Adley Rutschman and the Orioles scored just one run in their two home losses to the Royals.

Baltimore’s ballyhooed collection of young bats fell flat in a wild-card sweep to the Royals. They weren’t eager to dissect their sudden slump in the immediate aftermath.

Stephanie Apstein
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“You're like, yeah, I guess I have a type. I guess the Orioles have a type," says James McCann.

The team has a core of young talent, anchored by Gunnar Henderson and Adley Rutschman, who bear a striking resemblance to one another.

Stephanie Apstein
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Jun 17, 2025; Omaha, Neb, USA; Oregon State Beavers second baseman AJ Singer (7) throws to first for an out to end the fifth inning against the Louisville Cardinals at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

The American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) named Singer their Rawlings Gold Glove winner at second base. He is the 3rd Oregon State player (following Nick Madrigal and Adley Rutschman) to earn this honor.

Matt Bagley
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