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Orioles Look to Continue Offensive Onslaught as Twins Visit Baltimore

As the Baltimore Orioles prepare to host the Minnesota Twins at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, fans can expect an exciting matchup on April 16th. The Orioles have shown a mixed bag of results in their recent games, but one thing has been consistent: their ability to bring runs home.


Jul 8, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA;  Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35) and pitcher Danny Coulombe (54) celebrate a victory over the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-USA TODAY Sports

In their last game against the Kansas City Royals, the Orioles emerged victorious with a 6-4 win. Their offense was firing on all cylinders, racking up nine hits and capitalizing on two errors by the Royals. The team's hitting statistics were impressive, boasting a .265 batting average and .757 OPS (on-base plus slugging percentage). They also showed resilience in scoring two runs in the final inning to seal their win.


However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for Baltimore. In an earlier game against the Los Angeles Angels, they struggled offensively with only three hits and one run scored throughout nine innings. Despite this setback, they managed to maintain a solid defensive performance with only one error.


Jul 8, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA;  Baltimore Orioles outfielder Aaron Hicks (34) hits a single against the Minnesota Twins during the second inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-USA TODAY Sports

The most notable performance came during another game against Los Angeles Angels where Baltimore's bats exploded for thirteen runs on fourteen hits. This offensive outburst was highlighted by eight extra-base hits and an overall slugging percentage of .711.


Pitching has been relatively stable for the Orioles as well. Their bullpen managed an ERA of 2.455 against Kansas City while maintaining a WHIP (walks plus hits per inning pitched) of 1.3636.


Jul 8, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA;  Minnesota Twins infielder Donovan Solano (39) runs to second base on an RBI double against the Baltimore Orioles during the sixth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-USA TODAY Sports

Oriole Park at Camden Yards could play into Baltimore's favor given their recent success there; however, they will need both pitching and batting to work in harmony if they are going to overcome Minnesota's challenge.


Fans can catch this anticipated clash live from Oriole Park at Camden Yards or tune into MASN2 network on April 16th at 6:35 PM Eastern Time (ET).

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