Game Recap
The Baltimore Orioles secured a 3-1 win over the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday, thanks to a strong performance from Dylan Beavers and Tyler Wells.
CHICAGO (AP) — Dylan Beavers homered, Tyler Wells pitched six effective innings and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Chicago White Sox 3-1 on Wednesday.
The Orioles’ Offense
Beavers, one of Baltimore’s top prospects, connected for a two-run shot in the fourth against Martín Pérez (1-6). He celebrated his third career homer by donning a Baltimore Ravens helmet in the dugout.
Pitching Performance
Wells (2-0) allowed one run and four hits in his third start of the season. The right-hander returned this month after he had elbow surgery in June 2024.
The White Sox’ Struggle
Mike Tauchman homered for the last-place White Sox in their sixth consecutive loss. Pérez permitted three runs and five hits in 3 2/3 innings before departing with left shoulder soreness.
Game Highlights
The Orioles jumped in front in the first. Gunnar Henderson hit a two-out single and advanced to second when left fielder Will Robertson let the ball go under his glove. Henderson swiped third as part of a double steal and scored on Jeremiah Jackson’s infield single to third.
Tauchman hit a leadoff drive in the fourth for his ninth homer.
The Orioles’ Bullpen
Yaramil Hiraldo and Rico Garcia each pitched an inning for Baltimore before Keegan Akin handled the ninth for his seventh save.
Key Moment
Akin retired three in a row after Chase Meidroth hit a leadoff single in the ninth. Curtis Mead lined to center, and Miguel Vargas flied to left. Colson Montgomery also flied to left for the final out.
Key Stat
The Orioles stole seven bases, tying a franchise record for a single game.
Up Next
Orioles: LHP Cade Povich (3-7, 5.05 ERA) starts on Thursday night against the New York Yankees.
White Sox: RHP Davis Martin (6-10, 4.01 ERA) takes the mound on Friday against the San Diego Padres.
Conclusion
The Orioles’ win over the White Sox marked another successful game for the team, with Beavers’ two-run homer being a key highlight. The team’s strong pitching and offense have been instrumental in their recent successes.
FAQs
Q: Who hit a two-run homer for the Orioles?
A: Dylan Beavers hit a two-run homer for the Orioles.
Q: How many bases did the Orioles steal in the game?
A: The Orioles stole seven bases, tying a franchise record for a single game.
Q: Who will start for the Orioles in their next game?
A: LHP Cade Povich will start for the Orioles in their next game against the New York Yankees.
