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The Orioles finished the first half of the 2012 season with a winning record for only the second time since 1998, with a record of 45-40 before the All-Star break.

On May 6, the Orioles played a 17-inning game against the Boston Red Sox, the first game since 1925 in which both teams used a position player as a pitcher.

The Orioles won that game, and designated hitter Chris Davis received the win.

As of September 30, the Orioles are 92-67 and tied for first place in the AL East.

The Orioles won their 81st game on September 13, ending the streak of 14 straight years with a losing record, as well as ensuring that the team would spend the entire year with a record of. 500 or higher.

On September 16 they won their 82nd game, securing the first season with a winning record since 1997.