The Orioles’ struggles with runners in scoring position struck once again Wednesday night, as the Baltimore bats failed to deliver the clutch hit in a 5-2 loss to the Twins.
The O’s had three moments Wednesday in Minneapolis where it felt like a timely base hit could turn the tide in their favor. Ramón Laureano gave the Orioles an early 1-0 lead with a solo HR to center in the top of the 3rd. However, a three-run blast for the Twins in the bottom of the inning meant the O’s were chasing Minnesota for the majority of the evening.