Huff on Track for His Best Season Ever
Orioles' designated hitter Aubrey Huff is well on his way to matching or surpassing the best two seasons of his career.
• Orioles' Week in Review

Olson Tries to See Demotion as Plus
Garrett Olson is back in Triple-A Norfolk, where he can hopefully work out his recent struggles in the Tides’ rotation.

Baysox Playoff Bound
The Bowie Baysox have officially made it to the postseason for the first time in 11 years, clinching a spot in the Eastern League playoffs last week.

IronBirds Struggle, Kolodny Shines
Aberdeen still has some work to do if it wants to have a shot at the New York-Penn League playoffs. 

Orioles Introduce Matusz
The Orioles introduced first-round draft pick Brian Matusz Friday night.

Matusz Will Get Richer If Success Comes Early
Gambling that a polished college left-hander would soon be rotation-ready, the Orioles met Brian Matusz’s demands for a major league contract, signing their first-round June draft choice to a four-year deal that guarantees him $3,472,500.
• Orioles' Week in Review

Shorebirds' Secret to Success: 'Enjoy'
Atmosphere is what it’s all about at Arthur H. Perdue stadium in Salisbury, home of the Orioles’ Single-A affiliate Delmarva Shorebirds, and the fans relish it.

Payton Waited; Now He Has Chance
With Adam Jones on the disabled list with a fractured left foot, Jay Payton now finds himself as the everyday center fielder.
• Orioles' Week in Review | Around the Horn 

Castillo Struggles to Stay at Top of Elusive Ladder
Now 33, Orioles reliever Alberto Castillo's long road to the major leagues started at the age of 9 when he began playing baseball in his native Cuba.

Bowie Looks Solid For Playoff Berth
The Bowie Baysox haven’t made the playoffs in 11 years, but the Orioles’ Double-A affiliate is in good shape to end that dry spell this season.

Mora Turning a Corner
Whether you critique Melvin Mora’s 2008 season as a success or a disappointment depends on how you view the third baseman’s past campaigns.
• Orioles' Week in Review | Around the Horn 

Family Ties
For minor league baseball players, host families offer more than just a place to stay.

Reimold Has Eyes on Major Promotion
Marred by injury and inconsistency but spurred on by promise, Nolan Reimold is making progress in the Orioles' farm system.

Orioles Relive Magical Season
More than 20 former players, coaches and front office staff converged on Camden Yards July 23 to mark the 25th anniversary of the Orioles’ last World Series title and appearance
• Orioles' Week in Review | Around the Horn  

MacPhail and O’s Stand Pat, Look Toward Future Deals
While Andy MacPhail received several offers and inquiries from interested clubs leading up to Thursday’s 4 p.m. non-waiver trade deadline, he said there was never a deal that moved past the opening dialogue.

For Starters, Orioles Make Pitching Changes
In search of more quality starts, the Orioles have optioned Radhames Liz to Triple-A Norfolk, activated Jamie Walker.

Tides Are Awash In Calls That Erode Young Staff
Norfolk’s 4.50 team ERA and 1.46 WHIP ranks only ahead of Richmond for worst in the league, thanks to injuries, inconsistencies and plentiful promotions to the major leagues.
• Minor League Notebook

Family, Passion Fuels Snyder's Big League Dream
Brandon Snyder looks forward to a bright future with the Orioles organization and is eager to help the team in any way he can.

After Slow Start, Widlansky Hitting His Stride In Aberdeen
Robbie Widlansky has been one of Aberdeen’s hottest hitters of late after beginning the year just 4-for-39. He is batting .355 in the last 10 games with nine RBIs, six extra-base hits and five runs scored.

Trade Winds Blowing
With the non-waiver trade deadline at 4 p.m. Thursday, the Orioles player that is brought up more than anyone else is closer George Sherrill, as both the Brewers and the Cardinals have been rumored to have interest.

Markakis Cut Path; Jones Following It
Adam Jones and Nick Markakis both stand tall in the Orioles’ clubhouse. The Birds’ outfield boasts the two young stars this season, a pair projected to be the foundation of the team's future.
• Orioles' Week in Review | Around the Horn  

Pitching Career Over, Loewen to Try Lumber
Faced with another elbow surgery and lengthy rehab, the Orioles and Adam Loewen will try to revive the pitcher's career as an outfielder.

Sherrill Plays Down Role in All-Star Game
Recapping his experiences at the All-Star Game at Yankee Stadium last week, George Sherrill displayed just the right blend of professionalism and icon worship.

Memory Lane
Hall of Famer Al Kaline, one of this city's forgotten superstars, reunites with some old Baltimore baseball buddies.

Minor League Stars Provide Trade Bonus
The Orioles’ best acquisitions in the Erik Bedard trade may be a few years away from the majors, as Chris Tillman, Tony Butler and Kam Mickolio make their way through the O's farm system. 

Snyder Bat Bolsters Keys
The Frederick Keys are still struggling, but three local players, Brandon Snyder, Brandon Erbe and Paul Winterling, are helping the team find some success.

Arrieta To Live Olympic Dream
O's farmhand Jake Arrieta will be away from Frederick for an extended period this summer, but for good reason. The righty is headed to Beijing for Team USA.

Slump Casts Cloud On Second Half
The Orioles limped to the All-Star break losing eight of their last 10 and now find themselves three games under .500 at 45-48.
• Orioles' Week in Review | Around the Horn  

Fahey Knows Better Bat Will Keep Him In Big Time
Since being recalled from Triple-A Norfolk and inserted into the lineup after Alex Cintron went down with a hamstring injury, Brandon Fahey’s bat has awakened.

Johnson: Ready, Willing and Able in Setup Role
Orioles fans only catch a glimpse of him every two games or so, but when they do, they know Jim Johnson will be nearly lights out when he takes the mound.

Frederick A Family Affair For Snyder
Hailing from nearby Chantilly, Va., Frederick Keys first baseman Brandon Snyder is able to see his family on a regular basis and get back home now and then.

Teammates Say Sherrill Deserves Call
For Orioles closer George Sherrill, hearing that he had been named to the All-Star team reminded him of getting called to the big leagues for the first time.
• Orioles' Week in Review | Around the Horn  

Deadlines Near, MacPhail Ponders Art of the Deal
Despite the fact that they have exceeded expectations, the Orioles are still in rebuilding mode, and the Orioles do possess attractive commodities that can help other clubs as the July 31 non-waiver trading deadline approaches.

Eye on the Ball
PressBox presents a close-up look at the good old American baseball -- manufactured by Rawlings, sewn in Costa Rica, shipped to the United States, stamped with Bud Selig’s signature and rubbed in some Delaware River mud.

Rowell Must Prove He's More Than Show
Billy Rowell, the ninth pick in the 2006 draft, is out to prove he's the real deal and silence the whispers about his work ethic, being overmatched and the demotion.
 
Baysox Send Four to All-Star Game
The Bowie Baysox capped a good first half of their Double-A Eastern League season with four selections for the July 16 All-Star Game: pitchers Chris Tillman and Brad Bergesen, outfielder Luis Montanez and infielder Jeff Nettles.

Roberts Key to Orioles' Success
After an offseason of trade rumors, Brian Roberts has been the spark plug for an Orioles team that has exceeded expectations through the first half of the season.
• Orioles' Week in Review | Around the Horn  

The Return of John T. Shelby
Back in the city that originally selected him in the 1977 free agent draft, Orioles first base coach John "T-Bone" Shelby has brought his family man style to the clubhouse and to his role as mentor to Adam Jones.

Penn's Major Goal Not Easy to Attain
For Hayden Penn it seems like it was only a moment ago, but it has been three years since Penn made his major league debut. 

Bowie Strong-Arms Way to Contention
The Bowie Baysox are finding baseball success the old-fashioned way, relying heavily on good pitching.