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New York closed the deadline with a right-handed outfielder, then turned to its top prospect for a more immediate infield change.

The Baltimore Orioles entered Tuesday night’s game in Detroit facing another important test in a tightening American League wild-card race. Baltimore moved within two games of the final wild-card position after defeating the Tigers 8–5 Monday night. The Orioles produced 12 hits and three home runs, while four relief pitchers combined to protect the lead after Kyle Bradish encountered difficulties. Tuesday’s game placed Dean Kremer on the mound for Baltimore against Detroit’s

The Orioles did enough Sunday to extend the game. They did not do enough to win it. Baltimore fell 3–2 to Atlanta in 11 innings after repeatedly failing to turn late scoring opportunities into the decisive run. The Orioles tied the game in the ninth, then loaded the bases in both the 10th and 11th innings without scoring. Austin Riley’s double delivered the eventual winning run for Atlanta. The result is especially frustrating because Baltimore had several chances to change t