MASNsports.com2009-12-15T19:56:35ZThe Official Website of the Mid-Atlantic Sports Networktag:masnsports.com,2010://3Movable TypeCopyright (c) 2010, spiro2131Key parties react to Mason deal2010-03-11T06:02:40Z2010-03-11T03:25:43Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.153032010-03-11T03:25:43Zdankolkohttp://www.masnsports.comRavens News
Despite questions about retirement and whether he would sign elsewhere this offseason, Derrick Mason and the Baltimore Ravens were too good a match for the 13-year veteran not to return. Mason feels comfortable in Baltimore, he works well with quarterback Joe Flacco, and the Ravens know that when healthy, Mason ... read more at MASNsports.com
Orioles 3, Pirates 22010-03-11T02:50:25Z2010-03-11T02:39:24Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.153012010-03-11T02:39:24Zrochkubatkohttp://www.masnsports.comRoch Kubatko
Matt Albers stranded the tying run at second base to pick up the save. Great job by the bullpen with 7 2/3 scoreless innings (Luis Lebron let an inherited runner score after replacing Brad Bergesen). "We pitched real well," manager Dave Trembley said. "Bergesen in the first inning was very ... read more at MASNsports.com
You know it's spring training when... (updated)2010-03-11T02:06:06Z2010-03-11T01:54:19Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.153002010-03-11T01:54:19Zrochkubatkohttp://www.masnsports.comRoch Kubatko
...Rhyne Hughes is your leadoff hitter. Hughes replaced Felix Pie in left field, and atop the order. He came to the plate with runners on the corners and none out in the seventh and struck out. Hughes has four hits in 11 at-bats, with three homers, six RBIs and four ... read more at MASNsports.com
Mason is back2010-03-11T04:16:33Z2010-03-11T01:52:07Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152992010-03-11T01:52:07Zdankolkohttp://www.masnsports.comDan Kolko
Derrick Mason is back, and with his return, the Ravens now boast a fairly strong receiving corps. The Ravens have announced that Mason has signed a two-year contract that will keep the 13-year veteran in Baltimore, and give them a steadily improving group of receivers that also includes Anquan Boldin, ... read more at MASNsports.com
Bergy on Bergy2010-03-11T01:26:47Z2010-03-11T01:15:50Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152982010-03-11T01:15:50Zrochkubatkohttp://www.masnsports.comRoch Kubatko
Jason Berken retired six of the seven batters he faced, including a strikeout. He allowed a two-out single to Ryan Doumit in the third. Mark Hendrickson replaced him in the fifth with the Orioles leading, 3-2. Berken hasn't surrendered a run in three appearances covering four innings this spring. Brad ... read more at MASNsports.com
Bergesen's night (updated)2010-03-11T00:46:59Z2010-03-11T00:34:34Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152972010-03-11T00:34:34Zrochkubatkohttp://www.masnsports.comRoch Kubatko
Brad Bergesen was removed with one in the second inning and the Orioles leading, 3-1. Steve Pearce lined Bergesen's 35th pitch into left field for a single, bringing manager Dave Trembley from the dugout. The last three batters reached on a walk, Pedro Alvarez's RBI double to right-center field and ... read more at MASNsports.com
Bergesen's back2010-03-11T00:29:28Z2010-03-11T00:07:54Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152962010-03-11T00:07:54Zrochkubatkohttp://www.masnsports.comRoch Kubatko
I mean he's returned to the rotation. He's not experiencing back pain. Brad Bergesen allowed one hit in a scoreless first inning, throwing nine of his 17 pitches for strikes. Bergesen fell behind 3-1 to the leadoff hitter, Andrew McCutchen, and 3-0 to Bobby Crosby before retiring them on bouncers ... read more at MASNsports.com
Pre-game Trembley2010-03-10T22:48:59Z2010-03-10T22:21:59Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152942010-03-10T22:21:59Zrochkubatkohttp://www.masnsports.comRoch Kubatko
Not much to report from manager Dave Trembley's pre-game media session. We already knew that the club is looking for two innings or 35 pitches from right-hander Brad Bergesen. "Whichever comes first," Trembley said. The Orioles will reevaluate Brian Roberts tomorrow and try to get him back on the field. ... read more at MASNsports.com
Pirates lineup2010-03-10T22:20:35Z2010-03-10T21:56:33Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152932010-03-10T21:56:33Zrochkubatkohttp://www.masnsports.comRoch Kubatko
I'll go on record right now as saying I'm not terribly impressed with Bradenton, or the person who insisted that the drive from Sarasota would take 15 minutes. It's a little sketchy around here. (I'm only saying this so the Bradenton Chamber of Commerce will treat me to dinner.) I ... read more at MASNsports.com
Nats vs. Cardinals: Post-game thoughts2010-03-10T22:47:30Z2010-03-10T21:25:14Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152952010-03-10T21:25:14Zbengoesslinghttp://nationals.masnsports.comBen Goessling
JUPITER, Fla. -- You knew the day after Strasburg Mania (or Strasburgeddon, or whatever cutesy D.C. snowstorm spin-off name you want to give it) was going to be a bit of a letdown. And what followed in the Nationals' 6-4 loss to the Cardinals on Wednesday was nothing special -- ... read more at MASNsports.com
Cover me2010-03-10T20:19:38Z2010-03-10T20:11:33Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152922010-03-10T20:11:33Zrochkubatkohttp://www.masnsports.comRoch Kubatko
Matt Wieters walked to his locker this afternoon without a photographer tailing him. It's been a slow day. Wieters referred to his Sports Illustrated cover shot as "a great honor." He's also prepared to grab some extra copies for family members. "Whatever they want, I'll get for them," he said, ... read more at MASNsports.com
Roberts: "I'm not concerned about missing Opening Day yet."2010-03-10T20:10:12Z2010-03-10T20:00:45Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152912010-03-10T20:00:45Zrochkubatkohttp://www.masnsports.comRoch Kubatko
Brian Roberts said his stomach is feeling a lot better, though he's uncertain whether he had a reaction to medication or a virus, and he's hoping to resume baseball-related activities tomorrow. "I don't really have a timetable for sure yet," he said. President of baseball operations Andy MacPhail expressed some ... read more at MASNsports.com
Jackson not joining Ravens2010-03-10T20:06:50Z2010-03-10T19:57:39Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152892010-03-10T19:57:39Zdankolkohttp://www.masnsports.comRavens News
A day after visiting with the Ravens, free agent defensive back Marlin Jackson has inked a deal elsewhere. Jackson has signed a two-year contract with the Eagles, according to ESPN. ... read more at MASNsports.com
MacPhail's take2010-03-10T21:05:09Z2010-03-10T19:55:29Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152902010-03-10T19:55:29Zstevemelewskihttp://www.masnsports.comSteve Melewski
Earlier today, I wrote about the latest talk of possible realignment of divisions in Major League baseball. All the talk is in the preliminary stages. O's president Andy MacPhail serves on MLB's special committee for on-field matters. At FanFest in January, in response to a fan question about a salary ... read more at MASNsports.com
Orioles lineup2010-03-10T19:06:20Z2010-03-10T19:04:30Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152882010-03-10T19:04:30Zrochkubatkohttp://www.masnsports.comRoch Kubatko
Felix Pie LF Cesar Izturis SS Adam Jones CF Miguel Tejada 3B Matt Wieters C Luke Scott 1B Ty Wigginton DH Lou Montanez RF Justin Turner 2B Brad Bergesen RHP Along with the other pitchers I mentioned earlier today, the Orioles also will bring Jason Berken, Brandon Erbe, Luis Lebron, ... read more at MASNsports.com
Flanny in the booth2010-03-10T18:25:57Z2010-03-10T18:15:29Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152872010-03-10T18:15:29Zkatelauhttp://www.masnsports.comOrioles Buzz
MASN announced today that former Oriole Mike Flanagan will fill Buck Martinez's place as color analyst in the broadcast booth for the 2010 season. Fans will hear Flanagan from the booth for the first time this season on April 15, as the O's take on the Athletics in Oakland at ... read more at MASNsports.com
Mason's return still likely2010-03-10T18:28:29Z2010-03-10T18:01:46Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152862010-03-10T18:01:46Zdankolkohttp://www.masnsports.comRavens News
We now know that Derrick Mason won't be the Ravens' No. 1 wide receiver in 2010, but it still looks like there's a good chance he'll return to Baltimore and will be a part of an improved receiving corps, according to multiple reports. Mason has yet to draw much interest ... read more at MASNsports.com
Wednesday's Nats vs. Cardinals in-game thread2010-03-10T18:02:31Z2010-03-10T17:59:05Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152852010-03-10T17:59:05Zbengoesslinghttp://nationals.masnsports.comBen Goessling
Welcome to MASN's live thread for today's Nationals-Cardinals spring training game, where we'll be posting updates and analysis throughout the day -- apparently there's something big going on here today. If you want to participate, you can comment here or reply to me on Twitter (@masnBen). Nats vs. Cardinals 3/10 ... read more at MASNsports.com
Flanny on board (with quotes)2010-03-10T17:55:48Z2010-03-10T17:28:21Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152832010-03-10T17:28:21Zrochkubatkohttp://www.masnsports.comRoch Kubatko
Former Orioles pitcher, pitching coach and executive Mike Flanagan is returning to the MASN broadcast booth. The network announced that Flanagan will replace Buck Martinez as an analyst. He'll work the games that Jim Palmer misses, which is approximately half of the schedule. It's nice to collect Cy Young winners. ... read more at MASNsports.com
The latest on the shortstop situation2010-03-10T17:34:26Z2010-03-10T16:44:37Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152842010-03-10T16:44:37Zbengoesslinghttp://nationals.masnsports.comBen Goessling
A couple quick updates on the Nationals' quasi-battle for the starting shortstop job. I say quasi-battle because Cristian Guzman is still expected to be the guy, but his shoulder isn't quite up to full strength, and Ian Desmond is doing his best to make things interesting. Guzman went back to ... read more at MASNsports.com
Second to none2010-03-10T17:24:39Z2010-03-10T16:26:29Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152802010-03-10T16:26:29Zrochkubatkohttp://www.masnsports.comRoch Kubatko
If the Orioles look outside the organization for a second baseman to replace Brian Roberts, they'll need to scan the rosters of the other teams. The middle infield shelves are bare in the free-agent market. If you check mlbtraderumors, you'll find the following players listed at the two positions: Second ... read more at MASNsports.com
Flores to spend 10 days with Andrews, likely headed for DL2010-03-10T18:44:48Z2010-03-10T16:22:22Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152812010-03-10T16:22:22Zbengoesslinghttp://nationals.masnsports.comBen Goessling
Add another setback to Nationals catcher Jesus Flores' increasingly lengthy injury history. Flores is headed to Birmingham, Ala., to spend 10-14 days with Dr. James Andrews' staff for evaluation and treatment of his surgically repaired shoulder, manager Jim Riggleman said. It all but guarantees Flores will start the season on ... read more at MASNsports.com
Mock drafts and a Mason update2010-03-10T22:27:04Z2010-03-10T15:57:54Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152792010-03-10T15:57:54Zjeffwolfsonhttp://www.masnsports.comSaying Ravens
Sunday: Ravens still have needs to fill | Monday: Ravens have a meeting with another free agent | Tuesday: More on Boldin ... read more at MASNsports.com
Flores injured, weighing in on Strasburg2010-03-10T17:56:30Z2010-03-10T15:57:40Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152782010-03-10T15:57:40Zjeffwolfsonhttp://www.masnsports.comSaying Nationals
Monday: Hernandez getting close to starting | Tuesday: A bit on Stammen and Strasburg ... read more at MASNsports.com
Roberts' injury becoming a concern2010-03-10T16:41:34Z2010-03-10T15:57:24Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152772010-03-10T15:57:24Zjeffwolfsonhttp://www.masnsports.comSaying Orioles
Monday: Bergesen progressing | Tuesday: Bergesen ready and a Roberts update ... read more at MASNsports.com
The Bradenton Bunch2010-03-10T16:08:44Z2010-03-10T13:14:57Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152752010-03-10T13:14:57Zrochkubatkohttp://www.masnsports.comRoch Kubatko
We have another night game, this time in Pirate City, which means the lineup won't be posted until 2 p.m. I'm told Bradenton is the shortest trip of the spring, about 15 minutes from the Orioles' complex. The Pirates worked out and dressed at their home site before heading here ... read more at MASNsports.com
Is realignment talk heating up?2010-03-10T19:37:09Z2010-03-10T12:00:28Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152742010-03-10T12:00:28Zstevemelewskihttp://www.masnsports.comSteve Melewski
The talk of possible realignment of divisions in baseball may become more than just talk. When Andy MacPhail floated the thought at FanFest, some in the audience didn't seem to grasp the concept, but basically baseball officials may be looking at moving teams to another division on a "floating" and ... read more at MASNsports.com
Nats vs. Tigers: Post-game thoughts2010-03-10T01:09:11Z2010-03-09T23:51:58Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152732010-03-09T23:51:58Zbengoesslinghttp://nationals.masnsports.comBen Goessling
VIERA, Fla. -- Wrapped in the 50,000-watt, 100-decibel, simulcast, flashbulb-fueled, candy-coated pomp that was Stephen Strasburg's Nationals debut, there was a baseball game played at Space Coast Stadium. And apart from Strasburg's two shutout innings, there again was little for Nationals fans to find encouraging. The Nationals lost 9-4 to ... read more at MASNsports.com
Strasburg's debut, from all angles2010-03-10T16:24:02Z2010-03-09T22:16:38Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152722010-03-09T22:16:38Zbengoesslinghttp://nationals.masnsports.comBen Goessling
We'll do the normal post-game wrapup in a little bit, but I wanted to weigh in with some thoughts on Stephen Strasburg's first game as a big-leaguer. It wasn't the best I've seen Strasburg look - his control was spotty at best, which had plenty to do with his nerves. ... read more at MASNsports.com
Post-game notes and Trembley2010-03-09T21:53:37Z2010-03-09T21:26:57Ztag:masnsports.com,2010://3.152712010-03-09T21:26:57Zrochkubatkohttp://www.masnsports.comRoch Kubatko
Ryan Adams got his first at-bat since arriving at the major league camp. He struck out looking to begin the ninth inning in an 8-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays. Trust us, Ryan, it's not your fault. Tough day for Josh Bell. Besides two errors and a few poor ... read more at MASNsports.com