the Orioles avoided arbitration by agreeing to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1872.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Andy MacPhail must have left Chicago on good terms. The former Cubs executive, now the Orioles' president, has worked out a number of deals with his old club in the year and a half he has spent in Baltimore. It seems as if he isn't done raiding his old te]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1873.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF/OF Ty Wigginton, who was non-tendered by the Astros in December, agreed to a two-year, $6 million deal with the Orioles, according to multiple media reports. The versatile Wigginton hit .285 with 23 home runs and 58 RBIs last season. He is likely to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parrish agrees to minor league deal with Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/parrish-agrees-to-minor-league-deal-with-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-hander John Parrish and the Baltimore Orioles have agreed to a minor league contract.If added to the major league roster, the 31-year-old pitcher would get an $850,000, one-year contract.Following eight seasons with the Orioles, Parrish went 1-1 with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Despite new ownership, Pads still likely to deal ace]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/despite-new-ownership-pads-still-likely-to-deal-ace.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sorry, Padres fans. A new ownership group likely won't change the odds that Jake Peavy will be dealt, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AP Sources: Orioles, Wigginton reach 2-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/ap-sources-orioles-wigginton-reach-2-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Baltimore Orioles and free agent Ty Wigginton reached a preliminary agreement on a $6 million, two-year contract.The contract depends upon Wigginton passing a physical, two people familiar with the agreement said Tuesday, speaking on condition of anon]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1865.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RF Nick Markakis signed a six-year, $66.1 million contract that includes a limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives that could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. OF Luke Scott and the Orioles avoided arbitration by agreeing to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1866.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Andy MacPhail must have left Chicago on good terms. The former Cubs executive, now the Orioles' president, has worked out a number of deals with his old club in the year and a half he has spent in Baltimore. It seems as if he isn't done raiding his old te]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1867.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Rich Hill was acquired from the Chicago Cubs for a player to be named. --RHP Brian Burres, who got a chance to be in the rotation last season but couldn't hold the spot, was designated for assignment. --1B Kevin Millar will not be back with the Orio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Source: O's land Wigginton with two-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/source-o-s-land-wigginton-with-two-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles have signed free-agent Ty Wigginton to a two-year contract, according to a major-league source.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles acquire pitcher Hill from Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-acquire-pitcher-hill-from-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles have acquired left-hander Rich Hill from the Chicago Cubs for a player to be named.Hill, Chicago's starter in Game 3 of the 2007 NL playoffs, was 1-0 with a 4.12 ERA in five starts with the Cubs last season. He was optioned to Triple-A Iowa on]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1860.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Andy MacPhail must have left Chicago on good terms. The former Cubs executive, now the Orioles' president, has worked out a number of deals with his old club in the year and a half he has spent in Baltimore. It seems as if he isn't done raiding his old te]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1861.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Kevin Millar will not be back with the Orioles in 2009. The clubhouse leader said in an interview on WBAL 1090 AM, "They want to go in a different direction." --2B Brian Roberts will be the Orioles' leadoff hitter and second baseman on Opening Day, a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1862.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RF Nick Markakis signed a six-year, $66.1 million contract that includes a limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives that could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. OF Luke Scott and the Orioles avoided arbitration by agreeing to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1855.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Andy MacPhail must have left Chicago on good terms. The former Cubs executive, now the Orioles' president, has worked out a number of deals with his old club in the year and a half he has spent in Baltimore. It seems as if he isn't done raiding his old te]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1856.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Kevin Millar will not be back with the Orioles in 2009. The clubhouse leader said in an interview on WBAL 1090 AM, "They want to go in a different direction." --2B Brian Roberts will be the Orioles' leadoff hitter and second baseman on Opening Day, a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1857.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RF Nick Markakis signed a six-year, $66.1 million contract that includes a limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives that could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. OF Luke Scott and the Orioles avoided arbitration by agreeing to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Markakis contract fulfills Orioles' No. 1 priority 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/markakis-contract-fulfills-orioles-no-1-priority-1858.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[During an offseason in which they failed in their pursuit of a hometown slugger, the Baltimore Orioles did the next best thing: secure homegrown right fielder Nick Markakis for the next six seasons.Markakis and Orioles president of baseball operations And]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1851.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Andy MacPhail must have left Chicago on good terms. The former Cubs executive, now the Orioles' president, has worked out a number of deals with his old club in the year and a half he has spent in Baltimore. It seems as if he isn't done raiding his old te]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1852.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Kevin Millar will not be back with the Orioles in 2009. The clubhouse leader said in an interview on WBAL 1090 AM, "They want to go in a different direction." --2B Brian Roberts will be the Orioles' leadoff hitter and second baseman on Opening Day, a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1853.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RF Nick Markakis signed a six-year, $66.1 million contract that includes a limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives that could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. OF Luke Scott and the Orioles avoided arbitration by agreeing to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Markakis contract fulfills Orioles' No. 1 priority 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/markakis-contract-fulfills-orioles-no-1-priority-1854.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[During an offseason in which they failed in their pursuit of a hometown slugger, the Baltimore Orioles did the next best thing: secure homegrown right fielder Nick Markakis for the next six seasons.Markakis and Orioles president of baseball operations And]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1847.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Kevin Millar will not be back with the Orioles in 2009. The clubhouse leader said in an interview on WBAL 1090 AM, "They want to go in a different direction." --2B Brian Roberts will be the Orioles' leadoff hitter and second baseman on Opening Day, a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1848.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RF Nick Markakis signed a six-year, $66.1 million contract that includes a limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives that could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. OF Luke Scott and the Orioles avoided arbitration by agreeing to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1849.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Andy MacPhail must have left Chicago on good terms. The former Cubs executive, now the Orioles' president, has worked out a number of deals with his old club in the year and a half he has spent in Baltimore. It seems as if he isn't done raiding his old te]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Markakis contract fulfills Orioles' No. 1 priority 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/markakis-contract-fulfills-orioles-no-1-priority-1850.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[During an offseason in which they failed in their pursuit of a hometown slugger, the Baltimore Orioles did the next best thing: secure homegrown right fielder Nick Markakis for the next six seasons.Markakis and Orioles president of baseball operations And]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MARINERS GET 2-FOR-1 IN TRADE WITH CUBS ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/mariners-get-2-for-1-in-trade-with-cubs-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jack Zduriencik seems willing to go halfway around the world to make his Mariners better, if that's what it takes.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners have a deal, options]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/mariners-have-a-deal-options.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New Mariners infielder Ronny Cedeno, acquired from the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday, will be given a chance this spring to compete for a starting job at shortstop and second base.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1843.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis was signed to a six-year, $66.1 million contract. A limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. Markakis' contract should go a long way toward convincing second baseman an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1844.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RF Nick Markakis signed a six-year, $66.1 million contract that includes a limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives that could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. OF Luke Scott and the Orioles avoided arbitration by agreeing to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1845.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Felix Pie gives the Orioles one of the youngest, best defensive outfields in baseball. The former Cubs center field prospect likely will get every opportunity to win the left field job after coming over in a trade for left-hander Garrett Olson and a low-l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Markakis contract fulfills Orioles' No. 1 priority 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/markakis-contract-fulfills-orioles-no-1-priority-1846.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[During an offseason in which they failed in their pursuit of a hometown slugger, the Baltimore Orioles did the next best thing: secure homegrown right fielder Nick Markakis for the next six seasons.Markakis and Orioles president of baseball operations And]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1836.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis was signed to a six-year, $66.1 million contract. A limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. Markakis' contract should go a long way toward convincing second baseman an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1837.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RF Nick Markakis signed a six-year, $66.1 million contract that includes a limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives that could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. OF Luke Scott and the Orioles avoided arbitration by agreeing to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1838.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Felix Pie gives the Orioles one of the youngest, best defensive outfields in baseball. The former Cubs center field prospect likely will get every opportunity to win the left field job after coming over in a trade for left-hander Garrett Olson and a low-l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Markakis contract fulfills Orioles' No. 1 priority 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/markakis-contract-fulfills-orioles-no-1-priority-1839.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[During an offseason in which they failed in their pursuit of a hometown slugger, the Baltimore Orioles did the next best thing: secure homegrown right fielder Nick Markakis for the next six seasons.Markakis and Orioles president of baseball operations And]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zaun and Orioles finalize $2M deal 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/zaun-and-orioles-finalize-2m-deal-1840.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gregg Zaun returned to the team that drafted him in 1989, finalizing a $2 million, one-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday.The 37-year-old is expected to replace Ramon Hernandez as the starting catcher, at least until top prospect Matt Wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1831.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Felix Pie gives the Orioles one of the youngest, best defensive outfields in baseball. The former Cubs center field prospect likely will get every opportunity to win the left field job after coming over in a trade for left-hander Garrett Olson and a low-l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1832.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis was signed to a six-year, $66.1 million contract. A limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. Markakis' contract should go a long way toward convincing second baseman an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1833.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RF Nick Markakis signed a six-year, $66.1 million contract that includes a limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives that could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. OF Luke Scott and the Orioles avoided arbitration by agreeing to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Markakis contract fulfills Orioles' No. 1 priority 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/markakis-contract-fulfills-orioles-no-1-priority-1834.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[During an offseason in which they failed in their pursuit of a hometown slugger, the Baltimore Orioles did the next best thing: secure homegrown right fielder Nick Markakis for the next six seasons.Markakis and Orioles president of baseball operations And]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zaun and Orioles finalize $2M deal 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/zaun-and-orioles-finalize-2m-deal-1835.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gregg Zaun returned to the team that drafted him in 1989, finalizing a $2 million, one-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday.The 37-year-old is expected to replace Ramon Hernandez as the starting catcher, at least until top prospect Matt Wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1828.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:55:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Felix Pie gives the Orioles one of the youngest, best defensive outfields in baseball. The former Cubs center field prospect likely will get every opportunity to win the left field job after coming over in a trade for left-hander Garrett Olson and a low-l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1829.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:55:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis was signed to a six-year, $66.1 million contract. A limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. Markakis' contract should go a long way toward convincing second baseman an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1830.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:55:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RF Nick Markakis signed a six-year, $66.1 million contract that includes a limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives that could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. OF Luke Scott and the Orioles avoided arbitration by agreeing to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[O'S NEED TO GIVE ROBERTS THE SIGN ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/o-s-need-to-give-roberts-the-sign-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:55:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Now that Nick Markakis is safely locked up through at least the 2014 season, it's only logical for the Orioles - and their fans - to turn their attention to second baseman Brian Roberts, whose contract situation and status with the team has been a dramati]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1825.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:55:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis was signed to a six-year, $66.1 million contract. A limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. Markakis' contract should go a long way toward convincing second baseman an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1826.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:55:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RF Nick Markakis signed a six-year, $66.1 million contract that includes a limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives that could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. OF Luke Scott and the Orioles avoided arbitration by agreeing to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1827.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:55:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Felix Pie gives the Orioles one of the youngest, best defensive outfields in baseball. The former Cubs center field prospect likely will get every opportunity to win the left field job after coming over in a trade for left-hander Garrett Olson and a low-l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1820.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis was signed to a six-year, $66.1 million contract. A limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. Markakis' contract should go a long way toward convincing second baseman an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1821.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RF Nick Markakis signed a six-year, $66.1 million contract that includes a limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives that could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. OF Luke Scott and the Orioles avoided arbitration by agreeing to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1822.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Felix Pie gives the Orioles one of the youngest, best defensive outfields in baseball. The former Cubs center field prospect likely will get every opportunity to win the left field job after coming over in a trade for left-hander Garrett Olson and a low-l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INDEX:Sports  2009-01-23]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/index-sports--1823.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's the first day of the NHL's mid-season break with many of the league's top stars making their way to Montreal for Sunday's all-star game. Canadiens winger Alex Kovalev and San Jose Sharks centre Joe Thornton have been selected the Eastern and Western ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1814.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Felix Pie gives the Orioles one of the youngest, best defensive outfields in baseball. The former Cubs center field prospect likely will get every opportunity to win the left field job after coming over in a trade for left-hander Garrett Olson and a low-l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1815.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis was signed to a six-year, $66.1 million contract. A limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. Markakis' contract should go a long way toward convincing second baseman an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1816.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RF Nick Markakis signed a six-year, $66.1 million contract that includes a limited no-trade clause, an option and incentives that could make the entire package worth more than $91 million. OF Luke Scott and the Orioles avoided arbitration by agreeing to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: O's Roberts wants 4-year deal to stay]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sources-o-s-roberts-wants-4-year-deal-to-stay.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Orioles intend to sign second baseman Brian Roberts long-term, they will need to offer him a four-year contract, major-league sources say.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[O'S MAKE RIGHT CALLS WITH MARKAKIS ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/o-s-make-right-calls-with-markakis-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The wait is over. The Orioles got it right with Nick Markakis.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INDEX:Sports  2009-01-23]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/index-sports--1819.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's the first day of the NHL's mid-season break with many of the league's top stars making their way to Montreal for Sunday's all-star game. Canadiens winger Alex Kovalev and San Jose Sharks centre Joe Thornton have been selected the Eastern and Western ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1808.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[C Gregg Zaun signed a one-year contract with a club option for 2010. RHP Koji Uehara finalized a $10 million, two-year contract with the Orioles, making him the first Japanese-born player in franchise history.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1809.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are comfortable entering spring training with Aubrey Huff as their first baseman. "He has some interest in doing it," Orioles president Andy MacPhail said. "He had an outstanding season last year, and we're fortunate to have that internal opti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1810.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis and the Orioles finalized a six-year, $66.1 million deal, avoiding arbitration. The deal runs through his entire arbitration-eligible period as well as the first three years that he would have been eligible for free agency. The team als]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Markakis contract fulfills Orioles' No. 1 priority]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/markakis-contract-fulfills-orioles-no-1-priority.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[During an offseason in which they failed in their pursuit of a hometown slugger, the Baltimore Orioles did the next best thing: secure homegrown right fielder Nick Markakis for the next six seasons.Markakis and Orioles president of baseball operations And]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zaun and Orioles finalize $2M deal]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/zaun-and-orioles-finalize-2m-deal.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gregg Zaun returned to the team that drafted him in 1989, finalizing a $2 million, one-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday.The 37-year-old is expected to replace Ramon Hernandez as the starting catcher, at least until top prospect Matt Wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The sports world in 60 seconds  UM's Young returns to roots ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/the-sports-world-in-60-seconds-um-s-young-returns-to-roots-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[College football]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Markakis' $66.1M deal finalized by Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/markakis-66-1m-deal-finalized-by-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right fielder Nick Markakis' $66.1 million, six-year contract was finalized Wednesday by the Baltimore Orioles.The agreement covers three years the 25-year-old would have been eligible for arbitration and the first three after he would have been eligible ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ZAUN WANTS TO PLAY FOR TIME]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/zaun-wants-to-play-for-time.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Veteran catcher Gregg Zaun understands he is being viewed as a teacher in shinguards, a big-league mentor to his eventual replacement, top prospect Matt Wieters.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MACPHAIL MOVES TO THE RHYTHM OF THE MOMENT  ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/macphail-moves-to-the-rhythm-of-the-moment-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If you're an Orioles fan - and I know you're out there somewhere - you're probably thinking the same thing I'm thinking right now.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[O'S, MARKAKIS NEAR DEAL]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/o-s-markakis-near-deal.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles and Nick Markakis are close to a six-year deal worth between $64 million and $66 million in guaranteed money, a Baseball source said.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1804.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis and the Orioles have agreed to a six-year, $66 million deal, according to multiple media reports. Markakis, who had been eligible for arbitration, reportedly needed to pass a physical before the deal could be completed. The team also se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1805.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[C Gregg Zaun signed a one-year contract with a club option for 2010. RHP Koji Uehara finalized a $10 million, two-year contract with the Orioles, making him the first Japanese-born player in franchise history.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1806.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are comfortable entering spring training with Aubrey Huff as their first baseman. "He has some interest in doing it," Orioles president Andy MacPhail said. "He had an outstanding season last year, and we're fortunate to have that internal opti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INDEX:Sports ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/index-sports-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[-- Ales Hemsky scored game winner in the final minute as the Edmonton Oilers rallied to beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-3. Edmonton enters the all-star break on a three-game winning streak.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1793.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis and the Orioles have agreed to a six-year, $66 million deal, according to multiple media reports. Markakis, who had been eligible for arbitration, reportedly needed to pass a physical before the deal could be completed. The team also se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1794.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[C Gregg Zaun signed a one-year contract with a club option for 2010. RHP Koji Uehara finalized a $10 million, two-year contract with the Orioles, making him the first Japanese-born player in franchise history.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1795.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are comfortable entering spring training with Aubrey Huff as their first baseman. "He has some interest in doing it," Orioles president Andy MacPhail said. "He had an outstanding season last year, and we're fortunate to have that internal opti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, OF Scott agree to 1-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-of-scott-agree-to-1-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfielder Luke Scott agreed to a $2.4 million, one-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday, avoiding arbitration.Scott hit .257 with 23 homers and 65 RBIs in 2008, his first season with Baltimore, and he made $430,000. He joined the Orioles a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles sign OF Scott to 1-year, $2.4M contract]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-sign-of-scott-to-1-year-2-4m-contract.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles signed outfielder Luke Scott to a one-year, $2.4 million contract Tuesday, avoiding salary arbitration.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[O'S, MARKAKIS REACH DEAL]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/o-s-markakis-reach-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles have reached a six-year, $66.1 million contract extension with right fielder Nick Markakis, according to Baseball sources. He will be in Baltimore tomorrow to take a physical and sign the contract.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[All I was saying was give Pie a chance]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/all-i-was-saying-was-give-pie-a-chance.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[I don't believe Felix Pie failed during his time with the Cubs. I believe the Cubs failed him. Pie wasn't a creation of media hype. He was a legitimate prospect. He was a six-tool player -- glove, speed, arm, power, stroke and attitude -- and he should ha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox swap Pauley to Orioles for Bierd]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/red-sox-swap-pauley-to-orioles-for-bierd.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Boston Red Sox traded David Pauley to the Baltimore Orioles on Monday for Randor Bierd in a swap of right-handed pitchers.Pauley was 0-1 with an 11.68 ERA in two starts and four relief appearances last season. The 25-year-old is 0-3 with a 9.53 ERA in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pie no longer Cubs¿ prospect ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/pie-no-longer-cubs¿-prospect-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Another highly touted center fielder, another trade to Baltimore.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1787.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[C Gregg Zaun signed a one-year contract with a club option for 2010. RHP Koji Uehara finalized a $10 million, two-year contract with the Orioles, making him the first Japanese-born player in franchise history.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1788.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are comfortable entering spring training with Aubrey Huff as their first baseman. "He has some interest in doing it," Orioles president Andy MacPhail said. "He had an outstanding season last year, and we're fortunate to have that internal opti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1789.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis and the Orioles have agreed to a six-year, $66 million deal, according to multiple media reports. Markakis, who had been eligible for arbitration, reportedly needed to pass a physical before the deal could be completed. --CF Felix Pie f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AP Source: Markakis agrees to $66M, 6-yr contract]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/ap-source-markakis-agrees-to-66m-6-yr-contract.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right fielder Nick Markakis and the Baltimore Orioles reached a preliminary agreement Monday on a $66 million, six-year contract, according to a person familiar with the deal.The contract is pending a physical, the person said, speaking on condition of an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Markakis, O's reach $66M deal]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sources-markakis-o-s-reach-66m-deal.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles have reached an agreement in principle with right fielder Nick Markakis on a six-year, $66.1 million contract extension, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[O's have tough choices; Dodgers primed to pounce]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/o-s-have-tough-choices-dodgers-primed-to-pounce.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The O's shot themselves in the foot (again), the Cubs are holding tight and the Dodgers are ready to pounce. Ken Rosenthal has it all.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs' Pie era fizzles out]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/cubs-pie-era-fizzles-out.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs waved goodbye Sunday to another center fielder of the future, trading Felix Pie to Baltimore for two young pitchers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs trade OF Pie to Orioles for Olson, prospect]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/cubs-trade-of-pie-to-orioles-for-olson-prospect.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs finally lost patience with former prized prospect Felix Pie, trading the outfielder to the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday for left-hander Garrett Olson and minor league pitcher Henry Williamson.The 23-year-old Pie hit .241 in 43 games with t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs trade OF Pie to Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/cubs-trade-of-pie-to-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sources: No room for Pie, Cubs deal CF to O's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[LENNON'S SHORT HOPS]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/lennon-s-short-hops.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How about the socks? They OK?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1781.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Justin Christian, INF/OF Jolbert Cabrera, 1B Craig Brazell, RHP Scott Chiasson, RHP Ross Wolf and LHP Alberto Castillo received non-roster invitations to the Orioles' spring camp. --C Gregg Zaun signed a one-year contract, with a club option for 2010]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1782.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[C Gregg Zaun signed a one-year contract with a club option for 2010. RHP Koji Uehara finalized a $10 million, two-year contract with the Orioles, making him the first Japanese-born player in franchise history.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1783.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are comfortable entering spring training with Aubrey Huff as their first baseman. "He has some interest in doing it," Orioles president Andy MacPhail said. "He had an outstanding season last year, and we're fortunate to have that internal opti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morning Sports Summary - Last Take 4 ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/morning-sports-summary-last-take-4-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gregg Zaun is leaving theTorontoBlueJays for a division rival, agreeing to a one-year deal with the Baltimore Orioles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1774.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 07:56:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[C Gregg Zaun signed a one-year contract with a club option for 2010. RHP Koji Uehara finalized a $10 million, two-year contract with the Orioles, making him the first Japanese-born player in franchise history.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1775.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 07:56:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are comfortable entering spring training with Aubrey Huff as their first baseman. "He has some interest in doing it," Orioles president Andy MacPhail said. "He had an outstanding season last year, and we're fortunate to have that internal opti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, Zaun agree to one-year deal 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-zaun-agree-to-one-year-deal-1776.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 07:56:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Catcher Gregg Zaun reached a preliminary agreement Friday on a one-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles, where he would fill the starting role vacated by the trade of Ramon Hernandez.Zaun batted. 237 with six homers and 30 RBIs in 86 games with Toront]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1766.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Gregg Zaun signed a one-year contract, with a club option for 2010, to keep the position warm for top prospect Matt Wieters. The switch-hitting Zaun will likely be the Orioles' starter until midseason, when Wieters is expected to be recalled. --RHP Da]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2009-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1767.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[C Gregg Zaun signed a one-year contract with a club option for 2010. RHP Koji Uehara finalized a $10 million, two-year contract with the Orioles, making him the first Japanese-born player in franchise history.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1768.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are comfortable entering spring training with Aubrey Huff as their first baseman. "He has some interest in doing it," Orioles president Andy MacPhail said. "He had an outstanding season last year, and we're fortunate to have that internal opti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals' promises still going unfulfilled ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/nationals-promises-still-going-unfulfilled-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One significant trade in November. One free agent signing in December. And nothing of consequence yet in January.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CBC drops Blue Jays telecasts ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/cbc-drops-blue-jays-telecasts-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Citing declining sales, the CBC has pulled out as a carrier ofTorontoBlueJays telecasts.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CBC decides Blue Jays telecasts aren't a big hit ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/cbc-decides-blue-jays-telecasts-aren-t-a-big-hit-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Citing declining sales, the CBC has pulled out as carrier ofTorontoBlueJays telecasts.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, Zaun agree to one-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-zaun-agree-to-one-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Catcher Gregg Zaun reached a preliminary agreement Friday on a one-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles, where he would fill the starting role vacated by the trade of Ramon Hernandez.Zaun batted. 237 with six homers and 30 RBIs in 86 games with Toront]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Dallas Morning News Kevin Sherrington column: Texas Rangers can repair rift with Michael Young ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/the-dallas-morning-news-kevin-sherrington-column-texas-rangers-can-repair-rift-with-michael-young-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jan. 14--Michael Young's demand to be traded after theTexasRangers told him he'd be moving to his right prompted several reactions, not the least of which was this:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Economy affecting Sox but not tying their hands ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/economy-affecting-sox-but-not-tying-their-hands-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All winter, White Sox general manager Ken Williams has been denying rumors he would trade for infielders Michael Young of the Rangers or Brian Roberts of the Orioles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tight on money, Braves slow search for a hitter]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/tight-on-money-braves-slow-search-for-a-hitter.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Braves have rebuilt their pitching staff, but what about a hitter? Ken Rosenthal says the money may not be there to get it done.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1760.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Second baseman Brian Roberts might be playing elsewhere in 2009. The Orioles' leadoff man, who has spent his entire professional career in the Baltimore organization, is a free agent at season's end, and a recent report in the Baltimore Sun suggests the t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1761.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis and the Orioles are expected to reopen contract negotiations this month. 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Ken Rosenthal says that's reason enough to get it done.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Izturis gets $5M, 2-year contract with Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/izturis-gets-5m-2-year-contract-with-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles filled their hole at shortstop, agreeing Tuesday to a $5 million, two-year contract with free agent Cesar Izturis.The 28-year-old Izturis batted .263 in 135 games with the St. Louis Cardinals this year. He ranked third in the NL with a .980 fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles sign Izturis to two-year, $5M deal]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-sign-izturis-to-two-year-5m-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Baltimore Orioles finally filled their hole at shortstop, signing free agent Cesar Izturis to a two-year contract Tuesday.The 28-year-old Izturis batted .263 in 135 games with the St. Louis Cardinals this year. He ranked third in the NL with a .980 fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scioscia could see Manny in Angels uniform]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/scioscia-could-see-manny-in-angels-uniform.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 21:57:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Scioscia says he could see Manny Ramirez in an Angels uni. 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The deal is believed to be for two years, although the terms remain under wraps.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RED SOX BEAT]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/red-sox-beat.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS - For now, the Washington Nationals and Baltimore Orioles have their proposals on the table and can offer free agent target Mark Teixeira the opportunity to play close to home and, likely, for more money than any player in Baseball history not n]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1577.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Teixeira was a priority for president Andy MacPhail at the winter meetings, but the Orioles left Las Vegas without their biggest target. The switch hitter has at least three East Coast clubs bidding for his services, but no fan base has been beg]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1578.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After its first last-place finish in 20 seasons, the Orioles entered the offseason likely to turn over a significant portion of the 40-man roster. The team needs depth in pitching, at least one veteran starter, and a long-term solution at shortstop. Cesar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1579.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Wieters has been cleared for takeoff. The Orioles' top prospect has an open road to the starting catcher's position. All he has to do is claim the position in spring training. The trade of veteran catcher Ramon Hernandez to Cincinnati was primarily a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wrapping up the winter meetings: American League 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/wrapping-up-the-winter-meetings-american-league-1580.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia was the big move. But as Ed Price sums up the state of the AL, he likes the Indians getting Kerry Wood.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles cut ties with inconsistent Daniel Cabrera]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/orioles-cut-ties-with-inconsistent-daniel-cabrera.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Baltimore Orioles have evidently given up on waiting for right-hander Daniel Cabrera to live up to his potential.The Orioles declined Friday to offer the arbitration-eligible starter a contract for 2009, making him a free agent.Cabrera, 26, went 8-10 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1569.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Teixeira was a priority for president Andy MacPhail at the winter meetings, but the Orioles left Las Vegas without their biggest target. The switch hitter has at least three East Coast clubs bidding for his services, but no fan base has been beg]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1570.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After its first last-place finish in 20 seasons, the Orioles entered the offseason likely to turn over a significant portion of the 40-man roster. The team needs depth in pitching, at least one veteran starter, and a long-term solution at shortstop. Cesar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1571.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Wieters has been cleared for takeoff. The Orioles' top prospect has an open road to the starting catcher's position. All he has to do is claim the position in spring training. The trade of veteran catcher Ramon Hernandez to Cincinnati was primarily a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meetings end quietly for Nats]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/meetings-end-quietly-for-nats.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheWashingtonNationals executives had vacated the Bellagio hotel well before noon Thursday, leaving a quiet week of results behind and plenty of work ahead for the rest of the offseason. 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The team needs depth in pitching, at least one veteran starter, and a long-term solution at shortstop. Cesar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1562.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Wieters has been cleared for takeoff. The Orioles' top prospect has an open road to the starting catcher's position. All he has to do is claim the position in spring training. The trade of veteran catcher Ramon Hernandez to Cincinnati was primarily a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wrapping up the winter meetings: American League]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/wrapping-up-the-winter-meetings-american-league.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia was the big move. But as Ed Price sums up the state of the AL, he likes the Indians getting Kerry Wood.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bowden confirms offer to Teixeira ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/bowden-confirms-offer-to-teixeira-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WashingtonNationals general manager Jim Bowden said the team has made a "very significant, concrete offer" to free agent first baseman Mark Teixeira, the Severna Park, Md., native who Bowden said is the team's No. 1 target.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HERNANDEZ 'SURPRISED' BY HIS TRADE]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/hernandez-surprised-by-his-trade.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS - Former Orioles catcher Ramon Hernandez knew he would eventually be replaced by prospect Matt Wieters. 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The Los Angeles Angels are working to retain him, and the Washington Nationals and Baltimore Orioles have joined the Re]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1555.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After its first last-place finish in 20 seasons, the Orioles entered the offseason likely to turn over a significant portion of the 40-man roster. The team needs depth in pitching, at least one veteran starter, and a long-term solution at shortstop. BIGGE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1556.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles' greatest strength is their young talent in the outfield, while their weakness is their starting rotation. 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Burnett finished the 2008 season in Toronto, but sources tell Ken Rosenthal the Cardinals are seeking the righty's services.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1549.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Ramon Hernandez was traded to Cincinnati for INF/OF Ryan Freel and two minor league infielders, Justin Turner and Brandon Waring. 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Burnett finished the 2008 season in Toronto, but sources tell Ken Rosenthal the Cardinals are seeking the righty's services.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BASEBALL NOTES]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baseball-notes.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The American League may not have won the World Series this year, but it is still regarded as the superior league. The Red Sox have been the AL's premier team the past six years, but their quest for a World Series appearance in 2009 is far from a gimme. La]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cardinals serious about Burnett 2008-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sources-cardinals-serious-about-burnett-1545.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A.J. Burnett finished the 2008 season in Toronto, but sources tell Ken Rosenthal the Cardinals are seeking the righty's services.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs, Sox desperate for a leadoff plan]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/cubs-sox-desperate-for-a-leadoff-plan.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Now batting leadoff for the Chicago ... You fill in the blanks -- on either side of town.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1547.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Brian Roberts has not been given a deadline to accept a contract extension, and the Orioles and their leadoff man continue discussions. 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Burnett finished the 2008 season in Toronto, but sources tell Ken Rosenthal the Cardinals are seeking the righty's services.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hard to imagine Teixeira in D.C., no matter the price]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/hard-to-imagine-teixeira-in-d-c-no-matter-the-price.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's about money, not wins and losses, for Scott Boras' clients. But Ken Rosenthal still can't see Mark Teixeira signing with the Nats.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Success starts at top]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/success-starts-at-top.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Leadoff hitters are best identified early and developed at the minor-league level. That's the reality behind the seemingly endless search for reliable ones in the big leagues, including on both sides ofChicago.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1540.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Brian Roberts has not been given a deadline to accept a contract extension, and the Orioles and their leadoff man continue discussions. 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Ken Rosenthal has the difficult answers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's still after Furcal, but may chase Big Unit too 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/a-s-still-after-furcal-but-may-chase-big-unit-too-1535.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The A's going after Randy Johnson sounds bizarre, at least until Ken Rosenthal explains why it makes so much sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards get shortstop Greene from Padres 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/cards-get-shortstop-greene-from-padres-1536.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals addressed one of their major offseason concerns, acquiring shortstop Khalil Greene from the Padres.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1523.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Brian Roberts has not been given a deadline to accept a contract extension, and the Orioles and their leadoff man continue discussions. 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Ken Rosenthal has the difficult answers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's still after Furcal, but may chase Big Unit too]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/a-s-still-after-furcal-but-may-chase-big-unit-too.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The A's going after Randy Johnson sounds bizarre, at least until Ken Rosenthal explains why it makes so much sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards get shortstop Greene from Padres]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/cards-get-shortstop-greene-from-padres.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals addressed one of their major offseason concerns, acquiring shortstop Khalil Greene from the Padres.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PEDROIA DEAL EXAMINED]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/pedroia-deal-examined.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The news that theBostonRedSox have signed American League MVP Dustin Pedroia to a six-year contract extension worth $40.5 million doesn't exactly help Nick Markakis make a case for Hanley Ramirez money ($70 million for six years), but it's not fair to put]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS IN BRIEF  2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/sports-in-brief--1522.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With little fanfare and even less to say, Michelle Wie took an important first step Wednesday toward earning an LPGA Tour card by opening with a 3-under 69 in the 90-hole qualifying tournament.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1509.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After its first last-place finish in 20 seasons, the Orioles entered the offseason likely to turn over a significant portion of the 40-man roster. 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Markakis, 25, made $455,000 last season and will not become a free agent until 2011. --LHP Garrett Olson could be bullpen-bound in 2009 after a rough deb]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1500.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After its first last-place finish in 20 seasons, the Orioles entered the offseason likely to turn over a significant portion of the 40-man roster. The team needs depth in pitching, at least one veteran starter, and a long-term solution at shortstop. BIGGE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1501.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are in the hunt to sign one of baseball's biggest pitching prizes, but it's going to take an unprecedented move by the front office to do it. It might take a five-year contract to sign right-hander A.J. Burnett, and the Orioles haven't offered]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1502.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis and his agent had recent discussions about a contract extension, The Sun reported. 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BIGGE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2008-12-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1497.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are in the hunt to sign one of baseball's biggest pitching prizes, but it's going to take an unprecedented move by the front office to do it. It might take a five-year contract to sign right-hander A.J. Burnett, and the Orioles haven't offered]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2008-12-01]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1498.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Nick Markakis and his agent had recent discussions about a contract extension, The Sun reported. 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Jeff Moore looks back on some recent dandies.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CUTTING COSTS OF ORIOLES DEAL ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/cutting-costs-of-orioles-deal-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 19:59:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheBaltimoreOrioles are working with an architecture firm to try to cut the cost of a new stadium for their spring training.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1488.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles are in the hunt to sign one of baseball's biggest pitching prizes, but it's going to take an unprecedented move by the front office to do it. It might take a five-year contract to sign right-hander A.J. 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The team needs depth in pitching, at least one veteran starter, and a long-term solution at shortstop. 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Hoiles, the only manager the franchise has known, directed the Revolution to 71 wins in 2008, a winning season and a playoff appearance in his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1487.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Garrett Olson was requested in trade talks for Padres SS Khalil Greene, according to The Sun, but the Orioles refused to part with the 25-year-old starter. Olson struggled mightily in 2008, his first full year in the majors, but should contend for a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Krivsky hired by Orioles as MacPhail aide]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/krivsky-hired-by-orioles-as-macphail-aide.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Longtime front office executive Wayne Krivsky joined the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday as special assistant to the president of baseball operations.Krivsky, a former vice president and general manger for the Cincinnati Reds, will work under club presiden]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[WILL MACPHAIL AND ORIOLES PUT ON THE SHIFT TO SIGN BURNETT? ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/will-macphail-and-orioles-put-on-the-shift-to-sign-burnett-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If this is late November, then the Orioles are still in the hunt for some exciting free agents. 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Burnett has narrowed his primary focus to roughly a half-dozen teams, and the Orioles remain in the mix.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stadium Authority forgives $3 million in back rent ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/stadium-authority-forgives-3-million-in-back-rent-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Maryland Stadium Authority has over the past 13 months forgiven or negotiated nearly $3 million in back rent owed by groups occupying space at Camden Yards in Baltimore - including the stadium's largest renter, the Orioles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[60 SECONDS WITH GARRETT OLSON ]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/60-seconds-with-garrett-olson-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Garrett Olson has kept a busy schedule since completing nearly a full season with theBaltimoreOrioles. 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Ken Rosenthal looks at their potential list.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels will avoid long negotiations for Teixeira 2008-11-06]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/angels-will-avoid-long-negotiations-for-teixeira-1423.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels want Mark Teixeira back, but Ken Rosenthal says they'll pass on re-signing the first baseman if negotiations drag on.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deal for Padres' Peavy not expected at meetings 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/deal-for-padres-peavy-not-expected-at-meetings-1424.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball GMs are meeting this week. Ken Rosenthal tells us what to expect on ace pitcher Jake Peavy and other top players.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Notes, Quotes 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-notes-quotes-1412.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Donnie Murphy signed a minor league deal with the Orioles, who will invite him to spring training. Murphy played in 46 games for Oakland this year, hitting .184. --3B Melvin Mora underwent a minor operation on his right shoulder but should be ready ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Roster Report 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-roster-report-1413.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After its first last-place finish in 20 seasons, the Orioles entered the offseason likely to turn over a significant portion of the 40-man roster. The team needs depth in pitching, at least one veteran starter, and a long-term solution at shortstop. BIGGE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baltimore Orioles Inside Pitch 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/baltimore-orioles-inside-pitch-1414.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right fielder Nick Markakis told The Sun that he doesn't care how long the contract-extension process takes. "I just want it done right," Markakis said. The Orioles have been open about the notion that they would like to extend the contracts of Markakis a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Payroll flexibility gives A's option to look at Furcal 2008-11-06]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/payroll-flexibility-gives-a-s-option-to-look-at-furcal-1415.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With plenty of cash on hand, the normally tight-fisted A's are looking to do some shopping. Ken Rosenthal looks at their potential list.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels will avoid long negotiations for Teixeira 2008-11-06]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/angels-will-avoid-long-negotiations-for-teixeira-1416.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels want Mark Teixeira back, but Ken Rosenthal says they'll pass on re-signing the first baseman if negotiations drag on.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deal for Padres' Peavy not expected at meetings 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.orioleshome.com/news/deal-for-padres-peavy-not-expected-at-meetings-1417.