The Baltimore Orioles are facing challenges with their lineup as second baseman Jackson Holliday remains sidelined for a second consecutive game due to a knee issue. Interim manager Tony Mansolino remains optimistic about Holliday’s potential return, expressing hope that he could be back in action soon. “We’re hopeful he’s in there tomorrow,” Mansolino commented, indicating a wait-and-see approach based on Holliday’s condition over the next couple of days.
Catcher and first baseman Samuel Basallo is also out of the lineup after being hit on the right wrist during Wednesday night’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Despite this setback, Mansolino suggested that Basallo could have played if the game was critical, implying his return to play is imminent. Basallo, feeling noticeable improvement in his wrist, is confident about his chances of participating later in the weekend series.
As the Orioles wrap up their home schedule with a Thursday game against the Rays, they are set to conclude their season with an away series against the New York Yankees. The starting pitchers for the weekend at Yankee Stadium have been announced as Trevor Rogers, Tomoyuki Sugano, and Kyle Bradish.
In other team news, relief pitcher Albert Suárez is set to undergo an MRI for his right elbow and will consult with Dr. Keith Meister in Dallas by October 7th. As the Orioles approach the end of their season, the focus remains on injury management and optimizing lineup strength for the remaining games.