The Orioles just closed out a sweep of the Kansas City Royals over a two game road trip. The Orioles are now 11 games above .500; have the highest road winning percentage in the majors at close to .700; and they've haven't won this many consecutive road games since 1999. After last night's 15th inning victory, the team is 5-0 in extra inning games.
Adam Jones hits a two-run homer, his 13th
Back in 2005, the Orioles got off to an extremely hot start then wore down over the second half of the season, winding up with a losing record. But something feels different this year...
We're seeing a lot of the same faces, but these Orioles exude a self-confidence that fans haven't experienced in over a decade. Today, down 3-0 in the 5th inning, the offense reeled off 5 unanswered runs (including another home run by Adam Jones, his 13th). The bullpen held up impeccably--as they have been all season--by tossing three shutout innings, with Jim Johnson earning his 14th save in 14 tries.
We're seeing a lot of the same faces, but these Orioles exude a self-confidence that fans haven't experienced in over a decade. Today, down 3-0 in the 5th inning, the offense reeled off 5 unanswered runs (including another home run by Adam Jones, his 13th). The bullpen held up impeccably--as they have been all season--by tossing three shutout innings, with Jim Johnson earning his 14th save in 14 tries.
The players sure look like they believe; if this keeps up, it's going to be very difficult for the fans to do otherwise.
These brief updates are perfect for keeping me up to date during business travel. There's no need to make any effort; just open the email on the iPhone, and voila, I'm plugged in to Baltimore sports. My cynicism regarding the team has a hint of dissipation. Thanks!
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