Baltimore is 17-19 since the start of July, but its struggles are not unique. The Yankees, Phillies, Guardians and Dodgers have gone through similar rough patches.
On Tuesday, as the Orioles started a two-game series with their beltway rival, Rogers gave up five runs in five innings as the Nationals took game one 9-3.
Rodriguez has a mild teres major shoulder strain and will be shut down from throwing for at least 10 days. Webb does not have structural damage in his elbow.
Team USA's comeback win over Serbia was sparked by the 35-and-over crowd including LeBron James, Steph Curry and Kevin Durant. But the call for the younger generation to get more playing time is missing that they haven't shown what it takes to win.