Orioles' organization preview, Top 20 Prospects
(Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:00:00 -0500)
The future success of every Major League team lies largely in its Minor League pipeline. With that in mind, MLB.com takes a look at the Orioles' farm system, from the top 20 prospects to those who are under the radar.

O's swap Guthrie to Rox for Hammel, Lindstrom
(Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:42:00 -0500)
On the day they were scheduled to go to arbitration with their ace, the Orioles instead pulled off a trade, sending veteran right-hander Jeremy Guthrie to the Rockies on Monday in exchange for pitchers Jason Hammel and Matt Lindstrom.

Orioles have had discussions with Ramirez
(Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:29:00 -0500)
The Orioles have had "exploratory talks" with free-agent slugger Manny Ramirez's agent, executive vice president of baseball operations Dan Duquette said on Monday.

Robinson trade was defining moment for O's
(Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:25:00 -0500)
Frank Robinson won the Triple Crown in his first year in Baltimore, leading the American League with a .316 average, 49 home runs and 122 RBIs. Robinson's teammate and fellow Hall of Famer Jim Palmer, who is currently an Orioles broadcaster, shared some special moments and insight from that groundbreaking 1966 season.

Inbox: Expectations for Matusz in 2012?
(Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:43:00 -0500)
What will Brian Matusz's role with the Orioles be in 2012? Is Jeremy Guthrie the favorite to start on Opening Day? O's beat reporter Brittany Ghiroli answers fans' questions.

Orioles set to play Manatees in exhibition game
(Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:14:00 -0500)
The Orioles announced Tuesday that they will play an exhibition game against the State College of Florida at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Fla., on April 3.

Galarraga, Paulino among O's signings
(Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:30:00 -0500)
The Orioles unveiled a list of 14 non-roster invitees to Major League Spring Training on Monday, including a trio of new signings in right-handed pitchers Armando Galarraga and Pat Neshek and catcher Ronny Paulino.

Blog: McClellan, Uehara trade possibilities
(Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:35:49 -0500)


Hall of Famer Robinson injured in fall
(Sun, 29 Jan 2012 11:01:00 -0500)
Hall of Fame third baseman Brooks Robinson suffered a broken clavicle and another fracture to his rear shoulder area when he fell six to eight feet off a stage Friday night, according to the Palm Beach Post.

Johnson named Triple-A Norfolk manager
(Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:15:00 -0500)
The Orioles announced the coaching staffs for each of their seven Minor League affiliates on Thursday, with several new additions -- highlighted by Triple-A Norfolk manager Ron Johnson.

Machado, Bundy represent O's well
(Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:00:00 -0500)
Shortstop Manny Machado was named MLB.com's sixth-best prospect entering 2012, and right-hander Dylan Bundy came in at No. 10 in the rankings, which were unveiled on Wednesday.

Cuban prospect Cespedes declared free agent
(Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:51:00 -0500)
Major League Baseball sent out a notice to clubs on Wednesday, advising them that Cuban outfielder Yoenis Cespedes -- as a resident of the Dominican Republic -- is not subject to the amateur Draft and may now sign as a free agent.

Orioles sign Andino to avoid arbitration
(Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:30:00 -0500)
The Orioles' number of potential arbitration cases dropped to three on Wednesday with the signing of infielder Robert Andino.

Bundys pushing each other to Majors
(Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:27:23 -0500)


Orioles come to terms with free agent Betemit
(Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:25:00 -0500)
The Orioles have agreed to terms with free agent Wilson Betemit on a two-year deal that gives the organization necessary infield/outfield depth, as well as a versatile candidate at designated hitter.

Guthrie tapes application for MLB Fan Cave
(Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:31:15 -0500)


Schoop No. 2 on list of top second-base prospects
(Sun, 22 Jan 2012 10:27:51 -0500)


Duquette, Orioles optimistic at FanFest
(Sat, 21 Jan 2012 19:55:00 -0500)
It was a different vibe at the Orioles' annual FanFest on Saturday, with last year's Derrek Lee addition and rumors of the soon-to-be-signed Vladimir Guerrero giving way to a sense of optimism unmatched in any of the team's more recent campaigns. 2012's unofficial kickoff party at the Baltimore Convention Center was more subdued.

Markakis looks to be ready for Opening Day
(Sat, 21 Jan 2012 17:43:00 -0500)
Nick Markakis expects to be limited in Spring Training until the first week of March, but the Orioles starting right fielder -- who had abdominal surgery on Jan. 6 -- is focused on being 100 percent come Opening Day.

Duquette makes changes to O's front office
(Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:06:00 -0500)
Roughly two months into executive vice president of baseball operations Dan Duquette's regime, the Orioles announced a series of front-office moves Thursday that add clarity and stability to an organization that has undergone a complete overhaul this winter.

O's talking to Galarraga; haven't signed righty
(Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:12:00 -0500)
The Orioles remain in talks with free-agent pitcher Armando Galarraga, although reports that the sides have reached an agreement are premature.

Arrieta expects to be ready for Spring Training
(Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:32:00 -0500)
Orioles pitcher Jake Arrieta threw to a catcher on Monday for the first time since having season-ending surgery in August to remove a bone spur in his right elbow, and he expects to be at 100 percent when Spring Training begins next month.

Machado No. 1 on list of top shortstop prospects
(Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:35:16 -0500)