Tough Night in Anaheim
Hey fellow Orioles fans, it’s never easy to write these, especially after a hard-fought game that didn’t go our way. Last night, the O’s took on the Angels and unfortunately, we fell short, with a final score of 4-7. Let’s dive into the highs and lows of the game.
Early Innings Struggle
The game started off rocky with the Angels gaining a quick lead in the 1st, thanks to a solo homer by Mike Trout. From there, things didn’t get much better in the 2nd inning, as the Angels extended their lead to 3-0. Our starting lineup, despite strong efforts, just couldn’t find their rhythm against the Angels' pitching, going scoreless through the first 3 innings.
A Glimmer of Hope
In the 5th inning, the O’s showed some life. Jackson Holliday and Ryan O'Hearn combined to bring in 3 runs, narrowing the gap to 7-3. It was a moment that reminded us all of the fight in our team. Gunnar Henderson then added to our hopes with a solo homer in the 7th, bringing us within reach at 7-4. It was a beautiful 414-foot shot that had us all cheering from our seats!The Battle Winds Down
But as the sun set over Anaheim, so did our chances of a comeback. Despite the bullpen’s efforts to hold the Angels’ offense, our bats couldn’t overcome their early lead. The final innings saw a couple of strikeouts and groundouts that silenced our momentum. In the end, the Angels secured their win with a scoreless 9th inning for the O’s.Reflections
This game was tough, but it’s important to remember it’s all part of the journey of the season. Gunnar Henderson and Ryan O'Hearn showed great resilience and skill, and their contributions were the highlights of our night. We faced a strong team in the Angels, and games like these are learning experiences for our young squad.Let’s keep our heads up, Orioles fans. We have a talented team with a bright future ahead. On to the next game, where we’ll look to bounce back with the fighting spirit this team has shown time and time again. Let’s go O’s!
Scoreboard for Orioles @ Angels (April 24th, 2024)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 0 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 0 |