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.
At all levels of the Orioles’ farm system below Triple-A, many games will feature a starter and a second, planned pitcher who will pitch bulk innings behind him.