On October 2, 2024, the Baltimore Orioles faced the Kansas City Royals in the final game of their regular season, losing 2-1 in a closely contested matchup at Kauffman Stadium. With the postseason on the horizon, the Orioles were hoping to head into the playoffs on a high note, but their offense was stifled by a strong Royals pitching performance. Despite out-hitting Kansas City, Baltimore was unable to come through in key moments, falling short in a game that could have provided momentum heading into October baseball. The Order of Battle – Play by Play
On September 8, 2024, the Baltimore Orioles faced off against the Tampa Bay Rays in a crucial AL East matchup. With the playoff race heating up, this game carried significant weight for both teams. The Orioles, aiming to hold their lead in the division, took on a Rays team that had been surging late in the season. Playing at Camden Yards, Baltimore hoped to gain some breathing room against their rivals, but instead, they fell short in a tightly contested 2-0 loss. The game featured a pitcher’s duel, with both starting rotations performing at a