Orioles Consider Pitching Adjustments for September Playoff Push

As August came to a close, Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz addressed the team's pitching plans for September during a series in Denver against the Colorado Rockies.

The Orioles called up left-hander Cade Povich for his third start of August and fifth of the season, a move Albernaz described as necessary due to a demanding schedule of 16 consecutive games without a break. He emphasized that this adjustment was aimed at giving starters extra rest rather than being a strategic shift.

With only 24 games left in the regular season and the team just one game away from the final American League wild-card spot, the Orioles are considering a six-man rotation. This potential change could be influenced by upcoming off days, allowing for better management of their pitching staff as they aim for postseason contention.