"Orioles Manager Addresses Miscommunication in 9th Inning Steal Attempt"

Orioles manager Brandon Hyde referred to Gunnar Henderson's caught stealing in the bottom of the ninth inning as a "miscommunication." Henderson attempted to steal second base while the Orioles were trailing 3-2 in Game 1 of the American League Division Series against the Rangers. Catcher Jonah Heim threw out Henderson, changing the momentum of the game. Henderson claimed he saw a steal sign, but the attempt was unusual given the circumstances. The Orioles' win expectancy dropped significantly after the caught stealing.