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Robinson Chirinos replaces Fredi González as Baltimore Orioles bench coach
About 2 minutes reading time. BALTIMORE (AP) — Robinson Chirinos replaced Fredi González on Monday as the Baltimore Orioles’ bench coach under manager Brandon Hyde. Chirinos, 40, was a big league catcher in 11 seasons through 2022, finishing with the Orioles. He hit .226 with 95 homers and 306 RBIs in 714 games for Tampa Bay (2011), Texas (2013-18, ’20), Houston (2019), the New York Mets (2020), the Chicago Cubs (2021) and Baltimore.
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Orioles Journeyman Albert Suárez Has Held the Opposition Scoreless in 8 of His 17 Starts This Year
About 2 minutes reading time. BALTIMORE (AP) — Albert Suárez has now held the opposition scoreless in almost half his starts in 2024. Not bad for a 34-year-old right-hander who spent six full seasons out of the major leagues before reemerging this year with Baltimore. Suárez worked six innings without allowing a run Sunday as the Orioles beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2. It’s the eighth time in 17 starts he’s kept the opponent off the scoreboard.
Injured Orioles Starter Grayson Rodriguez Expected Back This Season
About 2 minutes reading time. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Baltimore right-hander Grayson Rodriguez will be shut down from throwing for at least 10 days because of a mild strain in his right shoulder, but Orioles general manager Mike Elias expects him to return before the regular season ends. The Orioles put the 24-year-old on the 15-day injured list Wednesday. The move came one day after he was scratched from a start at Toronto and returned to Baltimore for tests.
Benches clear in the 9th inning as the Yankees top the Orioles in a matchup of slumping contenders
About 3 minutes reading time. BALTIMORE (AP) — For over three weeks now, the Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees have been in sort of a joint slump — not enough to knock them out of the top two spots in the AL East, but frustrating nonetheless. When they met for one more intense series heading into the All-Star break, emotions eventually exploded.
Orioles lose 2 more key pitchers to injuries: Bradish out for season and Coulombe until September
About 4 minutes reading time. NEW YORK (AP) — Baltimore Orioles starter Kyle Bradish had season-ending Tommy John surgery Wednesday, and reliever Danny Coulombe also will be sidelined for an extended stretch following an elbow operation. General manager Mike Elias provided the updates before Baltimore’s game against the New York Yankees — the latest serious setbacks for an Orioles pitching staff ravaged by injuries this season.
Orioles’ Kyle Bradish goes back on the injured list with more elbow problems
About 2 minutes reading time. BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles are dealing with another injury to a starting pitcher. Kyle Bradish went on the 15-day injured list Saturday with a sprained right UCL after leaving the previous night’s loss to Philadelphia complaining about his elbow. It’s the same injury that kept him out a month at the start of this season, and it’s not yet clear what the severity is this time around. “It’s difficult,” manager Brandon Hyde said. “It’s part of the game.
Baltimore’s Kyle Bradish exits after only 74 pitches with elbow complaints; tests to come
About 2 minutes reading time. BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles may need to brace themselves for another injury to a starting pitcher. Kyle Bradish left Friday night’s loss to Philadelphia after five innings and just 74 pitches, complaining about his elbow. Now the Orioles wait to see if they’ve lost another pitcher to a significant injury. “After the fifth inning he came to us and said his elbow was bothering him,” manager Brandon Hyde said.
Kyle Stowers of the Orioles was sent down on Mother’s Day last year and called up then this year
About 2 minutes reading time. BALTIMORE (AP) — Orioles outfielder Kyle Stowers found out Sunday he was coming back to the big leagues. There was an unusual symmetry in the timing. “I was optioned on Mother’s Day last year,” Stowers said Monday before Baltimore’s game against Toronto. “Being called up on Mother’s Day was just, you know, cool full-circle moment.” Technically, the Orioles announced the move — both last year and this year — on the Monday after Mother’s Day.
After a rookie renaissance the past couple years, some top prospects have struggled this season
About 6 minutes reading time. BALTIMORE (AP) — Jackson Holliday’s debut with the Baltimore Orioles went south in a hurry when the 20-year-old infielder managed only two hits in 34 at-bats, striking out in exactly half his plate appearances. If it’s any consolation, there are a few other top prospects who can probably relate. Colt Keith in Detroit? He’s hitting .177. Wyatt Langford of the Texas Rangers? He batted .224 before landing on the injured list.
The Orioles signed Craig Kimbrel to replace the dominant Bautista. It’s not working out well so far
About 4 minutes reading time. WASHINGTON (AP) — Craig Kimbrel was still in position to secure his ninth save of the season for the Baltimore Orioles and 426th of his career after he threw a fastball down the middle to Eddie Rosario. The slumping Washington Nationals veteran sent it 413 feet to center field. The Orioles led 3-2 with two outs in the ninth. But then Kimbrel threw an ankle-high fastball for ball four to the Nationals’ No. 9 hitter, Trey Lipscomb, slapping the mound in disgust.
On the field at least, the Nationals and Orioles have had a pretty friendly rivalry
About 4 minutes reading time. WASHINGTON (AP) — Dave Martinez was asked about the rivalry between the Nationals and Orioles — specifically, whether it’s actually become much of one — and his answer was blunt. “Honestly, no,” Washington’s manager said. “It really hasn’t.” That might come as news to quite a few fans in the area — and a handful of lawyers — but what Martinez seemingly meant was despite the proximity of the franchises, there isn’t a great deal of animosity when they play.
Orioles send former No. 1 pick Holliday back to minors after he hit .059 in 10 MLB games
About 2 minutes reading time. BALTIMORE (AP) — Highly 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. Holliday was promoted from Triple-A Norfolk on April 10 amid plenty of fanfare, but the 20-year-old second baseman managed only two hits — both singles — and two walks in 36 plate appearances. He struck out 18 times and was batting just .059 with one RBI and a .111 on-base percentage.
Orioles put outfielder Austin Hays on injured list and cut Peyton Burdick
About 1 minute reading time. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles placed outfielder Austin Hays on the 10-day injured list Monday with a strained left calf. Baltimore selected the contract of catcher David Bañuelos and designated outfielder Peyton Burdick for assignment before the club opened a three-game series against the Angels. Hays left last Saturday’s game in Kansas City early with the injury, but it isn’t expected to sideline him beyond his 10-day stint, manager Brandon Hyde said.
Jackson Holliday, baseball’s top-rated prospect, makes MLB debut for Orioles at Fenway Park
About 5 minutes reading time. BOSTON (AP) — After his rapid rise to the majors, Jackson Holliday was given a particularly meaningful number with the Baltimore Orioles. Baseball’s top-ranked prospect made his big league debut Wednesday night at Fenway Park, starting at second base and batting ninth against the Boston Red Sox. He struck out swinging his first time up.
Baltimore Orioles open Spring Training at Ed Smith Stadium
Dispatchist News from around the globe in real time Client login News Sources Countries People Categories Organizations The Orioles are back in Sarasota for the spring with heightened goals and expectations.
Birdland Insider: Recapping 2023 Birdland Caravan Across Maryland
As over 40 young women took the field in Conshohocken, Pa., to demonstrate their baseball skills, one name came up again and again, someone whom many of them aspire to be like: Olivia Pichardo. Pichardo is weeks away from suiting up for her first game with Brown University as the...
Cyclones have no answer for visiting Indians - www.elizabethton.com
BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT After a defining win over Science Hill, Dobyns-Bennett traveled to Elizabethton to face the Cyclones Monday night at Northeast Community Credit Union Riverside Park. After dodging the rain, the Indians got things going early against the Cyclones. Riding the wave of momentum, the Indians went on to take a 13-6 victory over the home Cyclones.
First-inning runs lead to Hampton loss against North Greene - www.elizabethton.com
First-inning runs lead to Hampton loss against North Greene Published 2:28 am Wednesday, April 6, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT The Hampton and North Greene matchup was in jeopardy Tuesday with rain in the forecast all day, but the weather held off long enough for the Huskies and Bulldogs to squeeze in their game Tuesday evening.
Cyclones fall on the road to Blue Devils - www.elizabethton.com
Cyclones fall on the road to Blue Devils Published 12:08 am Tuesday, April 5, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT ERWIN – The Elizabethton Cyclones and the Unicoi Co. Blue Devils met on an overcast evening in Erwin in what would turn into a barnburner between the two teams with the Blue Devils taking a walk-off 3-2 victory.
Cyclones fizzle out as Greeneville rolls to finals - www.elizabethton.com
BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT GREENEVILLE – It was a night to forget as the Elizabethton Cyclones had a rough start to the Region 3-A tournament as they faced Greeneville on the Greene Devils home floor. The Greene Devils showed why they were the defending state champs by leaving the Cyclones flat in their dust with an 87-53 victory to advance to Thursday’s region final against Volunteer who defeated Unicoi County.
Lady Cyclones zip past Lady Grizzlies, advance to finals - www.elizabethton.com
Lady Cyclones zip past Lady Grizzlies, advance to finals Published 12:14 am Tuesday, March 1, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT The Lady Cyclones got a decisive win as Elizabethton traveled to Greeneville Monday night to face the Grainger Lady Grizzlies in the Region 1- 3A tournament. Grainger, with a record of 28-6, was a worthy opponent known for their rebounding, but Elizabethton stepped up even without the services of key defensive player Katie Lee taking a 51-42 victory.
Lady Highlanders romp over Hancock Co. in region play Published 11:03 pm Friday, February 25, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT ROAN MOUNTAIN – The Cloudland Lady Highlanders annihilated the Hancock Co. Lady Indians as Cloudland and Hancock Co. met for the first round of the 1-A Girls Regional tournament played Friday night in Roan Mountain. Coach Matt Birchfield’s Lady ‘Landers ran away from their visitors by a 74-19 final. Cloudland jumped out to a 19-0 lead deep into the first period.
District 1 1-A Boy's Basketball Championship... Hampton crowned district champs after chaining Huskies - www.elizabethton.com
District 1 1-A Boy’s Basketball Championship… Hampton crowned district champs after chaining Huskies Published 1:22 am Wednesday, February 23, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT HAPPY VALLEY – The Hampton Bulldogs proved to be too much for the North Greene Huskies as Hampton and North Greene met in the District 1A Championship Tuesday night at Happy Valley. It looked as if the Huskies were going to run away with the first period with quick scoring and a tight defense.
District 1 1-A Boy's Consolation... Rangers offensive struggle lead to U-H victory - www.elizabethton.com
District 1 1-A Boy’s Consolation… Rangers offensive struggle lead to U-H victory Published 12:49 am Wednesday, February 23, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT HAPPY VALLEY – University High and Unaka met in the District 1-A Consolation game Tuesday night at Happy Valley. Unable to get anything going offensively, the Rangers fell 60-34 to the Bucs. It was a tight first period and mainly a defensive showing for both teams as they ended in a tie in the first period.
Lady Cyclones avoid Falcons snare in District 1 3-A action - www.elizabethton.com
BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT CHURCH HILL – In a game that would come down to the wire, the Elizabethton Lady Cyclones were finally able to seal the deal with mere seconds to go allowing them to advance to the finals over an upset-minded Volunteer Lady Falcon team. The Lady Cyclones took a closer-than-desired 55-52 win. It was back and forth early in the first period with both teams rebounding and scoring well.
BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT CHURCH HILL – It was the one that almost got away as the Elizabethton Cyclones narrowly edged the Volunteer Falcons in the closing minutes of the District 1 3-A boy’s tournament semi-finals. Just like on Friday night, the Cyclones got off to a fast start and took a commanding lead early on, but the Falcons came alive in the second half and gave Elizabethton a run for their money.
District 1 3-A Basketball Tournament... Cyclones take care of Vikings to advance to semifinals - www.elizabethton.com
District 1 3-A Basketball Tournament… Cyclones take care of Vikings to advance to semifinals Published 12:02 am Saturday, February 19, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT CHURCH HILL – Much like the anticipation of spring with a taste of warm weather, there was a big anticipation for area district tournaments as the Elizabethton Cyclones and Tennessee High Vikings tipped off at Volunteer High School in the District 1 3-A tournament.
Lady 'Landers take care of Hampton in Watauga Valley play - www.elizabethton.com
BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT ROAN MOUNTAIN – It was a Carter County brawl as the Hampton Lady Bulldogs traveled to Cloudland to face the Lady ‘Landers. There was a lot of spirited play by both teams, but in the end it was good defense and strong inside play that got the job done for Cloudland. The Lady ‘Landers took a 62-40 win in the contest. The first period was plagued by collisions, fouls and turnovers, but Cloudland seemed to get their act together quicker than Hampton.
Bulldogs wear down Highlanders to snare win - www.elizabethton.com
BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT ROAN MOUNTAIN – In the second game of the night on a warm day, but a chilly night in Roan Mountain, the Highlanders hosted the Bulldogs in an anticipated matchup after a feisty girls’ game. After seeing the outcome of the first game, the Hampton Bulldogs worked their way to a split with the home-standing Highlanders by taking a 56-43 victory. The Hampton and Cloudland boys matchup was a little more subdued than the girls early on, but not by much.
Last-second effort falls short as North Greene holds off Lady Bulldogs - www.elizabethton.com
Last-second effort falls short as North Greene holds off Lady Bulldogs Published 1:31 am Wednesday, February 9, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT BAILEYTON – The Lady Huskies and the Lady Bulldogs faced off at North Greene Tuesday night. North Greene got off to a quick start with aggressive ball movement and on target shooting as Hampton seemed a little sluggish with the Huskies getting off to a quick four-point lead.
Hampton falls in overtime on road to North Greene - www.elizabethton.com
Hampton falls in overtime on road to North Greene Published 2:07 am Wednesday, February 9, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT The Hampton Bulldogs traveled to North Greene to face the Huskies on their home turf. It was a charged-up atmosphere after the crazy finish to the girl’s game. The first half did not disappoint as both teams came to play. It was back and forth scoring for most of the first period, as both teams had excellent ball movement and shooting.
Cyclones drop heart breaker at Volunteer - www.elizabethton.com
BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT CHURCH HILL – In a key Upper Lakes Conference game, the Elizabethton Cyclones were looking to pick up a big win on the road at Volunteer but when the final horn sounded, the Falcons managed to stay atop the roost in the conference standings. The Falcons staved off a Cyclone charge down the stretch to take the win, 62-58. Volunteer took an early lead with the Cyclones navigating most of the game from a catch-up position.
Lady Cyclones escape Lady Falcons late attack - www.elizabethton.com
BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT The Lady Cyclones came out firing on all cylinders Tuesday night as they faced the Volunteer Lady Falcons in Church Hill, going on a 16-5 run in the first period. Six quick points from Lina Lyon and support from Olivia Holly, Renna Lane, and Katie Lee would give Elizabethton an early advantage. Holly would hit a three-pointer at the end of the first period as the Lady Cyclones made a statement that they came to play.
Lady Jr. Highlanders advance in sectionals at John Sevier - www.elizabethton.com
BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT KINGSPORT – The Cloudland Middle School girls basketball team took care of business Monday night at the girl’s sectional tournament as the Lady ‘Landers got a decisive win over the West View Volunteers Monday night at John Sevier Middle in Kingsport. First-period action saw Cloudland strike first with a quick 4-0 lead as Regan Blair found Abby Clawson under the basket with an assist and score.
Hunter sees season end against Grandview - www.elizabethton.com
Hunter sees season end against Grandview Published 12:17 am Tuesday, February 1, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT It was the final seconds of the fourth period in the matchup between Hunter and Grandview as Lady Tiger Ari Sutherland put up a desperation half court shot that fell short. It was a short summary of the entire game for Hunter with Grandview walking away with an easy win and eliminating Hunter from the girls sectionals Monday night.
Cyclones down J.I Burton in heart-pounding fashion - www.elizabethton.com
BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT The Elizabethton Cyclones and the J.I. Burton High Raiders from Norton. VA met Monday night at Treadway Gym. It was a tight match-up that came down to the wire. With the game picking up steam, the fourth quarter was the deciding period of the contest before the Cyclones took a 68-63 non-conference victory.
Little Milligan crowned Small Schools boy's champs - www.elizabethton.com
BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT The boy’s Small School Tournament championship game saw Unaka strike quickly after the tip-off as the ball was smacked into the hands of Jacob Wilson, who immediately took it to the basket for a quick two points within seconds of the opening. A subsequent foul would give the Jr. Rangers an early three-point lead.
Keenburg notches third-place finish with win over Central - www.elizabethton.com
Keenburg notches third-place finish with win over Central Published 12:17 am Monday, January 24, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT The second game of the Small School Tournament finals would see the Keenburg Tigers face the Central Comets in the first boy’s game of the night. Keenburg would get the first score after just over a minute of play in the first period. Michael Waterman would get the Comets on the board soon after tying up the game at the mid-point of the period.
Jr. Lady Rangers capture tournament championship over Central - www.elizabethton.com
Jr. Lady Rangers capture tournament championship over Central Published 11:54 pm Sunday, January 23, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT The Girls Small School Tournament championship game was more akin to a WWE wrestling match than a girls basketball game. The fight was on as the first period saw the two defenses go toe-to-toe which resulted in a low-scoring first period.
Little Milligan ladies win big over Keenburg - www.elizabethton.com
Little Milligan ladies win big over Keenburg Published 11:26 pm Sunday, January 23, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT The Keenburg Lady Tigers and Little Milligan Lady Buffaloes were the first game of the small school tournament finals held Friday night at Central Elementary School. Little Milligan would jump out to an early lead as Serinity Harper hit a nice jump shot from the baseline to put the Lady Buffaloes up to an early 8-1 lead with two minutes left in the first period.
Cyclones topple Unicoi Co. in Upper Lakes play - www.elizabethton.com
BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT It looked as if the Elizabethton boys basketball team would have a game on their hands early on as the Cyclones hosted the Unicoi Blue Devils Tuesday night at home. However, after a first period that ended in a tie, Elizabethton would slowly and methodically dash whatever hopes Unicoi fans would have as they had one of their best games of the season. As a result, the Cyclones pulled out a key Upper Lakes Conference victory over Unicoi County, 70-44.
Lady Cyclones steam past Unicoi Co. - www.elizabethton.com
BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT The Lady Cyclones took care of business in a big way Tuesday night. After a long weekend, Elizabethton didn’t miss a beat and got in a rhythm early as they faced Unicoi Co. at home. The girls took an early nine-point lead midway through the first period and never looked back taking a 62-41 victory. A three-pointer at the 4:56 mark by Renna Lane is what catapulted them to the early lead.
U-H overcomes Cloudland in boy's basketball - www.elizabethton.com
U-H overcomes Cloudland in boy’s basketball Published 11:18 pm Saturday, January 15, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT ROAN MOUNTAIN – Going into the boy’s varsity game at Cloudland hosting University High, one couldn’t help but wonder if the Highlander boys were going to give the Bucs the same thumping as the ‘Lander girls did in the prior game. This wouldn’t be the case as University High came to play and showed it early on with a crippling defense and an offense that rarely missed.
Lady 'Landers thump U-H - www.elizabethton.com
Lady ‘Landers thump U-H Published 10:38 pm Saturday, January 15, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT ROAN MOUNTAIN – It was an utter blowout by the Lady Highlanders as they hosted University High Friday night in Roan Mountain. Karah Fields got the party started early for Cloudland with a baseline jumper. It was a sign of things to come for University High as they struggled to get anything going on offense or defense.
Cloudland, Unaka Middle square off in basketball action - www.elizabethton.com
BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT It was a tale of two sides Thursday night as the Unaka girls struggled against Cloudland, while the Unaka boys came up big as 8th grade contests took place at Unaka Elementary in Stoney Creek. In the early girls’ game, Unaka struggled in the first period as Cloudland took a quick ten-point lead as Unaka had a bad habit of turning the ball over.
Second-half push carries Lady Rangers over Happy Valley - www.elizabethton.com
Second-half push carries Lady Rangers over Happy Valley Published 6:09 pm Wednesday, January 5, 2022 BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT Just like most of Carter County, it took the Unaka Lady Rangers and Happy Valley Lady Warriors a while to thaw out after winter finally showed up as both teams struggled in the first half of their matchup at Happy Valley Tuesday night. Unaka would prove to thaw out a little quicker later on, but not before a slow start to the game for both teams.
Unaka lands knock-out punch against Warriors - www.elizabethton.com
BY BRANDON HYDE STAR CORRESPONDENT Like a heavyweight prizefighter looking to destroy his opponent, Unaka came out swinging and never let up as the Rangers proved to be too much for the Happy Valley Warriors Tuesday night.
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