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Baltimore Orioles surge in AL Wild Card race following win over Rockies
The Baltimore Orioles are intensifying their pursuit of the final American League Wild Card spot. Following a three-game sweep of the Oakland Athletics, the Orioles moved within a half-game of the Cleveland Guardians in the standings.
During a recent series against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field, the Orioles secured a 2-1 victory despite a significant rain delay. The win was highlighted by center fielder Colton Cowser, who made a dramatic ninth-inning catch to rob Jake McCarthy of a potential walk-off home run. This victory brings Baltimore to a .500 record for the season.
In related roster news, the Boston Red Sox have expressed concern regarding catcher Adley Rutschman, who was acquired from the Orioles at the trade deadline. Interim manager Chad Tracy reported that Rutschman is dealing with a hyperextended elbow that may require management throughout the remainder of the season. Meanwhile, in the minor leagues, Orioles first-round pick Vance Honeycutt has seen a successful promotion to Double-A Chesapeake after a strong start in his first ten games.
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Atlanta Braves · Baltimore Orioles · Cleveland Guardians · Colorado Rockies · Colton Cowser · Coors Field · Matt Olson · Ryan Feltner
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Colorado Rockies have lost over 100 games in each of the last three seasons.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Colorado Rockies have lost 11 of their last 15 games.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Rockies have a 6-26 record against the Braves since 2022.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Rockies lost 3-2 in 10 innings to the Atlanta Braves on Sunday.