When the Baltimore Orioles got crushed 24-2 on Easter Sunday, most people thought it had to be their season’s lowest point. It was the kind of loss that even Brandon Kyde and infielder Jordan Westburg called “embarrassing.” Many believed it was just a one-time thing, especially since the Orioles have been one of the best American League teams over the past two seasons.

But the Orioles gave fans a harsh reality check! Because now it feels like Easter was only the beginning.

In the following weeks, the Orioles sank even further. They went 1-6, were swept by the Detroit Tigers, and managed just 12 runs total across those seven games. Meanwhile, their starters posted the worst ERA in the American League at 5.83. Even their bats have gone ice cold—so definitely not something ideal for a team that has its sights on a playoff run. Now, even players are voicing their concerns, and it’s not surprising: a 10-17 record isn’t just disappointing, it’s alarming.

Nobody is feeling the sting more than the players themselves. So, after another tough outing on Sunday, when the Orioles gave up five runs in 5 2/3 innings, Dean Kremer wasn’t afraid to speak his mind. “It’s tough to stay mentally… engaged once things kind of start spiraling,” Kremer told the Baltimore Sun. “It’s really hard to lose the season in April. We still have five more months. It just takes a six- or seven-game win streak, and then we’re back at .500, and here we go.” There’s truth to what the $2.95 million pitcher said–only about one-sixth of the season has passed.

However, every loss from now on makes the future more uncertain for the Orioles. Plus, things are complicated as injuries have wrecked the pitching staff. Their key arms, like Zach Eflin and Grayson Rodriguez, have been sidelined. The offense isn’t faring much better, as big hitters like Gunnar Henderson are falling short in the scoring department. Meanwhile, the team’s 6-for-60 stretch with runners in scoring positions says it all.

But the real stinger is the rotation. Charlie Morton, brought in for his veteran presence, has been struggling. And even Kremer hasn’t broken out of his slump. Still, manager Hyde is choosing to believe in the clubhouse. “We’re a better team than our numbers show,” he said, and honestly, the stats suggest he might be onto something.

Baltimore Orioles plan to turn things around as Yankees come to town

The Orioles spent the last week on the road, and it was anything but pretty. They dropped two out of three against the Washington Nationals and were swept by the Tigers. But starting Monday is a fresh new series, and they are finally home, planning to turn things around. To say the least, they are ready to take on the New York Yankees for the big three-game series. Joining them will be Tomoyuki Sugano.

Sugano, despite not lighting up the radar or missing bats, has been Baltimore’s best starter this season. He owns a 3.54 ERA across five starts, and it even looks better when you look at his ability to pound the strike zone and force those ground balls. It will be a huge benefit for Baltimore against the heavy hitters of the Yankees.

Cade Povich, who gets the nod on Wednesday, is coming off a strong start to his 2025 season, spinning 6.2 innings of one-run ball against the Nationals. His season ERA sits at 5.04. However, there is a catch– if you take out his rough outing against Cincinnati, then the numbers sit at a healthier 2.97. As for Tuesday, Kyle Gibson is the preferred option, but he is still making progress in high-A rehab. He may require a little bit more time before jumping into the big-league action.

Either way, the Orioles need answers, and they need them fast. Because it’s still early, and they can still turn things around. But if they dig themselves into a deeper hole, climbing out could become impossible.