The Orioles are looking to shake off a rough weekend as they open a series in Miami tonight, with Chris Bassitt taking the mound at 6:40 PM.
Let's be honest—that series in the Bronx was a tough watch. It felt like a flashback to the early 2000s, when the Yankees were still riding high from their dynasty and the Orioles were stuck in a seemingly endless rebuild. The clubhouse is likely feeling the pressure, but it's only May, and there's no panic button to hit just yet. The team has to weather this storm, and tonight is a chance to start fresh.
On the bright side, Bassitt has been a steady presence lately. Over his last four starts, he's logged 21.2 innings with a solid 2.92 ERA. Sure, the peripherals aren't perfect—a 4.16 FIP, eight walks, and 14 strikeouts—but in a stretch like this, you take the stability where you can find it.
The Marlins aren't exactly rolling either. They dropped three of four to the Phillies over the weekend, managing just six runs total in their last three games. That could be the opening the Orioles need to get back on track. After a weekend to forget, a series in Miami might be just the reset button this team needs.
