Baseball
Fantasy Baseball Waiver-Wire Targets: April 20, 2018
Phil Backert surveys the fantasy baseball waiver wire, and he suggests owners target Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Mallex Smith.
Alex Cobb's Orioles Career Has Gotten Off To A Rocky Start
In his first two starts with the Orioles, Alex Cobb has allowed 15 runs, 12 of them earned, on 20 hits in seven innings.
Orioles' 2018 Season Continues To Be Troubling
With three weeks of the 2018 season complete, the Baltimore Orioles have won just five games, losing five of their first six series of the year.
Cal Ripken Jr. Receives 'Great Americans' Medal At Smithsonian
Orioles legend Cal Ripken Jr. was honored with a "Great Americans" medal from the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, reminiscing about his playing days and sharing stories about the streak.
Despite Lack Of Run Support Dylan Bundy Continues To Dominate
Orioles right-hander Dylan Bundy hasn't recorded a win this season, but he is among the league leaders with a 1.40 ERA. He has struck out 31 batters in 25.2 innings while yielding just one home run.
Fantasy Baseball Risers, Fallers: April 16, 2018
Phil Backert highlights the top fantasy baseball risers and fallers of the past week, from Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt to Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes.
Stan 'The Fan' Charles' MLB Power Rankings: April 16, 2018
Where do the Baltimore Orioles stand in Stan "The Fan" Charles' latest MLB power rankings?
Orioles Newcomer Andrew Cashner Embraces His Edge
"I just like to compete, and I feel like if I can elevate other people's games around me, it's just going to make us better as a team," Orioles right-hander Andrew Cashner said.
Orioles' Inability To Get On Base Continues To Hinder Club
While most point to the Orioles' starting pitching as their biggest issue year after year, Stan "The Fan" Charles says the team's lack of on-base productivity has been the biggest issue.
Orioles' 2018 Season Hinges On An Improved Starting Rotation
While there will be no shortage of storylines throughout the Orioles' 2018 season, Dan Connolly says what kind of year Baltimore has hinges on one thing: starting pitching.
Fifty Years Ago, Baseball Took A Back Seat To Tragic Moments
Jim Henneman recalls covering an exhibition series between the Baltimore Orioles and Atlanta Braves in April 1968, when Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated.
10 Questions With Orioles RHP Kevin Gausman
PressBox caught up with Orioles right-hander Kevin Gausman to discuss his favorite pregame meal, movie and karaoke song.
The 15: Baltimore Athletes Who Never Were
In honor of Ryan Grant's almost Ravens career, Glenn Clark looks at 15 Baltimore athletes who never were, from Dexter Fowler to Grant Balfour to Dwayne Haskins
Aberdeen IronBirds Will Become The Star-Spangled Banners To Honor Military
The Aberdeen IronBirds will change their name to the Star-Spangled Banners every Sunday home game and Aug. 9 as part of an effort to honor the military and celebrate Maryland.
Photo Of The Month: Opening Day Walk-Off
PressBox's April Photo of the Month looks back at the Orioles' walk-off win on Opening Day.
Orioles Drop Third Straight In Frigid Boston
"You can't feel your hands or the ball and it is what it is," Buck Showalter said after the Orioles' 3-1 loss to the Red Sox in 30-degree weather. "I really don't want to use the weather as an excuse, and I know our guys don't either, but it's really tough to play in."
Alex Cobb Disappoints In First Outing As An Oriole
"That lineup is red hot, and they were teeing off on some really bad pitches. … I just didn't come through today on my end," said Alex Cobb, who allowed eight runs on 10 hits in 3.2 innings during the Orioles' 10-3 loss to the Red Sox.
Orioles Place Jonathan Schoop On DL With Oblique Strain
Orioles second baseman Jonathan Schoop has been placed on the 10-day disabled list with a strained right oblique muscle.
Orioles RHP Chris Tillman: 'I've Got To Get Better, Period'
"I've got to get better, period," said Chris Tillman, who allowed six runs on seven hits in two-plus innings during the Orioles' 7-3 loss to the Red Sox. "I'm not happy with the way it's going, and I just have to get better."
Fantasy Baseball Waiver-Wire Targets: April 13, 2018
Phil Backert surveys the fantasy baseball waiver wire, and he suggests owners target New York Mets shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera.
