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Orioles starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez throws from flat ground, might return

Orioles right-handed pitcher Miguel Gonzalez, who has been on the disabled list retroactive to Aug. 31 with right elbow and shoulder tendinitis, threw from flat ground Monday and Orioles manager Buck Showalter said it went well.

“Felt really good. No problems,” Showalter said of Gonzalez. “Actually, got more aggressive toward the end and didn't feel anything so that’s good news.”

The Orioles are hoping that Gonzalez can return to the mound before the season ends. Showalter said he would prefer that Gonzalez (9-11. 4.85 ERA in 25 outings) starts when he returns.

“I’m not going to say we wouldn't [use him in relief], but it would be nice to have him start,” Showalter said.