Baltimore Orioles' AL East Championship Drought Continues

Third-Longest Skid in Division History

The Baltimore Orioles' AL East championship drought extended to nine years after they finished the 2022 season with a losing record. The Orioles have not won the division since 2014 and currently have the third-longest AL East drought behind the Rays and Yankees.

Missed Opportunities in 2022

The Orioles entered the 2022 season with optimism, but injuries and inconsistent play derailed their hopes. They started the year with a 5-15 record and never recovered, finishing with a 61-101 record. The team struggled to score runs and was among the worst in the league in several defensive metrics.

Outlook for the Future

The Orioles remain hopeful that they can break their division drought soon. They have a young core of players led by Adley Rutschman, Gunnar Henderson, and Grayson Rodriguez. The team is also expected to be active in free agency this offseason.

However, the Orioles face a tough road ahead. The AL East is one of the most competitive divisions in baseball, with the New York Yankees, Tampa Bay Rays, and Toronto Blue Jays all considered contenders. The Orioles will need to improve significantly in multiple areas to compete for a championship.