The Orioles, well they suck. Who could deny that? They sure as hell dont make it easy to be a fan of that team. They can hit with any team, but the front office doesnt seem to understand that the other team gets to bat also. J.J. Hardy is injured more than he plays and that is actually a plus. They have a few outstanding players mainly Machado who will be gone after next season and Schoop a young second baseman who can do everything. Adam Jones is probably on his last leg and most of the pitching staff are simply pitiful. Peter Angelos has tons of money but he uses it to sign his favorites, including Chris Davis and Mark Trumbo who hit home runs and do nothing else. You cant compete in the AL East with an owner that is that out of touch. They have a very good manager, but hes not a miracle worker. Although they have beaten the Cardinals in recent seasons in inter league i would agree overall the Cardinals are better. Take Machado and Schoop from the Orioles and you have the Phillies.