With the exception of Adam Jones, the Baltimore Orioles have to start working better with runners on base – and overall for that matter. The Birds went 3-for-11 with RISP in tonight’s loss to Tampa, specifically letting Tampa off the hook in the second and third innings with traffic on the base paths. If those things don’t happen, the game is much more competitive and looks entirely different.
It’s unclear exactly how many “sayings” the Birds will turn on their side, however the old saying is that solo homers won’t kill you. They’ve been major parts of rallies for Oriole opponents this year – often with two outs.