Baltimore’s general manager Mike Elias took responsibility for the club’s extended slump and expressed confidence a turnaround was coming.

The Orioles gave their fan base reason to be excited with their latest roster move, but might have angered the last person they'd want to annoy in the process.

In a wide-ranging press conference, Elias offered injury updates, acknowledged that the organization has lost some of its “mojo” and reinforced his trust in the coaching staff and players. Here are four takeaways.

Orioles pitcher Grayson Rodriguez is making encouraging progress back from his injured shoulder muscle, but when he returns — and what role he occupies — remains uncertain with two weeks remaining in the regular season.

The Orioles still have a rotation capable of winning a World Series. The starters may not possess the talent to single-handedly propel Baltimore across the finish line, but they could still cross it.