The Baltimore Orioles stunned the Seattle Mariners with a 4-3 victory Thursday night at T-Mobile Park, completing a three-game sweep and extending their winning streak to six games The turning point came in the sixth inning, when Adley Rutschman and Gunnar Henderson launched back-to-back home runs, erasing a 3-1 Mariners lead in just three pitches.
Rutschman, who had been in a prolonged slump, broke out with a three-hit night, including a two-run shot that tied the game. Henderson followed with a solo blast, giving Baltimore the lead for good Zach Eflin pitched six strong innings for the Orioles, allowing three runs and striking out seven to earn his fifth win of the season.
Seattle’s Cal Raleigh hit his league-leading 24th home run, a two-run shot in the fifth, but the Mariners’ offense couldn’t capitalize further With closer Félix Bautista unavailable, Bryan Baker stepped up for the Orioles, striking out two in a scoreless ninth for his second save.
The Orioles now head to California to face the Athletics, while the Mariners look to regroup against the Angels. Baltimore’s recent surge has them looking like contenders again, while Seattle faces questions after being swept at home for the second time this season.
