Numerous reports have claimed that there is tension between Dan Duquette and Buck Showalter in Baltimore, but the two laughed off rumors recently.

"I've liked our body of work," Showalter said.

Duquette said reports of increased tension between himself and Showalter are nothing more than gossip, and that their relationship remains sound as the lead decision makers for the Orioles.

"Buck and I have the same interest and passion for fielding a competitive team, and that's what I put my energy in," Duquette said.