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Holliday Shifts: Orioles Adjust Lineup vs. Rays
16 Aug
Summary
- Orioles won first game against Rays, aiming for series win.
- Jackson Holliday moves to third in batting order.
- Orioles hold a 59-63 record, last in AL East.
The Baltimore Orioles began their series against the Tampa Bay Rays with a narrow 6-5 win on Friday. They are now aiming to secure a series victory by winning the second game of their three-game set on Saturday.
For Saturday's matchup, the Orioles will feature a revised lineup. Second baseman Jackson Holliday, who batted second on Friday, has been moved to the third spot in the batting order. Colby Mayo, previously third, will now hit fourth.
Holliday's 2026 season has shown mixed results, with six home runs and a .240 batting average in 70 games. This follows a career-best 2025 season. The team hopes this lineup adjustment will help spark Holliday's performance, as he is currently 1-for-13 in his last three games.
With a 59-63 record and sitting at the bottom of the American League East standings, the Orioles desperately need a successful series against the first-place Rays. Winning their second consecutive game on Saturday could provide a much-needed boost.
