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Oriole's Loss Marred by Controversial Umpire Call, Defense Woes
4/16/2026
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Story summary
- The Baltimore Orioles lost 8-5 to the Arizona Diamondbacks on April 15, 2026, amid an Automated Ball-Strike system issue.
- Coby Mayo was forced to challenge a strike call he did not intend to dispute after home plate umpire John Tumpane misinterpreted Mayo's gesture.
- Mayo hit a double on the next pitch.
- Manager Craig Albernaz expressed frustration and said the Orioles must improve defense after dropping to a 9-9 record.
