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This is a 2023 photo of shortstop Jorge Mateo of the Orioles
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Rutschman drives in 2, Orioles avoid sweep, beat Jays 5-4
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This is a 2023 photo of shortstop Jorge Mateo of the Orioles
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Orioles predictions for 2023 season
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Mateo lifts Orioles past Boston in MLB Little League Classic
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Orioles will enter 2023 with 'promising' rotation outlook
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Jorge Mateo's breakout season has created a middle-infield dilemma
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Orioles walk off after Jorge Mateo hit-by-pitch
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How does Jorge Mateo fit into the Orioles' long term plans