Baltimore at Tampa Bay

Baltimore suffered a damaging loss here last night, falling one game behind the Yankees with just two left to play for the AL East crown. The Rays have been officially eliminated from the postseason, and I have to question their resolve here. They have been hot and have played at a high level down the stretch. James Shields has had a great season, but not against Baltimore where he has made two starts and allowed a total of 12 runs, which won't get it done here. The O's have gone 37-17 over their last 54 games, and following a loss they have been 16-5 in their last 21. The Orioles have stayed in the race because they have only lost two straight twice since August 22nd. Play on Baltimore.