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Entering the season, the Orioles were predicted to achieve a remarkable win total of 87.5, a mark believed to be a springboard for a potential playoff run. Instead, the reality has become a stark contrast to these forecasts, as offensive struggles and mounting losses have defined their season.
Mullins expressed that addressing the “elephant in the room” during team discussions could be constructive, given their previous successes. However, the immediate aftermath of the meeting was far from constructive, as it coincided with one of the biggest losses of their season.