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Under Hyde’s leadership, the Orioles have struggled considerably this season, currently holding a record of 15 wins against 30 losses, which places them 9.5 games behind in the wild card race. With such disappointing performance from a team that was expected to compete in the American League East, the pressure mounted on Hyde and his management team. David Rubenstein, the Orioles' new owner, faced an undeniable urge to make a change, a sentiment echoed by fans and analysts who believed that the Waldorf team could not continue its slide without consequences.