The Orioles announced they’ve claimed infielder Jacob Amaya off waivers from the White Sox. Chicago had designated him for assignment last week when they finalized their signing of Josh Rojas to a one-year free agent deal. Baltimore designated righty reliever Roansy Contreras for assignment to open a spot on the 40-man roster. Amaya is a defensive specialist who can play … [Read more...] about Orioles Claim Jacob Amaya, Designate Roansy Contreras For Assignment
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High school sports roundup (Jan. 16)
Here’s a roundup of high school varsity action on Thursday, Jan. 16. Girls basketball Westminster 62, Winters Mill 39: The visiting Owls (7-2) beat the Falcons (4-6). Westminster was led by Kole Peach (12 points), Emma Jones (10 points), Maddy Gassman (10 points) and Brinley Boag (9 points). Oakland Mills 65, Hammond 42: The Scorpions (5-2, 2-0 Summit Division) had a … [Read more...] about High school sports roundup (Jan. 16)
‘Scrappy’ South Carroll girls basketball beats Francis Scott Key, 42-34
Despite losing leading scorer Harley McKee to a torn ACL and having to rely on the entire roster to pick up the slack and embrace bigger roles, South Carroll girls basketball coach Ryan Hutchinson still preached the same message to his team night in and night out. Even with county-leading Francis Scott Key coming to town, the mindset and philosophy of the Cavaliers never waned: … [Read more...] about ‘Scrappy’ South Carroll girls basketball beats Francis Scott Key, 42-34
Here’s the 2025 Spring Breakout schedule
Who’s the face of the Orioles?
In two weeks, the Orioles Caravan returns, and some of their most popular players, including catcher Adley Rutschman, shortstop Gunnar Henderson, second baseman Jackson Holliday, infielder Jordan Westburg, first baseman Ryan Mountcastle and outfielder Colton Cowser, will be participating. There are fans who still wish the Orioles had their FanFest, which was dropped after 2019, … [Read more...] about Who’s the face of the Orioles?