The Orioles Take the Series Opener! 
Tonight was a definitive win for the Baltimore Orioles as they shined brightly against the Tampa Bay Rays, securing a 4-1 victory. The game started slow, with both teams struggling to find momentum in the early innings. However, our boys showed resilience, capitalizing on opportunities when it mattered.Key Plays and Highlights 
In the top of the 4th inning, Gunnar Henderson got things started by reaching base after being hit by a pitch. Following a groundout by Jordan Westburg, Ryan O'Hearn stepped up with a crucial single to center, bringing Henderson home and leveling the score at 1-1. It was in the 6th inning when fireworks took off as Colton Cowser hammered a three-run homer to right-center, pushing the Orioles ahead 4-1! The spark from Cowser ignited the offense and set the tone for the remainder of the game.Pitching and Defense Seal the Deal 
Our pitching staff held it down, with a standout performance by the ever-reliable bullpen. DomÃnguez, Soto, Baker, and Bautista combined forces to shut down any Rays comeback attempts, each delivering critical outs in high-pressure situations. Additionally, exceptional fielding — particularly at crucial moments, like tracking down deep fly balls — ensured the Rays couldn't make any headway. This victory marks an incredible team effort, and it's one to savor as we face the series ahead.Let's keep this momentum going, Orioles fans! Go O's!
Scoreboard for Orioles @ Rays (June 19th, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 1 |