Baseball: Baltimore Orioles are AL East Key Team

The defending American League East champion Baltimore Orioles are my choice as the key team in their division.

Last year the Orioles were a surprise division winner and then they swept the Detroit Tigers in three straight games in the division series.

However, the Orioles, in turn, were swept by the Kansas City Royals in the ALCS. This year the Orioles will not surprise anyone as they are a known quality team.

I think the Orioles’ fine third baseman, Manny Machado is the key player.He missed the post season last year due to injury. I think he will continue his fine play this season.

Manny Machado