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Orioles pitching picture more cloudy after caravan (and other notes) - Blog
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Chris Davis had one feel-good story this year, and also played a lot of bad baseball - Camden Chat
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So the Orioles don't want to give out long-term free agent deals. Here's how they can elevate their payroll to improve despite that.
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Chris Davis speaks about his historic contract with the Orioles
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Chris Davis - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates
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With 18 Straight Losses, the Baltimore Orioles Near a Record Losing Streak - The New York Times
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Money for nothing - Davis testing O's patience - ESPN
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The Orioles should stop playing Chris Davis and Mark Trumbo every day - Camden Chat
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The Orioles head into another Rule 5 draft day looking to make a pick - Camden Chat
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Chris Davis talks after his possible last game with the Orioles
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Orioles extend Rays' skid to 4 with 5-4 win in 11 innings