The Orioles have shown much-improved plate discipline during the early weeks of the 2016 season, which helped them get off to the best start in Baltimore franchise history. The only question is whether that was an aberation or will become the norm this season.
Of course, there is a balance to be struck between patience and aggressiveness and it isn't always easy to find.
Tuesday night's loss to the Blue Jays was a good example. The Orioles were facing a highly efficient pitcher in Marcus Stroman (3-0) who would go on to record his 13th career victory over an AL East opponent in just 16 decisions.