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White Sox snap their 12-game skid with an 8-1 win over Baltimore
Read full article: White Sox snap their 12-game skid with an 8-1 win over BaltimoreJonathan Cannon pitched into the sixth inning and the Chicago White Sox homered three times, snapping their 12-game losing streak with an 8-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.
Ohtani homers and has 2 steals in Dodgers' 6-4 win over Orioles. He and his dog handle first pitch
Read full article: Ohtani homers and has 2 steals in Dodgers' 6-4 win over Orioles. He and his dog handle first pitchTeoscar Hernández hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the third inning, Shohei Ohtani went deep leading off the game on his second bobblehead night and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-4.
Orioles catcher James McCann shrugs off fastball to face, stays in game after being bloodied
Read full article: Orioles catcher James McCann shrugs off fastball to face, stays in game after being bloodiedOrioles catcher James McCann was struck in the face with a fastball and was treated for a severe nosebleed before staying in the game.
Benches clear in the 9th inning as the Yankees top the Orioles in a matchup of slumping contenders
Read full article: Benches clear in the 9th inning as the Yankees top the Orioles in a matchup of slumping contendersBenches cleared in the bottom of the ninth inning in Baltimore after Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad was hit in the helmet by a 97 mph pitch from New York Yankees closer Clay Holmes.
Judge, Harper elected to start in All-Star Game as top vote-getters in 1st round of fan balloting
Read full article: Judge, Harper elected to start in All-Star Game as top vote-getters in 1st round of fan ballotingNew York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge and Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper were elected to start in the July 16 All-Star Game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.
Orioles hold off Yankees 7-6 in 10 innings after Gerrit Cole makes his season debut for New York
Read full article: Orioles hold off Yankees 7-6 in 10 innings after Gerrit Cole makes his season debut for New YorkCedric Mullins hit a tiebreaking single in the 10th inning and scored on a throwing error to help the Baltimore Orioles hold off the New York Yankees 7-6 in a wild finish.
Orioles survive ChiSox rally, win 8-6 in a game that ended with infield fly and interference call
Read full article: Orioles survive ChiSox rally, win 8-6 in a game that ended with infield fly and interference callJorge Mateo hit a go-ahead, three-run homer and the Baltimore Orioles withstood a late Chicago comeback try and beat the White Sox 8-6 Thursday night in a game that ended on an infield fly and an interference call.
After a rookie renaissance the past couple years, some top prospects have struggled this season
Read full article: After a rookie renaissance the past couple years, some top prospects have struggled this seasonJust when it appeared baseball’s young standouts had mastered the transition from Triple-A to the majors, a few of the game’s prized prospects showed up and went through a humbling experience.
Orioles owner takes a turn in the Camden Yards 'Splash Zone' -- and the team quickly scores twice
Read full article: Orioles owner takes a turn in the Camden Yards 'Splash Zone' -- and the team quickly scores twiceNew Orioles owner David Rubenstein has turned out to be quite a rally starter at Camden Yards.
Orioles send former No. 1 pick Jackson Holliday back to minors after he hit .059 in 10 MLB games
Read full article: Orioles send former No. 1 pick Jackson Holliday back to minors after he hit .059 in 10 MLB gamesHighly touted prospect Jackson Holliday has been optioned to the minor leagues by the Baltimore Orioles after starting his big league career with a disappointing thud.
Mets closer Edwin Díaz is set for spring debut after freak WBC injury a year ago
Read full article: Mets closer Edwin Díaz is set for spring debut after freak WBC injury a year agoNew York Mets closer Edwin Díaz is set to appear in a game for the first time since tearing a patellar tendon during the 2023 World Baseball Classic.
Baltimore's Brandon Hyde, Miami's Skip Schumaker win Manager of the Year honors
Read full article: Baltimore's Brandon Hyde, Miami's Skip Schumaker win Manager of the Year honorsBrandon Hyde was voted American League Manager of the Year after guiding the Baltimore Orioles to an AL-best 101 victories just two years after a 110-loss season.
Orioles GM Mike Elias says team will keep 'foot on the gas pedal' after 101 wins and AL East title
Read full article: Orioles GM Mike Elias says team will keep 'foot on the gas pedal' after 101 wins and AL East titleOrioles general manager Mike Elias and manager Brandon Hyde met with reporters two days after Baltimore was eliminated by Texas in the AL Division Series.
Israeli-American pitcher Kremer making 1st playoff start for Orioles while family affected by war
Read full article: Israeli-American pitcher Kremer making 1st playoff start for Orioles while family affected by warIsraeli-American pitcher Dean Kremer will make his first career playoff start for the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night while thinking about family members in Israel.
The Orioles and Rangers took different paths to recover after losing over 100 games in 2021
Read full article: The Orioles and Rangers took different paths to recover after losing over 100 games in 2021In two years, the Baltimore Orioles and Texas Rangers went from triple-digit losses to the postseason.
Orioles clinch the AL East title with their 100th win of the season, 2-0 over Red Sox
Read full article: Orioles clinch the AL East title with their 100th win of the season, 2-0 over Red SoxAnthony Santander homered in the first, DL Hall worked out of a sixth-inning jam and the Baltimore Orioles clinched the AL East title with a 2-0 victory over the Boston Red Sox.
Mullins hits 3-run homer in 9th to lift Orioles to 8-7 win over Astros
Read full article: Mullins hits 3-run homer in 9th to lift Orioles to 8-7 win over AstrosCedric Mullins hit a three-run homer in the ninth inning to rally the Baltimore Orioles past the Houston Astros 8-7 in a matchup of American League division leaders.
Rays open series in Baltimore with 4-3 victory, pull within game of Orioles in AL East
Read full article: Rays open series in Baltimore with 4-3 victory, pull within game of Orioles in AL EastLuke Raley hit a tiebreaking homer in the seventh inning, and Tampa Bay’s remarkable bullpen retired everyone it faced in the Rays’ 4-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday night in the opener of a huge series at Camden Yards.
Cedric Mullins robs homer in 9th, hits 2-run shot in 10th; AL-best Orioles beat Mariners 5-3
Read full article: Cedric Mullins robs homer in 9th, hits 2-run shot in 10th; AL-best Orioles beat Mariners 5-3Cedric Mullins robbed Ty France of a homer in the ninth inning and hit a two-run homer in the 10th, and the AL-best Baltimore Orioles beat the Seattle Mariners in extra innings for the second straight day, 5-3.
Kyle Tucker's 9th-inning grand slam off Félix Bautista lifts Astros to 7-6 victory over Orioles
Read full article: Kyle Tucker's 9th-inning grand slam off Félix Bautista lifts Astros to 7-6 victory over OriolesKyle Tucker’s grand slam off Félix Bautista in the top of the ninth inning gave the Houston Astros a 7-6 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.
Aaron Judge has a homer and 3 hits in his 2nd game back to help the Yankees top the Orioles 8-3
Read full article: Aaron Judge has a homer and 3 hits in his 2nd game back to help the Yankees top the Orioles 8-3Aaron Judge homered and singled twice in his second game back from the injured list and the New York Yankees topped the Baltimore Orioles 8-3.
Orioles take solo lead of AL East with 4-3 win over Rays
Read full article: Orioles take solo lead of AL East with 4-3 win over RaysColton Cowser hit a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning, and the AL East-leading Baltimore Orioles beat the Tampa Bay Rays 4-3 in the opener of a four-game series between the American League’s top teams.
Cameraman injured at Yankee Stadium by wild throw has an orbital fracture
Read full article: Cameraman injured at Yankee Stadium by wild throw has an orbital fractureBaltimore shortstop Gunnar Henderson and New York manager Aaron Boone spoke Thursday with Pete Stendel, the YES Network cameraman who sustained an orbital fracture when he was hit by Henderson’s errant throw Wednesday night.
Cowser a hit in his MLB debut as Kremer pitches the scuffling Orioles past the Yankees 6-3
Read full article: Cowser a hit in his MLB debut as Kremer pitches the scuffling Orioles past the Yankees 6-3Touted prospect Colton Cowser hit an RBI single in his major league debut and scored the go-ahead run when fellow rookie Jordan Westburg followed with a two-run triple, sending Dean Kremer and the Baltimore Orioles past the New York Yankees 6-3.
Veteran skippers Francona, Showalter voted Managers of Year
Read full article: Veteran skippers Francona, Showalter voted Managers of YearTerry Francona of the Cleveland Guardians and Buck Showalter of the New York Mets have been voted Managers of the Year, improving the already sparkling resumes of both veteran baseball leaders.
Mateo lifts Orioles past Boston in MLB Little League Classic
Read full article: Mateo lifts Orioles past Boston in MLB Little League ClassicJorge Mateo lined a bases-loaded double to left field in the eighth inning, driving in three runs and sparking the Baltimore Orioles to a 5-3 win over the Boston Red Sox in front of hundreds of cheering Little League World Series players from around the world.
Kids Again: Red Sox, Orioles cardboard race Little Leaguers
Read full article: Kids Again: Red Sox, Orioles cardboard race Little LeaguersThe Boston Red Sox and Baltimore Orioles spent most of Sunday meeting kids from around the globe playing in the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
Orioles beat Cubs 7-1, extend winning streak to 10 games
Read full article: Orioles beat Cubs 7-1, extend winning streak to 10 gamesAnthony Santander hit a two-run double to spark Baltimore’s three-run first inning, Spenser Watkins and four relievers scattered six hits and the Orioles extended their winning streak to 10 games with a 7-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs.
Nevin family: O's win 7th in row, Angels drop 10 under .500
Read full article: Nevin family: O's win 7th in row, Angels drop 10 under .500Dean Kremer combined with four relievers on a five-hitter, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Los Angeles Angels 1-0 for their first seven-game winning streak in five years.
Pineda exits after liner breaks finger, Tigers blank O's 3-0
Read full article: Pineda exits after liner breaks finger, Tigers blank O's 3-0Tigers starter Michael Pineda exited early after a line drive broke a finger on his pitching hand and the Detroit dominated the rest of the way, teaming on a four-hitter to beat the Baltimore Orioles 3-0.
Bannon singles on 1st big league pitch, O's top Cards 3-2
Read full article: Bannon singles on 1st big league pitch, O's top Cards 3-2Rylan Bannon became just the third Baltimore player since 2000 to get a hit on the first pitch of his big league career, Jorge Mateo and Anthony Bemboom homered and the Orioles beat the St. Louis Cardinals 3-2.
Yanks toss it away in 9th, fall to Hays, Orioles 3-2 in 10th
Read full article: Yanks toss it away in 9th, fall to Hays, Orioles 3-2 in 10thYankees reliever Clay Holmes threw a wild pitch with two outs in the ninth inning that let the tying run score, then Austin Hays chopped an RBI single in the 10th that lifted the Baltimore Orioles to a 3-2 win and dropped New York back in the AL wild-card race.
Sale makes first appearance since 2019; Sox pound O's 16-2
Read full article: Sale makes first appearance since 2019; Sox pound O's 16-2Bolstered by Chris Sale’s first major league appearance in just over two years, the Boston Red Sox hit five homers while pounding Baltimore 16-2, handing the Orioles their 10th straight loss.
Miguel Cabrera hits 499th homer, Tigers handle Orioles 5-2
Read full article: Miguel Cabrera hits 499th homer, Tigers handle Orioles 5-2Miguel Cabrera hit his 499th career home run, part of a three-hit night for the Detroit slugger that helped the Tigers hand the Baltimore Orioles their seventh straight loss, 5-2.
Phillips' slam caps Rays' comeback in 9-6 win over Orioles
Read full article: Phillips' slam caps Rays' comeback in 9-6 win over OriolesBrett Phillips capped his first career two-homer game with a tiebreaking grand slam in the eighth inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays rallied to beat the Baltimore Orioles 9-6 for a three-game sweep.
LEADING OFF: Alvarez carries U.S. flag, big rivalries abound
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Alvarez carries U.S. flag, big rivalries aboundMiami Marlins infielder Eddy Alvarez and four-time Olympic women’s basketball gold medalist Sue Bird will be the U.S. flag bearers for the opening ceremonies of the Tokyo Games.
Ohtani homers twice, scores winning run, Angels beat O's 8-7
Read full article: Ohtani homers twice, scores winning run, Angels beat O's 8-7Shohei Ohtani went deep twice to reach 30 home runs on the season and then scored the winning run on Jared Walsh’s two-out single in the ninth inning, giving the Los Angeles Angels an 8-7 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.
LEADING OFF: MLB eases protocols, Altuve on power tear
Read full article: LEADING OFF: MLB eases protocols, Altuve on power tearMajor League Baseball has taken another big step in relaxing coronavirus regulations, allowing fully vaccinated players and staff to stop wearing masks in dugouts, bullpens and clubhouses, according to a memo sent by the league and players’ association.
Indians shake off Bieber injury; O's 16th straight road loss
Read full article: Indians shake off Bieber injury; O's 16th straight road lossJosé Ramírez picked up a pair of RBIs made possible by Baltimore blunders in the field and the Cleveland Indians extended the Orioles’ road losing streak to 16 straight games with a 4-3 win.
Orioles end 14-game skid, Mullins keys 7-4 win over Twins
Read full article: Orioles end 14-game skid, Mullins keys 7-4 win over TwinsCedric Mullins got two hits, scored two runs and made a sensational catch in center field, helping the Baltimore Orioles snap their 14-game losing streak with a 7-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins.
Refsnyder, Twins hand Orioles 14th straight loss, 3-2 in 10
Read full article: Refsnyder, Twins hand Orioles 14th straight loss, 3-2 in 10Rob Refsnyder bounced back from a run-in with the center-field fence to score the go-ahead run in the 10th inning on a wild pitch and the Minnesota Twins handed the Baltimore Orioles their 14th straight loss, 3-2.
LEADING OFF: Giants-Dodgers, Tribe plays 2, deGrom at night
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Giants-Dodgers, Tribe plays 2, deGrom at nightThe finale of an entertaining four-game series between longtime rivals features an excellent pitching matchup Sunday at Dodger Stadium between Giants right-hander Kevin Gausman and Los Angeles lefty Clayton Kershaw.
LEADING OFF: Padres depleted by virus, Harvey vs Mets
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Padres depleted by virus, Harvey vs MetsSan Diego shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. and outfielder Wil Myers tested positive for COVID-19, and the Padres are shorthanded heading into a doubleheader Wednesday against Colorado at Coors Field.
Oakland's 13-game winning streak ends, Orioles romp 8-1
Read full article: Oakland's 13-game winning streak ends, Orioles romp 8-1Oakland’s 13-game winning streak ended as Austin Hays hit a pair of home runs, starter John Means had another stellar performance and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Athletics 8-1.
A's extend win streak to 13 with 7-2 victory over Orioles
Read full article: A's extend win streak to 13 with 7-2 victory over OriolesJed Lowrie hit a three-run homer and the Oakland Athletics won their 13th straight game, building a big lead early and beating the Baltimore Orioles 7-2 on a rainy night.
Hamels yields 3 runs in Braves debut, a 5-1 loss to Orioles
Read full article: Hamels yields 3 runs in Braves debut, a 5-1 loss to OriolesAtlanta Braves starting pitcher Cole Hamels throws a pitch to the Baltimore Orioles during the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2020, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)BALTIMORE – Cole Hamels finally got on the mound in an Atlanta uniform, allowing three runs to the Baltimore Orioles before reaching his predetermined pitch count in the fourth inning, and the Braves struggled offensively in a 5-1 loss Wednesday night. The 36-year-old Hamels signed a one-year contract with Atlanta in December and was expected to be a major contributor in the rotation. Adding to Hamels' frustration was that he had made at least 20 starts in each of his previous 14 seasons. Snitker said Fried would have started the series finale against the Orioles if Hamels wasn't already penciled in.
Stewart hits 2 HRs to help Orioles beat Cole and Yankees 6-1
Read full article: Stewart hits 2 HRs to help Orioles beat Cole and Yankees 6-1New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole throws during the second inning of the team's baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles, Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, in Baltimore. Cole (4-3) lost a third straight start for the first time since July 30-Aug. 10, 2018, with Houston. Cole struck out eight of the first nine batters he faced, the exception a grounder to shortstop by Ryan Mountcastle. Stewart was 0 for 17 this season before leading off with a drive over the right-field wall. Orioles: Hyde chose to wait to see how this game impacted his pitching staff before naming a starter for Sunday.
Strasburg hit hard in debut; O's-Nats suspended after rain
Read full article: Strasburg hit hard in debut; O's-Nats suspended after rainWashington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg throws during the second inning of a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles in Washington, Sunday, Aug. 9, 2020. Baltimore strung together a double, four singles and a walk, including Hanser Albertos two-run double and Anthony Santanders two-run single. We are not making any firm announcement, but I would imagine he is going to take the mound on Tuesday, Rizzo said. UP NEXTOrioles: Open a three-game series at the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday. That will be followed by series at Baltimore and Atlanta.
Marlins beat Orioles 8-7 to complete stunning 4-game sweep
Read full article: Marlins beat Orioles 8-7 to complete stunning 4-game sweepMiami Marlins' Francisco Cervelli (29) greets Jesus Aguilar, back, after they both scored on a Brian Anderson single during the third inning of a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles, Thursday, Aug. 6, 2020, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Marlins beat Orioles 8-7 to complete stunning 4-game sweep
Read full article: Marlins beat Orioles 8-7 to complete stunning 4-game sweep(AP Photo/Nick Wass)BALTIMORE Jonathan Villar hit a first-pitch leadoff homer to spark a robust offensive performance by the Miami Marlins, who beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-7 Thursday night to complete a startling four-game sweep and make Don Mattingly the winningest manager in franchise history. In their first three wins in the series, Miami relied on exceptional pitching in victories by scores of 4-0, 1-0 and 2-1. NO STARCHKintzler found an alternate use for the ironing board in his hotel room while being quarantined in Philadelphia. I needed to figure out how I could simulate a workout, so I got the ironing board out and started taking the tops off the coffee tables," Kintzler revealed Thursday. They were heavy stones, so I would add them to the ironing board and carry it around like a front rack.
Triumphant return for retooled Marlins, who beat Orioles 4-0
Read full article: Triumphant return for retooled Marlins, who beat Orioles 4-0Miami Marlins catcher Francisco Cervelli, center, reacts he engages with teammates in a social distant celebration after defeating the Baltimore Orioles 4-0 during a baseball game, Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)BALTIMORE After enduring one final delay in their effort to return from an eight-day, coronavirus-induced hiatus, the Miami Marlins found enough power and pitching within their vastly overhauled roster to beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-0 Tuesday night. After the final out, the Marlins lined up and did air high-fives in which they didnt make contact with their hands. In this anything goes, wacky baseball season, Miami will be the home team for the final two games of this four-game series. Orioles: Alex Cobb (1-0, 2.89 ERA) gets his third start of the season, followed by Asher Wojciechowski (0-1, 7.20).
Yankees make most of schedule change, defeat Orioles 9-3
Read full article: Yankees make most of schedule change, defeat Orioles 9-3New York Yankees' Aaron Judge (99) greets DJ LeMahieu, right, after LaMahieu hit a solo home run off Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Asher Wojciechowski during the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, July 29, 2020, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Yankees make most of schedule change, defeat Orioles 9-3
Read full article: Yankees make most of schedule change, defeat Orioles 9-3New York Yankees' Aaron Judge (99) greets DJ LeMahieu, right, after LaMahieu hit a solo home run off Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Asher Wojciechowski during the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, July 29, 2020, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)BALTIMORE If the New York Yankees must adjust on the fly to a sudden change in the schedule, there's no team they'd rather face than the Baltimore Orioles. So Major League Baseball thrust the Yankees and Orioles together while the Marlins and Phillies recover. I thought our mindset was really good," New York manager Aaron Boone said of the team's need to change direction without much notice. Orioles: Means was 0-2 with a 12.27 ERA in two starts against the Yankees as a rookie last year.
Quick pivots in schedule needed in MLB coronavirus season
Read full article: Quick pivots in schedule needed in MLB coronavirus seasonBecause the Philadelphia had just played the Marlins, the Phillies are sidelined, too, through Friday as a precaution pending the incubation period. That left a void in the schedule of the New York Yankees, who were scheduled for four games against the Phillies this week. Baltimore had been slated to play four games against the Marlins this week, two on the road followed by two at home. New Yorks four games against Philadelphia are being rescheduled for next week, the first two at Yankee Stadium. The hotel had been closed, said Ben Tuliebitz, the Yankees director of team travel and player services.
Cobb strong in return to mound, Orioles beat Red Sox 7-2
Read full article: Cobb strong in return to mound, Orioles beat Red Sox 7-2Baltimore Orioles' Alex Cobb pitches against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning of a baseball game, Saturday, July 25, 2020, in Boston. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)BOSTON Anthony Santander and Renato Nez each drove in two runs and the Baltimore Orioles held off the Boston Red Sox 7-2 on Saturday to even their season-opening series. Prez (0-1) lasted just five innings in his Red Sox debut, giving up five runs on six hits and walking two. The Red Sox were just 1 for 7 with runners in scoring position, stranding 10 runners on base. Red Sox: Right-hander Ryan Weber made his first opening day roster this season after beginning the last four in Triple-A.
As MLB 60-game season draws near, careful optimism prevails
Read full article: As MLB 60-game season draws near, careful optimism prevailsSeveral stars chose not to participate from the start, and rarely a day goes by without a positive COVID-19 test in one camp or another. But here we are, mere days from launching a season that's unique in almost every way. But Hyde remains hopeful that the season will start on time and go the distance. While there's reason for optimism, the stark truth is that COVID-19 is not going away. They still have a chance to play this season, manager Don Mattingly said.
Mets' deGrom, Cubs' Rizzo dealing with back issues
Read full article: Mets' deGrom, Cubs' Rizzo dealing with back issuesNew York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (48) winds up while delivering a pitch during a simulated game, part of the Mets summer training camp workout at Citi Field, Thursday, July 9, 2020, in New York. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)CHICAGO Opening day is next week, and there is concern for New York Mets ace Jacob deGrom and Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo because of back issues. The Mets sent deGrom for an MRI on Wednesday after the right-hander pitched just one inning in a summer camp appearance due to back tightness. Rizzo and deGrom are considered day to day. If deGrom is unable to go on opening day against Atlanta on July 24, Marcus Stroman or Steven Matz could get the ball.
Major league teams try to ramp up the competition in camp
Read full article: Major league teams try to ramp up the competition in campSo teams are trying as best they can to ramp up the competitiveness of summer camps conducted in isolation. Several teams announced upcoming exhibition games, including Houston at Kansas City, Kansas City at St. Louis, and Cleveland against Pittsburgh. Catcher Omar Narvaez and outfielder Avisail Garcia will draft teams for matchups designed to approximate the intensity of regular-season games. St. Louis Cardinals reliever Jordan Hicks opted out of playing this season, citing underlying health concerns. POSTPONEDThe St. Louis Cardinals' Hall of Fame induction ceremony has been postponed because of the virus.
More positive tests, canceled workouts add to MLB unease
Read full article: More positive tests, canceled workouts add to MLB uneaseThe San Francisco Giants suspended workouts at Oracle Park as they awaited the results of weekend tests for the coronavirus. Rodriguez, who broke out in 2019 as a star, and Red Sox prospect Bobby Dalbec tested positive for the virus. Manager Ron Roenicke said it is just unfortunate the positive test could jeopardize Rodriguezs chances to start on opening day. Also, the Kansas City Royals announced right-hander Brad Keller and first baseman Ryan OHearn had positive tests and gave the team permission to announce the results. Some Washington players did not take part in workouts, including Starlin Castro, Juan Soto, Howie Kendrick and Victor Robles.
Tough day for MLB: Price out, Freeman positive, Tanaka hurt
Read full article: Tough day for MLB: Price out, Freeman positive, Tanaka hurt(AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)Freddie Freeman tests positive for COVID-19. Due to concerns about medical privacy laws, MLB isnt making a practice of disclosing which players test positive. For example, Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde said the team doesnt intend to reveal to the general public if anyone has tested positive. In the Braves case, the four players who tested positive permitted Snitker to reveal their names. Freeman joins Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon as four-time All-Stars who have tested positive.
Trout uncertain, All-Star Game off as MLB gets back on field
Read full article: Trout uncertain, All-Star Game off as MLB gets back on fieldAt Citi Field, Mets two-time Cy Young Award winner Jacob deGrom ran sprints by himself in shallow right field, then grabbed his personal bag of baseballs to throw off a bullpen mound. Major League Baseball said the All-Star Game, scheduled for July 14 at Dodger Stadium, has been canceled. You have to come down to the field one way and back off the field another way, Tigers pitcher Michael Fulmer said. When Rougned Odor pulled a home run into the right field seats in an intrasquad game, there was a smattering of applause. Im kind of expecting weird, expecting things to be different, manager Chris Woodward said later.