Alex Rychwalski | Surprise, surprise! It wasn't Hyde
The Baltimore Orioles are struggling significantly this season, currently sitting eight games below .500. Despite having the highest payroll in franchise history, the team is performing poorly in multiple areas, including hitting and pitching. Former manager Brandon Hyde, who was fired last season, is now with the Tampa Bay Rays, watching his old team falter.
- ▪The Orioles are currently 21-29, marking a new low point for the team.
- ▪They rank 18th in runs scored and 26th in team ERA, indicating poor performance.
- ▪Despite their struggles, they are only 3.5 games out of the Wild Card race.
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