The Baltimore Orioles are set to aim for their fourth consecutive home victory as they host the Arizona Diamondbacks. The match is scheduled for Tuesday at 6:35 p.m. EDT. This matchup follows the teams’ earlier encounter this season.
Current Standings
As of now, the Orioles hold a record of 9-7, placing them first in the AL East. The Diamondbacks, with a record of 9-8, are positioned third in the NL West.
Pitching Matchup
The game will showcase Trevor Rogers on the mound for the Orioles. He boasts an undefeated record of 2-0, with a 1.89 ERA and 14 strikeouts this season. On the other hand, Merrill Kelly will pitch for the Diamondbacks, seeking his first win of the season.
Team Performance
In their last ten games, both teams have achieved a record of 6-4. However, their performance metrics differ:
- Orioles: .245 batting average, 3.51 ERA, outscoring opponents by four runs.
- Diamondbacks: .231 batting average, 3.03 ERA, outscoring opponents by nine runs.
Top Performers
Several players stand out as key contributors for each team:
- Baltimore Orioles:
- Taylor Ward: .333 batting average, 10 doubles, 10 walks, and 8 RBIs.
- Gunnar Henderson: 12 hits in 42 at-bats, 5 home runs, and 9 RBIs in the last ten games.
- Arizona Diamondbacks:
- Ketel Marte: Leads with 4 home runs and a slugging percentage of .424.
- Ildemaro Vargas: 15 hits in 37 at-bats, including 4 doubles, a triple, 1 home run, and 5 RBIs.
Injuries Impacting the Teams
Injuries have impacted both rosters significantly:
- Orioles:
- Yaramil Hiraldo: 60-Day IL (shoulder)
- Ryan Mountcastle: 60-Day IL (foot fracture)
- Adley Rutschman: 10-Day IL (ankle)
- Felix Bautista: 60-Day IL (shoulder)
- (And several others on IL)
- Diamondbacks:
- Gabriel Moreno: 10-Day IL (back)
- Carlos Santana: 10-Day IL (groin)
- Lourdes Gurriel Jr.: 10-Day IL (knee)
- (And several others on IL)
Conclusion
The Orioles are eager to continue their home winning streak against the Diamondbacks. With both teams in competitive form, this matchup promises to deliver exciting baseball action.
