At one point, these two teams seemed kindred spirits. They tied for the worst record in the sport in 2021. They both broke records biggest bounce-backs the next season. And at one point, they were both leading their respective divisions this year, holding juggernaut nemeses behind them, on the cusp of shocking the world.
As we are painfully aware, especially after the last three games, the Diamondbacks did not maintain that pace. They have fallen off and are now competing for a Wild Card spot, or else to stay home in October. On the other hand, the Orioles have already clinched a winning record with 29 games left to play in the season.