Blaze Alexander’s Eighth-Inning Puzzle | Baltimore Orioles News

Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz is sticking with Blaze Alexander batting eighth — a strategic move to stretch the lineup and energize the top of the order — even as the team fights to avoid a sweep by the Cubs before the All-Star break. Alexander, acquired from the Diamondbacks, has been a reliable hitter this season with a .300+ average, solid on-base percentage, and key RBIs, while also showcasing versatility across positions. Despite his low batting order spot, his consistency stands out, especially given the Orioles’ struggles against left-handed pitching. With the season’s midpoint approaching, questions linger: will Alexander’s role shift in the second half? Albernaz’s lineup gamble highlights the delicate balance between player performance and strategic positioning — and fans will be watching to see if it pays off. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bbcfda2ce8968da6