Astros Defeat Orioles 6-0, Extend AL West Lead

The Baltimore Orioles faced a challenging series against the Houston Astros, struggling to maintain momentum after a 6-0 shutout loss on Thursday, where pitcher Corbin Burnes allowed five earned runs over 5.2 innings. Despite a late-inning comeback in Saturday's game, led by Jackson Holliday's bases-clearing hit, the Orioles' offense has been inconsistent, particularly without key players like Ryan Mountcastle. The Astros capitalized on their recent form, winning nine straight road games and extending their lead in the AL West to 5.5 games. Spencer Arrighetti's strong performance on Thursday underscored the Orioles' pitching struggles, as they fell further behind in the AL East standings. Manager Brandon Hyde emphasized the need for his team to score more runs to support their pitching staff amid recent inconsistencies. As the season progresses, the Orioles aim to regroup and find their rhythm against formidable opponents.