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Orioles Make First Three Cuts Of Spring Training

The Orioles optioned left-hander pitcher Mike Belfiore to Triple-A Norfolk and reassigned non-roster right-hander Tim Alderson and lefty Nick Additon March 7.

Orioles Bubble Players: One-week Checkpoint

Paul Folkemer takes a look at Eddie Gamboa and other Orioles bubble players whose stock rose or fell during the first week of Grapefruit League play.

COMPETITION FOR ORIOLES' PITCHING STAFF CROWDED

Jim Henneman thinks Troy Patton's 25-game suspension at the beginning of the season will be a blessing in disguise for at least one Orioles reliever.

O'S SIGN JOHAN SANTANA

The Orioles are taking a gamble on veteran left-handed pitcher Johan Santana, an injury-plagued former Cy Young winner who will turn 35 March 13.

WILL JEMILE WEEKS FIND A PLACE ON THE ORIOLES?

Jemile Weeks made a strong first impression during the Orioles' first Grapefruit League game Feb. 28, hitting a double and scoring two runs.

Memories Of Barlow

Stan "The Fan" Charles says he'll remember Orioles PR director Monica Barlow, who passed away Feb. 28 at age 36, for her quiet acts of kindness. > Henneman: Barlow Displayed Own Orioles Magic

ACE CHRIS TILLMAN SOUNDS ABOUT RIGHT

Stan "The Fan" Charles says, if the real Chris Tillman steps up in 2014, the Orioles may not just be printing World Series tickets; they may get to use them.

COULD ORIOLES' RECENT SIGNINGS LEAD TO TRADES?

Jim Henneman predicts a few trades in the Orioles' future, maybe before the end of spring training, to replenish draft picks and minor league talent.

WHAT DOES CRUZ SIGNING MEAN FOR REIMOLD?

The Orioles' addition of Nelson Cruz has complicated the roster picture for a handful of outfield/DH types, perhaps none more so than Nolan Reimold.

Orioles Make First Three Cuts Of Spring Training
Posted on March 7, 2014
The Orioles optioned left-handed pitcher Mike Belfiore to Triple-A Norfolk and reassigned right-hander Tim Alderson and lefty Nick Additon March 7.
Orioles Bubble Players: One-week Checkpoint
Posted on March 6, 2014
Paul Folkemer takes a look at Eddie Gamboa and other Orioles bubble players whose stock rose or fell during the first week of Grapefruit League play.
Competition For Orioles' Pitching Staff Crowded
Posted on March 4, 2014
Jim Henneman thinks Troy Patton's 25-game suspension at the beginning of the season will be a blessing in disguise for at least one Orioles reliever.
Orioles Reportedly Close To Signing LHP Johan Santana
Posted on March 3, 2014
The Orioles might soon take a gamble on veteran left-handed pitcher Johan Santana, an injury-plagued former Cy Young winner who will turn 35 March 13.
Will Jemile Weeks Find A Place On The Orioles?
Posted on February 28, 2014
Jemile Weeks made a strong first impression during the Orioles' first Grapefruit League game Feb. 28, hitting a double and scoring two runs.
Monica Barlow Displayed Own Version Of Orioles Magic
Posted on February 28, 2014
Jim Henneman says Orioles PR director Monica Barlow's battle against lung cancer, before her Feb. 28 death, was its own version of Orioles Magic.
Orioles PR Director Monica Barlow Exits The Stadium
Posted on February 28, 2014
Stan "The Fan" Charles says he'll remember Orioles PR director Monica Barlow, who passed away Feb. 28 at age 36, for her quiet acts of kindness.
Ace Chris Tillman Sounds About Right
Posted on February 26, 2014
Stan "The Fan" says, if the real Chris Tillman steps up in 2014, the Orioles may not just be printing World Series tickets; they may get to use them.
Could Orioles' Recent Signings Lead To Trades?
Posted on February 25, 2014
Jim Henneman predicts a few trades in the Orioles' future, maybe before the end of spring training, to replenish draft picks and minor league talent.