Sunday was yet another example of what has become a familiar sight for these Orioles. They lost 2-0 to a seemingly inferior Rays team because their offense just could not get going. While not the only culprit, a lineup that runs cold is one of the main reasons that the team’s pace has slowed so dramatically since early June. Back then, 110 wins seemed possible, if unlikely. Now, they will feel fortunate to eclipse 90 wins and squeak into the postseason.
The Orioles have not scored more than two runs in a game since Tuesday, when they whooped the White Sox 9-0.