unfortunately for the orioles' organization, dubose took a step back as a full-time starter in , compiling a 6.39 era in 14 games while allowing 12 home runs. in the struggles continued – dubose was ineffective in 15 games, walking more batters than he struck out. after signing a minor league contract with the colorado rockies before the start of the season, dubose was released on may 15, 2007.