The Orioles will enter the biggest series of the season after suffering arguably their worst loss of the season. Baltimore failed to score against a pitcher it traded away earlier this season and a St. Louis team positioned dead last in the NL Central. The loss dropped Baltimore’s lead in the division to two before a pivotal four-game series against the Rays.
Fortunately, the Orioles immediately have an opportunity to better the vibes in Birdland. The Orioles can extend their division lead with a series victory this weekend at Camden Yards. Baltimore only needs one win to secure the season tiebreaker over Tampa, but the club must manage a series split at a minimum to keep things rolling.