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  • Orioles closer Zach Britton pitches against the Astros in the...

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    Orioles closer Zach Britton pitches against the Astros in the ninth inning to record his 11th save.

  • Orioles starting pitcher Chris Tilman is shown in the third...

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    Orioles starting pitcher Chris Tilman is shown in the third inning.

  • Orioles first baseman Chris Davis fouls off a pitch against...

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    Orioles first baseman Chris Davis fouls off a pitch against the Seattle Mariners in the second inning at Camden Yards on May 20, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles' Manny Machado smiles during a pitching change against the...

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    Orioles' Manny Machado smiles during a pitching change against the Los Angeles Angels in a baseball game Sunday, May 17, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Bowie, Md.--5/26/15-- Orioles catcher Matt Wieters gets ready to bat...

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    Bowie, Md.--5/26/15-- Orioles catcher Matt Wieters gets ready to bat during a Bowie Baysox game, his first rehab appearance after elbow surgery. Kenneth K. Lam/Baltimore Sun DSC_9539 sp-matt-weters-p7-rehab lam

  • Miami Marlins' Dee Gordon, bottom, steals second on a late...

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    Miami Marlins' Dee Gordon, bottom, steals second on a late throw to Orioles' Jimmy Paredes, top, during the sixth inning in Miami, Friday, May 22, 2015.

  • Baltimore Orioles' Alejandro De Aza follows through on a single...

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    Baltimore Orioles' Alejandro De Aza follows through on a single against the Toronto Blue Jays in the first inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 13, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Steve Pearce hits the eventual game-winning two-run home run.

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    Steve Pearce hits the eventual game-winning two-run home run.

  • Faithful fans that stayed beyond a two-plus-hour rain delay brave...

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    Faithful fans that stayed beyond a two-plus-hour rain delay brave the raw afternoon to cheer as Orioles' Alejandro De Aza (12) welcomes Chris Davis (19), who scored the go-ahead run against the Seattle Mariners at Camden Yardson May 21, 2015.

  • Orioles third baseman Manny Machado (13) rounds second for a triple during the...

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    Orioles third baseman Manny Machado (13) rounds second for a triple during the first inning of the second game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards. Machado later scored, and Baltimore split the the doubleheader winning the second game, 6-3.

  • Jimmy Paredes of the Orioles celebrates scoring a run in...

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    Jimmy Paredes of the Orioles celebrates scoring a run in the eighth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Camden Yards on May 17, 2015 in Baltimore. The Orioles won 3-0.

  • Orioles starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez delivers against the Tampa Bay...

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    Orioles starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez delivers against the Tampa Bay Rays during the eighth inning at Camden Yards. Baltimore edged the Rays, 2-1.

  • Baltimore Orioles outfielders, left to right, David Lough, Adam Jones...

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    Baltimore Orioles outfielders, left to right, David Lough, Adam Jones and Delmon Young celebrate their 3-0 win against the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday, May 17, 2015, in Baltimore.

  • Orioles third baseman Manny Machado fields a roller hit by...

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    Orioles third baseman Manny Machado fields a roller hit by Tampa Bay Rays' Brandon Guyer, who beat out the throw to first base at Camden Yards. The Rays shut out the Orioles, 3-0.

  • Baltimore Orioles' Manny Machado (13) slides into home to score...

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    Baltimore Orioles' Manny Machado (13) slides into home to score as Miami Marlins catcher Jhonatan Solano waits for the throw during the sixth inning of a baseball game, Sunday, May 24, 2015, in Miami. Machado scored on a sacrifice fly by Jimmy Paredes.

  • Orioles' Steve Pearce, right, greets teammates Jimmy Paredes, from left,...

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    Orioles' Steve Pearce, right, greets teammates Jimmy Paredes, from left, Chris Davis and Delmon Young after batting them in on a grand slam in the first inning against the Seattle Mariners, Thursday, May 21, 2015, in Baltimore.

  • Delmon Young homers in the first inning against the Tampa...

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    Delmon Young homers in the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays.

  • Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Chris Tillman throws to the Houston...

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    Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Chris Tillman throws to the Houston Astros in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 26, 2015, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) ORG XMIT: BAB102

  • Dee Gordon of the Miami Marlins slides safely into second...

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    Dee Gordon of the Miami Marlins slides safely into second base under the tag of Orioles' Jimmy Paredes during the game at Marlins Park on May 22, 2015 in Miami.

  • Seattle's Chris Taylor, right, tags out Orioles designated hitter Jimmy Paredes, who...

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    Seattle's Chris Taylor, right, tags out Orioles designated hitter Jimmy Paredes, who was trying to stretch an RBI single into a double in the eighth inning at Camden Yards on May 20, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles third baseman Manny Machado (13) slides into third base for a triple...

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    Orioles third baseman Manny Machado (13) slides into third base for a triple under a late throw to Chicago White Sox third baseman Conor Gillaspie during the first inning of the second game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards. Machado later scored, and Baltimore split the the doubleheader winning the second game, 6-3.

  • Baltimore Orioles' J.J. Hardy runs the bases after hitting a...

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    Baltimore Orioles' J.J. Hardy runs the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Los Angeles Angels in the eighth inning Friday, May 15, 2015 in Baltimore. The Angels won 3-1.

  • Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Wei-Yin Chen delivers a pitch against...

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    Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Wei-Yin Chen delivers a pitch against the Houston Astros during the second inning.

  • Baltimore Orioles' Chris Davis watches his sacrifice fly ball in...

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    Baltimore Orioles' Chris Davis watches his sacrifice fly ball in front of Houston Astros catcher Jason Castro in the sixth inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 26, 2015, in Baltimore. Jimmy Paredes scored on the play. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) ORG XMIT: BAB107

  • Orioles rookie right-hander Mike Wright returns to the dugout after...

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    Orioles rookie right-hander Mike Wright returns to the dugout after the second inning against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park on May 23, 2015 in Miami.

  • Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph (36) celebrates his two-run home run...

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    Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph (36) celebrates his two-run home run against the Houston Astros during the second inning.

  • Steve Pearce is pied by teammate Tommy Hunter after his...

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    Steve Pearce is pied by teammate Tommy Hunter after his on-field postgame interview. Pearce's two-run homer in the seventh inning was the game-winner.

  • Catcher Jason Castro of the Houston Astros looks on as...

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    Catcher Jason Castro of the Houston Astros looks on as Chris Davis (19) of the Orioles celebrates with Steve Pearce (28) after hitting a solo home run during the eighth inning of the Orioles' 5-4 win at Camden Yards on May 27, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles third base coach Bobby Dickerson shouts at Manny Machado...

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    Orioles third base coach Bobby Dickerson shouts at Manny Machado as he rounds third to score on a base hit by Steve Pearce at Camden Yards.

  • Orioles relief pitcher Zach Britton, right, and catcher Ryan Lavarnway...

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    Orioles relief pitcher Zach Britton, right, and catcher Ryan Lavarnway fist-bump after closing out a win over the Seattle Mariners, Thursday, May 21, 2015, in Baltimore.

  • Orioles' Chris Davis (19) celebrates his two-run home run with...

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    Orioles' Chris Davis (19) celebrates his two-run home run with J.J. Hardy, left, during the fourth inning against the Houston Astros, Wednesday, May 27, 2015, in Baltimore.

  • Bowie, Md.--5/26/15-- Orioles catcher Matt Wieters throws to second base...

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    Bowie, Md.--5/26/15-- Orioles catcher Matt Wieters throws to second base after pitcher warm up during a Bowie Baysox game, his first rehab appearance after elbow surgery. Kenneth K. Lam/Baltimore Sun DSC_9584 sp-matt-weters-p1-rehab lam

  • J.J. Hardy of the Orioles carries his pie into the clubhouse...

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    J.J. Hardy of the Orioles carries his pie into the clubhouse after driving in the game-winning run in the ninth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Camden Yards on May 29, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles shortstop J.J. Hardy loses the ball while tagging Seattle...

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    Orioles shortstop J.J. Hardy loses the ball while tagging Seattle Mariners' Chris Taylor, who steals second base during the eighth inning at Camden Yards.

  • Orioles catcher Steve Clevenger (45) slides into the tag of Tampa Bay...

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    Orioles catcher Steve Clevenger (45) slides into the tag of Tampa Bay Rays catcher Rene Rivera to end the fifth inning at Camden Yards. The Rays shut out the Orioles, 3-0.

  • Steve Pearce walks in the dugout after getting pied after...

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    Steve Pearce walks in the dugout after getting pied after a baseball game against the Houston Astros.

  • A throw from deep center field by Adam Jones after...

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    A throw from deep center field by Adam Jones after catching a drive by Chicago White Sox batter Alexei Ramirez is caught by third baseman Manny Machado, who turns to tag Adam LaRoche, attempting to advance during the second inning of the first game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards.

  • Zach Britton of the Orioles pitches to a Houston Astros...

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    Zach Britton of the Orioles pitches to a Houston Astros batter in the ninth inning of the Orioles' 5-4 win at Camden Yards on May 27, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • From left, outfielders David Lough, Adam Jones, and Alejandro De...

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    From left, outfielders David Lough, Adam Jones, and Alejandro De Aza celebrate an Orioles victory over the Seattle Mariners at Camden Yards.

  • Orioles designated hitter Jimmy Paredes (38) is tagged out by...

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    Orioles designated hitter Jimmy Paredes (38) is tagged out by Miami Marlins shortstop Adeiny Hechavarria, left, on a first-inning double play in Miami, Friday, May 22, 2015.

  • Chicago White Sox outfielder Adam Eaton, who led off the sixth inning...

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    Chicago White Sox outfielder Adam Eaton, who led off the sixth inning with a walk, crosses the plate on a hit from batter Melky Cabrera as a throw comes in late to Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph during the first game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards.

  • Manny Machado, bottom, is out at second on a force...

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    Manny Machado, bottom, is out at second on a force as Los Angeles Angels shortstop Erick Aybar jumps over him in the first inning.

  • Orioles center fielder Adam Jones (10) crosses the plate safely on an...

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    Orioles center fielder Adam Jones (10) crosses the plate safely on an RBI single from Steve Clevenger against the Chicago White Sox during the third inning of the second game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards. Baltimore split the the doubleheader winning the second game, 6-3.

  • In his first game in Baltimore since leaving his old...

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    In his first game in Baltimore since leaving his old team, Seattle Mariners slugger Nelson Cruz passes Orioles first baseman Chris Davis while rounding the bases after a three-run home run.

  • Orioles starting pitcher Chris Tilman adjusts his cap in the...

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    Orioles starting pitcher Chris Tilman adjusts his cap in the third inning.

  • Steve Pearce (28) celebrates his two-run home run with Delmon...

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    Steve Pearce (28) celebrates his two-run home run with Delmon Young, left, during the seventh inning.

  • A general view during the third inning of the Orioles-Astros...

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    A general view during the third inning of the Orioles-Astros game at Camden Yards on May 27, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • A ball hit by Chicago White Sox batter Adam LaRoche...

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    A ball hit by Chicago White Sox batter Adam LaRoche sails above Orioles center fielder Adam Jones, allowing Melky Cabrera to score from second base during a two-run sixth inning of the first game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards.

  • Orioles' Jimmy Paredes reaches first base too late, just as the...

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    Orioles' Jimmy Paredes reaches first base too late, just as the throw is caught by Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Jake Elmore in the first inning at Camden Yards. The Rays blanked the Orioles, 3-0.

  • Adam Jones of the Orioles beats the tag by catcher...

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    Adam Jones of the Orioles beats the tag by catcher Geovany Soto of the Chicago White Sox on a Steve Clevenger single in the third inning against the Chicago White Sox in Game 2 of a doubleheader at Camden Yards on May 28, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles starter Wei-Yin Chen pitches with Astros' Hank Conger on...

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    Orioles starter Wei-Yin Chen pitches with Astros' Hank Conger on second base in the fourth inning..

  • Teammates work together to pull the jersey off Orioles shortstop J.J....

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    Teammates work together to pull the jersey off Orioles shortstop J.J. Hardy, who smiles after hitting the game-winning single against the Tampa Bay Rays during the ninth inning at Camden Yards. Baltimore edged the Rays, 2-1.

  • Orioles starter Ubaldo Jimenez returns to the dugout after the...

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    Orioles starter Ubaldo Jimenez returns to the dugout after the second inning against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park on May 22, 2015 in Miami.

  • Orioles pinch runner Everth Cabrera races from first to third...

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    Orioles pinch runner Everth Cabrera races from first to third base on a base hit from Chris Davis against the Tampa Bay Rays during the ninth inning at Camden Yards. Baltimore edged the Rays, 2-1.

  • Baltimore Orioles' Jimmy Paredes, center, high-fives teammates in the dugout...

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    Baltimore Orioles' Jimmy Paredes, center, high-fives teammates in the dugout after scoring on a sacrifice fly ball by Chris Davis in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros, Tuesday, May 26, 2015, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) ORG XMIT: BAB108

  • Orioles' Alejandro De Aza (12) tries to dodge a tag...

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    Orioles' Alejandro De Aza (12) tries to dodge a tag by Miami Marlins catcher J.T. Realmuto (20) during the eighth inning in Miami, Friday, May 22, 2015.

  • Orioles designated hitter Jimmy Paredes, who was trying to stretch...

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    Orioles designated hitter Jimmy Paredes, who was trying to stretch an RBI single into a double, looks on in the eighth inning at Camden Yards on May 20, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • In the third inning, Chris Davis tags out the Rays...

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    In the third inning, Chris Davis tags out the Rays runner Evan Longoria.

  • Getting a good jump from second base, Orioles' Chris Davis...

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    Getting a good jump from second base, Orioles' Chris Davis avoids Seattle Mariners catcher Welington Castillo to score the go-ahead run on an RBI single from J.J. Hardy during the eighth inning at Camden Yards on May 21, 2015.

  • Houston Astros' Jose Altuve (27) is out at second as...

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    Houston Astros' Jose Altuve (27) is out at second as Baltimore Orioles second baseman Ryan Flaherty, left, throws to first but is unable to get out Astros' Preston Tucker during the seventh inning, Wednesday, May 27, 2015, in Baltimore. Also seen is Baltimore Orioles shortstop J.J. Hardy (2). The Orioles won 5-4.

  • Former Orioles, Seattle Mariners outfielder Nelson Cruz (23) stands with...

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    Former Orioles, Seattle Mariners outfielder Nelson Cruz (23) stands with Orioles first baseman Chris Davis (19) after hitting a single at Camden Yards.

  • Miami Marlins' Martin Prado, left, scores as Baltimore Orioles catcher...

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    Miami Marlins' Martin Prado, left, scores as Baltimore Orioles catcher Ryan Lavarnway looks on during the second inning of a baseball game, Sunday, May 24, 2015, in Miami. Marlins' Christian Yelich grounded out to first on the play.

  • Baltimore Orioles' Jimmy Parades follows through on a double against...

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    Baltimore Orioles' Jimmy Parades follows through on a double against the Toronto Blue Jays in the eighth inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 13, 2015, in Baltimore. The Orioles won 6-1.

  • Mike Wright pitches during the first inning of his major...

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    Mike Wright pitches during the first inning of his major league debut against the Los Angeles Angels.

  • Steve Pearce, left, gets pied by teammate Tommy Hunter, right,...

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    Steve Pearce, left, gets pied by teammate Tommy Hunter, right, after a baseball game against the Houston Astros.

  • Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Wei-Yin Chen, of Taiwan, throws to...

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    Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Wei-Yin Chen, of Taiwan, throws to the Seattle Mariners in the fourth inning Wednesday, May 20, 2015, in Baltimore.

  • Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez delivers against the Toronto...

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    Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez delivers against the Toronto Blue Jays in the first inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 13, 2015, in Baltimore.

  • Umpires Paul Emmel, right, and Jordan Baker examine Brian Matusz's...

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    Umpires Paul Emmel, right, and Jordan Baker examine Brian Matusz's right forearm in the 12th inning. He was later ejected for having a "foreign substance" on it.

  • The tarp is on the field for a rain delay...

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    The tarp is on the field for a rain delay before the game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Los Angeles Angels at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on May 16, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Delmon Young hits the ball over the head of Astros...

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    Delmon Young hits the ball over the head of Astros pitcher Dallas Keuchel, left, into center field for a single in the seventh inning.

  • Mike Wright after taking a pie in the face from...

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    Mike Wright after taking a pie in the face from Adam Jones.

  • Orioles starting pitcher Tyler Wilson throws against the Chicago White...

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    Orioles starting pitcher Tyler Wilson throws against the Chicago White Sox during the first game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards.

  • Orioles starting pitcher Chris Tilman in the first inning.

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    Orioles starting pitcher Chris Tilman in the first inning.

  • Orioles first baseman Chris Davis catches a foul ball hit...

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    Orioles first baseman Chris Davis catches a foul ball hit by Chris Carter of the Houston Astros for the second out of the eighth inning during the Orioles' 5-4 win at Camden Yards on May 27, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles batter J.J. Hardy walks off after being called out...

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    Orioles batter J.J. Hardy walks off after being called out on strikes, thrown by Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale during the fifth inning of the first game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards.

  • An Orioles fan shows her patriotism during a game against...

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    An Orioles fan shows her patriotism during a game against the Houston Astros on Memorial Day.

  • Orioles starting pitcher Tyler Wilson delivers against the Chicago White...

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    Orioles starting pitcher Tyler Wilson delivers against the Chicago White Sox during the first game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards.

  • Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez (50) is taken out...

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    Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez (50) is taken out by manager Buck Showalter, left, during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Sunday, May 24, 2015, in Miami.

  • Orioles right fielder Delmon Young (27) turns to look up...

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    Orioles right fielder Delmon Young (27) turns to look up as a drive hit by Tampa Bay Rays' Steven Souza Jr. reaches the flag court for a solo home run during the second inning at Camden Yards. The Rays shut out the Orioles, 3-0.

  • Orioles designated hitter Jimmy Paredes reaches for a fist bump from on-deck...

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    Orioles designated hitter Jimmy Paredes reaches for a fist bump from on-deck batter Steve Clevenger (45) after scoring on a double from Chris Davis during a two-run second inning in the second game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards. Baltimore split the the doubleheader, winning the second game, 6-3.

  • Umpire Sam Holbrook calls out Jimmy Paredes, who was trying...

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    Umpire Sam Holbrook calls out Jimmy Paredes, who was trying to stretch an RBI single into a double in the eighth inning at Camden Yards on May 20, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Bowie, Md.--5/26/15-- Orioles catcher Matt Wieters runs to first base...

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    Bowie, Md.--5/26/15-- Orioles catcher Matt Wieters runs to first base during an at bat in a Bowie Baysox game, his first rehab appearance after elbow surgery. Kenneth K. Lam/Baltimore Sun DSC_9627 sp-matt-weters-p4-rehab lam

  • MIAMI, FL - MAY 24: Miguel Gonzalez #50 of the...

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    MIAMI, FL - MAY 24: Miguel Gonzalez #50 of the Baltimore Orioles pitches during the first inning of the game against the Baltimore Orioles at Marlins Park on May 24, 2015 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Getty Images) ORG XMIT: 538580981

  • Wei-Yin Chen of the Baltimore Orioles pitches in the first...

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    Wei-Yin Chen of the Baltimore Orioles pitches in the first inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on May 15, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Brian Matusz speaks with umpires Paul Emmel, right, and Jordan...

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    Brian Matusz speaks with umpires Paul Emmel, right, and Jordan Baker as catcher Caleb Joseph listens during the 12th inning.

  • Orioles starter Ubaldo Jimenez pitches in the third inning against...

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    Orioles starter Ubaldo Jimenez pitches in the third inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Camden Yards on May 16, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles starting pitcher Tyler Wilson delivers against the Chicago White...

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    Orioles starting pitcher Tyler Wilson delivers against the Chicago White Sox during the first game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards.

  • Astros starter Dallas Keuchel pitches against the Orioles in the...

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    Astros starter Dallas Keuchel pitches against the Orioles in the fourth inning.

  • Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph tags out the Angels' Kole Calhoun...

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    Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph tags out the Angels' Kole Calhoun in a run down on ball hit Erick Aybar in the forth inning. Manny Machado watches.

  • Manny Machado of the Baltimore Orioles hits a double in...

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    Manny Machado of the Baltimore Orioles hits a double in the second inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on May 13, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Rays starting pitcher Jake Odorizzi pitches in the first inning.

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    Rays starting pitcher Jake Odorizzi pitches in the first inning.

  • Orioles center fielder Adam Jones puts a pie in the...

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    Orioles center fielder Adam Jones puts a pie in the face of Mike Wright to celebrate his first major league win in his major league debut.

  • An usher stands waiting out a rain delay at a...

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    An usher stands waiting out a rain delay at a baseball game between the Baltimore Orioles and Los Angeles Angels on Saturday, May 16, 2015, in Baltimore.

  • Houston Astros' Jason Castro watches his double in front of...

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    Houston Astros' Jason Castro watches his double in front of Baltimore Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph in the seventh inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 26, 2015, in Baltimore. Chris Carter scored on the play. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) ORG XMIT: BAB103

  • Baltimore, MD-5/26/15- Orioles player Ryan Lavarnway, right, hands out drinks...

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    Baltimore, MD-5/26/15- Orioles player Ryan Lavarnway, right, hands out drinks on the line. The Orioles and Maryland Food Bank partnered with William Pinderhughes Elementary School in West Baltimore for an emergency food drive to help residents with limited access to groceries due to last month's unrest following the Freddie Gray protests. Orioles players Miguel Gonzalez and Ryan Lavarnway, with Orioles wives and other volunteers, helped distribute the food outside the school to about 220 people. Amy Davis/ Baltimore Sun - #788

  • Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph catches a foul ball hit by...

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    Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph catches a foul ball hit by Marwin Gonzalez of the Houston Astros for the third out of the second inning during the Orioles' 5-4 win at Camden Yards on May 27, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles reliever Tommy Hunter pitches during the game against the...

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    Orioles reliever Tommy Hunter pitches during the game against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park on May 22, 2015 in Miami.

  • Home plate umpire Dan Bellino looks on as Jimmy Paredes...

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    Home plate umpire Dan Bellino looks on as Jimmy Paredes (38) of the Orioles safely steals home under the tag of catcher Jason Castro (15) of the Houston Astros during the fourth inning at Camden Yards on May 27, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Baltimore Orioles' Miguel Gonzalez delivers a pitch during the first...

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    Baltimore Orioles' Miguel Gonzalez delivers a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Sunday, May 24, 2015, in Miami.

  • Orioles third baseman Manny Machado (13) slides into third base for a triple...

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    Orioles third baseman Manny Machado (13) slides into third base for a triple under a late throw to Chicago White Sox third baseman Conor Gillaspie during the first inning of the second game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards. Machado later scored, and Baltimore split the the doubleheader winning the second game, 6-3.

  • Tampa Bay Rays batter Asdrubal Cabrera walks off after striking...

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    Tampa Bay Rays batter Asdrubal Cabrera walks off after striking out with the bases loaded against Orioles relief pitcher Darren O'Day during the ninth inning at Camden Yards. Baltimore edged the Rays, 2-1.

  • Baltimore Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph, left, and pitcher Darren O'Day...

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    Baltimore Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph, left, and pitcher Darren O'Day celebrate their 6-1 win over the Toronto Blue Jays Wednesday, May 13, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles right-hander Mike Wright, middle, sees his major league debut end after 7...

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    Orioles right-hander Mike Wright, middle, sees his major league debut end after 7 1/3 scoreless innings against the Los Angeles Angels at Camden Yards on May 17, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Chris Beck (54) throws to...

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    Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Chris Beck (54) throws to Orioles batter Manny Machado during the second game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards. Baltimore split the the doubleheader, winning the second game, 6-3.

  • Delmon Young, left, is congratulated by Steve Pearce after Young...

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    Delmon Young, left, is congratulated by Steve Pearce after Young homered in the first inning.

  • Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph (36) waits as Jimmy Paredes (38) crosses the...

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    Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph (36) waits as Jimmy Paredes (38) crosses the plate after hitting a home run to cap a three-run sixth inning against the Seattle Mariners at Camden Yards.

  • Steve Pearce of the Orioles hits a grand slam against the...

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    Steve Pearce of the Orioles hits a grand slam against the Seattle Mariners in the first inning at Camden Yards on May 21, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles first baseman Chris Davis drives a crucial base hit against...

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    Orioles first baseman Chris Davis drives a crucial base hit against the Tampa Bay Rays during the ninth inning at Camden Yards. Baltimore edged the Rays, 2-1.

  • Orioles third baseman Manny Machado (13) rounds second on his way to...

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    Orioles third baseman Manny Machado (13) rounds second on his way to a triple during the first inning of the second game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards. Machado later scored, and Baltimore split the the doubleheader winning the second game, 6-3.

  • Chris Davis of the Orioles follows his solo home run...

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    Chris Davis of the Orioles follows his solo home run during the eighth inning of the Orioles' 5-4 win over the Houston Astros at Camden Yards on May 27, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles starting pitcher Mike Wright delivers a pitch to Chicago...

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    Orioles starting pitcher Mike Wright delivers a pitch to Chicago White Sox batter Gordon Beckham, striking him out to end the second inning during the second game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards. Baltimore split the the doubleheader, winning the second game, 6-3.

  • A ball hit by Chicago White Sox batter Adam LaRoche...

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    A ball hit by Chicago White Sox batter Adam LaRoche sails above Orioles center fielder Adam Jones, allowing Melky Cabrera to score from second base during a two-run sixth inning of the first game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards.

  • Baltimore Orioles second baseman Rey Navarro leaps over Los Angeles...

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    Baltimore Orioles second baseman Rey Navarro leaps over Los Angeles Angels Mike Trout after getting a force at second in the sixth inning of a baseball game Friday, May 15, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Bowie, Md.--5/26/15-- Orioles catcher Matt Wieters throws to second base...

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    Bowie, Md.--5/26/15-- Orioles catcher Matt Wieters throws to second base after pitcher warm up during a Bowie Baysox game, his first rehab appearance after elbow surgery. Kenneth K. Lam/Baltimore Sun DSC_9583 sp-matt-weters-p5-rehab lam

  • In the third inning, Tampa Bay Rays player David DeJesus,...

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    In the third inning, Tampa Bay Rays player David DeJesus, second from left, waits to be called out at second base after review.

  • Orioles second baseman Steve Pearce (28) reacts with the dugout as he...

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    Orioles second baseman Steve Pearce (28) reacts with the dugout as he celebrates his home run during the fourth inning against the Houston Astros, Wednesday, May 27, 2015, in Baltimore.

  • Orioles starting pitcher Wei-Yin Chen wipes his brow during the...

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    Orioles starting pitcher Wei-Yin Chen wipes his brow during the sixth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The Tampa Bay Rays whitewashed the Orioles 3-0.

  • Orioles third baseman Manny Machado, right, waves to the crowd...

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    Orioles third baseman Manny Machado, right, waves to the crowd as he heads home after his first of two home runs in the game.

  • Orioles right fielder Delmon Young backs up center fielder Adam...

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    Orioles right fielder Delmon Young backs up center fielder Adam Jones, who catches a drive hit by Seattle Mariners' Rickie Weeks to end the sixth inning at Camden Yards.

  • Houston Astros' Luis Valbuena watches his single in front of...

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    Houston Astros' Luis Valbuena watches his single in front of Baltimore Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph in the eighth inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 26, 2015, in Baltimore. Jake Marisnick and Evan Gattis scored on the play. Houston won 4-1. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) ORG XMIT: BAB109

  • Orioles' Steve Pearce reacts after being called out on strikes...

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    Orioles' Steve Pearce reacts after being called out on strikes against the Los Angeles Angels, Sunday, May 17, 2015, in Baltimore.

  • Orioles starting pitcher Chris Tillman throws to the Seattle Mariners...

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    Orioles starting pitcher Chris Tillman throws to the Seattle Mariners in the first inning, Thursday, May 21, 2015, in Baltimore.

  • Miami Marlins' Adeiny Hechavarria (3) and Jhonatan Solano celebrate after...

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    Miami Marlins' Adeiny Hechavarria (3) and Jhonatan Solano celebrate after they scored on a single by Marcell Ozuna during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles, Sunday, May 24, 2015, in Miami.

  • In the second inning, Rays runner Nick Franklin scores.

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    In the second inning, Rays runner Nick Franklin scores.

  • Orioles starting pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez (31) throws to the Miami...

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    Orioles starting pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez (31) throws to the Miami Marlins during the first inning in Miami, Friday, May 22, 2015.

  • Chris Davis, left, with first base coach Wayne Kirby #24...

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    Chris Davis, left, with first base coach Wayne Kirby #24 after Davis doubled in the first inning.

  • Chris Davis (19) of the Orioles hits a home run...

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    Chris Davis (19) of the Orioles hits a home run during the fourth inning at Camden Yards on May 27, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Baltimore, MD-5/26/15- Rashawn Hickman, 3, sitting in cart, waves to...

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    Baltimore, MD-5/26/15- Rashawn Hickman, 3, sitting in cart, waves to Orioles player Miguel Gonzalez, right, as his mother, Teena Hickman looks on. Gonzalez and his wife Lucy were giving out bags of potatoes. The Orioles and Maryland Food Bank partnered with William Pinderhughes Elementary School in West Baltimore for an emergency food drive to help residents with limited access to groceries due to last month's unrest following the Freddie Gray protests. Orioles players Gonzalez and Ryan Lavarnway, with Orioles wives and other volunteers, helped distribute the food outside the school to about 220 people. Amy Davis/ Baltimore Sun - #772

  • Steve Pearce, center, celebrates his two-run home run against the...

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    Steve Pearce, center, celebrates his two-run home run against the Houston Astros.

  • Manager Buck Showalter of the Baltimore Orioles watches batting practice...

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    Manager Buck Showalter of the Baltimore Orioles watches batting practice before the game against the Los Angeles Angels at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on May 16, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles starting pitcher Tyler Wilson follows through on his delivery...

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    Orioles starting pitcher Tyler Wilson follows through on his delivery against the Chicago White Sox during the first game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards.

  • Orioles catcher Steve Clevenger reacts to a called third strike, ending...

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    Orioles catcher Steve Clevenger reacts to a called third strike, ending the first inning during the second game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards. Baltimore split the the doubleheader, winning the second game, 6-3.

  • Orioles third baseman Manny Machado (13) slides into third base for a triple...

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    Orioles third baseman Manny Machado (13) slides into third base for a triple under a late throw to Chicago White Sox third baseman Conor Gillaspie during the first inning of the second game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards. Machado later scored, and Baltimore split the the doubleheader winning the second game, 6-3.

  • Orioles pinch runner Everth Cabrera races from first to third...

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    Orioles pinch runner Everth Cabrera races from first to third base on a base hit from Chris Davis against the Tampa Bay Rays during the ninth inning at Camden Yards. Baltimore edged the Rays, 2-1.

  • Baltimore Orioles shortstop J.J. Hardy, right, tries to control a...

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  • A throw from deep center field by Adam Jones after...

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    A throw from deep center field by Adam Jones after catching a drive by Chicago White Sox batter Alexei Ramirez is caught by third baseman Manny Machado, who turns to tag Adam LaRoche, attempting to advance during the second inning of the first game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards.

  • Orioles shortstop J.J. Hardy singles in the eighth inning of a baseball...

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    Orioles shortstop J.J. Hardy singles in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Seattle Mariners, Thursday, May 21, 2015, in Baltimore. Chris Davis scored on the play. Baltimore won 5-4.

  • Orioles starting pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez throws to a Houston Astros batter...

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    Orioles starting pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez throws to a Houston Astros batter in the fourth inning at Camden Yards on May 27, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles center fielder Adam Jones approaches the batter's box against the Seattle...

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    Orioles center fielder Adam Jones approaches the batter's box against the Seattle Mariners, Thursday, May 21, 2015, in Baltimore.

  • Orioles first baseman Chris Davis reacts after striking out during...

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    Orioles first baseman Chris Davis reacts after striking out during the third inning against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park on May 23, 2015 in Miami.

  • Dante Lathan, center, high-fives the Baltimore Orioles bird mascot after...

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    Dante Lathan, center, high-fives the Baltimore Orioles bird mascot after throwing the ceremonial first pitch to relief pitcher Oliver Drake (71) before a baseball game between the Orioles and the Houston Astros, Tuesday, May 26, 2015, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) ORG XMIT: OTK

  • Dante Lathan, center, poses for a picture with the Baltimore...

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    Dante Lathan, center, poses for a picture with the Baltimore Orioles bird mascot and relief pitcher Oliver Drake after throwing the ceremonial first pitch before a baseball game between the Orioles and the Houston Astros, Tuesday, May 26, 2015, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) ORG XMIT: OTK

  • Orioles starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez delivers against the Tampa Bay...

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    Orioles starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez delivers against the Tampa Bay Rays during the eighth inning at Camden Yards. Baltimore edged the Rays, 2-1.

  • Orioles' Adam Jones, left, reaches out to J.J. Hardy (2), who...

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    Orioles' Adam Jones, left, reaches out to J.J. Hardy (2), who slapped an RBI single to score the go-ahead run against the Mariners on May 21, 2015 at Camden Yards.

  • Bowie, Md.--5/26/15-- Orioles catcher Matt Wieters bats during a Baysox...

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    Bowie, Md.--5/26/15-- Orioles catcher Matt Wieters bats during a Baysox game, his first rehab appearance after elbow surgery. Kenneth K. Lam/Baltimore Sun DSC_9618 sp-matt-weters-p2-rehab lam

  • Orioles' Jimmy Paredes, left, steals home as Houston Astros catcher...

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    Orioles' Jimmy Paredes, left, steals home as Houston Astros catcher Jason Castro, right, tries to tag him out during the fourth inning, Wednesday, May 27, 2015, in Baltimore. Home plate umpire Dan Bellino watches the play.

  • Miami Marlins' Ichiro Suzuki, left, and Orioles third baseman Manny...

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    Miami Marlins' Ichiro Suzuki, left, and Orioles third baseman Manny Machado (13) talk at third during the second inning in Miami, Friday, May 22, 2015.

  • Caleb Joseph of the Baltimore Orioles reacts after striking out...

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    Caleb Joseph of the Baltimore Orioles reacts after striking out in the fifth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on May 15, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles first baseman Chris Davis (19) celebrates his two-run home run with...

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    Orioles first baseman Chris Davis (19) celebrates his two-run home run with Manny Machado (13) in the dugout during the fourth inning against the Houston Astros, Wednesday, May 27, 2015, in Baltimore.

  • Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale delivers against the...

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    Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale delivers against the Orioles during the first game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards.

  • Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Chris Tillman heads for the showers...

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    Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Chris Tillman heads for the showers during a four-run seventh inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

  • An Orioles fan shows her patriotism during a game against...

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    An Orioles fan shows her patriotism during a game against the Houston Astros on Memorial Day.

  • Chris Davis, left, reacts to being called out on strikes for the...

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    Chris Davis, left, reacts to being called out on strikes for the first out of the ninth inning during the Orioles' 4-2 loss to the Mariners at Camden Yards on May 20, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles left-hander Wei-Yin Chen pitches in the first inning against...

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    Orioles left-hander Wei-Yin Chen pitches in the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Camden Yards on May 30, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Manager Buck Showalter of the Baltimore Orioles argues a call...

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    Manager Buck Showalter of the Baltimore Orioles argues a call with home plate umpire Tom Hallion in the third inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on May 13, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Starting pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez (31) of the Orioles throws to...

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    Starting pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez (31) of the Orioles throws to a Houston Astros batter in the first inning at Camden Yards on May 27, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Manny Machado (13) of the Baltimore Orioles celebrates with manager...

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    Manny Machado (13) of the Baltimore Orioles celebrates with manager Buck Showalter after scoring in the second inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on May 13, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles' Steve Pearce (28) is safe with an infield hit...

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    Orioles' Steve Pearce (28) is safe with an infield hit as a throw from Chicago White Sox third baseman Gordon Beckham is dropped by first baseman Jose Abreu during the first game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards.

  • In his first game in Baltimore since leaving his old...

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    In his first game in Baltimore since leaving his old team, Seattle Mariners slugger Nelson Cruz hits a three-run home run off Orioles starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez in the third inning at Camden Yards.

  • Rey Navarro (43) of the Baltimore Orioles is hit with...

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    Rey Navarro (43) of the Baltimore Orioles is hit with a pie by Adam Jones after a 6-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on May 13, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Chris Davis of the Orioles walks back to the dugout...

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    Chris Davis of the Orioles walks back to the dugout after grounding out against the Houston Astros in the second inning of a 5-4 win at Camden Yards on May 27, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • A fan sits alone during a rain delay, stopping play...

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    A fan sits alone during a rain delay, stopping play between the Orioles and the Seattle Mariners at Camden Yards on May 21, 2015.

  • Fans at Camden Yards.

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    Fans at Camden Yards.

  • Orioles pitcher Oliver Drake pitches in relief during the eighth...

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    Orioles pitcher Oliver Drake pitches in relief during the eighth inning.

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    Fans choose to vacate the seating bowl as rain falls during a rain delay, stopping play between the Baltimore Orioles and the Seattle Mariners at Camden Yards on May 21, 2015.

  • Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Mike Wright throws against the Miami...

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    Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Mike Wright throws against the Miami Marlins in the first inning in Miami, Saturday, May 23, 2015.

  • Manny Machado, left, throws to first to double up Astros'...

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    Manny Machado, left, throws to first to double up Astros' Hank Conger after forcing Preston Tucker, right, out at third base in the second inning.

  • Orioles designated hitter Jimmy Paredes (38) is welcomed by Chris Davis (19)...

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    Orioles designated hitter Jimmy Paredes (38) is welcomed by Chris Davis (19) after hitting a home run against the Seattle Mariners at Camden Yards.

  • Orioles third baseman Manny Machado reacts after striking out in...

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    Orioles third baseman Manny Machado reacts after striking out in the third inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Camden Yards on May 16, 2015 in Baltimore.

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    Baltimore Orioles second baseman Everth Cabrera throws to first to get the out after fielding Chicago White Sox's Jose Abreu's sharply hit ground ball in the first inning of the first game of a doubleheader Thursday, May 28, 2015, in Baltimore.

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    Orioles second baseman Ryan Flaherty takes a moment to look back at the scoreboard between pitches against the Tampa Bay Rays at Camden Yards. The Rays blanked the Orioles, 3-0.

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    Orioles starting pitcher Wei-Yin Chen throws in the first inning at Camden Yards on May 20, 2015 in Baltimore.

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    The Orioles' faithful that stayed through the two-plus-hour rain delay erupt as Chris Davis (19) rolls over after scoring the go-ahead run against the Seattle Mariners at Camden Yards on May 21, 2015.

  • Orioles left fielder David Lough catches a ball hit by...

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    Orioles left fielder David Lough catches a ball hit by Preston Tucker of the Houston Astros for the last out of during the Orioles' 5-4 win at Camden Yards on May 27, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles' Steve Pearce connects for a solo home run against...

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    Orioles' Steve Pearce connects for a solo home run against the Los Angeles Angels in the fifth inning Saturday, May 16, 2015, in Baltimore.

  • Brian Matusz is ejected from the game in the 12th...

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    Brian Matusz is ejected from the game in the 12th inning for having a "foreign substance" on his arm.

  • In the seventh inning, Manny Machado hits his first of...

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    In the seventh inning, Manny Machado hits his first of two home runs in the game.

  • Orioles teammates celebrate the game-winning hit by batter J.J. Hardy...

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    Orioles teammates celebrate the game-winning hit by batter J.J. Hardy against the Tampa Bay Rays at Camden Yards. Baltimore edged the Rays, 2-1.

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    J.J. Hardy (2) of the Baltimore Orioles celebrates with Rey Navarro (43) after hitting a home run in the eighth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on May 15, 2015 in Baltimore.

  • Orioles center fielder Adam Jones bunts the ball in the...

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    Orioles center fielder Adam Jones bunts the ball in the fourth inning against the Houston Astros at Camden Yards on May 27, 2015 in Baltimore.

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  • Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph reacts after being struck out by Chicago White...

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    Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph reacts after being struck out by Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale to end the fifth inning during the first game of a doubleheader at Camden Yards.

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    Baltimore Orioles' Delmon Young follows through on a single against the Los Angeles Angels in the fourth inning Sunday, May 17, 2015 , in Baltimore.

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    Baltimore Orioles' Caleb Joseph walks to the dugout after striking out with a runner on against the Los Angeles Angels in the fifth inning Friday, May 15, 2015 in Baltimore. The Angels won 3-1.

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  • Orioles first baseman Chris Davis (19) swipes his hand over home...

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    Teammates' hands feather around Orioles third baseman Manny Machado, who walked, stole second and scored, in the first inning at Camden Yards.

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    Orioles starting pitcher Mike Wright makes his major league debut against the Los Angeles Angels.

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When independently asked, Orioles manager Buck Showalter and right-hander Chris Tillman both say that there is no real concern with Tillman this season, that his uncharacteristically-high ERA and dismal record is a confluence of some bad luck and subpar moments.

“Chris is a 27-year-old man with a lot of success behind him,” Showalter said after Tillman and the Orioles lost 9-5 to the Tampa Bay Rays Sunday afternoon. “He’s very close, and he’s going to pitch good for us this year and hopefully for a long time. Keep that in mind. He was very close to having a real good outing today.”

Instead of a good outing, Tillman (2-7) lost his sixth straight decision – a career worst – saw his season ERA close in on 6.00 again (5.94) and failed to pitch five innings for the fourth time in 10 starts this season.

Always brutally honest in postgame interviews no matter his performance, Tillman said this stretch feels dismal in one sense and yet it’s not completely disheartening.

“Results-wise yeah. But the process is there and you can’t cheat it,” said Tillman, who allowed six runs (five earned) on nine hits and three walks in 4 2/3 innings. “We have been doing the work needed and I think the results will come. That’s the way I’ve been my whole career, you got to go through the process. Stay true to who you are and it’s going to come.”

Who Tillman has been for the past two-and-a-half seasons is the Orioles’ most reliable and consistent starter, a strike thrower and a bulldog who seemingly gives his club a chance to win every time he takes the mound.

In 2015, he’s won twice, and not since April 18. His seven losses already match his big-league high, which he set in 2013 went he was 13-7 in 33 starts.

“Mentally, I’m good. I feel really good with where I’m at,” said Tillman, who also said he was fine physically. “It’s just execution; it all comes down to execution. You make a pitch, we get out of it. We are sitting here celebrating, instead of going on the road with a loss.”

Playing before an announced crowd of 36,945 at Camden Yards, the Orioles (23-26) weren’t particularly crisp again. The defense was subpar: Delmon Young made an errant throw that led to a run, Steve Pearce threw to the wrong base, and a few potentially-catchable balls dropped in for hits. The offense did little besides getting two-homer games from Young and Manny Machado.

Twice in the past week, the Orioles faced a club on a lengthy losing streak, and won the first game before losing the next two. Last weekend, the Miami Marlins snapped an eight-game skid, winning on Saturday night and Sunday afternoon; this weekend, the Rays had dropped six in a row before beating the Orioles in consecutive afternoon games, Saturday and Sunday.

Sandwiched in between, the Orioles took two of three from the Houston Astros, the club with the best record in the American League, and split a doubleheader with the struggling Chicago White Sox.

Such has been the season so far for the Orioles, who haven’t won more than two in a row since late April. They also haven’t lost more than two consecutively since dropping four straight from May 4 to May 8. Despite the seesaw, they remain in third place in the AL East, two games behind the Rays (26-25) and Yankees (26-25).

“Maybe this is the Orioles scuffling, but we can turn it around,” Pearce said. “It is still early, we are still no more than [two] games back. Once we get hot we know we can do damage. We just haven’t hit that stride yet.”

At times, Tillman was good Sunday, striking out seven batters, including four consecutively.

At times, Tillman was unlucky. In the fifth, he walked Evan Longoria on a two-out, full-count pitch, which was followed by an infield single and a RBI bloop to left-center field that dropped in front of Pearce and out of center fielder David Lough’s reach.

The Orioles had Lough, who is filling in for injured starter Adam Jones, shaded to right-center, based on where the Rays had hit in previous games.

“I could show you some spray charts and stuff where they hit some balls in this series [where] they’ve never hit balls here,” Showalter said.

That play set up a three-run homer by Steven Souza Jr. that destroyed Tillman’s outing. All six runs allowed by Tillman came with two outs.

“I was shaded right from the get-go … so I wasn’t able to make the play and obviously Pearce couldn’t make the play as well,” Lough said. “It was just one of those balls that got down and it was kind of the turning point in the game, really, because Souza ended up hitting that three-run shot there. It’s unfortunate.”

Young provided the Orioles their early offense – on two pitches.

He homered on the first pitch he saw from Jake Odorizzi in the first, planting it into the visitor’s bullpen in left-center to give the Orioles a 1-0 lead. It was Young’s first homer since Aug. 29, 2014, against the Minnesota Twins.

Young tied the game in the third on another first-pitch, cutting fastball from Odorizzi. That one landed in the left-field seats near the foul pole. It gave Young his fourth multi-homer game of his career and was the third by an Orioles hitter this year.

Machado became the fourth with a two-run homer against Odorizzi (4-5) in the seventh and a solo shot versus Xavier Cedeno in the ninth. It was the fourth multi-homer game of Machado’s career and his second this season.

In Young’s first four career at-bats against Odorizzi, he was 4-for-4 with three homers. Odorizzi walked Young on four pitches in the fifth. The Orioles loaded the bases that inning on Odorizzi, who threw eight of nine pitches for balls before getting Pearce to ground out on a first-pitch cutter.

Pearce said he was looking fastball and thought he had the pitch he wanted, but it cut away from him at the last moment. The Orioles attempted a late rally, but ultimately they dropped two of three at home to a struggling team and now head to Houston to face the Astros again.

“One series loss isn’t going to derail our season,” Lough said. “Get better as a team and once things start clicking on all cylinders, watch out, because we are deadly. We are definitely a deadly team when everything is clicking. We just have to get to that page.”