{"id":61147,"date":"2023-08-25T09:36:47","date_gmt":"2023-08-25T13:36:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/?p=61147"},"modified":"2023-08-25T09:36:47","modified_gmt":"2023-08-25T13:36:47","slug":"orioles-rockies-upset","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/2023\/08\/25\/orioles-rockies-upset\/","title":{"rendered":"Rockies Look to Upset AL East Powerhouse"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Baltimore Orioles<\/a> will host the Colorado Rockies<\/a> in an exciting matchup at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The Orioles, currently leading the American League East and holding the top spot in the league standings, boast an impressive record of 79-48. On the other side, the Rockies, sitting in fifth place in the National League West, have a record of 48-79.<\/p>\n

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Orioles vs Rockies: Battle at Camden Yards<\/h2>\n

The Orioles will send Cole Irvin<\/a> to the mound. Irvin, with a record of 1-3 and an ERA of 4.66, will look to deliver a strong performance and extend the Orioles’ winning streak. The Rockies will counter with Kyle Freeland<\/a>, who holds a record of 5-13 and an ERA of 5.02. Both pitchers will face the challenge of shutting down their opponent’s strong offensive lineups.<\/p>\n

The Orioles have been generating impressive offensive numbers throughout the season, with Austin Hays<\/a> leading the team in batting average with a .281. Anthony Santander<\/a> has been a powerhouse for the Orioles in the home run department, hitting 24 home runs to lead the team. Fans can expect an exciting display of power from Santander and the rest of the Orioles lineup.<\/p>\n

As for the Rockies, they have faced struggles this season, but they will look to turn things around against the Orioles. Orioles’ fans will have to keep an eye on the Rockies lineup for unexpected surprises.<\/p>\n

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The game will be played on August 25th at 7:05 PM Eastern and will be broadcast on MLB Network. Make sure to tune in for this exciting matchup between the Orioles and the Rockies.<\/p>\n

Orioles Look to Extend Winning Streak<\/h3>\n

– Orioles’ ace Cole Irvin takes the mound, aiming to add another win to his record
\n– Austin Hays leads the team in batting average, providing consistent offense for the Orioles
\n– Anthony Santander’s power hitting poses a major threat to the Rockies’ pitching staff<\/p>\n

Injuries<\/h3>\n

Orioles:<\/strong> Jack Flaherty<\/a> (SP, General soreness, Day-to-Day), Dillon Tate<\/a> (RP, Elbow, D60), John Means<\/a> (SP, Elbow, D60), Keegan Akin<\/a> (RP, Back, D60), Aaron Hicks<\/a> (LF, Back, D10)<\/p>\n

Rockies:<\/strong> Chase Anderson<\/a> (SP, Shoulder, D15), Kris Bryant<\/a> (RF, Finger, D10), Antonio Senzatela<\/a> (SP, Elbow, D60), Ryan Feltner<\/a> (SP, Skull, D60), Matt Carasiti<\/a> (RP, Shoulder, D15), Ryan Rolison<\/a> (SP, Undisclosed, D60), Germ\u00e1n M\u00e1rquez<\/a> (SP, Elbow, D60), Lucas Gilbreath<\/a> (RP, Elbow, D60), Tyler Kinley<\/a> (RP, Elbow, D15)<\/p>\n

Main photo credits:<\/p>\n

Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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