Tight Race In AL East As Orioles Prepare For Pittsburgh

By GracenoteThe Baltimore Orioles surrendered their hold on second place in the American League East with back-to-back losses over the weekend but remain in the thick of the race in division. The Pittsburgh Pirates, who visit the Orioles in the opener of a two-game interleague series on Tuesday, are nearly as close to first place in their own division after beginning the trip with a series win at the New York Mets.
The AL East starts the week with all five teams at least within one game of .500