Bergesen's start and things to watch for…
Brad Bergesen threw for Triple-A Norfolk tonight, and yielded two runs over five solid innings against Lehigh Valley. He allowed five hits and a walk and struck out four. Pitching on three days rest...
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When he was designated for assignment on June 13, Oakland’s Jake Fox told MLB.com’s Jane Lee he expected the move. “I never showed them what I can do,” said Fox, who hit .214 with a .264 OBP in 106...
View ArticleWhat now with Atkins?
It’s the million-dollar question lately. Acquiring Jake Fox via today’s trade is pretty much the nail in the coffin on Garrett Atkins’ already-depleted playing time. This is purely speculation, but...
View ArticleAtkins safe, Montanez to DL
Update: Interim manager Juan Samuel confirmed Lou Montanez did something to his oblique the other day and will likely go on the DL post game to clear a spot for Bergesen. Garrett Atkins is in the...
View ArticleOrioles/Nats game 1 lineups and tidbits
By now you know, the Garrett Atkins Era is still in full swing in Baltimore. Although, he told me a change would be a “welcome opportunity.” I saw Atkins talking to Pat Burrell when the team was in San...
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I know Garrett Atkins has been the subject of fans’ ire all season, and he’s made it no secret lately that he knows his time is coming to an end. But I will say this about him: he’s been professional...
View ArticleAtkins DFA'ed, Koji back
The Orioles designated Garrett Atkins for assignment prior to Sunday’s series finale against the Nationals, recalling right-handed reliever Koji Uehara in his place. Atkins was signed as a free agent...
View ArticleMore on the Atkins farewell
BALTIMORE–The Orioles designated Garrett Atkins for assignment prior to Sunday’s series finale against the Nationals, recalling right-handed reliever Koji Uehara in his place. Atkins batted .214 with...
View ArticleAtkins reacts
BALTIMORE–A day after the Orioles designated him for assignment, Garrett Atkins was dealing with a mix of emotions. “It’s frustrating, I didn’t do what I was capable of doing, and when I got the...
View ArticleWelcome to the Offseason
The San Francisco Giants are World Series Champions. I’m not sure how I feel about that just yet. Anyways, as soon as the last pitch was recorded 142 players filed for free agency. Here are the Orioles...
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