In 2012, when the Orioles' run of success began, they played 18 extra-inning games and won 16 of them. The Orioles lost their first two, and then won 16 straight.
So far in 2017, the Orioles have already played seven extra-inning games, and thanks to their 13-11 win against the Detroit Tigers in 13 innings May 16, they're 6-1.
The Orioles' success in extra-inning games, particularly against Detroit May 16, shouldn't mask an alarming trend. Their once invincible bullpen, which is without All-Star left-handed closer Zach Britton, has been shaky.
For much of the game, it looked as if the Orioles would lose despite a hefty offensive output. Designated hitter Mark Trumbo's ninth-inning home run tied it at 8, the Orioles scored three in the 12th to take an 11-8 lead, and then they recorded two more runs in the 13th for the eventual win.
