Tyler O’Neill earned another appearance in the lineup after smacking a momentum shifting three-run home run Sunday against the Twins. O’Neill will serve as the designated hitter and bat fifth tonight against the Rangers. Taylor Ward (left), Colton Cowser (center) and Dylan Beavers (right) will handle the outfield duties.
Samuel Basallo will begin the game on the bench with Adley Rutschman set to catch Chris Bassitt. Bassitt will make his Orioles debut after signing a one-year deal with the Birds over the offseason.
Coby Mayo will return to his new home at third base with Gunnar Henderson playing to his left. Blaze Alexander will get the nod at second, and Pete Alonso will play first base.
The Orioles will face former first-round pick Jack Leiter.
Starter: RHP Chris Bassitt