Baltimore Orioles News & Updates
The Baltimore Orioles were 61-63, 4th in the AL East. Yesterday, the Baltimore Orioles routed the Tampa Bay Rays 10-2 at Tropicana Field.
Things are trending well. Last night's 8-run victory is the freshest data point. Add in a 5-2 run over 7 games keeps things pointed up.
Orioles Game on August 17
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Tropicana Field |
| First Pitch: | 06:05 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Brandon Young (9-3, 3.33 ERA) vs Shane McClanahan (9-6, 3.09 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | MASN, Rays.TV |
Orioles Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Baltimore Orioles routed the Tampa Bay Rays 10-2 at Tropicana Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 9 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 |
Highlights
- Jackson Holliday went 2-4 with 3 RBI.
- Christian Encarnacion-Strand went 1-5 with 3 RBI.
- Colton Cowser went 2-5 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
Orioles Record & Standings
AL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Rays
|
|
74 | 49 | .602 | L3 | |
|
Yankees
|
|
69 | 55 | .556 | 5.5 | W1 |
|
Red Sox
|
|
66 | 58 | .532 | 8.5 | L1 |
|
Orioles
|
|
61 | 63 | .492 | 13.5 | W3 |
|
Blue Jays
|
|
61 | 65 | .484 | 14.5 | L1 |
Baltimore Orioles are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +12 run differential.
Orioles Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | .266 | .851 | 80 | |
| 20 | .220 | .702 | 51 | |
| 15 | .210 | .697 | 45 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-2 | 2.61 | 1.02 | 41.1 | |
| 4-1 | 3.48 | 0.93 | 51.2 | |
| 7-11 | 3.65 | 1.36 | 133.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .231 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .545 AVG in last 3 games |
Orioles News
The Baltimore Orioles are riding high after clinching sole possession of the third American League Wild Card spot with a thrilling 4-3 victory over the division-leading Tampa Bay Rays, marking their third consecutive win against a formidable opponent. With an impressive seven-run rally in the sixth inning of yesterday's game, the O's are proving they can capitalize on pressure moments, even as they juggle key injuries that have tested their depth. Excitingly, top prospect Samuel Basallo has begun a rehab assignment, showcasing his talent with a three-RBI performance, hinting that reinforcements may soon arrive. As they stand at 61-63, the potential for playoff contention is palpable, making every game a must-watch as the team pushes to keep their momentum rolling.
Orioles Upcoming Schedule
The Baltimore Orioles host the New York Yankees for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
About Small Ball
This Baltimore Orioles digest was built by Small Ball to save you from bouncing between five apps to follow your team. It's fan-run and made to deliver what matters each morning.
Got thoughts? Tell us. Want to support it? Ko-fi tips help keep it running.