Before the game, interim manager Tony Mansolino said Baltimore wouldnāt have a set replacement at closer; instead, the Orioles will rely on matchup-based decisions in late-game scenarios.
Where Holliday was a year ago is worth remembering because the Orioles will rely on more prospects to continue growing, even if their early showcases leave something to be desired.
āThe way it has progressed has been insane,ā said OāHearn of a career he felt might be over at any moment years earlier. āBetter than anything I could have imagined.ā
āBe where my feet are, focus on my team," O'Hearn said. "The Baltimore Orioles right now are my team. In my mind, weāre trying to make a miraculous comeback."
Before Wood got the invite to launch homers during the derby alongside some of the gameās biggest stars, he and his hitting coach Gerardo Caceres developed his swing in Gaithersburg.
To scouts around baseball, the prudent path forward would be to sell players at the deadline, prioritizing a retooling for 2026 competitiveness over the long shot of 2025.
The Oriolesā Charlie Morton is scheduled to start the first game of Thursdayās doubleheader at Camden Yards after Wednesday nightās game was rained out.