its back to National League play and a three-set against the Los Angeles Dodgers.Its hard to prepare for because you have your pitchers running the bases and other things, Showalter said. That is what you

NEW YORK -- ?? After more than a decade as the NFLs black hole, the Oakland Raiders are back in the playoffs and filling up the Pro Bowl.The resurgent Raiders, enjoying their first winning season in 14 years, lead the league with seven players selected for next months all-star game.Quarterback Derek Carr, wide receiver Amari Cooper, center Rodney Hudson, defensive end Khalil Mack, safety Reggie Nelson, guard Kelechi Osemele and tackle Donald Penn were picked from the Raiders, who occupy first place in the AFC West going into Week 16.The Raiders (11-3) had three players selected from their sturdy offensive line, a big reason the team has finally clinched its first playoff berth since losing the 2003 Super Bowl.It means a lot. Its a great honor to be recognized for what you do, Hudson said. Its very humbling. I give a lot of thanks to our teammates because you cant do any of it by yourself.Six members of the Atlanta Falcons (9-5) were selected, most among NFC teams. Outside linebacker Vic Beasley, kicker Matt Bryant, running back Devonta Freeman, wide receiver Julio Jones, center Alex Mack and quarterback Matt Ryan were chosen from the NFC South leaders.Despite missing the first four games of the season because of his Deflategate suspension, New England quarterback Tom Brady was picked for the 12th time in his career. Cleveland tackle Joe Thomas and Arizona wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald were honored for the 10th time.Fitzgeralds 10 Pro Bowl selections are the second-most in NFL history by a wide receiver. Only Hall of Famer Jerry Rice (13) has more.Twenty-six of the 32 teams had at least one player picked. Twenty players were chosen for the first time, including three rookies: Ezekiel Elliott and Dak Prescott from Dallas, and Kansas Citys Tyreek Hill.Among the notable omissions was Detroit quarterback Matthew Stafford. The first-place Lions, who lead the NFC North at 9-5, did not have a single representative.Carolinas Cam Newton, last seasons NFL MVP, was not picked, either. Other star quarterbacks left out were New Orleans Drew Brees, Indianapolis Andrew Luck and Seattles Russell Wilson.After the Raiders and Falcons, the Cowboys, Steelers and Titans were next with five players selected.In addition to Prescott and Elliott, offensive linemen Travis Frederick, Zack Martin and Tyron Smith were picked from Dallas.For the Steelers, running back LeVeon Bell, wide receiver Antonio Brown, guard David DeCastro, center Maurkice Pouncey and quarterback Ben Roethlisberger were selected. Roethlisberger, Pouncey and Brown were all chosen for the fifth time.For the surprising Titans, tied with Houston for first place in the AFC South, its their most players picked for the Pro Bowl since they had six in 2008.Running back DeMarco Murray leads the group. He has 1,224 yards rushing, second in the NFL behind Elliott. Left tackle Taylor Lewan earned his first Pro Bowl honor in his third season, while linebacker Brian Orakpo earned his fourth Pro Bowl trip overall and first since signing with Tennessee in March 2015. Tight end Delanie Walker and defensive lineman Jurrell Casey also were selected.Another high-profile player chosen was wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., one of four New York Giants picked along with safety Landon Collins, cornerback Janoris Jenkins and special teams player Dwayne Harris.Beckham is tied for third in the NFL with 85 receptions and 10 touchdown catches, and is fourth with 1,173 yards receiving. He became the first Giants player to be voted to three consecutive Pro Bowls since guard Chris Snee from 2008-10.It is exciting, Beckham said. It is cool to be on a team with multiple Pro Bowlers, so it is a huge accomplishment for myself and my teammates.The Pro Bowl will be played on Sunday, Jan. 29, in Orlando, Florida. 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Everybody is more on their toes and thinking about the game because you use more players. And its the same with the bullpen.The Orioles have forgone a designated hitter in the NL ballpark and thats something Showalter isnt thrilled about.Its easier for a National League team to play against an American League team (at its home) because every team has someone it can DH, Showalter said. But for an American League team it isnt as big as an advantage playing without a DH.Showalter knows what its like to go without right-handed starter Yovani Gallardo (2-1, 6.04 ERA), his starter Wednesday. He missed some eight weeks with a sore shoulder and is making his third start since escaping the disabled list June 18. He has a win and a no-decision to show for his work.Gallardo squares off against lefty Christian Friedrich (4-2, 3.60).The first game back (Gallardo) was pretty good, Showalter said. The second one he had a tough first inning but he bounced back.Since returning, Gallardo has worked 10 1/3 innings, charged with five runs and 13 hits. Hes walked six with eight strikeouts.Gallardo knows his way around the National League, starting 211 games when with the Milwaukee Brewers.Showalter said thats a slight advantage, but it doesnt mean squat if he doesnt get out of the first or second inning.ddddddddddddut Showalter isnt expecting that.Hes going to pitch five-to-seven innings and give us a chance, Showalter said. He feels good, thats the most important thing. We need him.What Showalter doesnt appreciate is the jumbled road trip his squad is on. After finishing todays two-game set with the Padres, the Orioles returned to American League action when facing the Seattle Mariners for four games.Then its back to National League play and a three-set against the Los Angeles Dodgers.Its hard to prepare for because you have your pitchers running the bases and other things, Showalter said. That is what you worry about. I just wish we do it all at one time and we can get it over with. But nobody asked me.In Friedrich, the Padres offer one of their more surprising pitchers.Hes a guy we couldnt be more pleased with, Padres manager Andy Green said. He is developing into a very depending starter for us.Friedrich earned a win in his last start Thursday against Reds, working five innings and allowing four runs on six hits and four walks. He struck out two.He threw the ball well in Cincinnati, Green said.And maybe the southpaw continues doing just that in his ninth start of the season and fifth at Petco Park.The Orioles dont like to hit left-handers as well as they do right-handers, Green said. And we are going to see if Christian can take advantage of that. ' ' '